1. [Home](https://www.g2.com/) 2. ... 3. [Big Data Integration Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/big-data-integration-platforms) 4. [IBM DataStage Discussions](https://www.g2.com/products/ibm-datastage/discuss) [ ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_0a2625dd31c2343f886384c44a1271e5/ibm-datastage.jpg "Product Avatar Image") ](/products/ibm-datastage/reviews) [ IBM DataStage ](/products/ibm-datastage/reviews) (73)4.0/5 IBM® InfoSphere® DataStage® is a leading ETL platform that integrates data across multiple enterprise systems. It leverages a high performance parallel framework, available on-premises or in the cloud. The scalable platform provides extended metadata management and enterprise connectivity. It integrates heterogeneous data, including big data at rest (Hadoop-based) or big data in motion (stream-based), on both distributed and mainframe platforms. It supports IBM Db2® Z and Db2 for z/OS®, applies workload and business rules, and integrates real-time data in an easy to deploy, scalable platform. Learn More: https://ibm.co/2NpHEtZ Show More * * * ### 29.0 Nps Score Already have IBM DataStage? ### All IBM DataStage Discussions Search Most CommentedMost HelpfulPinned by G2Newest All DiscussionsDiscussions with CommentsPinned by G2Discussions without Comments FilterFilter Filter byExpand/Collapse Sort by Most Commented Most Helpful Pinned by G2 Newest Filter by All Discussions Discussions with Comments Pinned by G2 Discussions without Comments ![Pinned by G2 as a common question](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Pinned by G2 as a common question") G2 Pinned by G2 as a common question • over 2 years ago More Options - [ # What is IBM InfoSphere DataStage used for? ](/discussions/what-is-ibm-infosphere-datastage-used-for) What is IBM InfoSphere DataStage used for? 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