OpenText Service Management Automation X (SMAX) vs SymphonyAI IT Service Management comparison

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We performed a comparison between OpenText Service Management Automation X (SMAX) and SymphonyAI IT Service Management based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two IT Service Management (ITSM) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
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"This is a cordless application that can be used throughout any organization.""The most valuable features of Micro Focus Service Management Automation X (SMAX) are that it is user-friendly, easy to configure, and adaptable.""The tool is very easy to use.""It offers a range of tools for sales and configuration. It's like a business process improvement platform, suitable for various lines of business operations."

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"The most valuable feature is remote access. People are working from home, and we can take remote access through it.""It was easy to access and fast. Our experience using it solely as a ticketing tool. We used fetch reports from the tool, particularly with regard to SLA tracking for our partners.""The product has the best features for ITSM.""SummitAI IT Management Suite's chat box feature has reduced our service discount, and because it's intelligent, the responses that go out to the users have improved, and the resolutions are much faster."

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Cons
"The initial setup of Micro Focus Service Management Automation X (SMAX) is complicated, but once it is set up the configuration is straightforward to adapt to the users' or customers' needs.""The contract management feature can be improved.""The solution lacks sufficient documentation.""The product's connectivity with third-party products is an area of concern where improvements are required."

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"I would like them to add software inventory in the next release. We don't have that right now.""Integration was a major limitation with SummitAI.""SummitAI IT Management Suite's project management and operational management features could be improved.""There could be flexibility in terms of customization."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The cost of the license for SMAX varies depending on the configuration, including the number of seats for users and the customer's specific requirements. It's not a fixed cost and can vary."
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  • "We have a regular license."
  • "SummitAI IT Management Suite's pricing is a bit expensive."
  • "The product's cost is average."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:In my company, our customers need OpenText Service Management Automation X (SMAX) for service management, which may either be for ESM or ITSM.
    Top Answer:The product is difficult to maintain, especially when moving from the previous version to the latest version. I suggest that OpenText needs a person with very good experience to take care of the… more »
    Top Answer:It was easy to access and fast. Our experience using it solely as a ticketing tool. We used fetch reports from the tool, particularly with regard to SLA tracking for our partners.
    Top Answer:The product's cost is average. It used to be inexpensive, but now they have added many functionalities. Still, it is cheaper than other more significant tools in the market. The suite is not just… more »
    Top Answer:Integration was a major limitation with SummitAI. Features we need are available in ManageEngine, making it a better fit. Secondly, the cost of SummitAI was a challenge. Finally, company policies or… more »
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    Also Known As
    OpenText Service Manager, Micro Focus Service Management Automation X (SMAX)
    Summus IT Management Suite
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    Overview

    OpenText™ SMAX is a SaaS-based solution that delivers a smart approach to IT and enterprise service management with built-in analytics, codeless configurations, and private generative AI chatbots.

    OpenText SMAX delivers a smart approach to service management, with full capabilities for IT service management (ITSM), IT asset management (ITAM), and enterprise service management (ESM). Empower users to self-resolve common requests with private generative AI chatbots that offer human-like responses. Give your team what they need—ITIL best-practice templates, codeless configurations, and built-in AI and analytics for automating workflows, improving processes, and solving issues. With SaaS deployment, SMAX eliminates the hassle of installation, maintenance, and upgrade. What’s more, SMAX offers flexible and affordable licensing that adapts to your business needs and saves you money.

    SMAX has a flexible and transparent pricing model that lets you change license allocations or add capabilities without costly surprises. Pricing starts at $79 per agent per month for a full range of processes and features that include a service portal, mobile app, AI, analytics, federated CMDB, ITSM, ESM, discovery, and orchestration. Visit the OpenText ITSM SaaS pricing page for details.

    SymphonyAI provides an AI-powered IT Service Management (ITSM) platform aimed at enhancing IT service delivery efficiency and effectiveness. The platform, SymphonyAI ITSM, offers a unified service portal for streamlined user assistance and incorporates reporting and analytics functionalities to furnish insights into IT service performance. By leveraging artificial intelligence, SymphonyAI aims to optimize ITSM processes, aligning IT services with business needs while ensuring cost efficiency.

    Sample Customers
    Zurich Airport, Envirosuite, Norsk Helsenett, Achmea, University of Milan, World Vision, Petroleum Development Oman, Court of Justice of the Federal District and Territories (TJDFT).
    Magma, Toyota, Evidera, Netik, KPMG, Innodata, ABB, DAIKIN, Toshiba, Emerson, Dell, Pansonic, DBS, PWC, EY, Hexaware Technologies, Deloitte, NEC, Birla Soft, Panasonic, Harman, SBI, Kotak Life Insurance, SREI, Marico, Perfetti, Manipal Hospitals, Maruti Suzuki, Royal Enfield, Toyota, CEAT, ABB, L&T, VIP, Knight Frank, Adithya Birla
    Top Industries
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    Computer Software Company21%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    Government9%
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    Computer Software Company18%
    Financial Services Firm14%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Construction Company8%
    Company Size
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    Small Business23%
    Midsize Enterprise12%
    Large Enterprise64%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business10%
    Midsize Enterprise60%
    Large Enterprise30%
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    Small Business17%
    Midsize Enterprise24%
    Large Enterprise59%
    Buyer's Guide
    OpenText Service Management Automation X (SMAX) vs. SymphonyAI IT Service Management
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about OpenText Service Management Automation X (SMAX) vs. SymphonyAI IT Service Management and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
    771,170 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    OpenText Service Management Automation X (SMAX) is ranked 16th in IT Service Management (ITSM) with 4 reviews while SymphonyAI IT Service Management is ranked 23rd in IT Service Management (ITSM) with 5 reviews. OpenText Service Management Automation X (SMAX) is rated 8.0, while SymphonyAI IT Service Management is rated 7.8. The top reviewer of OpenText Service Management Automation X (SMAX) writes "Offers a range of tools for sales and configuration that can be used in banks and telecom companies". On the other hand, the top reviewer of SymphonyAI IT Service Management writes "Good ticketing tool but limitations with integration". OpenText Service Management Automation X (SMAX) is most compared with JIRA Service Management, ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus, Ivanti Neurons for ITSM and Clarity SM, whereas SymphonyAI IT Service Management is most compared with ServiceNow, ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus, JIRA Service Management, Microsoft Configuration Manager and IBM SmartCloud Control Desk. See our OpenText Service Management Automation X (SMAX) vs. SymphonyAI IT Service Management report.

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