BMC Helix ITSM vs IBM Maximo Application Suite comparison

The compared BMC Helix and IBM solutions aren't in the same category. BMC Helix is ranked #9 in ISM , with an average rating of 7.7, and holds a 5.2% mindshare in the category. IBM is ranked #1 in EAM , with an average rating of 8.4, and holds a 12.1% mindshare. Additionally, 87% of BMC Helix users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 86% of IBM users who would recommend it.

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Mindshare comparison

IT Service Management (ITSM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
BMC Helix ITSM	5.2%
ServiceNow	13.8%
JIRA Service Management	6.9%
Other	74.1%

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Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
IBM Maximo Application Suite	12.1%
Infor CloudSuite	6.8%
IFS Cloud Platform	6.6%
Other	74.5%

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Venkat Sivaprakash

Management Consultant at Accenture

Has significantly improved document-driven workflows and reduced processing time across finance and HR functions

Automation Anywhere has evolved significantly and upgraded itself to provide agentic AI and AI-based automation solutions for document automation. The product has matured considerably over time. We can create workflows that can call an API. We can include prompts in particular workflows for ChatGPT-related functions, connecting to an LLM and RAG to perform tasks. For document automation, modern features are available to train documents, ensuring high accuracy and repeatability over time. The system is very easy to use. I recently completed a course in document automation, typically designed for people involved in coding and technical aspects. Though I understand coding comprehensively, I don't do actual coding. The course was very accessible. Currently, extensive coding isn't necessary due to the hybrid model incorporating GenAI aspects, low-code, no-code capabilities, APIs, and numerous pre-built objects in Automation Anywhere. The features include GenAI-driven prompting methods and workflow creation capabilities. In these workflows, we can create decision boxes and call APIs without coding. We simply pull objects, drop them, connect them, and add minimal coding when needed. The most crucial aspect isn't coding but rather sizing the automation and fleshing out the details. Automation Co-pilot takes notes and performs automated analysis. It can extract details from videos, summarize conversations, and provide detailed information. During calls, it identifies instructions and performs tasks such as preparing reports and reconciliation. Automation Anywhere can also connect with Microsoft Co-pilot. Through Co-pilot, real-time operations can be executed, allowing direct interaction between vendors and automation through this component.

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KuldeepNayak

Senior Application Developer BMC at Balfour Beatty

Self-service portal significantly reduces resolution time and transforms service process with advanced features

We initially had a lot of tickets generated via the service desk through calls and emails. Now, we have almost moved out of email creations by introducing the DWP features on the Studio pages, with about 90% of the tickets coming in via our self-service portal. Recent upgrades offer different types of views for particular business lines, which was missing earlier. The new landing pages have allowed us to add banners, images, and internal videos, encouraging most customers to use these DWP self-service features. Resolution time has decreased significantly since implementing the self-service portal. Additionally, the availability of knowledge articles, chatbots, and the new Helix GPT feature has improved service processes.

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Antony Mishra

Java Software Engineer at GPA

Asset management has become streamlined and decision-making is now driven by lifecycle data

The best features IBM Maximo offers are that it is very simple to deploy on OpenShift using Ansible playbooks. It also has excellent support for integration, is simple to configure, and the asset register is very straightforward. Work management and managing inventory are seamless. In terms of integration support, I have used preventive maintenance, work generation, accurate work execution planning, tracking actuals, and I can easily integrate with other tools and systems. IBM Maximo Suite gives me a single place where service cycles are standardized and tied to compliance. IBM Maximo has positively impacted my organization as it has been a very useful tool. It reduced human error by moving away from pen and paper-based scheduling. It saved cost by minimizing unexpected downtime of assets, with approximately 50% of time being saved. We have also reduced overwork among staff by removing redundant information and smoothing task flows. It helps us scale our team without micromanaging small issues.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"The ability to automate low decision, highly repetitive tasks and clear large backlogs of tasks that we could not do with our human staff."

"This tool provides us with easy accessibility for adopting the new process, as it is more user-friendly, and many new resources are able to grasp the tool and start doing the automation with ease, which is basically missing in the other vendors' tools."

"it helps to save time when doing processes. E.g., when you do a manual process for eight hours, that time is saved because the bot will do that task for you. The process owners will be able to do the analysis part. The repetitive/manual part will be done by the robot."

"We are getting approximately two hundred percent return on investment from Automation Anywhere throughout our automation journey, including RPA and our current Agentic Process Automation implementation, which is definitely a very good ROI we are receiving from Automation Anywhere."

"What I appreciate most about Automation Anywhere is that it really saves time and reduces a lot of errors, which would have happened if we had to use manual work; so it has that aspect of time saving and reducing errors that are usually made when doing that work manually."

"We are making less mistakes and have more metrics available to understand what our problems are. Now, we can do root cause analysis and have less noise in the system during the process."

"Working with the Automation Anywhere application is very easy in our environment."

"Automation Anywhere has significantly improved our organization's efficiency. Across various processes, we have achieved a 90% time savings for each use case, making our workflow much more streamlined and productive."

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"The scalability that BMC offers is really great and it provides tons of integration options, and we haven't faced any issues with integration."

"We reduced many paper processes to electronic driven forms. It helps us a lot in tracking and managing."

"It's one of the top solutions on the market for ITSM capabilities."

"I like the digital workplace, it's an appealing feature for me."

"Taking into account that the main concern is to choose the best delivery for a service, we are very happy with this product, and the feeling is that it pays for it self."

"BMC Remedy ITSM application solution is one of the best solutions in the market."

"Reports have helped us to improve our IT processes, and the main benefit is providing the right information to our decision-makers."

"The most valuable features of BMC Helix ITSM are the collaboration, integrated with the help of another solution called Entity. We can do all the integration and receive an automatic ticket with the help of email. We are able to receive SMS alerts to clients and end users. Every step of the ticket is generated and we are able to resolve and close them. It's very helpful to have the ability to inform the user with detailed information."

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"The most valuable feature is the ability to correct maintenance."

"Flexibility is one of the key components, along with ease of use."

"We are very thankful to have IBM integrated with our own Legacy cloud-based system."

"The large range of configurability of the product is great, since everyone has a different way of doing things."

"The ability to configure and integrate it with other solutions for ERP."

"It is configurable, where you can add extra fields to screens and to the database."

"IBM Maximo is the most stable solution that I have ever seen."

"The most valuable features are the ability to create work orders and preventative maintenance."

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Cons

"To achieve a perfect ten, I would want to see new features working as expected and further advancements in automation."

"Automation Anywhere courses are a little bit complex to understand. You need a little bit more time, and accessibility is also a little bit of an issue."

"Going on-cloud comes with security hiccups and concerns."

"Custom models with advanced features can be included in the IQ Bot models for unstructured and semi-structured data."

"The biggest challenge in attended automation, every time the agent has to log in to the control room and execute bot for most of the agents this is a time-consuming activity plus they are not tech-savvy."

"The Excel part needs improvement because we use it as a database. Right now, we are using UiPath for this feature, as that RPA tool allows us to sort, search, and filter in Excel databases."

"In Mexico, where our company is based, we face issues regarding obtaining new licenses, as this has to be done through a third-party company."

"I would like more with OCR and data capture. We are partnering with IBM to help bridge this gap, but Automation Anywhere should continue to expand on their product line and provide these capabilities, as well."

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"While Remedy is an excellent ticketing system, the knowledge base module needs to be optimized for MITS companies to organize documentation for multiple client organizations."

"If you want to have to migrate from on-premises to Helix or from Helix to a ServiceNow, or from cloud to on-premises, it's easy but it requires additional tools."

"Compared to ServiceNow, BMC Remedy is somewhat "closed." I can go to the ServiceNow website and learn everything there is to know about the product, and training is available. That really wasn't available with BMC Remedy."

"Its performance can be improved. Sometimes, there is a performance issue, and it is a little slow and difficult on the usage side. It would be beneficial for us if there is a lighter version of this solution. There is also a limitation on the number of columns and memory for extracting a report, and this functionality can be improved. We would like to have better integration and UI in this solution. The user interface should be easy to navigate. Its integration with other tools, such as SharePoint or Jira, can also be improved, which would be beneficial for us. In terms of new features, there should also be a mobile version. The desktop version is available, but the mobile version is not available, which is one of the challenges that our team has. For users who work on Remedy and who raise the ticket, it would also be very beneficial to have some chatbot features."

"In the next release, I would like to see AI used for classification or categorization."

"Needs to make customizable/configurable article templates in the Knowledge Management."

"I would like to see the BMC add advanced DWP features and customization to the standard package. Furthermore, BMC does not have any leverage for non-IT services, so it would be nice if BMC could integrate something like HR Change Management into ITSM itself."

"It would also be beneficial if there was a text-based editor for the workflow rules instead of using the developer studio, which adds a lot of time when developing quick solutions to problems."

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"The solution is expensive and is quite difficult within this space."

"The solution is not stable. We can have one day when it is stable and another day it is not. Sometimes it crashes or becomes very slow, and there are times we are not even able to download all the databases. Without the database, we cannot work on that application. These are the small glitches, and stability issues we are facing."

"Maximo is a big system, so the initial setup is complex."

"It's quite reliable, but new versions often are not too stable. They bring in enhancements but they break other stuff."

"Revision management of file attachments."

"Vendor management needs enhancement."

"Licensing costs for IBM Maximo are now more expensive relative to some of the cloud-based platforms that offer cheaper solutions and are more flexible in terms of fees."

"IBM Maximo is similar to an ARP. Because it's so massive, you can easily get lost using the application."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Complaints are generally about the cost of IQ Bot, which is higher than its competitors. The base model’s pricing is comparable to other platforms with attended, unattended, and IDP capabilities as well."

"When I started working on it, it was difficult to obtain a trial version (barrier to entry). Now, they have a Community Edition, which may make it easy to get started."

"It's very good in terms of cost and pricing."

"We paid separately for the Runner and Creater components. The final cost depends on the structure of your environment."

"Considering the cost, it is a bit high, but worth the price because the output accuracy is high."

"The Community Edition is a good offering from the company."

"I think the pricing is reasonable, but clients often perceive it as expensive."

"It is reasonable and affordable. If you consider the tasks that we can get done using this, the pricing is reasonable and affordable."

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"It is too expensive for a small business."

"Just make sure you really sit down and look at what you will be using per user, therefore you will not be surprised with a big bill. You do not want every user having every license, it really is not needed."

"If you are looking for some kind of professional services form the OEM then you would have to purchase that."

"The solution's pricing should come down."

"If Customer and IT agents are happy, that is one of the greatest ROI. However, one of the major factors is Leadership, because at the end they have to justify the cost."

"There are licenses to use this solution."

"The cost is relatively high, especially for the BMC Controller application. However, the expense is justified by the standard and reliable features it offers. This product's reputation in the market is strong, providing assurance in terms of data and other considerations."

"Please always get the latest quote from a BMC partner or from BMC. Check for the latest offerings."

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"The price of IBM Maximo could reduce, it is expensive."

"You pay for what you get. There are lots of options depending on how you would like to implement Maximo."

"IBM has changed the licensing policy. As I understand now, they are going from a complex way of licensing to a more simple way of licensing."

"Explore the possibility of using DB2. You will avoid the cost of SQL Server or Oracle licenses."

"The concurrent user license is much more effective in management and cost-wise, as it is more suitable for maintenance management."

"$USD700 per agent user."

"On a scale from one to ten, where one is low and ten is high, I rate the pricing a nine. The price is very high."

"I do not know about the price of the solution. However, this has been an expensive project overall."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

15%

Construction Company

12%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Outsourcing Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

Construction Company

Outsourcing Company

Manufacturing Company

10%

Outsourcing Company

Government

Construction Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	157
Midsize Enterprise	81
Large Enterprise	558

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	19
Midsize Enterprise	14
Large Enterprise	55

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	18
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	22

Questions from the Community

How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

It depends on your use case. Is it simply to automate a couple of processes? Is it to augment a human team? AA is ver...

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How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

From my experience using AA tool, it depends on the applications that you want to automate, because there some applic...

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How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

It is a highly preferred RPA tool. You can check my Automation Anywhere Review to know more.

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What needs improvement with BMC Helix ITSM?

Although BMC Helix ITSM is a strong enterprise platform, there are areas where it could be improved. One key area is ...

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What is your primary use case for BMC Helix ITSM?

My main use case for BMC Helix ITSM is validating and automating core ITSM workflows, such as incident, change, and s...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for BMC Helix ITSM?

My thoughts on the pricing and licensing cost of BMC Helix ITSM are that it is flexible.

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What needs improvement with IBM Maximo?

The only thing that I need from IBM Maximo is more simplicity. The application has been designed in a way that it is ...

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What is your primary use case for IBM Maximo?

There are different use cases for IBM Maximo that I work with mostly. We use it for complete asset management. Anythi...

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What advice do you have for others considering IBM Maximo?

AWS is more recommended for IBM Maximo. You can go into Microsoft as well, but AWS is preferred. IBM also has their o...

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Also Known As

Automation Anywhere, Testing Anywhere, Automation Anywhere Enterprise, Agentic Process Automation System (Now Certified for WorkSpaces)

Remedy ITSM, Remedy, Helix Remedy, BMC Helix IT Service Management

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Overview

Automation Anywhere offers ease of use, robust system connectivity, and GenAI-driven document automation through a cloud-native platform, significantly enhancing productivity across multiple industries with advanced AI features.

Delivering a comprehensive suite of tools designed for easy integration and rapid deployment, Automation Anywhere drives efficiency by reducing costs and automating repetitive tasks. Its cloud-native platform supports broad industry adoption, including advanced AI features like process automation and Co-Pilot, streamlining complex workflows with minimal technical skills required. Users benefit from robust integration capabilities, which facilitate seamless interaction with multiple systems. However, there is room for improvement in areas such as user-friendliness for beginners, stability, flexible licensing, and enhanced OCR functionality. Organizations in sectors such as banking, finance, manufacturing, and healthcare gain from the improved operational efficiency and ROI Automation Anywhere offers.

What are the important features of Automation Anywhere?

Ease of Use: Simplifies automation tasks with a user-centric interface.
Robust Connectivity: Provides seamless integration with multiple systems.
GenAI-Driven Document Automation: Leverages AI to automate document management.
Process Automation & Co-Pilot: Enhances workflow automation with advanced AI.
Cloud-Native Platform: Enables rapid deployment and integration.

What benefits should be evaluated in reviews?

Time Savings: Automation drastically reduces manual processing time.
Cost Efficiency: Decreases overall operational costs by automating tasks.
Productivity Enhancement: Streamlines workflows with AI-driven tools.
Improved Integration: Enhances ability to work with multiple systems.
Scalability: Supports growth with a flexible cloud-native architecture.

In the insurance industry, Automation Anywhere is utilized for automating processes such as enrollment management and compliance checks. Its applications extend to supply chain management, financial transactions, and business performance monitoring across sectors like banking, finance, manufacturing, and healthcare, helping organizations to automate routine tasks, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.

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BMC Helix ITSM offers advanced IT service management, integrating incident, change, and problem management for streamlined operations. Its ITIL Out Of The Box functionality and strong automation tools enhance service delivery, making it a vital tool for comprehensive IT process oversight.

Designed for diverse business environments, BMC Helix ITSM delivers exceptional customization and integration capabilities. Its automation and self-service features enable efficient incident management and service request handling, all while providing robust reporting tools. The platform scales effectively across businesses, supported by intuitive interfaces, built-in workflows, and APIs for seamless change management. This allows organizations to streamline processes and maintain compliance with ease. However, users have identified improvement areas such as user friendliness, cloud management, and the need for a mobile version. Transitioning between versions should be more fluid, and better customer support responsiveness is needed.

What are the most important features?

Call Logging: Efficiently document and manage support requests.
Escalation Features: Automatically prioritize and handle urgent issues.
Customization: Tailor processes to suit specific requirements.
Integration Capabilities: Connect with other tools to enhance data analysis.
Automation: Streamline workflows to improve service efficiency.
Self-Service: Enable users to resolve issues independently.
Service Request Management: Simplify intake and resolution of service requests.
Reporting Tools: Gain insights and improve IT service operations.

What benefits and ROI should users look for?

Operational Efficiency: Enhance productivity through streamlined workflows.
Scalability: Adapt to growing business demands seamlessly.
Compliance: Maintain regulatory standards effortlessly.
Performance: Achieve rapid issue resolution and improved service levels.
Flexibility: Accommodate diverse IT environments with customizable features.

BMC Helix ITSM is widely used across industries for IT service management and enterprise ticketing systems. Organizations leverage its capabilities to manage internal and external service desks, aligning with ITIL best practices. The platform aids in managing infrastructure, ensuring service assurance, and maintaining network provisioning. Through integration with other tools, companies bolster data analysis and automate workflows, enhancing overall operational efficiency.

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IBM Maximo offers advanced asset management with preventive maintenance, asset tracking, and integration capabilities. Its flexibility boosts efficiency and reduces downtime.

Known for its robust asset lifecycle management, IBM Maximo integrates with financial platforms and IoT data sources. It supports maintenance management, process digitization, and inventory purchasing, proving ideal for industries like manufacturing and energy. Users find its predictive maintenance and central asset management key to cost reduction and efficiency.

What are the most important features of IBM Maximo?

Preventive Maintenance: Optimize asset uptime through scheduled tasks and checks.
Asset Tracking: Monitor and manage assets across locations and systems.
Integration Capabilities: Seamlessly connect with financial platforms and IoT sources.
Predictive Maintenance: Anticipate potential failures to minimize downtime.
Comprehensive Reporting: Gain insights through detailed analytics and reports.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Reduced Downtime: Efficient maintenance and asset tracking reduce productivity losses.
Enhanced Operational Efficiency: Configurability and integration streamline processes.
Cost Savings: Preventive strategies and predictive analytics cut operational expenses.
Agnostic Integration: Easily adapts to existing systems for smooth operations.
Ease of Use: Intuitive interface supports quick adoption and implementation.

IBM Maximo is widely adopted in manufacturing, telecommunications, and energy sectors, excelling in asset lifecycle management and maintenance processes. Industries enhance efficiency with its centralized management, predictive maintenance, and improved information sharing, aligning operations with comprehensive asset strategies.

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Sample Customers

Google, Linkedin, Cisco, Juniper Networks, DellEMC, Comcast, Mastercard, Quest Diagnostics

Brookfield, HealthSouth Corporation, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, Mercator, SAP, Stanford University

Royal Boskalis Westminster N.V., DTE Energy, Swedish Match, Projetech, Fingrid, East Coast

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