IBM Optim Archive use cases

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Review some key use cases for IBM® Optim Archive.

IBM Optim Archive provides you with the ability to securely archive inactive or historical production data. The following use cases illustrate how IBM Optim addresses common challenges in data archiving and retention.

Extracting and archiving data

Challenge: Organizations need to manage and support their database archiving strategies to control growing data volumes and associated storage costs, while improving application performance and minimizing the risks associated with data retention and compliance.

Solution: IBM Optim Archive archives inactive and historical data based on business policies. The solution supports application-independent access and selective restoration of archived data for reporting and audits.

Impact: By archiving data with IBM Optim Archive, you can:
  • Improve data lifecycle management.
  • Control and manage data growth.
  • Reduce hardware storage and maintenance costs.
  • Protect archived business objects for regulatory compliance.