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Introducing TMVGate: The IBM Planning Analytics(TM1) Connector

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20 April 2023
Jay Wang

Introducing TMVGate: The IBM Planning Analytics(TM1) Connector

Introduction

Are you tired of the hassle of manually moving data from IBM Planning Analytics to your BI Tools like Power BI or Tableau? Or creating new Turbointegrator scripts every time you need to extract more data sets? Look no further! Introducing TMVGate, a game-changing solution that simplifies the process of connecting IBM Planning Analytics data with BI Tools. In this article, we'll dive into what TMVGate is, how it works, and how it can benefit your business.

Table of Contents

  1. Introduction
  2. The Problem with Current Data Extraction Methods
  3. The Ideal Solution: TMVGate
    • How TMVGate Works
    • Key Features of TMVGate
  4. TMVGate in Action
    • Connecting IBM Planning Analytics to BI Tools
    • Saving Time and Increasing Efficiency
  5. How ITLink Pioneered TMVGate
  6. Conclusion

The Problem with Current Data Extraction Methods

We've heard countless stories from clients who either write a new Turbointegrator script for every new data source or manually extract data to input into their BI tool for reporting and data visualization. These methods are either manual, tedious, time-consuming, or resource-intensive.

The Ideal Solution: TMVGate

After hearing the challenges our clients were facing, we developed TMVGate, a high-performance IBM Planning Analytics data connector that connects your data to BI tools via REST API.

How TMVGate Works

TMVGate is a lightweight gateway that provides a seamless connection between IBM Planning Analytics and BI Tools, making it easier than ever to access, analyze, and visualize your data.

Key Features of TMVGate

Compatibility with IBM Planning Analytics

TMVGate works with both IBM Planning Analytics On-Prem and on Cloud, ensuring seamless integration with your existing infrastructure.

Enhanced Security

TMVGate supports all IBM Planning Analytics security modes (1 to 5), protecting your sensitive data throughout the process.

Handling Large Data Sets

TMVGate efficiently supports large cube views (>500 mb) and hierarchies, allowing you to process and analyze even the most extensive data sets with ease.

No Need for ODBC or Additional Data Warehouse

With TMVGate, there's no need for ODBC or an additional data warehouse layer, simplifying the overall process and reducing potential points of failure.

Direct Connection to BI Tools

TMVGate provides a seamless connection to BI tools without the need for IT consultants or scheduled data extractions, empowering your team to work more efficiently and independently.

Transparent Pricing and Lifetime License

TMVGate offers a transparent pricing structure and a lifetime license, ensuring that you know exactly what you're getting and how much it will cost.

TMVGate in Action

Connecting IBM Planning Analytics to BI Tools

An increasing number of companies worldwide are transitioning to BI Tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and Qlik for modern dashboard reporting. With TMVGate, you'll find convenient, efficient, and secure ways to load data stored in IBM Planning Analytics into these BI Tools.

Saving Time and Increasing Efficiency

By using TMVGate, you can say goodbye to time-consuming manual processes and experience a seamless connection between IBM Planning Analytics and your BI Tools, making it easier than ever to access, analyze, and visualize your data. This leads to increased efficiency, reduced errors, and more time for value-added tasks.

ITLink has been supporting IBM Planning Analytics for more than 15 years. Data visualization and BI are no longer the future; they are key requirements in business today. TMVGate was born from a real need – customers needed to easily connect their planning analytics data to their data visualization tools.

Conclusion

TMVGate is the ultimate solution for companies looking to streamline their data analysis and visualization processes. With its compatibility, security, and efficiency, TMVGate is the perfect bridge between IBM Planning Analytics and your preferred BI Tools. Don't let outdated data extraction methods hold you back – experience the benefits of TMVGate today!

Jay Wang (ITLink, Business Technology Consultant)
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