SQL that knows your schema
Get context-aware suggestions for tables and columns, run the statement under your cursor and keep useful scripts close at hand.
A desktop SQL workspace
Your databases.
One clear view.
Query, explore and compare data across your database connections in one focused desktop workspace, with a first-class home for Informix.
Available for Windows, macOS and Linux
Connect to the databases you work with
InformixPostgreSQLMySQL / MariaDBSQL ServerOracleSQLiteODBC
Built for everyday database work
Move from question to answer, without losing your place.
Keep your connections, SQL, schema and results together. IMS is designed to stay responsive while you work with real databases and large result sets.
Explore and edit data
Browse tables, filter and sort rows, follow foreign keys and make reviewed edits in a transaction.
Understand the differences
Compare schemas across connections and compare result sets to spot changed, added or missing rows.
Keep results useful
Pin results, filter what you have loaded and export data to CSV, Excel, JSON, SQL and other common formats.
Automate SQL and remote scripts
Run shell scripts over SSH on Linux, AIX, macOS and other POSIX hosts. Run SQL jobs in the background or on a schedule, then export results to files.
Extend your workflow
Use optional AI assistance, the command-line interface or the MCP server with configurable permissions.
A closer look
More of your database work, in one place.
See how IMS brings everyday database tools together. These are screenshots from the application.
Database connections
Set up every connection in one place.
Choose a supported database engine, compatible product or driver, then enter its connection details in a guided setup screen.
7 core connection types · JDBC · ODBC
Compare
See database differences side by side.
Choose source and target connections, select schema objects and review comparison options before producing a migration script.
Schema comparison
Cloud Explorer
Keep cloud connections near your database work.
Bring supported AWS, Azure and Google Cloud configurations into the same navigator used for your database connections.
AWS · Azure · Google Cloud
Personalize
Make the workspace comfortable for long sessions.
Choose a theme and accent, tune window transparency and adjust the interface density to suit your setup.
Themes · density · appearanceMore tools in the workspace
From schema discovery to day-to-day operations.
Explore more of IMS through real screenshots from the application.
Live monitoring
Follow Informix activity as it changes.
Review virtual processor CPU, dbspace capacity and session memory, with detailed chart views and warning thresholds.
Local Informix UNLOAD
Write query output directly to your machine.
Run an Informix UNLOAD query from IMS and save its output on your local computer, rather than writing the file to a path on the database server.
Visual query builder
Build queries with your schema in view.
Add tables, choose columns, define joins and review the SQL preview as you shape a query.
Relationship diagrams
See how your database objects connect.
Arrange tables in a visual schema diagram, inspect relationships and organize objects into groups.
Database export
Choose the objects and format you need.
Export database objects and data to common formats, a file, the SQL Commander or the clipboard.
Table copy
Move tables between connections.
Copy table structures and compatible data across configured database connections, including cross-engine workflows.
Report builder
Turn query results into clear reports.
Run a database query, choose fields and shape a report for preview, printing or export.
Your preferences
Personalize Gib and the way he appears.
Choose Gib’s character, name, colors and accessories, then set how often he reacts and where he appears in the workspace.
Edit as you work
Update SQL data right in the result grid.
Change editable values as you review query results, then review and save your changes without leaving the SQL workspace.
Remote scripts
Run shell scripts on Linux, AIX and more.
Use a registered SSH terminal to run and schedule POSIX shell files on Linux, AIX, macOS and other SSH-accessible POSIX systems. Review run status and script output in IMS.
SQL jobs and exports
Run SQL in the background and save its results.
Keep working while SQL source files run, or schedule them for later. Export query results to separate files or a combined workbook in CSV, TSV, Excel, JSON, HTML, Markdown or XML.
Informix, in its element
A familiar database deserves a focused workspace.
IMS brings Informix connections, SQL, schema browsing and live server information into the same desktop workflow. Connect through the supported Informix drivers and choose the tools that fit your environment.
- Informix SQL editor, explorer and result grid
- Live monitoring for server, storage and virtual processor activity
- Informix connections through JDBC, IBM CLI or the Client SDK
- SSH tunnels for servers reached through a bastion
INFORMIX · LIVE MONITORINGConnection view
ServerInformixConnection status and version
StorageDbspacesUsed and available capacity
CPUVirtual processorsUsage by VP class
High availabilityReplicationCluster and node status
A straightforward workflow
Connect. Work. Keep moving.
IMS gives database work a consistent home, while respecting the differences between engines.
01 / CONNECT
Bring your connections together
Organize database connections, folders and SSH tunnels in one navigator.
02 / INVESTIGATE
Explore with context
Move between schema objects, SQL, execution plans and results without switching tools.
03 / SHARE THE WORK
Repeat and compare
Save scripts, automate regular tasks and compare the data or schema you care about.
Fits your setup
Use the clients and connections you already have.
Import saved connections from DBeaver or DbVisualizer, use SSH tunnels and keep work organized across database engines.
Start with IMS
Bring your database work into focus.
Ask for the latest release for Windows, macOS or Linux, or get in touch with questions about IMS.