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HPE Intelligent Management Center vs OpenText Network Automation comparison

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Categories and Ranking

HPE Intelligent Management ...
Average Rating
7.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
7
Ranking in other categories
Network Management Applications (9th)
OpenText Network Automation
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
5
Ranking in other categories
Network Automation (13th)
 

Mindshare comparison

While both are Network Management solutions, they serve different purposes. HPE Intelligent Management Center is designed for Network Management Applications and holds a mindshare of 3.8%, down 5.8% compared to last year.
OpenText Network Automation, on the other hand, focuses on Network Automation, holds 3.2% mindshare, down 3.4% since last year.
Network Management Applications Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
HPE Intelligent Management Center3.8%
Cisco DNA Center7.6%
DataMiner5.4%
Other83.2%
Network Management Applications
Network Automation Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
OpenText Network Automation3.2%
Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform14.0%
Cisco DNA Center9.8%
Other73.0%
Network Automation
 

Featured Reviews

Muhammad_Faisal - PeerSpot reviewer
Manager ITSM at Lucky Cement Limited
Achieve seamless network and link monitoring with comprehensive device management
The most valuable function is that the IMC takes an entire backup of my network devices, and I can also redeploy them. The really beneficial feature is the link monitoring. I had checked Check Point's product, however, my requirements are better fulfilled by IMC. The main feature is that IMC automatically configures the device for my use. I have over 200 features in my network, and IMC manages the complete environment. Automation is good, but I mainly use it for monitoring. I am too satisfied with this product.
reviewer1480065 - PeerSpot reviewer
Service Operations Engineer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Allows to upload necessary firmware to your device and perform the upgrade
With OpenText Network Automation, firmware can be uploaded for specific devices. If you need to upgrade a device, you can use this tool, though it may not apply to all devices. The software allows you to upload the necessary firmware to your device and perform the upgrade. Additionally, it enables you to check multiple devices for specific configurations and automates the search process and the configuration of multiple devices.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"This is far and away the best tool of this type I have ever used."
"It's a very complete product with a lot of functionality."
"The most valuable function is that the IMC takes an entire backup of my network devices, and I can also redeploy them."
"The most valuable feature is the interface and its ease of use."
"The most useful feature is infrastructure monitoring including switches and servers."
"One of the notable advantages is its ability to provide quick responses, especially in critical situations."
"We chose HPE for its interoperability with non-Cisco equipment, interoperability with non HP equipment, and customizable, and a deep feature set that Cisco Prime just didn't have because it's focused on Cisco stuff only."
"We're able to set security policies and configure devices exactly how we want them."
"Pushing the network configuration to bulk devices. This saves a considerable amount of time that the engineer spends in pushing the network configuration."
"When compared with SolarWinds, it is more user-friendly, and tasks can be completed more quickly."
"With OpenText Network Automation, firmware can be uploaded for specific devices. If you need to upgrade a device, you can use this tool, though it may not apply to all devices."
"It's great because you have a one-unit solution to aggregate network data, so it's one entry point for getting all the configuration into the same dashboard or same application."
"Micro Focus tools are mature tools, that are well developed."
 

Cons

"The integration with other network devices needs improvement."
"I would like to see additional modules included."
"HPE Intelligent Management Center is a bit slow."
"I face the issue with the integration with links on Fortinet Firewall."
"Technical support is the one area where I have to rate HPE fairly poorly; when we have encountered issues, particularly around inconsistencies in the topology views, getting them fixed can be a cumbersome process."
"It's horrible. 90% of the time we're figuring out the solution ourselves."
"One notable deficiency is the lack of online support for the product."
"We just spoke with some of the product managers. We are getting some serious performance issues that have some serious repercussions for support."
"We've found some problems that may or may not have to do with our infrastructure. There are also some software defects that we've found."
"Level one administration task can be defined in Micro Focus Network Automation but it could be more simplified."
"The tool performs slowly."
"Compatibility of the devices needs to be enhanced, as it seems to be limited."
"When compared to other automation tools that are available in the market, more can be done to improve this solution."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"There are licensing costs and they are quite expensive."
"The price of this solution is not at all cheap, but it's reasonable compared to SolarWinds."
"Pricing is reasonable, but if you compare it with other network Operation Management tools that are available on the market, it's expensive."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
12%
Government
11%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Computer Software Company
9%
Performing Arts
16%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Construction Company
9%
Government
8%
 

Company Size

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Small Business
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Company SizeCount
Small Business3
Midsize Enterprise1
Large Enterprise3
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Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with HPE Intelligent Management Center?
I face the issue with the integration with links on Fortinet Firewall. This will be sorted out with the help of IMC, and now I have a modem dialing as per my needs.
What is your primary use case for HPE Intelligent Management Center?
I am using this solution for network monitoring, links monitoring, and complete monitoring of my infrastructure. I also deploy FortiVAF, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiManager as part of a complete securi...
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Also Known As

HPE IMC
Micro Focus Network Automation, HPE Network Automation
 

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