IBM SPSS Modeler

Drive ROI and accelerate time to value with an intuitive, drag-and-drop data science tool

by IBM · Analytics & Workforce Planning

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Executive Summary

IBM SPSS Modeler is a visual data science and machine learning tool for data preparation and discovery, predictive analytics, model management and deployment. Analysts build models on a drag-and-drop interface using algorithms such as decision trees, neural networks and regression, and the product works with R, Python, Spark and Hadoop. IBM sells it as a desktop subscription and as Professional, Premium and Gold editions.

Use Cases

  • Demand forecasting and price optimization
  • Anomaly detection, classification and clustering for segmentation
  • Clinical prediction and optimization
  • Customer behavior and churn analysis

Features

Visibility

  • Graphics engine: Leverage IBM SPSS Modeler’s powerful graphics engine to visualize data and insights with clarity.
  • Visual analysis streams: IBM SPSS Modeler automatically prepares and transforms data into optimal formats for predictive modeling.

Intelligence

  • Text Analytics & NLP: All of the Professional Edition plus Text Analytics, offering powerful text analytics capabilities, which uses advanced linguistic technologies and Natural Language Processing (NLP) to rapidly process a large variety of unstructured text da
  • Machine learning methods and algorithms: IBM SPSS Modeler supports a wide range of advanced algorithms, including decision trees, neural networks, and regression models.
  • Demand Forecasting & Price Optimization: Predict future demand and optimize pricing strategies using advanced modeling techniques.
  • Anomaly Detection and Segmentation: Identify unusual patterns and uncover meaningful groups in your data.

Support

  • Automatic data preparation: IBM SPSS Modeler automatically transforms data into optimal formats for accurate predictive modeling.
  • Model deployment: Save and deploy models from leading machine learning frameworks such as Scikit-learn and TensorFlow alongside IBM SPSS Modeler.
  • Support for open-source technologies: IBM SPSS Modeler integrates with R, Python, Spark, and Hadoop to extend analytics capabilities and scale performance.

Technical Specifications

Architecture
Visual client/server architecture with SQL pushback capabilities, in-database processing, and microservices support
Deployment
Hybrid

Infrastructure

  • IBM Cloud
  • AWS
  • Azure
  • On-Premise

AI/ML Stack

  • Python
  • R

Integrations

  • IBM Cloud Pak for Data
  • IBM SPSS Statistics
  • Workday
  • SAP SuccessFactors
  • Microsoft Azure SQL
  • Oracle Database
  • R
  • Python
  • Spark
  • Hadoop
  • Scikit-learn
  • TensorFlow

Pricing

Model
Annual subscription; perpetual Professional/Premium/Gold editions via sales
Starting Price
Starting at USD 529 per month (subscription, one authorized user, indicative)
Target Customer
Mid-Market,Enterprise
Contract Type
Annual subscription or one-time purchase
Free Trial
Yes

About IBM

IBM is a multinational technology and consulting company headquartered in Armonk, New York, operating in over 175 countries. It provides hardware, software, cloud computing, and AI solutions, with a strong focus on enterprise computing, quantum computing, supercomputing, and cybersecurity.

Founded: 1911 · Headquarters: Armonk, New York, NY, United States · Employees: 10,001+ · Public

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