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Andriy Cherneha - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Architect at Kredobank
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Top 10
Provides efficient speed and guarantees of data replication from one database to another
Pros and Cons
  • "The platform's most helpful features are its speed and its guarantee of data replication from one database to another."
  • "The solution sometimes has issues with long transactions and replication delays. Its pricing needs improvement."

What is our primary use case?

We use the product to replicate data between bank systems in an enterprise environment, such as Internet banking or core systems.

What is most valuable?

The platform's most helpful features are its speed and its guarantee of data replication from one database to another.

What needs improvement?

The solution sometimes has issues with long transactions and replication delays. Its pricing needs improvement. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with Oracle GoldenGate for about two or three years.

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What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The product is stable. I rate the stability a nine. 

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The product is expensive. Due to the high cost, we are considering alternative solutions.

What other advice do I have?

I rate Oracle GoldenGate an eight out of ten. 

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    IfeoluwaOshinowo - PeerSpot reviewer
    Senior Oracle Database Administrator at Computer Information Systems (CIS)
    Real User
    Top 5
    Offers cost-effective real-time data replication, flexibility, and customization options
    Pros and Cons
    • "The most valuable feature of Oracle GoldenGate is its cost-effectiveness compared to other solutions like Oracle Data Guard, especially for Oracle-to-non-Oracle replication scenarios."
    • "In the future, I would appreciate a more user-friendly monitoring interface for easier management and troubleshooting."

    What is our primary use case?

    I have used Oracle GoldenGate for a couple of different scenarios. One client wanted to keep their main database secure, so we set up GoldenGate to replicate data in a separate environment for reporting purposes. This allowed users to query the replicated data without directly accessing the main database. Another client needed real-time access to historical data without active data guards, so we implemented GoldenGate to enable querying of archived data from both Oracle and non-Oracle sources. 

    What is most valuable?

    The most valuable feature of Oracle GoldenGate is its cost-effectiveness compared to other solutions like Oracle Data Guard, especially for Oracle-to-non-Oracle replication scenarios. Secondly, its versatility in supporting data replication across different operating systems and platforms is highly valuable, making it the go-to tool for heterogeneous environments.

    What needs improvement?

    In the future, I would appreciate a more user-friendly monitoring interface for easier management and troubleshooting. I believe enhancing the monitoring tools would make GoldenGate even more efficient.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Oracle GoldenGate for a few months.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    It is a stable product.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    GoldenGate is quite scalable.

    How are customer service and support?

    While the technical support for Oracle GoldenGate is generally great, it has room for improvement in escalating critical issues to senior engineers promptly. Sometimes, customers face delays or multiple interactions with junior support engineers before resolving. I would rate the support as a nine out of ten.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Positive

    How was the initial setup?

    I find the initial setup process of Oracle GoldenGate to be straightforward and haven't encountered any complexities with it. I would rate the easiness of the initial setup as an eight out of ten.

    The deployment process for Oracle GoldenGate begins with understanding the customer's replication needs. It is essential to clarify which data to replicate and any limitations. Documentation and workflow planning follow, listing objects and target environments. For major changes like database migrations, a careful cut-over plan is crucial. The deployment time for Oracle GoldenGate varies based on the data size and initial load type, but with good connectivity, it can be quick.

    Maintenance isn't difficult and mainly involves proactive monitoring to address issues before they occur. Additional attention may be needed only if businesses want to adjust configurations or address performance lags.

    What other advice do I have?

    Oracle GoldenGate instantly replicates data changes from primary databases to secondary ones, ensuring real-time updates across systems. Its monitoring features detect issues promptly, minimizing downtime. Overall, GoldenGate provides reliable real-time data integration, enhancing business processes efficiently.

    In one organization, we employed Oracle GoldenGate for data replication. We opted for a three-way setup to integrate data between source and target databases without directly impacting either side. Placing an intermediary server between the source and target, we configured GoldenGate parameters. This allowed data to flow from the source to the intermediary server and then to the target, meeting our specific requirements. Depending on cost considerations, we sometimes chose a simpler two-way replication directly from source to target. 

    The conflict detection and resolution feature of Oracle GoldenGate ensures that data replication tasks are executed seamlessly without any conflicts. This results in a flawless data replication process for customers, leading to a positive experience without any complaints or issues related to data consistency or integrity.

    I would recommend considering Oracle GoldenGate for real-time data replication, especially if cost is a factor compared to DataGuard. Additionally, GoldenGate is easier to manage with the right technical expertise. Training the team on managing it can streamline operations and provide business advantages.

    Overall, I would rate Oracle GoldenGate as a ten out of ten.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    On-premises
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      reviewer2328243 - PeerSpot reviewer
      Solution architect at a energy/utilities company with 10,001+ employees
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      A stable solution that can be used for homogeneous and heterogeneous data migration
      Pros and Cons
      • "Since the world is going towards open source, the solution's heterogeneous data migration feature is very useful."
      • "The solution's licensing price is very expensive and could be made more competitive."

      What is our primary use case?

      We use Oracle GoldenGate for homogeneous and heterogeneous data migration.

      What is most valuable?

      The solution supports large-volume databases. Since the world is going towards open source, the solution's heterogeneous data migration feature is very useful. The solution is helpful as the databases need to be available as DC and DR.

      What needs improvement?

      The solution's licensing price is very expensive and could be made more competitive. If I want to convert an Oracle database to a Postgres database, the schema conversion and the database transformation do not happen since it is purely a replication tool. It would be helpful if the solution could include features wherein databases can be converted from open source to Oracle and Oracle to open source.

      For how long have I used the solution?

      I have been using Oracle GoldenGate for three years.

      What do I think about the stability of the solution?

      Oracle GoldenGate is a stable solution.

      What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

      Oracle GoldenGate is a scalable solution that manages a large volume of data. Oracle GoldenGate is extensively used in our organization.

      What about the implementation team?

      We implemented the solution through an in-house team. We have a large DBA team comprising 10 to 15 people with various database skills who deploy the solution for us.

      What was our ROI?

      With Oracle GoldenGate, our technical use cases of DR (disaster recovery) have been met.

      What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

      We pay a yearly licensing fee for Oracle GoldenGate, which is very expensive.

      What other advice do I have?

      I am using the latest version of Oracle GoldenGate. Oracle GoldenGate is a suitable solution for people seeking a scalable, robust data transformation platform.

      Overall, I rate Oracle GoldenGate a nine out of ten.

      Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

      On-premises
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        Arun Kumarasamy - PeerSpot reviewer
        Exadata ,Senior Oracle DBA and Goldengate Consultant at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
        Real User
        Top 5
        A very stable product that has easy configurations and is useful for data transformation
        Pros and Cons
        • "The solution is useful for data transformation."
        • "Monitoring must be a bit more enhanced."

        What is our primary use case?

        If our data is in Oracle Database and we want to extract and transform the data to Azure or AWS, we use Oracle GoldenGate.

        What is most valuable?

        The solution is useful for data transformation.

        What needs improvement?

        Monitoring must be a bit more enhanced.

        For how long have I used the solution?

        I have been using the tool for the last seven years.

        What do I think about the stability of the solution?

        The tool is very stable.

        What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

        We have 200 to 250 users. All the maintenance activities are done online. It can be managed.

        How are customer service and support?

        We are happy with the support team.

        How was the initial setup?

        We use the solution on Oracle’s cloud. The configuration is very easy. Anyone can do it with a click of a button. The setup does not take more than 15 to 20 minutes.

        What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

        It's a middleware. The price depends on the customers and the number of licenses they buy.

        What other advice do I have?

        If someone wants to move data from Oracle to AWS or Azure, Oracle GoldenGate is the best product for them. Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.

        Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

        Hybrid Cloud

        If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

        Other
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          ShanmugaSundaram - PeerSpot reviewer
          Vice President - Database management at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees
          Real User
          Top 20
          A great replication tool that needs to improve its stability
          Pros and Cons
          • "The replication of the data table is one of the best features."
          • "Some issues regarding stability need to be resolved."

          What is most valuable?

          The replication of the data table is one of the best features.

          What needs improvement?

          Some issues regarding stability need to be resolved. 

          For how long have I used the solution?

          I have been using Oracle GoldenGate for a couple of years. 

          What do I think about the stability of the solution?

          The solution is stable. I rate the stability an eight out of ten. 

          What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

          The solution is scalable. Very few people are using the solution at present. 

          How are customer service and support?

          The technical support team is good but they need to scale up on their response time. 

          How would you rate customer service and support?

          Neutral

          How was the initial setup?

          The initial setup is straightforward. The whole deployment can be completed in a day. 

          What other advice do I have?

          The solution is recommended for businesses that require specific functions. I rate the overall solution a seven out of ten. 

          Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.

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            Vipin Mani - PeerSpot reviewer
            Software Engineering Manager/VP at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees
            Real User
            Easy to set up, scalable, and has good technical support, but data consistency is challenging, and sometimes processes get abended
            Pros and Cons
            • "Oracle GoldenGate features work fine, which is what I like about it. I also like that it's scalable, easy to set up, and has good technical support."
            • "The main problem of Oracle GoldenGate is that sometimes, the processes get abended. Data consistency is also challenging."

            What is our primary use case?

            We're using Oracle GoldenGate primarily to check data consistency, replication, and reporting.

            What is most valuable?

            Oracle GoldenGate features work fine, which is what I like about it. I also like that it's scalable, easy to set up, and has good technical support.

            What needs improvement?

            The main problem of Oracle GoldenGate is that sometimes, the processes get abended. Data consistency is also challenging. For example, my team's problem with using Oracle GoldenGate is that occasionally, you'll notice missing rows on the table, and it's hard to find that data.

            In the future, an additional feature I want to see in Oracle GoldenGate is the microservices feature.

            For how long have I used the solution?

            I've been using Oracle GoldenGate for the last three years, and I'm still using it.

            What do I think about the stability of the solution?

            In terms of stability, Oracle GoldenGate is fine. It's a seven out of ten for me, stability-wise.

            What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

            Oracle GoldenGate is scalable, and there's no issue with it scalability-wise.

            How are customer service and support?

            I have experience contacting the technical support team for Oracle GoldenGate, and there was no issue with it. It's pretty good, so support-wise, it's a four out of five for me.

            My company also has in-house support for the solution.

            Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

            My company uses Oracle GoldenGate because it is bundled with other Oracle products.

            How was the initial setup?

            Oracle GoldenGate is simple to set up.

            What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

            Oracle GoldenGate is a high-priced solution because it follows the core-based pricing model versus the software-based pricing model of other solutions.

            What other advice do I have?

            My company is using Oracle GoldenGate.

            In the company, Oracle GoldenGate is used in two environments. One is for data replication, and the other is for reporting purposes. In general, a total of fifty people use the solution.

            My rating for Oracle GoldenGate is a six out of ten, mainly because of the price factor.

            I strongly recommend Oracle GoldenGate to anyone who has servers and needs to do reporting. It's a solution that has no issues for the purposes I mentioned.

            I'm a user of Oracle GoldenGate, not a partner.

            Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

            On-premises
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              Top 5Leaderboard
              Enables to replicate data across different data centers and different technologies, but it is expensive and not easy to use
              Pros and Cons
              • "We can replicate data across different data centers and different technologies."
              • "The product is not easy to use."

              What is our primary use case?

              We use the solution to replicate operational databases. We replicate the information from critical databases to non-critical databases. We use it for reports and transformations and to present it to other services.

              What is most valuable?

              We ensure that the data is replicated from one type of database to another immediately. It helps us with reporting, providing information to end users, and data management. We can replicate data across different data centers and different technologies. We like this function.

              What needs improvement?

              The documentation could be improved. The product is not easy to use. The knowledge required for the product is high. There are open-source products in the market that are easier to use than Oracle GoldenGate. We faced challenges to expand the solution and get more technologies. It is very difficult. We struggle with the licensing cost and the need for a knowledgeable resource. We need an open-source solution that is easier to adapt and work with.

              For how long have I used the solution?

              I have been using the solution for more than ten years.

              What do I think about the stability of the solution?

              I rate the tool’s stability a nine out of ten.

              What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

              I rate the tool’s scalability a nine out of ten.

              How are customer service and support?

              The support must be improved. When a vendor wants to reduce the cost of a support team, they have a first level of support with less knowledge. The escalation process is really slow. It takes ages to escalate issues to higher layers of support. The case has remained at the first level for a long time. It is typical of Oracle. We have complained directly to Oracle several times regarding the support.

              How would you rate customer service and support?

              Negative

              How was the initial setup?

              The product is easy to deploy since it is on the cloud. However, it is not easy to manage. The deployment time has been reduced, but the configuration and tuning are costly.

              What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

              The tool is a bit expensive. It is not that elastic.

              What other advice do I have?

              It is a legacy process, and we need people with a lot of knowledge to do it. We can scale all the technology we need because we do not have the license. We update and perform security management for the tool. We have a group of five to ten engineers in our technical team. We cannot expand the tool easily. It is expensive. Overall, I rate the product a seven out of ten.

              Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

              Hybrid Cloud

              If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

              Other
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                Anand_Kumar - PeerSpot reviewer
                Enterprise Architect at DXC Technology
                Reseller
                Top 5Leaderboard
                A great choice for large-scale enterprises relying on real-time data integration
                Pros and Cons
                • "The solution's existing SaaS platform for data integration gives us an edge."
                • "The GoldenGate license is very costly."

                What is our primary use case?

                We use GoldenGate for real-time data ingestion and integration.

                What is most valuable?

                The solution's existing SaaS platform for data integration gives us an edge because many other features' functionalities are available, such as real-time dashboarding and data analytics.

                What needs improvement?

                The GoldenGate license is very costly.

                What do I think about the stability of the solution?

                Stability is relative because of the way you design the entire system. DCDR, high availability, all these things come into the picture. Stability depends upon the way the ecosystem or enterprise has been designed.

                What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

                Oracle GoldenGate is suitable for medium and large enterprises.

                How was the initial setup?

                The difficulty with the initial setup depends on the type of project you are setting up. Is it a small, midsize, or large project? You have to look at the type of vertical or line of business. If the business is in banking, the solution has to be secure. In the telecom industry, fast transactions and latency come into the picture. These factors come in during enterprise design.

                The initial setup is very easy with structured data because Oracle is a master in that area. However, storage becomes an issue when discussing unstructured and semi-structured data. GoldenGate does provide access to all these things, and there isn't much of a challenge from the integration perspective with the solution.

                I rate the initial setup a nine out of ten.

                What other advice do I have?

                We needed to exploit the real-time data analytics since data ingestion and integration were happening through the SaaS platform.

                Oracle has a problem with pricing, and if they reduced the cost of their products, it would make a lot of sense. Today, many freely available tools to ingest data cover all three types: structured, unstructured, and semi-structured.

                In a business like manufacturing, with data integration for large multinational companies, Oracle GoldenGate gains an edge over other solutions. Similarly, with telecommunications, for example, a multinational company like Vodafone, you would need GoldenGate to extract data. Data lineage helps control those things. Likewise, security is a concern. Smaller and lower-middle companies could not afford GoldenGate, however.

                I rate GoldenGate an eight out of ten. However, different people, such as your CSO and CIO, will have different views. Your CFO, for example, might think the solution is too expensive.

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