IBM InfoSphere Change Data Capture
Low-latency data replication for business intelligence and analytics.
Overview
IBM InfoSphere Change Data Capture (CDC) is a replication solution that captures database changes as they happen and delivers them to target databases, message queues, or ETL solutions. It is designed to provide low-impact, real-time data replication for analytics, data warehousing, and application consolidation.
āØ Key Features
- Log-based CDC from a variety of sources
- Heterogeneous data replication
- Integration with the IBM data ecosystem (DataStage, Db2, etc.)
- Transactional integrity
- Graphical user interface for configuration and monitoring
šÆ Key Differentiators
- Deep integration with IBM databases like Db2
- Part of a broad, enterprise-class data fabric portfolio
- Proven technology used by large enterprises
Unique Value: IBM InfoSphere CDC provides a reliable and scalable solution for replicating enterprise data in real-time, especially within IBM-centric environments.
šÆ Use Cases (5)
ā Best For
- Replicating changes from an on-premise Db2 database to a cloud data warehouse.
- Feeding a Kafka pipeline with real-time changes from multiple source databases.
š” Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Replication of SaaS application data.
- Organizations not invested in the IBM software ecosystem.
š Alternatives
Compared to third-party tools, it offers tighter integration with other IBM products like DataStage and Watson Knowledge Catalog. It is a direct competitor to other legacy-focused tools like those from Informatica and Precisely.
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