Infosphere Optim Test Data Management Solution

The architecture of Infosphere Optim Test Data Management Solution consists of several key components. The Optim Directory serves as a central repository for metadata and configurations. The Optim Designer is used to define data masking rules and data subsetting criteria.

The Optim Data Privacy Provider performs the actual data masking operations. The Optim Data Subset component is used to create smaller, more manageable test datasets. The Optim Move component is used to copy data to test environments.

These components communicate through a combination of database connections and internal APIs. The solution supports various databases, including Db2, Oracle, and IMS. Data is stored in the respective database systems.

Network requirements include connectivity between the Optim components and the databases being managed. Specific port requirements depend on the database systems in use. The product integrates with existing database security features for authentication and access control.

Audit logging is available to track data modifications. The product's architecture is designed for scalability and integration with existing data management infrastructure. Competitors include Informatica and Delphix, but Optim's integration with IBM's data management ecosystem provides a unique advantage.