About Us

The company history, solutions, leadership team for Direct Computer Resources, Inc, makers of DataVantage data management software solutions for mainframe and distributed systems.

Our History


George Lang is a pioneer and inventor of database management software tools. He initially worked with IMS, IBM’s original database management system. In the late 1970s, he developed the first multi-dimensional application development testing and data management software tools for mainframe computers. This development launched a multi-billion database testing industry.

Expanding Our Influence

Building on this foundation, Direct Computer Resources, Inc expanded into other areas of enterprise software, while also addressing distributed computing environments. Today, our suite of DataVantage software products helps organizations efficiently view, edit, copy, manage, migrate, scramble, mask, and de-identify sensitive data across various database environments.

Our Firsts

Notably, we were the first company to incorporate data masking tools for z/OS, offering robust protection for sensitive data, including Personally Identifiable Information (PII). 

The company also holds several domestic and international patents related to data masking and obfuscation. The product lineup includes mainframe solutions like DataVantage DME® (Data Masking Express™), known for its affordability and flexible pricing options, and DataVantage Adviser®, which enables visualization and editing of COBOL data altered during application modernization on distributed systems.

For more than 35 years, hundreds of Fortune 500 and Global 1000 companies across industries such as finance, healthcare, government, education, and retail have trusted DataVantage to manage and protect their data. 

Contact us today to learn how DataVantage software can help secure and optimize your enterprise’s information assets. Call us at 877-704-0077 or email info@DataVantage.com for more information.

“As a DBA Manager, my team uses DataVantage software to mask all our critical sensitive data in our non-production environments.  Our organization has used DataVantage for over 15 years, which is a testament to the dependability of the software. Our account representatives are very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. They are very accommodating and promptly answer and resolve all questions/issues.”

Keyetra W.

Manager, Database Architecture Technology-Business Applications, Benefits Administration company

The DataVantage Leadership Team

Bill Vitiello
Co-Founder
An entrepreneur with 40-plus years of experience in the IT and telecom sectors, Bill co-founded Direct Computer Resources Inc., which provides DataVantage Data Management and Security Software solutions to Fortune 1000 organizations globally.
Headshot of Co-Founder George Lang
George Lang
Co-Founder
George developed the original DataVantage® for IMS solution in the late 1970s. It was the first-ever application development testing and data management software tool for mainframes. The founders then expanded the company’s slate of enterprise software products to support the entire suite of IBM mainframe products.
Headshot of General Counsel and COO Ray Lang
Ray Lang
General Counsel and COO
Ray’s career includes leadership positions as CEO of a publicly traded technology company, COO of an asset management and research firm and Managing Director of various business units at multi-national financial service organizations.
Dan Hay
Manager of Business Development
Dan is a former CIO with more than 25 years’ experience managing IT organizations, including marketing for managed services projects, platform migration projects, and helping customers implement data masking solutions to protect sensitive data.
Dave Simpson
Mainframe Product Manager
With 30 years’ experience in programming, development, test and customer support, Dave was named Mainframe Product Manager in 2019. Because of his broad background, he is both familiar with overall product usage and detailed implementation activities.
Don Hughes
Distributed Product Manager
Don Hughes is an accomplished IT leader with over four decades of experience in systems development and technical management. He oversees critical development initiatives and system implementations. His expertise spans the entire project lifecycle, from initial feasibility studies and analysis through implementation and enhancement.