IBM Cloud Pak for Integration vs SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite comparison

IBM and Seeburger are both solutions in the API Management category. IBM is ranked #29 with an average rating of 8.0, while Seeburger is ranked #23 with an average rating of 9.0. IBM holds a 1.0% mindshare in APIM, compared to Seeburger’s 1.4% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 95% of Seeburger users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 17, 2024

SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite and IBM Cloud Pak for Integration both compete in the business integration category. IBM Cloud Pak for Integration leads in integration capabilities due to its comprehensive features.

Features: SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite offers strong security features, supply chain integration tools, and platform independence. IBM Cloud Pak for Integration is noted for its AI-driven capabilities, seamless hybrid cloud integration, and flexibility with the OpenShift Container Platform.

Room for Improvement: SEEBURGER could enhance its mapping efficiency and provide a wider range of APIs. Additionally, improvement in user interface customization is needed. IBM could streamline its deployment processes, offer more simplified pricing models, and enhance user training.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite boasts a simple deployment process and excellent direct customer service. IBM Cloud Pak for Integration, while more complex to deploy, offers extensive documentation and technical resources.

Pricing and ROI: SEEBURGER is recognized for competitive pricing and quick ROI. IBM Cloud Pak for Integration involves a higher initial investment but is considered valuable for future-proofing integration needs.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Cloud Pak for Integration

Ranking in API Management

29th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Cloud Data Integration (20th)

SEEBURGER Business Integrat...

Ranking in API Management

23rd

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Business-to-Business Middleware (3rd), Managed File Transfer (MFT) (12th), Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) (14th)

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the API Management category, the mindshare of IBM Cloud Pak for Integration is 1.0%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite is 1.4%, up from 0.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

API Management Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite	1.4%
IBM Cloud Pak for Integration	1.0%
Other	97.6%

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Igor Khalitov

Owner/Full Stack Software Engineer at Maraphonic, Inc.

Manages APIs and integrates microservices with redirection feature

IBM Cloud Pak for Integration includes monitoring capabilities to track the performance and health of your integrations. You can quickly roll back to a previous version if an issue arises. Additionally, it supports incremental deployments, allowing you to shift traffic to a new version of an API gradually. For example, you can start by directing 10% of traffic to the new version while the rest continue using the legacy version. If everything works as expected, you can gradually increase the traffic to the new version over time. IBM Cloud Pak for Integration has a client base that includes numerous organizations using AI and machine learning technologies. We leverage an open-source machine learning framework and integrate it with Kafka to help create and manage various products and data retrieval processes. For companies with private data, the framework first retrieves relevant data from a GitHub database, which is then combined with the final request before being sent to a language model like GPT. This ensures that the language model uses your specific data to generate responses. Kafka plays a key role by streaming real-time data from file systems and databases like Oracle and Microsoft SQL. This data is published to Kafka topics, then vectorized and used with artificial intelligence to enhance the overall process. It's like an old-fashioned approach. The best way is to redesign it with products such as Kafka. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.

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Shaik Saifuddin

Senior Software Engineer at HCLTech

Exceptional support and reliability drive optimal data flow and integration

The features of SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite that I found most valuable are related to entity flow. We can find the entity flow to be very useful so we can grab the flow accordingly. There is no disturbance in the connections, and it is very clear to check the connection flow with applicable queues. When comparing to other applications, SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite is the easiest way to understand the application. I have also worked on the cloud services where SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite is moving to cloud. I have worked on cloud services where the mapping part is in the cloud itself, along with the connection setup.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"Cloud Pak for Integration is definitely scalable. That is the most important criteria."

"In general, the solution works very, very well."

"It is a stable solution."

"The most preferable aspect would be the elimination of the command, which was a significant improvement. In the past, it was a challenge, but now we can proceed smoothly with the implementation of our policies and everything is managed through JCP. It's still among the positive aspects, and it's a valuable feature."

"Redirection is a key feature. It helps in managing multiple microservices by centralizing control and access."

"The most valuable aspect of the Cloud Pak, in general, is the flexibility that you have to use the product."

"It used to take half an hour to move one file from one location to another. Now, it takes 10 minutes."

"SEEBURGER has helped us to enable digital business transformation. Every time we add a new customer, there is a digital footprint. This is no longer a manual process."

"SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite (BIS) has been good at communicating between two applications, changing formats and using the required protocols... We can have one site communicating in an old FTP or SFTP style, or via file transfer. And with other applications, we could have API or a web service call or some other protocol used to send information."

"It has enabled digital business processes. It's the connection between our ERP system and the rest of the company. We were able to automate processing invoices digitally like an inbound invoice and FastPay payments."

"The stability is world-class. It is as good as any of the other options out there. They have addressed hiccups quickly, professionally, and with an excellent response."

"With SEEBURGER BIS, you can string as many different activities together in your workflows as you want. You can put them in any order, like a piece of code. One leads into the next, which leads into the next. It is just very flexible from that vantage point. This makes it so easy to use and reduces the number of moving parts that you need to have. It is just a lot less frustrating not having to conform to how some other vendor software works."

"SEEBURGER BIS helps us automate processes. When something is manual and we have to fix the data, then it is really complicated. However, when it's automated, we trust it and the process in the system, so we don't have to go back and fix it. For example, we had a problem with a partner sending 17 files every week, but a few times a year, they wouldn't send files during a certain window. We would escalate this with them. Then, when they caught up and sent the files again, they weren't authenticated. We had to fix this situation before it became a nightmare because our financials were impacted. Also, it was really messy. So, I worked with SEEBURGER to have something automated to pick up the files within a certain window and validate them as accurate. If the files come outside of this window, then we have to approve the loading of them."

"My overall rating for SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite is 10 out of 10."

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Cons

"Setting up Cloud Pak for Integration is relatively complex. It's not as easy because it has not yet been fully integrated. You still have some products that are still not containerized, so you still have to run them on a dedicated VM."

"Its queuing and messaging features need improvement."

"What needs to be improved is the restriction that they have on the product."

"The pricing can be improved."

"Enterprise bots are needed to balance products like Kafka and Confluent."

"The initial setup is not easy."

"We are a little locked in with understanding the errors that we receive. We are working with their support to prevent these issues when they come into the database. We use a SQL database and believe they can do better when it comes working with large databases. We have had few instances where the system is hanging, which are most likely from the database. We are working with their support to find out the problem and fix their system. We have tried to use their notification system to prevent these issues, but they need to improve their monitoring system."

"In the BIS, if I want to have some API functionalities, that is a separate tool. The integration between the API tool and the BIS is not that straightforward. If they were to combine these tools and give us one suite, that would be helpful. Today I have a lot of partners onboard. I have something like 50,000 partners doing API transactions. If I want to introduce a new tool for API management, I have to do a lot of workarounds. But if it were integrated well within the existing suite, it could be straightforward for me."

"The cost of the SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite (BIS) can be considered high."

"I would've liked, from day one, to learn how to do my own mapping. That would have saved a lot of time and effort if that had been brought forward earlier. It's there, I just didn't know about it. Also, some tidier, easier-to-use interfaces would help."

"We use a SQL database and believe they can do better when it comes working with large databases."

"Some of the functionality for retriggering documents, where you have to step through a termination process and then retrigger it, versus just being able to restart or retrigger more easily, is a bit challenging, depending on the scenario."

"There are a few capabilities that have come out a little late. TIBCO introduced its container edition way back; SEEBURGER is only in the initial phase of 6.7 and they are a little slow in releasing newer features."

"We don't have much access to the logs or what's happening. So we have to log a ticket with SEEBURGER. We only get a message that something has failed... we have to open a ticket with SEEBURGER for them to tell us exactly what the issue is... I would like us to be able to be more self-sufficient."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution's pricing model is very flexible."

"It is an expensive solution."

"They need to be more competitively priced. When it comes to training, they need to lower their prices. It shouldn't be so specific. Maybe they should outsource training to another company. From what I can see, their training is pretty expensive, and they don't do anything for free."

"We pay maintenance of between $75,000 and $100,000 per year, per box."

"Pricing has always seemed fair."

"We pay per message we use. We spend about £19,000 a year with them."

"I had a problem at one time with their invoicing. I told them, then we worked on the process and improved it. They installed the connection between SAP and SEEBURGER BIS in Europe first. This was awhile ago. When I came along, I became involved in the project and started working with them. Every time that I made a request, the work was done well, but I was not receiving my invoices. I knew I had to pay for the work and was trying to find someone to send me the invoices or a report of what was being done. From that end, it was really not working. After a few years, I was complaining and not happy. At the end of the year, they would come with a long list of invoices to pay, which was really bad. So, I asked for a change. We worked on the process, and since five years ago, I have worked with SEEBURGER based in North America. Now, when I have a question, I know who to contact. They send me a report with invoices every month. They really reacted to my concern, and we improved the process. Since then, I have had no problem."

"The pricing seems to be competitive and the maintenance is standard."

"The way they have their licensing structure set up, they have a lot of different modules. For us, we did not really know if we were licensed for certain things or not. We had to reach out to them multiple times to tell them that we were looking for this or that capability. We had to buy licenses for different things at different points in time, not knowing that we could have it bundled initially."

"Price and licensing are comparable to other systems. It's well-priced and simple. It's not user-based or anything. It's just per seat, per system. So, it's pretty straight forward. Because it's per system, one system is enough. However, if you want to make it larger, then you can grow with it."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

12%

Construction Company

Government

Manufacturing Company

14%

Financial Services Firm

Construction Company

Retailer

Company Size

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Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	38

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with IBM Cloud Pak for Integration?

Enterprise bots are needed to balance products like Kafka and Confluent.

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What is your primary use case for IBM Cloud Pak for Integration?

It manages APIs and integrates microservices at the enterprise level. It offers a range of capabilities for handling APIs, microservices, and various integration needs. The platform supports thousa...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite?

Regarding the pricing of SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite, I would rate it as 7 out of 10.

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What needs improvement with SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite?

Regarding areas of improvement for SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite, the cloud functionality needs enhancement. The cloud interface is currently too cluttered, especially when creating new tran...

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What is your primary use case for SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite?

I have worked around 3.5 years with SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite ( /products/seeburger-business-integration-suite-reviews ). Currently, I am working with WebMethods. Previously, I worked fo...

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Overview

IBM Cloud Pak for Integration offers multi-cloud management and automation, focusing on connecting core systems for seamless integration using advanced technologies and efficient API management.

IBM Cloud Pak for Integration provides flexibility, automation, and accounting tools on the OpenShift Container Platform, easing license and management. Among its notable features are effective streaming capabilities, simplified policy implementation via JCP, and enhanced control with redirection, particularly beneficial for microservices management. Its stability and practical container management are major advantages. However, limitations include exclusive IBM product deployment over OpenShift and complex initial setup. Users seek better pricing, enhanced streaming features, improved queuing and messaging, and integration with monitoring tools. Enhanced enterprise bots are needed for balance with Kafka and Confluent.

What are IBM Cloud Pak for Integration's key features?

Flexibility: Supports multi-cloud management and automation for seamless integration.
Streaming: Effective streaming feature for data processing and policy implementation.
Redirection: Enhances control and access for microservices management.
OpenShift Platform: Simplifies licensing and management with container technology.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Efficiency: Simplified policy implementation and automation reduce operational challenges.
Control: Enhanced management of microservices and APIs for streamlined operations.
Stability: Robust container management for consistent performance.
Integration: Supports integration with multiple technologies like Kafka and DataPower.

Implemented across industries like travel and banking, IBM Cloud Pak for Integration aids in connecting core systems and enables effective automation and API management. It supports data conversion, format alterations, and comprehensive management of numerous APIs, providing deployment options based on specific needs.

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SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite is a versatile platform supporting multiple integration patterns with rich adapters and easy Java coding, known for fault tolerance and seamless SAP integration.

SEEBURGER offers extensive EDI capabilities and adaptability across protocols. The platform provides tools for entity flow, data mapping, message tracking, and high-volume performance. Appreciated for reliability, scalability, and automation, it enables independent adaptation, maintaining stability in efficient data communication. However, handling large datasets can be challenging. Users desire improved cloud and API integration, enhanced error handling, and more accessible training resources. Frequent updates and new features are valued, but customization can be slow, and support experiences are inconsistent.

What are the most important features of SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite?

Flexible Integration: Supports multiple integration patterns and protocols.
Rich Adapter Suite: Extensive adapter options available.
Seamless SAP Integration: Enables smooth SAP processes.
EDI Capabilities: Comprehensive electronic data interchange support.
Fault Tolerance: Maintains stability and reliable operation.
Entity Flow Tools: Provides detailed data mapping and message tracking.

What benefits may organizations look for in reviews when evaluating SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite?

Reliability: Ensures consistent performance across platforms.
Scalability: Adapts to growing data and organizational needs.
Automation: Reduces need for programming expertise.
Protocol Adaptability: Supports diverse communication standards.

In industries, SEEBURGER is used for EDI transactions, partner communication, and data integration. Organizations benefit from scripting, process monitoring, certifications, and secure transfers like AS2 and SFTP, facilitating data conversion and internal connections. Implemented on-premises and in the cloud, SEEBURGER adapts to custom business processes.

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Sample Customers

CVS Health Corporation

Altis, Autoliv, Cebi, Cofresco, MoneyGram International, Samsonite Europe, VSP Global, BMW Group, OSRAM, Magna, Lavazza

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