AppWorx Workload Automation vs CA Workload Automation iDash [EOL] comparison

AppWorx Workload Automation and CA Workload Automation iDash [EOL] are both solutions in the Workload Automation category. Additionally, 90% of AppWorx Workload Automation users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of CA Workload Automation iDash [EOL] users who would recommend it.

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JAMS

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Latha Viswanathan

Principal Data Base And Infrastructure Engineer at a outsourcing company with 501-1,000 employees

Automation has replaced nightly monitoring and delivers reliable, unified job scheduling

We have really enjoyed working with JAMS in terms of notifications, alerts, and streamlining. There used to be a process with Automate, which is another product from Fortra, but even before that, the other division of the company that we were merging with had a tool that was built in-house called a file handler or file distributor. It was an in-house developed tool, but it was not as streamlined or as efficient as JAMS is. We literally had to have a dedicated nighttime person monitoring. Although we are 24/7, the divisions of the company that we were using JAMS for have been small scale. While we have automated it, we have streamlined it in such a way that notifications go out and alerts go out, but if there is anything, then we get paged and alerted, and if anything needs to happen at midnight, we can wake up. On the other hand, with the tool I mentioned, the file handler and distributor, we used to have a dedicated nighttime person that had to be sitting and monitoring it to see when a file arrived, whether it met the conditions, and then execute the next particular job. By using JAMS, we have gained a lot more efficiencies in terms of all of those to streamline it, and there is no necessary need for having an overnight engineer just keeping an eye on all of this.

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Roger-Rodriguez

IT Infrastructure Manager with 10,001+ employees

Simplifies complex job scheduling with great functionality and error handling

AppWorx Workload Automation's simplicity and powerful functionality are its most valuable features for us. It allows for efficient workload management and reports on the status of processes, which was a unique feature when it was first introduced. The tool now supports complex job streams and is relatively easy for operators and developers to learn. It has great error-handling capabilities and can perform actions like opening tickets for support teams. Despite being easy to use, the tool offers high availability and redundancy features, which we have not utilized in our organization but add to the product's capabilities.

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NVRao

Head Of Service Management at a computer software company with 10,001+ employees

An easy initial setup with scalability capabilities and good stability

The solution should give commands in a mainly English perspective so that it's easier to configure in the future. The technical support could be improved by removing delays in response times. They should be able to get back to clients faster. If they offered automated migration in the future, that would be great.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"The key benefits about JAMS is having the ability to run long running jobs on-premise as compared to products like Azure Data Factory."

"The interface is good, and it's very easy to define and create jobs. If a job is not running or there is an error, the solution will send an email. That's all very good and very useful."

"We can see all the batch execution status within the tool itself, which saves money, time, and cost, allowing us to handle everything in one single tool."

"Previously, we manually managed file transfers by writing our scripts. The automated MFT feature is great for me and the company. It helps us know where the files are going and enables us to track errors if anything fails. It also makes the connection seamless for third-party vendors."

"JAMS has improved our productivity immensely because everything flows. I don't think we could operate at our current staffing levels without it."

"The most valuable aspect of JAMS is its robustness."

"Our company is based on data. Everything we do is data-driven, so it has been very valuable having one place where we can process all of the data and do batch schedules with chunks of data."

"We also use the solution’s Interactive Agents. If we need to push something to our dealer portal, we can just drop a file in a folder and it goes. Running interactive tasks helps me users focus on business processes since I don’t have to take care of running the jobs manually."

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"Our primary use case for this solution is to schedule our batch, applications and data warehouse batches automatically."

"We have a lot of nightly jobs that need to be run. Therefore, we perform a lot of calculations and processes during nighttime hours."

"Atomic Applications Manager is user-friendly and accommodates around 100 users who can monitor and run their jobs effectively."

"Scheduling is a good feature."

"The automated solution is the most valuable piece. Otherwise, we would have to be doing everything manually on every server."

"The most valuable features of AppWorx Workload Automation are simplicity and reliability. Additionally, they recently transformed the UI which is better."

"AppWorx Workload Automation's simplicity and powerful functionality are its most valuable features for us."

"The product's initial setup phase was easy."

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"The solution is easy to manipulate and has good performance."

"The solution is really perfect for a big enterprise using more than 100 or 200 applications."

"The stability of the solution is good. We haven't experienced any bugs or glitches and we haven't had any crashes that I can recall."

Cons

"When looking at a folder in JAMS with many jobs, it would be good to have better information in the list display of what's inside those jobs. We get some information, but other important details are missing."

"All my machines at work are Macs. JAMS client is a Windows-based thing."

"The documentation is not super... It's not as quick and slick as I'd like it to be."

"One issue which can prevent jobs from running is when a script gets into a loop."

"Fortra is getting much better with documentation and examples, but there is still room for improvement."

"The tabs in the JAMS file transfer could be clearer. It would help us demonstrate to our client that JAMS not only automates jobs but also does fast transfers, and it's an alternative that supports and filters different kinds of platforms. Filtering file transfers will be highly beneficial to them."

"I'm not sure if they have fixed it in a newer version, but there is no global search in the version I have. If I have multiple sub-folders that are named for business units, like HR or IT, and I have to search for a job, I cannot search from the top. I have to go to the HR folder to search for a particular job, or to the IT folder."

"The UI could be better. There were some things that were not quite intuitive, such as the search tool. When we tried to search for jobs, we had to clear the entire search and then go in and enter the new search query. That's something that wasn't intuitive for a new user."

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"The current setup process can be a bit much for users."

"It has been a deprecated product, because it is so old. There has been a couple of new solutions that are a little more advanced."

"The scalability could improve."

"It is difficult to integrate with the Active Directory (AD)."

"AppWorx Workload Automation does not support mainframe environments, which limits its use for larger and older organizations like ours that still rely on mainframes."

"The graphical interface is pretty cool but not the best so it could use some improvement."

"It is not really scaling per say because they are not putting much into it. They are trying to push their new product."

"The compliance features are limited to the server and not the entire infrastructure."

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"The technical support could be improved by removing delays in response times. They should be able to get back to clients faster."

"We have difficulties manipulating the agent for Windows."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is very fair. We have seen very minimal to no price increases over the years. We are not banging down the door of support all the time either. I would imagine if we were a company that submitted a dozen support tickets a week for the last nine years, then it might be a little different because we would be eating up everybody's time. However, for what we get out of it, the pricing is extremely fair. Back when we were originally looking and brought in JAMS, we were looking at a couple of the other competitive products that were in this space, but the pricing from JAMS was far and away better than what the other competitors could offer for the same functionality."

"JAMS is priced competitively compared to similar solutions and offers flexible licensing options to cater to user needs."

"Take advantage of its scalability. You can start small. The initial cost is very reasonable. Once you have started picking up the tool and adopting it, then you can scale up from there and buy more agents."

"For what it does, the product is priced very well."

"It's certainly a lot cheaper than Tivoli and Control-M. In comparison to them, you get a lot more bang for your buck. You get pretty much the whole functionality and more, in some cases, when compared to Control-M, but at a fraction of the price."

"Our licensing is pretty cheap because we have a state solution. So, we pay only $1,000 a year."

"There are no additional costs other than the license for Fortra's JAMS which is affordable."

"It's expensive, to be honest, but it does the job."

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"We are satisfied with the pricing."

"The price for annual licenses is a bit expensive so pricing is rated a two out of ten."

"Licensing options are fairly straightforward."

"The cost model is based on the number of orchestrated systems used."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

16%

Construction Company

12%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

12%

University

10%

Healthcare Company

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Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	14
Midsize Enterprise	14
Large Enterprise	20

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	3
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	8

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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for JAMS?

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is that the pricing was acceptable. I have gone with JAMS licen...

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What needs improvement with JAMS?

I am fine with what JAMS offers and have nothing to suggest for improvement. JAMS' code-driven automation is not wide...

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What is your primary use case for JAMS?

My main use case for JAMS is scheduling, which is the primary usage. I am mainly using JAMS for scheduling various jo...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for AppWorx Workload Automation?

Compared to other tools, it is now expensive. Licensing now depends on execution counts as opposed to agent counts, l...

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What needs improvement with AppWorx Workload Automation?

Currently, I have switched to negotiating through third-party vendors for licensing, which has made it more expensive...

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What is your primary use case for AppWorx Workload Automation?

In general, I use Atomic Applications Manager to manage our unique servers in our cloud infrastructure, specifically ...

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Overview

JAMS is an automation and job scheduling solution designed for workflow optimization, catering to businesses large and small with flexible licensing and integration options.

Offering both Core and Advanced packages, JAMS supports a range of environments from small teams to large-scale operations. Its standout features include integration with platforms like PowerShell, SQL, and SAP, coupled with capabilities such as dependency management and natural language scheduling. JAMS simplifies job management, centralizes workflows, and boosts productivity with its robust automation features. Customizable workflows and insightful logging make it adaptable for diverse needs, supported by responsive customer service ensuring seamless operations.

What are JAMS's key features?

Automation & Scheduling: Flexible automation helps manage complex job schedules efficiently.
Integration: Connects seamlessly with platforms like SQL Server, SAP, and Python for diverse applications.
Centralized Job Management: A unified interface for handling thousands of jobs daily.
Dependency Management: Supports complex workflows with efficient dependency tracking.
Insightful Logging: Provides detailed logs and notifications for precise task execution.

What benefits should users look for in JAMS reviews?

Enhanced Productivity: Automates repetitive tasks, freeing up resources for strategic initiatives.
Scalability: Flexible licensing models grow with business size and needs.
Efficient Workflow Automation: Streamlines job orchestration across environments.
Responsive Support: Helps ensure smooth operations with quick troubleshooting.

In industries, JAMS is employed for automating workflows and managing batch jobs. Organizations utilize it for SSIS, SQL Server tasks, file transfers, and integrating with vendor systems, achieving efficient file automation and data management. Scheduler enables precise execution of thousands of tasks daily, enhancing operational efficiency.

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AppWorx Workload Automation streamlines process automation across Windows, AWS, and Azure platforms. It offers dynamic task handling and efficient scheduling, accommodating various applications and teams with high availability.

AppWorx Workload Automation is an object-based workload automation tool that optimizes job scheduling for complex processes. Users benefit from its robust functionality and seamless process automation, even in cloud environments. Despite its outdated interface, lack of mainframe support, and complex internal security model, it effectively supports electronic automations in retail and higher education. Integration challenges with Active Directory and third-party license negotiations may affect its usability. Users seek improvements in scalability, API features, and artificial intelligence enhancements. Timeout issues and a complex setup process are other concerns.

What are the key features of AppWorx Workload Automation?

Simplicity: Streamlined scheduling and process automation.
Powerful Functionality: Supports complex tasks across multiple platforms.
Efficient Management: Handles various applications effectively.
Error Handling: Reliable features to manage errors seamlessly.
AI Optimization: Utilizes AI for enhanced process efficiency.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

High Availability: Ensures continuous operation with redundancy.
Dynamic Automation: Adapts to task changes without manual input.
Platform Independence: Compatible across Windows, AWS, and Azure.
Efficient Scheduling: Manages tasks across diverse environments.
User-Friendly Experience: Offers intuitive use despite an outdated appearance.

In retail and higher education, AppWorx Workload Automation excels in scheduling applications, batch processing, and automating roles like password and fund management. It plays a crucial role in monitoring revenue-based jobs and managing unique servers within cloud infrastructures.

Broadcom

CA Workload Automation iDash (iDash) ensures that you consistently deliver on service level guarantees by applying advanced workload analytics to create finely tuned workload automation environments. iDash performs real-time forecasts based on the current status of the system, generate alerts when thresholds are at risk of being missed, and even executes automated recovery actions for CA Workload Automation AE and CA Workload Automation CA 7 Edition environments.

Broadcom

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Teradata, Arconic, General Dynamics, Yum!, CVS Health, Comcast, Ghiradelli, & Boston’s Children’s Hospital

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