What does Database Examiner do?
Database Examiner is a Windows-based tool used to verify CA Erwin data models, specifically within a DB2 on z/OS environment. It helps ensure that data models are accurate and consistent, preventing potential data integrity issues. If an organization did not use this product, they might face inconsistencies and errors in their data models, leading to data-related problems.
Is this a system, application, or tool?
Database Examiner is primarily a tool, designed to work with and validate data models. It is not a complete system, application suite, framework, or middleware. It focuses on a specific task within the data management lifecycle: ensuring the accuracy of data models.
What types of organizations use this?
This product is suitable for organizations that use CA Erwin for data modeling and have a DB2 database environment on z/OS. These organizations are typically medium to large enterprises in industries such as finance, insurance, and government. A company should consider using Database Examiner when they need to ensure the accuracy and consistency of their data models to avoid data-related issues.
When should we consider Database Examiner?
A company should consider using Database Examiner when they need to ensure the accuracy and consistency of their data models, especially in a DB2 on z/OS environment. This is particularly important when changes are made to the data model or when migrating data between systems. It is not a good fit if the organization does not use CA Erwin for data modeling or does not have a DB2 database on z/OS.
What are the alternatives to Database Examiner?
Alternatives to Database Examiner include other data modeling validation tools or manual data model review processes. However, these alternatives may not provide the same level of integration with CA Erwin or the same level of automation. Some organizations may also develop custom scripts or tools to validate their data models.