Making changes to database schemas can often be complex and error prone. Changes impact dependent objects and sometimes even the underlying data, and the stakes are high. Even with careful attention, schema changes can impact application systems, producing unexpected results, costly errors and business disruptions. By minimizing or eliminating manual tasks and automating the change management process, organizations can implement schema updates with ease and accuracy.

This solution brief explains the value of IBM® Data Studio Administrator. This powerful and flexible tool simplifies the process of identifying, analyzing and implementing database schema changes for IBM DB2® for Linux®, UNIX® and Microsoft Windows®. Data Studio capabilities exploit modern development tools and techniques to provide for fast and efficient development and support a scalable infrastructure.