Astera
    ASTERA REPORTMINER

    The Best Alternative to Altair Monarch!

    Why pay more for less? Upgrade to our modern, AI-powered data extraction software.

    AI-assisted extractionTemplate-less when neededValidation + error tracking
    VinSolutions
    Ciena
    DexKo Global
    Ever.Ag
    Cherry Health
    AI-DRIVEN MONARCH CONVERSION

    Bring Your Monarch Models into Astera Instantly, No Rebuild Required

    Bring your Monarch models to Astera instantly. Our AI Agent reads your .dmod/.xmod/.dprj/.dpwx/.json files, translates traps, templates, calculated fields, lookups, filters, sorts, and summaries into Astera ReportMiner extractions and dataflows with the same logic, same outputs, zero rework.

    .dmod.xmod.dprj.dpwx.json
    AI Conversion Engine
    Parse extraction logic
    Map traps & templates
    Translate transformations
    Reconstruct dataflows
    ExtractionTransformationDestination
    LOGIC PRESERVATION

    Preserve Monarch Extraction Logic

    The AI Agent translates traps, templates, calculated fields, lookups, filters, sorts, and summaries into Astera logic structures, ensuring identical outputs without approximation or loss of business rules.

    FILE COMPATIBILITY

    Native Monarch File Support

    Directly ingest .dmod, .xmod, .dprj, .dpwx, and .json files with no preprocessing. The system parses existing extraction templates and automator configurations as-is.

    ZERO REWORK

    No Template Rebuild Required

    Eliminate manual recreation of extraction rules. Existing Monarch templates are converted into production-ready ReportMiner workflows without rewriting logic or restructuring data.

    PRODUCTION READY

    Immediate Operational Output

    Converted dataflows are fully structured and aligned with downstream systems, enabling immediate execution with consistent results across batch and real-time processing.

    Designed for teams managing hundreds of Monarch templates at enterprise scale.

    Migration Path

    Switching From Monarch Doesn't Mean Starting Over

    What the transition looks like

    Week 1

    The AI Agent converts your Monarch logic, including traps, templates, calculated fields, lookups, filters, and sorts, into equivalent Astera workflows. Business rules carry over exactly, with no approximation or data loss.

    Week 1–2

    Convert .xmod, .dmod, .json, .dprj, and .dpwx assets into ReportMiner workflows. Reconstruct extraction logic and reconnect downstream delivery systems.

    Week 2

    Execute parallel validation against Monarch outputs. Confirm field accuracy, formatting consistency, document coverage, and downstream data integrity.

    Go Live

    Switch batch processing, scheduling, and automation to ReportMiner. Retire redundant Monarch infrastructure and move production to the new platform.

    Most enterprise teams complete migration within 1–2 weeks without rebuilding templates or interrupting production workflows.

    Dedicated migration support included with onboarding. Astera works directly with your Monarch templates, Automator jobs, and production workflows to ensure accurate conversion, validation, and go-live readiness without disrupting operations.

    Watch ReportMiner in Action

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    Monarch Process Migration to Astera ReportMiner

    Monarch migration flowTemplate-less extractionInstant previewWorkflow automation
    Zero

    Production downtime across every Monarch migration

    Already Migrated

    Companies that already made the switch

    These teams migrated from Monarch and are running ReportMiner in production today - without rebuilding templates or disrupting production pipelines.

    ParallonHealthcare services
    Carrington Mortgage ServicesMortgage services
    Wescom Credit UnionCredit union
    Production-live
    Full Monarch replacement
    No workflow disruption

    Where ReportMiner Outperforms Monarch

    AI-driven automation, enterprise orchestration, and scalable data workflows, built beyond traditional report mining tools.

    Template-Free AI Extraction

    Monarch

    Template-dependent extraction workflows requiring manual setup

    RM

    AI detects document layouts automatically with template-optional extraction

    Workflow Automation & Scheduling

    SRCETLOUT
    Monarch

    Manual execution with limited orchestration

    RM

    Automated pipelines, job scheduling, and production orchestration

    Unified ETL Integration

    PDFDBAPIPipelineDW
    Monarch

    Standalone extraction tool

    RM

    End-to-end pipelines from ingestion to transformation to delivery

    Multi-Source Enterprise Data Support

    RMPDFIMGDBWEBEMLSAP
    Monarch

    Limited structured and unstructured source coverage

    RM

    Supports PDFs, images, email, databases, web data, and enterprise systems

    Flexible Enterprise Licensing

    EnterpriseClient-BasedScalable
    Monarch

    Rigid seat-based licensing models

    RM

    Client-based, enterprise, and scalable licensing options

    Real-Time Data Preview & Validation

    Monarch

    Validation occurs post-processing

    RM

    Instant preview, data health checks, and confidence before delivery

    Technical Comparison

    A detailed feature breakdown for technical evaluation.

    FeatureReportMinerMonarch
    Visual, Drag-And-Drop DesignerYesYes
    Complex Hierarchical ReportsYesYes
    Template-Less Data ExtractionAI-powered, template-optionalNot available
    Auto-Determine Field Name & LengthYesYes
    Built-in OCR for Images & Scanned PDFsYesLimited
    Report Schema BrowserAI-assistedManual

    Award-Winning Platform

    G2 Best Support Winter 2024
    HFormation Technology Award
    Big Innovation 2025
    CRN Big Data 100 2023
    Shver Criterio Winner
    Software Suggest Best Usability 2023
    Software Suggest Best Value 2023
    Top Performer
    Market Leader Spring 2020
    Great User Experience Certificate
    TrustRadius Best Customer Support 2021
    TrustRadius Top Rated 2020
    Intellyx
    Digital Innovator 2023
    G2 Best Support Winter 2024
    HFormation Technology Award
    Big Innovation 2025
    CRN Big Data 100 2023
    Shver Criterio Winner
    Software Suggest Best Usability 2023
    Software Suggest Best Value 2023
    Top Performer
    Market Leader Spring 2020
    Great User Experience Certificate
    TrustRadius Best Customer Support 2021
    TrustRadius Top Rated 2020
    Intellyx
    Digital Innovator 2023

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