Datasource datatypes are preserved during transformation.
Internally, Sybase IQ InfoPrimer distinguishes between string and numeric datatypes. The Standardize data format option of the data providers or data sinks automatically converts data to a standard format, which is then converted to a format, which the target database can process. You need not manually convert various date and number formats when working with different databases.
By default, the Standardize data format option is selected. However, if you experience problems with date or number fields, you can disable this option and manually convert the data using the Preference window.