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We performed a comparison between IBM Maximo and SysAid based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Pros
"We were able to scale perfectly.​""The incident management feature is good because it allows you to keep track of and classify issues.""We can manage, organize, and track incidents, claims, jobs, tasks, preventive and corrective maintenance, locations, and assets.""The Preventive Maintenance feature, especially in its inspection routines and KPI abilities, is valuable.""The most valuable features of IBM Maximo are the overall power and interface, and there are a lot of different modules that we use that are helpful. Additionally, it's an integrated solution and it has a lot of capabilities.""The most powerful features are the database and integration with CMDB.""It can be particularly useful for power line operations, enabling linemen in the field to gather information and send it across the country as well as different parts of the world.""We were doing all kinds of paperwork for every type of order and to maintain our assets but with the use of the IBM Maximo application, we can automate a lot of the processes."

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"It tracks everything that the technicians are doing. We can account for time and manage resources.""It's really customizable. It's very user-friendly to change very quickly. We've developed lots of custom forms and things, without any need for thousands of accounting consultants which was one of our main aims of it.""The simplicity of the solution is excellent.""I would say the overall flexibility of the product is its most valuable feature.""The solution provides us with multi-layered service management along with all our support pieces integrated in one system. Our entire system is run on SysAid, from Tier 1 to Tier 3. All the other IT department functionality is captured in SysAid, like development, warehousing, and application. So, it has vertical and horizontal coverage.""The service desk automation and orchestration are very good. We are implementing it at the moment. We implemented it for two of our applications already for our CRM. Whenever there's a change in the CRM, it will automate them into SysAid as well. We have two workflows from our CRM into SysAid, which is very helpful. Overall, we're very happy with the workflow.""All our service management is integrated into one system. Our response time is much faster because we have a visual into what is going on.""SysAid is more user-friendly, and its configuration is easier than other tools."

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Cons
"It needs full-service visibility. There are a lot of things that are hard for users to find out. For example, the Service Catalog is not too friendly. You really have to know what you're looking for.""On a scale of one to ten, where ten is easy and one is difficult, I rate the setup process a two since it is very complicated.""The initial setup was complex, because it is a complex product.""The pricing model of the solution has room for improvement as well as the after-sales support.""It's not user-friendly. It could use shortcuts for frequently requested services.""IBM Maximo can improve the financial support and financial application, to make it more similar to an ERP as opposed to an EAM. Overall they can improve the financial processes.""Could use some alignment regarding some standards and the tracking of the IT assets. Even though they have all of the information (i.e. where are the assets, who owns the asset, etc.), they were not mapping it to different cyber standards.""This solution could improve by integrating or embedding finances, charts of accounts, and invoicing."

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"Currently, SysAid does not have a mobile application.""Monitoring needs improvement. At the moment we are looking for some advanced monitoring tools, which are using AI and machine learning as well. This product currently does not offer that.""The automation needs improvement. The workflow has some improvements to do. There's some stuff that they are working on like having cascaded fields. For example, we're categorizing tickets by location, by site and by building and then by data room within a data center. At the moment they're all separate fields.""So far, we're very happy with the new integration. The only thing that I would like to see is for them to improve asset management so that it's more usable. We looked at it once and we didn't find it quite usable for us. That's why we didn't use it. We haven't looked into the new one yet but the asset management is something that can be improved even more and patch management is not as good as it could be.""The administrative side of the user interface could be a little more user-friendly. It is easier for me to export our reports into Excel, then do a server retrieval and get the information. Whereas, to do a report, you have to go through a configuration type of process, which is kind of difficult and complicated. I have been using this solution for two years now and I still haven't gotten the hang of the reports.""SysAid has fewer AI features compared to other tools.""Some of the back-end configurations of the solution are very difficult. So, we always need SysAid's help.""One of the features that I'm hoping comes at some point is that currently you can only have one Knowledge Base instance within it. For me, it would be beneficial to have multiple instances for different purposes. I'd like to have a completely separate one for customers and the only way I can achieve that right now, where I can tag articles to only be viewed by customers, would be if I use its portal function."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "You pay for what you get. There are lots of options depending on how you would like to implement Maximo."
  • "The concurrent user license is much more effective in management and cost-wise, as it is more suitable for maintenance management."
  • "Where available, concurrent licenses can be more cost efficient and provide more flexibility."
  • "Explore the possibility of using DB2. You will avoid the cost of SQL Server or Oracle licenses."
  • "​Explore internal processes in order to evaluate the correct number of users in each Maximo module, then evaluate the different offers of pricing and licensing.​"
  • "I do not know about the price of the solution. However, this has been an expensive project overall."
  • "IBM Maximo offers a licensing application, and you have to comply with the license."
  • "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."
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  • "The pricing of SysAid is less than its competitors."
  • "Overall, the price is good. It's all about what you get for the base amount. From my perspective, you want to look at what you're getting out-of-the-box. SysAid does a good job of putting key stuff in the box for you."
  • "Once you're interested, talk with SysAid. You can have them come in and look at your company and advise you on the best solution. They will tell you what comes with each separate package and also advise you what application to activate. If you want something that they don't have, they have a department that can design something based on your unique requests."
  • "SysAid is a good solution, especially from a pricing perspective."
  • "We saw our investment back at the end of year one."
  • "Though I am not really sure about SysAid's prices, I know that it is competitive compared to some of the other products that our company looked at, like ConnectWise and ServiceNow."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:It can be particularly useful for power line operations, enabling linemen in the field to gather information and send it across the country as well as different parts of the world.
    Top Answer:Though I liked it a lot, I think it was lagging a lot. It was very slow due to the lagging issues. So that was kind of frustrating, considering how slow it was while functioning. The aforementioned… more »
    Top Answer:It can be particularly useful for power line operations, enabling linemen in the field to gather information and send it across the country as well as different parts of the world. With IBM Maximo, we… more »
    Top Answer:SysAid is more user-friendly, and its configuration is easier than other tools.
    Top Answer:Though I am not really sure about SysAid's prices, I know that it is competitive compared to some of the other products that our company looked at, like ConnectWise and ServiceNow.
    Top Answer:With SysAid, most of the customers are requesting a native mobile application. SysAid has fewer AI features compared to other tools.
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    Overview

    IBM Maximo is designed to help organizations effectively manage and maintain their physical assets, such as equipment, facilities, and infrastructure. Maximo provides a comprehensive set of tools and features to optimize asset performance, increase operational efficiency, and reduce maintenance costs. 

    With Maximo, organizations can track asset information, schedule maintenance activities, manage work orders, and generate reports for data-driven decision-making. It enables proactive maintenance planning, streamlines workflows, and improves asset uptime. Maximo is scalable, flexible, and can integrate with other enterprise systems to provide a unified view of asset information. Overall, IBM Maximo is a robust EAM solution that empowers organizations to effectively manage their assets throughout their lifecycle and maximize their value.

     IBM Maximo Features:

    • Asset Management: Maximo enables organizations to effectively manage their assets by providing tools for asset tracking, maintenance scheduling, and condition monitoring. It helps organizations maximize asset uptime and extend their lifespan.
    • Work and Maintenance Management: The software allows users to create and manage work orders, track work progress, schedule maintenance activities, and allocate resources efficiently. It helps streamline maintenance processes and improve productivity.
    • Inventory and Procurement Management: Maximo includes inventory management functionalities that enable organizations to track and manage their inventory levels, monitor stock availability, and streamline procurement processes. It helps optimize inventory usage and reduce costs.
    • Service Management: Maximo facilitates service request management, incident tracking, and service level agreement (SLA) monitoring. It helps organizations deliver quality service to their customers and track service performance.
    • Mobile Access: Maximo offers mobile capabilities, allowing users to access and update asset information, perform inspections, and manage work orders using mobile devices. It improves field workforce productivity and enables real-time data capture.
    • Reporting and Analytics: The software provides robust reporting and analytics features, enabling users to generate custom reports, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and gain insights into asset performance and maintenance activities. It supports data-driven decision-making.
    • Integration Capabilities: Maximo can integrate with other enterprise systems, such as financial systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, and Internet of Things (IoT) platforms, to streamline data exchange and enable a unified view of asset information.
    • Scalability and Flexibility: IBM Maximo is designed to support organizations of various sizes and industries, from small businesses to large enterprises. It offers flexibility to customize workflows, data fields, and business rules to align with specific organizational requirements.

    IBM Maximo Benefits:

    • Improved Asset Performance: Maximize uptime and extend asset lifespan through effective tracking, maintenance scheduling, and condition monitoring.
    • Increased Efficiency: Streamline work orders, resource allocation, and maintenance processes for enhanced operational efficiency and productivity.
    • Cost Reduction: Optimize inventory levels, streamline procurement, and reduce maintenance costs through proactive planning and resource utilization.
    • Enhanced Service Delivery: Effectively manage service requests, track incidents, and monitor SLAs for improved customer satisfaction and service quality.
    • Real-time Insights: Generate custom reports, track KPIs, and gain real-time insights into asset performance and maintenance activities for data-driven decision-making.
    • Mobile Access and Field Productivity: Access and update asset information, perform inspections, and manage work orders using mobile devices, increasing field workforce productivity.
    • Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with regulations and standards, and proactively manage risks through maintenance planning and compliance monitoring.
    • Integration and Scalability: Seamlessly integrate with other systems for a unified view of asset information, and accommodate the needs of organizations of various sizes and industries.

    Reviews from Real Users

    Chris Lok, COO / Developer at MaxLogic, states that IBM Maximo is “A rare enterprise asset management system with good ROI and helpful technical support”

    Klemen Muhvič, Computer System Engineer at Informatika d.d., writes that IBM Maximo's "Most valuable features are the ability to create work orders and preventative maintenance."

    Anil Bhagwatsaran, Application Specialist at Blue Waters, says that "The most valuable features of IBM Maximo are the overall power and interface, and there are a lot of different modules that we use that are helpful. Additionally, it's an integrated solution and it has a lot of capabilities."


    Offered in both cloud and on-premise versions, SysAid is a globally-adopted IT Service Management (ITSM) solution that combines all the essential capabilities in one, feature-rich tool. From traditional ticket management to asset management, SysAid allows administrators to monitor and manage tasks in one platform, so they can deliver fast and comprehensive support from a single view. Available in 42 languages, SysAid serves over 10,000 customers across 140 countries, spanning all industries and sizes.

    Sample Customers
    Royal Boskalis Westminster N.V., DTE Energy, Swedish Match, Projetech, Fingrid, East Coast
    Disney, Sears Holdings Corporation, LAN Airlines, Schneider Electric, On Semiconductors, Toyota, Sky, KPMG, Georgetown University Law Center, Motorola, North York General Hospital, Volksbank, Xerox, Bacardi, Del Monte Fresh Produce, Manpower, Nucor, Ecobank
    Top Industries
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    Energy/Utilities Company21%
    Comms Service Provider21%
    Government14%
    Non Tech Company14%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Educational Organization32%
    Energy/Utilities Company8%
    Computer Software Company8%
    Government7%
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    University29%
    Healthcare Company29%
    Leisure / Travel Company14%
    Transportation Company14%
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    Computer Software Company13%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    Insurance Company8%
    Retailer8%
    Company Size
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    Small Business54%
    Midsize Enterprise8%
    Large Enterprise38%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business13%
    Midsize Enterprise42%
    Large Enterprise46%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business50%
    Midsize Enterprise10%
    Large Enterprise40%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business28%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise59%
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    IBM Maximo is ranked 1st in Enterprise Asset Management with 23 reviews while SysAid is ranked 20th in Help Desk Software with 10 reviews. IBM Maximo is rated 8.0, while SysAid is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of IBM Maximo writes "Work order management and scalability enables the businesses' needs to be met". On the other hand, the top reviewer of SysAid writes "Email rules allow us to route tickets directly to a given area without intervention, saving us time". IBM Maximo is most compared with ServiceNow, NetSuite ERP, JIRA Service Management, ABB Ability Asset Suite EAM and IFS Cloud Platform, whereas SysAid is most compared with JIRA Service Management, ServiceNow, Spiceworks and Freshdesk.

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