Author: Randy Kerns

A customizable Data Platforms product comparison of features, performance, functionality and specifications using the EvaluScale product review methodology. The Futurum Group “EvaluScale” assesses each product within a specific technology area. For each area, there is a set of criteria where the product being assessed. The Futurum Group analysts will set a weighting factor for each criterion based on the importance to the customer. For each product, The Futurum Group analysts will judge how well the vendor meets the criteria and apply the measure of either “meets requirements”, “exceeds requirements” or is an “area for development” as to meeting the criteria. The score is calculated based on the measure and weight and then summed to give an overall rating. The EvaluScale chart displays how well a product meets the requirements in three groupings of criteria along with the judgement of the vendor’s ability to deliver on capabilities and investment in the product. A detailed explanation of each product and the analyst’s explanation for the rating is available for subscription clients as an inquiry engagement.