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We performed a comparison between Automation Anywhere (AA) and Blue Prism based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Automation Anywhere (AA) vs. Blue Prism Report (Updated: May 2023).
706,775 professionals have used our research since 2012.
Q&A Highlights
Question: RPA Governance and Business Continuity requirements for a large multi-national corporate financial services provider
Answer: @reviewer1356150 @Nilesh Pawar @reviewer1390509 @Alex Yuan @Hayaa Kayasseh you've all recently written reviews for one of these products. Do you have any insight to share with @reviewer1373997 about governance and business continuity requirements for these products?
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Pros
"Implementation of Automation Anywhere (AA) allows us to automate business processes and has brought productivity gains, error reduction, and speed of execution in multiple HR and Finance operations.""The most valuable feature is the SAP application and the DLLs that Automation Anywhere provides. These DLLs help automate the SAP application.""RPA platform with a good accuracy rate, variable management, and OCR feature. It has a straightforward setup.""The most valuable feature is the power of AI Technologies involved in Automation Anywhere's IQBot - such as Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Fuzzy Logic, and Machine Learning.""Automation Anywhere is stable, scalable, and easy to use.""This RPA software has good scalability and stability, is easy to understand and easy to use, even for users who have no experience with automation software.""The code, once developed, is pretty stable.""There are quite a few very strong features available to users."

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"I like the solution’s simplicity in process and objects. The solution has very clear guidelines and demarcation on processes and objects which is not present in other tools. The tool’s architecture is also very simple and clear. The product’s licensing model is also very simple. Other tools do not have such a simple licensing model.""We find the stability and the ease of reusing code design valuable.""The technical support is very good.""The automation on offer is great.""The performance is very good and it is a valuable feature.""It is a very stable tool that allows very complex automations.""Blue Prism currently supports SQL Servers and structured data.""Although the solution may look complicated it actually has a lot of features and user space to work out of."

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Cons
"The error handling command on this solution still needs improvement, especially when compared to other platforms that are doing very well.""The data migration could be better.""Automation Anywhere can improve by implementing a Citrix environment and increasing the stability of tools, such as IQ bot.""The analytical dashboard in the Control Room could use some improvement.""Scaling from small to medium automation works well, but if building out very big applications, sometimes the code can be too lengthy and uncontrollable.""The solution should have a more robust forum to help users navigate the solution, learn about it, and get help when they need it.""Setup and deployment of this product could be difficult for those without experience. These processes should be made easier.""The product's technical support could use improvement."

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"My clients report that there is a little bit of a challenge regarding the cost-benefit ratio.""They should incorporate more functionalities in the analytics tool.""From a monitoring perspective, the way the screens are set up, or the reporting within Blue Prism, is not really user-friendly. You need a technical person to basically put that up. It's not necessarily easily viewable.""In Nigeria, I don't know what their marketing is like. However, they're losing market shares to other solutions. Most customers know UiPath more than Blue Prism.""The solution could be more user-friendly. I would like the see the inclusion of a recording feature as in Microsoft, SAP, and other legacy systems. Users can play the recording and use it for future use cases. The recording can help with the automation and configuration. I would rate the tool’s interface a seven out of ten. It needs to improve.""The deployment of the bots should be much faster and more intuitive.""The control room is still the desktop version, which restricts access. You can't really access it from anywhere.""The solution can be improved by switching off data DB and including a report section."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The price of Automation Anywhere is a little higher than some of the competition, such as UiPath. However, depending on the use case and other factors we are able to receive some discounts."
  • "There is an annual subscription for Automation Anywhere."
  • "We're paying a monthly subscription fee for the bot and for services. There are no additional costs beyond the standard licensing fee."
  • "Subscription for Automation Anywhere (AA) is paid yearly."
  • "There is an annual license to use the solution."
  • "We're on a license package with Automation Anywhere (AA), paid yearly. What would be better is for them to have different packages for different types of organization."
  • "Its price is competitive with all other products in the market."
  • "Licensing for Automation Anywhere (AA) is paid on a yearly basis. Out of all the RPA tools, it has the most value for money, e.g. what you pay is what you get."
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  • "My clients tend to feel that the overall implementation cost is a little high."
  • "Blue Prism has a higher cost with respect to RPA enablement, particularly if you are trying to start with RPA."
  • "Blue Prism is a bit higher priced compared to other payment-related or investment-related solutions. At the same time, it also provides more security than those solutions, specifically for the banking and insurance sectors."
  • "The solution is expensive."
  • "Due to our financial structure, we need fixed costs. So, a license based on the usage would not be feasible. If we have a license model that is based on tasks per year or something else, it could create a very dynamic range of costs. Due to our public financial input, we have to know what it will cost. So, we have licenses per server. This helps us in planning, and we know exactly when we need additional servers. We can then request additional money for them."
  • "The license for Blue Prism is very straightforward, we only need one license."
  • "Our customers pay for an annual license."
  • "I chose Blue Prism because it is priced well. The pricing was right for me at that moment even though Automation Anywhere is better in other aspects."
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    Answers from the Community
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    Mohammed Tafazal - PeerSpot reviewerMohammed Tafazal
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    For any RPA tool it required have a generic /universal governance model where 


    1. sponsor or Head of RPA implementation


    2. Business analysts


    3.Architects(solution/technical)


    4.Developers ( Full stack - Build, Test and SIT)


    5.Scrum master or Sprints head or Project manager


    6. QA ( Test automation) - optional


    Above generic governance model/structure roles for handling any kind of RPA process.



    One proven way to implement centralized automation management is via a CoE. The best practices of Robotic Process Automation states that the use of bots doesn’t increase negative risks for the organization in the development of reusable solutions. The responsibilities of a Centre of Excellence will depend on the exact governance model used. The most common activities include the following:



    1. Drive RPA in the business, training teams, and increasing awareness of RPA in those.

    2. Calculate the criticality and quality of the developed solutions, ensuring the application of best practices.

    3. Monitor the operation of bots and guarantee that execution SLAs (service-level agreement) are met.

    4. Follow and report the main development stages.

    5. Guarantee the execution of established governance processes.

    6. Guarantee the continual improvement of processes and tools.



    Business Continuity Requirements:


    To have backup or disaster recovery machines for the critical RPA processes with load balancing using central orchestration in different clusters.


    For any of the RPA there is orchestration tool which handles all the initiation and processing from one location have it maintained well from risks and disasters with load balancing.


    This will helps in business continuity.



    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:It depends on your use case. Is it simply to automate a couple of processes? Is it to augment a human team? AA is very good in certain situations but lacks in others. For me, it's more the team that… more »
    Top Answer:From my experience using AA tool, it depends on the applications that you want to automate, because there some applications that AA has limitations for, such as the Oracle. For web-based applications… more »
    Top Answer:It is a highly preferred RPA tool. You can check my Automation Anywhere Review to know more.
    Top Answer:Hello Netanya, it depends on your needs and your expertise.  In my humble opinion you can start a big RPA project implementation with Blue Prism which is stable and mature software, in order to… more »
    Top Answer:I'm very familiar with UiPath and the RPA industry: was hired by Daniel Dines in 2015 when there were 35 employees and left in 2019 when there were 3K+. I'm a big believer in the product, leadership… more »
    Top Answer:I find Blue Prism's debugging functionality to be quite useful.
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    Also Known As
    Automation Anywhere, Testing Anywhere, Automation Anywhere Enterprise
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    Overview

    Automation Anywhere is a global leader in Robotic Process Automation (RPA), empowering customers to automate end-to-end business processes with intelligent software bots – AI-powered digital workers that perform repetitive and manual tasks, resulting in dramatic productivity gains, optimized customer experience and more engaged employees. The company offers the world’s only cloud-native and web-based automation platform combining RPA, artificial intelligence, machine learning and analytics, yielding significantly lower TCO, higher security, and faster scalability than legacy monolithic platforms. Its Bot Store is the world's first and largest marketplace with more than 1,200 pre-built, intelligent automation solutions. Automation Anywhere has deployed over 2.8 million bots to support some of the world’s largest enterprises across all industries in more than 90 countries. 

    For additional information, visit www.automationanywhere.com.

    Blue Prism is an intelligent, business-developed, no-code automation platform for SaaS deployments as well as for on-premises, public cloud, multi-cloud, and hybrid environments. Unlike other automation technology, Blue Prism combines robotic process automation with expanded artificial intelligence and cognitive capabilities. Blue Prism gives users instant access to the tools you need for building and delegating automations, as well as a digital workforce that is already AI-equipped.

    With Blue Prism’s code-free RPA, deployed through use of their Robotic Operating Model, your business can scale efficiently, improve customer satisfaction, reduce costs, and augment its talent to take on new responsibilities. Blue Prism helps to accelerate operational agility and efficiency by making it easy to automate the most important processes. Allocating everyday tasks to your Digital Workforce gives you immediate increased capacity and allows your teams to focus on their strategic goals. In addition, it delivers a return on investment, increases efficiency gains, and can even introduce new revenue streams.

    “Workforce of the Future”

    Blue Prism’s all-in-one intelligent automation platform consists of:

    • Design Studio with drag-and-drop process automation building, reusable “objects” across your business, and updates to objects and processes saved throughout the process library.
    • Control Room where you can assign processes to digital workers, scale digital worker and task volume ondemand, and gain real-time transparency of process proficiencies.
    • Digital Workforce of autonomous software robots that can learn and mimic business processes like humans and are equipped with six intelligent automation skills:
      1. Knowledge and Insight - The ability to harvest, understand, and deliver insights from multiple disparate data sources.
      2. Visual Perception - The ability to read, understand, and contextualize visual information.
      3. Learning - The ability to derive contextual meaning and adapt to evolving process patterns.
      4. Planning and Sequencing - The ability to optimize workloads and identify opportunities for better outcomes.
      5. Problem-solving - The ability to autonomously solve system, logic, and business problems.
      6. Collaboration - The ability to seamlessly work with both people and systems.

    Reviews from Real Users

    Blue Prism stands out for its enterprise-level functionality, which is why many companies choose it over its competitors. PeerSpot users note that the solution is easy to use, stable, and robust scalability-wise. The security is also top-notch. One user pointed out that "One of the most powerful features in Blue Prism is exception handling. It's one of the features that really differentiates it from other platforms." Blue Prism helps businesses with everything from compliance to quality control and error-avoidance.

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    Sample Customers
    Google, Linkedin, Cisco, Juniper Networks, DellEMC, Comcast, Mastercard, Quest Diagnostics
    Coca-Cola, Walgreens, American Express, Royal Bank of Canada, Pfizer, Shop Direct, O2, Siemens, Ascension Healthcare, Jaguar Land Rover
    Top Industries
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    Computer Software Company32%
    Financial Services Firm23%
    Manufacturing Company11%
    Pharma/Biotech Company7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company16%
    Financial Services Firm12%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Energy/Utilities Company7%
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    Financial Services Firm19%
    Computer Software Company17%
    Energy/Utilities Company10%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm18%
    Computer Software Company16%
    Comms Service Provider7%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Company Size
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    Small Business13%
    Midsize Enterprise9%
    Large Enterprise78%
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    Small Business18%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise69%
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    Small Business17%
    Midsize Enterprise7%
    Large Enterprise76%
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    Small Business17%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise70%
    Buyer's Guide
    Automation Anywhere (AA) vs. Blue Prism
    May 2023
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    Automation Anywhere (AA) is ranked 3rd in Robotic Process Automation (RPA) with 25 reviews while Blue Prism is ranked 4th in Robotic Process Automation (RPA) with 35 reviews. Automation Anywhere (AA) is rated 7.8, while Blue Prism is rated 8.0. The top reviewer of Automation Anywhere (AA) writes "Being able to get up and running quickly is the big thing, but migration is probably our biggest challenge". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Blue Prism writes "Easy to use, low -code platform that is highly scalable". Automation Anywhere (AA) is most compared with Microsoft Power Automate, UiPath, IBM Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Tricentis Tosca and AutomationEdge, whereas Blue Prism is most compared with Microsoft Power Automate, UiPath, Pega Robotic Process Automation, IBM Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and Blue Prism Cloud. See our Automation Anywhere (AA) vs. Blue Prism report.

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