Instana Simplifies LLM Observability: ODCG Eliminated
infrastructure#llm📝 Blog|Analyzed: Feb 14, 2026 03:39•
Published: Feb 4, 2026 07:49
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•Qiita LLMAnalysis
IBM Instana has revolutionized LLM observability by removing the need for a separate OTel Data Collector for GenAI (ODCG). This streamlined architecture simplifies the monitoring process, allowing direct integration of traces, logs, and metrics, enhancing efficiency and reducing operational complexity.
Key Takeaways
- •ODCG, previously required, is now unnecessary, simplifying the architecture.
- •Traces, logs, and metrics now follow a unified path to Instana.
- •Instana Agent remains optional, providing flexibility in data collection.
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View Original"Instana's LLM Observability is simpler because ODCG is no longer needed."