We liked Information Builders' package-deal pricing. With a tag of $67,309 for our scenario, only Microsoft could beat its pricing.
WebFocus 4.3.6, pricing based on configuration. Information Builders, (800) 969-INFO, (212) 736-4433. http://www.informationbuilders.com
Brio Intelligence 6.6
Brio Intelligence ties with Cognos for the best methods of dealing with dirty data. The product also provides an easy-to-use interface that makes report building a breeze. However, limited Web server support (Microsoft IIS and iPlanet only) and a less robust security model than Cognos Series 7's prevented this product from earning our top spot. Web server support is an issue; if an organization has standardized on IBM's WebSphere or BEA WebLogic, for example, the company will need to make an extra purchase to deploy the solution.
Brio Intelligence impressed us with its quick uptime and all-in-one report creation. The drag-and-drop interface let us install, connect to our database and create a detailed analysis within half an hour. We also liked the product's integration with Netegrity, which enables single sign-on access and data security across the Brio product suite. Brio provides access control on its design models, ensuring that developed reports cannot be modified without proper authorization. However, the product still lacks some of the security tools, such as role-based access control, that Cognos Series 7 and others provide. This shortcoming resulted in a lower score in the area of security.
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