IBM Tivoli Access Manager [EOL] vs SailPoint Identity Security Cloud comparison

IBM and SailPoint are both solutions in the User Provisioning Software category. Additionally, 93% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 97% of SailPoint users who would recommend it.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Tivoli Access Manager [...

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

3.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

SailPoint Identity Security...

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

User Provisioning Software (1st), Identity Management (IM) (1st), Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) (3rd), SaaS Management Platforms (1st), Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM) (2nd), Identity Governance Administration (IGA) (1st)

Featured Reviews

it_user711612

Senior Consultant at a insurance company with 1,001-5,000 employees

Reverse proxy provides central control over authentication and authorization.

It is a single product that caters for all the business needs throughout the organization. It provides a seamless integration that in turn encourages most of the applications to use the SSO features Reverse proxy is the most valuable feature as it provides central control over authentication and…

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Narayanan D

Principle at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees

User access management excels but needs enhancements with integration capabilities

I was aware of that because I used to manage these solutions earlier on, but it was purchased by the Procurement team, so I was not involved in any of those.There are certain details I may not be able to disclose currently, but we can speak in general about a number of products and tools that are ongoing. I have not been using access management controls here, so I don't have the latest features or details or hands-on experience in that space. I cannot share all the details about the improvements in security operations since we were exploring some products, but I'm familiar with Saviynt as I was one of their partners for other solutions, and currently, I cannot disclose a lot of performance related to my current roles.

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

Pros

"The WebSEAL reverse proxy is great for protecting your critical systems."

"Single Sign-On functionality is valuable because the core purpose of the product is to allow universal (or bespoke) SSO for application suites."

"Centralized policy management and reverse proxy-based architecture make it very flexible in terms of deployment, adoption, and implementation."

"It is one of the best products in the present market in the area of access management."

"It is a totally secure way of accessing clients through various application portals for more than ten EU countries, just by using single sign-on."

"OAuth 2 is now the de facto standard for API protection and scoped authorized delegation. IBM TAM now supports OAuth 2 and can act as fully compliant OAuth 2 authorization server."

"Some of the valuable features are: Reverse proxy Protected object space Ease of integration Multiple and robust AuthN and AuthZ mechanisms built-in No single point of failure (SPOF)"

"It has helped them to improve and control web and mobile application security."

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"The initial setup always was straightforward with shorter implementation times and quick benefits."

"The solution is stable and reliable."

"What I like most about SailPoint IdentityIQ is that it's simple to use and easy to configure and deploy."

"SailPoint IIQ is the best of best."

"The solution's most valuable feature is its integration with Slack for the notification of access requests."

"The Certification and Provisioning features are most valuable."

"Provides good authorization and authentication system functionality."

"The solution can be customized to adapt the workflow to our industry, offering considerable flexibility."

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Cons

"The profiling element is incredibly robust, but also equally as complex, it requires an off-site course to be able to understand the context or the plethora of options available."

"Initial setup was complicated because TAM was implemented as a part of the IDM solution."

"The initial set-up is a bit complex for a novice as the Linux version of it needs you to be somewhat good with Linux."

"We have had stability issues lately with the hardware and SAN that the product runs on."

"An Amazon Machine Image (AMI) for the newer appliance versions for hosting the virtual appliances on AWS will help."

"There is only a single step-up authentication path, but I have sometimes seen the need for several steps or a divergent path."

"The self-service portal needs improvement."

"This product is also available in the appliance offering which has not yet matured and has many issues."

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"SailPoint lacks some features like privileged account management and access management features found in products like Okta."

"The solution, in general, is quite expensive."

"It is not readily available and cannot be downloaded from the net."

"The UI is complex."

"SailPoint IdentityIQ needs to improve its customization. It should also incorporate some standardized tools for implementation."

"SailPoint IdentityIQ has a primitive AI engine."

"SailPoint IdentityIQ could be cheaper."

"Should have authentication modules as well"

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The IBM prices are, as ever, extortionate, even with a business partnership, and high levels of discounts."

"I rate the solution a seven on a scale where one is cheap and ten is too expensive. In short, the solution falls under the higher side of pricing."

"The product is expensive. People need to opt for a licensing plan for one year or three years."

"The product is expensive. I rate its pricing an eight out of ten."

"As per my knowledge, it runs on a paid partnership model, but I am not sure about it."

"It's all competitive. Initially, the prices look a bit higher, but once it gets into a competitive situation, they meet the market. I'd rate it an eight out of ten in terms of pricing. It tends to be more expensive, but it works."

"The pricing is based on the number of users and is reasonable."

"SailPoint is expensive compared to its competitors. It's one of the most expensive products, so I'd rate it as one out of five, cost-wise."

"We pay an annual licensing cost for SailPoint IdentityIQ."

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

16%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

Educational Organization

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	9
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	18

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	21
Midsize Enterprise	8
Large Enterprise	42

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How does Sailpoint IdentityIQ compare with CyberArk PAM?

We evaluated Sailpoint IdentityIQ before ultimately choosing CyberArk. Sailpoint Identity Platform is a solution to manage risks in cloud enterprise environments. It automates and streamlines the m...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SailPoint IdentityIQ?

The product is expensive. People need to opt for a licensing plan for one year or three years.

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What advice do you have for others considering SailPoint IdentityIQ?

You can use SailPoint Atlas to take identity security to the next level. In SailPoint IIQ, writing a custom connector using the open source framework is a good option.

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Also Known As

Tivoli Access Manager, IBM Security Access Manager

IdentityIQ, IdentityNow, Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management, Intello

Overview

IBM Tivoli Access Manager is a robust and secure centralized policy management solution for e-business and distributed applications. IBM Tivoli Access Manager WebSEAL is a high performance, multi-threaded Web server that applies fine-grained security policy to the Tivoli Access Manager protected Web object space. WebSEAL can provide single sign-on solutions and incorporate back-end Web application server resources into its security policy.

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SailPoint Identity Security Cloud is known for its user-friendly interface, high-level automation, and a wide range of pre-built connectors, making it flexible for workflow customization and robust identity lifecycle management with AI integration.

SailPoint Identity Security Cloud provides strong security features such as provisioning and certification, enhanced by AI and machine learning. It effectively manages user access, roles, and governance across environments. The platform offers scalability, comprehensive documentation, and seamless integration with third-party solutions. Despite its high cost and complex configuration, it is designed to meet enterprise needs in application provisioning, access management, and lifecycle management. Cloud and on-premises deployments are supported.

What are the key features of SailPoint Identity Security Cloud?

User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive and simple to navigate for effective management.
Robust Automation: Automates identity lifecycle processes efficiently.
Out-of-the-Box Connectors: Extensive connectors available for rapid integration.
AI and Machine Learning: Integrates AI for smarter provisioning and certification.
Flexible Customization: Tailors workflows and identity management as needed.

What benefits can users expect when evaluating SailPoint Identity Security Cloud?

Scalability: Easily scales with the growing needs of enterprises.
Comprehensive Governance: Ensures thorough compliance and governance measures.
Seamless Integration: Supports easy integration with third-party applications.
High-Level Security: Protects data with robust security features.
Regulatory Compliance: Facilitates adherence to regulatory requirements.

SailPoint Identity Security Cloud is employed across industries for application provisioning and identity access management, supporting onboarding, offboarding, and role management. It addresses the needs of cloud and on-premises environments, providing centralized control and compliance assistance for account administration in enterprises.

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Sample Customers

Essex Technology Group Inc.

Adobe, AXA Technology Services, Cuna Mutual Group, Equifax, ING Direct, Orrstown Bank, Rockwell Automation, SallieMae, Spirit Aerosystems, TEL

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