We use the product for analytics, security, and network processing features.
Easy-to-setup product with valuable features for data virtualization and operations
Pros and Cons
- "IBM Informix benefits users with high availability and good integration capabilities."
- "The support team could include local engineers to establish efficient communication. It will help us speed up the escalation process."
What is our primary use case?
How has it helped my organization?
IBM Informix benefits users with high availability and good integration capabilities.
What is most valuable?
The platform has valuable features for data virtualization and operations. They have a separate system for analytics as well.
What needs improvement?
The support team could include local engineers to establish efficient communication. It will help us speed up the escalation process.
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For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using IBM Informix for seven years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
IBM Informix has good stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have around 100 IBM Informix users in our organization. It is a scalable product, and we plan to increase the usage.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support services do not require any improvements.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is easy. It takes an hour to complete. The deployment involves assessment and design confirmation. It is deployed on the cloud and requires a team of three engineers to work on the process.
What about the implementation team?
We take help from a consultant for implementation.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The product has reasonable pricing. We purchase its yearly license.
What other advice do I have?
I rate IBM Informix an eight out of ten. I recommend it to customers looking for a solution with complex use cases.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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