CA Asset Portfolio Management vs IFS Cloud Platform comparison

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Broadcom and IFS are both solutions in the IT Asset Management category. Broadcom is ranked #15, while IFS is ranked #12 with an average rating of 7.0. Additionally, 100% of Broadcom users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 87% of IFS users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 18, 2024

IFS Cloud Platform and CA Asset Portfolio Management are prominent competitors in enterprise software focused on asset management. IFS Cloud Platform appears to have the upper hand due to its broad functionalities and scalability, though CA Asset Portfolio Management remains formidable in specialized asset tracking.

Features: IFS Cloud Platform excels in enterprise resource planning, supply chain management, and maintenance solutions, with exceptional adaptability across industries. CA Asset Portfolio Management shines in detailed asset tracking and lifecycle management, offering deep insights into asset utilization and cost-effectiveness.

Room for Improvement: IFS Cloud Platform could benefit from enhanced simplicity in its user interface and quicker software updates to further ease-of-use. Expanding its industry-specific features could also elevate its offer. CA Asset Portfolio Management may improve by broadening its functionalities beyond asset tracking, enhancing its integration capabilities, and streamlining implementation to reduce complexity.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: IFS Cloud Platform provides a flexible deployment model tailored to business needs with robust support and training. CA Asset Portfolio Management offers a more traditional deployment aimed at structured processes, with personalized customer service noted for its direct approach and support.

Pricing and ROI: IFS Cloud Platform generally incurs higher setup costs, justified by extensive features and scalability, offering significant long-term ROI for large enterprises. CA Asset Portfolio Management provides a more cost-effective setup with ROI advantages primarily from its effective asset management in specialized sectors.

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Automation Anywhere

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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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Enterprise systems management team lead

Integrates well, highly stable, and scalable

CA Asset Portfolio Management can improve the uploading of batch information. I have to upload large amounts of information and it can take a long time to finish. There are some other solutions that are better, such as Micro Focus. We have approximately 10,000 PCs that we are busy processing and we have to upload information to them but when we use this solution it is complex. When we use Micro Focus it is better.

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Cloud Operations Engineer

Integrated planning has improved production scheduling and now reduces downtime and costs

The biggest friction point I have run into with IFS Cloud Platform is user adoption, which has been the biggest challenge, as different users in the organization need to get accustomed to the new processes after years of using spreadsheets and legacy systems, requiring training and a mindset shift, along with challenging data migration and process standardization. My advice to someone considering IFS Cloud Platform with a similar workflow is to spend sufficient time understanding and standardizing their business processes before implementing it, as the technology is very powerful, but the real value comes when processes, data, and teams are all aligned. I would rate my overall experience with IFS Cloud Platform as a 9 out of 10.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"ROI is good and impressive after using automation anywhere RPA platform."

"We have seen more efficient processing and less number of errors due to quality control."

"What really helps RPA to grow is the cognitive part of it. That's where the product is really good. Initially, it started out as RPA, but now there is a cognitive aspect to it. That's a key value to it."

"In finance, it has helped us deliver on productivity and provided us with FTE savings."

"The feature of this solution that I like the most is that it is coding free - it is a coding free tool. It does not need much coding at all. For all the activities you just drag and drop. That is the best advantage of this tool."

"The turnaround time of building bots is quick. We are deploying around four bots per month. The turnaround time to get a design, build, and deploy is very fast. This is very good for us. It has helped us out when scaling up in a better manner."

"It is easy to use and very scalable."

"Being able to implement automation is valuable. We take the business logic and provide a solution to the client. Defining the intelligence pipeline is the most interesting and challenging aspect for me."

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"With the CA Asset Management tool, we have the ability to very quickly find our software compliance, so now, as an ongoing process, we know exactly where we stand with software and the opportunities that we have in our environment."

"It enables us to make better business and financial decisions."

"You build the items one time and then you have your discovery that's coming in and the system will let you know whether or not you're out of compliance."

"My organization now understands what type of products they have: warranties, how long the warranties last, depreciation; we never really knew what our depreciation values were, so it was really nice to have that on hand as well, and it gives us a better view of our hardware, which is really beneficial."

"IT asset manager simplifies the management and administration of the life cycle of IT assets thus lowering the capital and operational expenditure."

"Cost, time, and risks that relate to auditing of compliance are greatly reduced with the use of IT asset manager."

"When we chose the CA product, it was the best product for all the tasks we had to do."

"You could also look for software that is no longer being used and you can re-deploy the software, so then you save from a purchasing standpoint because you don't have to buy the software again."

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"What I like about IFS Applications is that it's easier to use and implement than SAP. I also like that the IFS Applications team is more flexible than the SAP team."

"The most valuable feature is the distribution module."

"The solution overall is very versatile and flexible, especially compared to other products."

"Our client has benefited as follows: Reduced transaction time, better visibility, easier tracking, more control on business and automation, and better agility with the ability to move swiftly as times and market conditions change."

"Prior to using the IFS site, it was quite difficult for us to track, access, and extract the inventory available to us, and once we started using IFS, it introduced us to a way to track and monitor the inventory, which from a user perspective is extremely useful for us."

"All the modules are valuable in their own right, but everything has to go through the ERP. IFS has done an excellent job integrating the various modules to complete these processes. My expertise is in the finance module, but I have used the other verticals. It's an all-around good product."

"We could quickly understand what was going on and what the customer wanted to do."

"I like the connectivity and interfaces. In V10, it's easy to modify the interfaces and layouts, but it's becoming more complicated in the cloud. IFS is excellent at asset maintenance and incident management. They have specialized modules for IFS that cover incident and asset management and everything else connected to finance. The reporting in IFS is also easy to use."

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Cons

"When we try to process structured documents but with some little pen marks, improper partitions, or faded documents, IQ Bot fails to extract data properly out of them."

"There is a lot of scope for improvement in terms of stability. It is a concern, because right now we are close to 20 to 25 percent false negatives that are coming up."

"I think the pricing model should be more flexible."

"Automation Anywhere is troublesome for some people because of the way it is organized."

"With the automation copilot, if I have any internal tool or application and I want to pass on variables, I don't have it. Maybe the team can work on it to make it more efficient to make it work better across all automations."

"Enhancing the support tiers might be beneficial, and pricing has been a primary challenge, with a need for cheaper options and more tiered support."

"The price has room for improvement."

"The support and user community need improvement. For example, it would be nice to have a place for those who create bots to have a place to share information and success stories."

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"I'd like to see end-of-life information on software products."

"The UI, even though they upgraded the UI, it's still kind of dated, it's a little bit convoluted to use. It's not like something that you can sit down and automatically understand how to use it."

"Very complex to setup with Human Resource, help desk, procurement, and supply chain systems."

"It needs stronger rebooting components and the ability to develop our own software metrics."

"There were a lot of things that we had to prepare for that we weren't thinking about with this installation. I think from a CA standpoint, the software was good. But us preparing for that, we had a lot more work to do."

"Complex software to understand at the beginning."

"I would like to see more control over audit trail features, where you can turn on and off fields."

"CA Asset Portfolio Management can improve the uploading of batch information. I have to upload large amounts of information and it can take a long time to finish. There are some other solutions that are better, such as Micro Focus."

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"Pricing is comparatively or sufficiently higher than maybe all other IT solutions."

"We would like to see AI-driven CSI functions built into the tool that would allow us to quickly tie our improvement goals to metrics and activities, so Assyst will suggest the next steps to help us get closer to our goals."

"There should be some improvements in the predefined templates in IFS Applications."

"We have upgraded to the latest version right now. We have issues with the quality. We tried to enroll in their Evergreen program which was meant to help us adopt any service update or anything that the tool’s providers come up with."

"Sometimes from the sales perspective, clients don't always fully understand how large a task or a project they're getting involved in when they decide, "We're going to switch across to IFS." They could probably do a little bit more, maybe around preparing people for these projects."

"The solution needs to improve its documentation and user-friendliness."

"IFS uses Crystal Report mostly, which isn't too user-friendly. Developing reports isn't easy and requires a lot of dev time. Since SAP bought it, Crystal Report has become more complicated to use on IFS. You have a dashboard for reporting that is good, but it's incomplete. Most of our clients use Power BI or some additional tooling for BI."

"The initial setup or implementation was a little more complex than I expected."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"We have seen a return of investment because it takes less time to market in our current process. I would estimate a times savings between 20 to 30 percent."

"Cost is the biggest area in need of improvement for Automation Anywhere. Annually it's $250,000. That's what deterred us right away."

"Automation Anywhere might have a higher upfront cost than some competitors, but its extensive features and seamless integration with other tools can save organizations money in the long run."

"We have seen the tangible benefits of taking monotonous work off people's plates, creating capacity, and cost reductions."

"Automation Anywhere is expensive."

"In terms of pricing, it's not at all cheap, and that's a concern. The licensing cost is very high. While I don't know the exact prices of other tools, Microsoft offers the lowest pricing for its RPA platform compared to UiPath and Automation Anywhere."

"Regarding the price, licensing, and maintenance, Automation Anywhere provides its customers with its best and affordable value."

"The cost of Automation Anywhere is high in Turkey due to the weak economy."

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"Pricing is an area that could be improved. They could be more competitive."

"The product is reasonably priced."

"IFS Applications is expensive software, but it's on par with SAP and Oracle. It's for large enterprises and government entities and not for small and medium-sized enterprises. They have one licensing model, but if you want to have a module-specific license, they provide component-based licenses. Unlike SAP and Oracle, it doesn't have different levels of licensing. It's one level of licensing."

"Licensing is on an annual basis, with no additional costs."

"Ask for all-inclusive pricing, as they are pretty flexible if you ask for custom models."

"The additional cost that comes with the solution includes the overhead of the people who are trying to fix the tool issues. These people are trying to reproduce the issue and report it to the technical support and testing with them which is huge. It is the cost of quality in the end."

"There are varying license levels that you can purchase."

"Compared to SAP, the pricing for IFS Applications was very affordable. People using the solution would find that it's worth the money."

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Top Industries

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Outsourcing Company

14%

Comms Service Provider

12%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Outsourcing Company

22%

Construction Company

17%

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Manufacturing Company

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Outsourcing Company

12%

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Also Known As

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

CA IT Asset Manager, CA Asset Manager, ITAM, IT Asset Manager, CA SAM, CA Software Asset Manager, Asset Portfolio Management, Asset Portfolio Manager

IFS Applications, Assyst, IFS Cloud

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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.

Automation Anywhere

CA Asset Portfolio Management integrates with Service Desk, automates asset discovery, and offers centralized inventory, enhancing cost control and license compliance while reducing audit costs and risks for organizations managing assets across multiple locations.

CA Asset Portfolio Management is designed to simplify asset tracking, enhance decision-making for new purchases, and ensure precise lifecycle tracking. It provides significant value by reconciling inventory with licenses and producing compliance reports, making it ideal for organizations operating in decentralized environments. Users can consolidate information efficiently by integrating it with their CMDBs. While it performs strongly, there is room for improvement in integration with HR and other systems, initial comprehension, financial reporting, and cloud cost management. Enhanced mobile management and batch information uploading are also desired, along with a unified inventory and compliance system.

What are the key features?

Service Desk Integration: Aligns asset management with IT service management for streamlined operations.
Automated Asset Discovery: Automatically identifies and tracks hardware and software assets.
Centralized Inventory: Provides a consolidated view of all assets for better oversight and control.
Lifecycle Tracking: Monitors asset lifecycle stages to optimize resource allocation.
License Reconciliation: Matches inventory with software licenses to ensure compliance.

What benefits should be sought in reviews?

Cost Reduction: Enhanced cost control and lowered audit-related expenses.
Improved Compliance: Mitigates compliance risks through precise license tracking.
Efficient Decision-Making: Supports informed purchasing decisions through comprehensive asset tracking.
Risk Mitigation: Reduces audit-related risks and enhances compliance reporting.

In industries like IT and cloud management, CA Asset Portfolio Management is utilized for tracking software purchases versus installations, ensuring efficient lifecycle asset management, and supporting compliance efforts. It is integrated into CMDBs to consolidate resources and manage decentralized environments. Users pair it with tools like Client Automation and CA SAM for effective hardware and software discovery, making it a robust choice for asset management.

Broadcom

IFS Cloud Platform offers a modern, adaptable enterprise management tool with a user-friendly design, providing seamless integration and customizable modules for efficient operations.

IFS Cloud Platform streamlines enterprise processes through its cloud-based architecture, favoring adaptability and swift updates. It supports industry standards and offers deep analytics and flexible customization, benefiting industries like aerospace, defense, and manufacturing. Despite needing enhancements in documentation, mobile compatibility, and reporting tools, it remains a viable choice for comprehensive ERP applications in finance, HR, and supply chain management. Integration with systems such as Azure and NetSuite further optimizes manufacturing schedules.

What are the key features of IFS Cloud Platform?

Modern Design: Offers an intuitive interface.
REST APIs: Enables seamless integration.
Customizable Modules: Enhances finance and service management.
Analytics: Provides deep insights into operations.
Cloud-Based: Ensures quick updates and adaptability.
Industry Standards: Supports service-oriented architecture.

What benefits or ROI should be considered in reviews?

Increased Efficiency: Streamlines enterprise management.
Enhanced Connectivity: Facilitates system integration.
Flexibility: Customizable to business needs.
Improved Operations: Optimizes schedules and resources.
Cost-Effectiveness: Competitive in enterprise solutions.

In aerospace and defense, IFS Cloud Platform assists with planning and scheduling, while in manufacturing, it manages inventory and service management efficiently. Companies implement it for ERP applications across finance, HR, and supply chain, integrating with Azure and NetSuite to enhance IT service management and project-based scenarios, leveraging its AI-driven PSO component.

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Sample Customers

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

First Horizon National Corporation, Logicalis, Racing and Wagering Western Australia

China Airlines, Electrolux Group, Babcock, Cimcorp, Sky, Multiplex, Veolia.

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