ServiceNow vs Vision Helpdesk comparison

ServiceNow and Vision Helpdesk are both solutions in the Help Desk Software category. ServiceNow is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.5, while Vision Helpdesk is ranked #32. Additionally, 92% of ServiceNow users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Vision Helpdesk users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

ServiceNow and Vision Helpdesk compete in the IT service management space. ServiceNow has an edge with adaptability and comprehensive solutions, while Vision Helpdesk stands out for cost-effectiveness and strong support.

Features: ServiceNow offers robust automation tools, integration capabilities, and extensive process management, suitable for large enterprises seeking deep customization. Vision Helpdesk focuses on multi-channel ticket management, straightforward automation, and essential IT support features, appealing to businesses focused on basic support needs.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: ServiceNow provides flexible but complex deployment options, complemented by extensive support through multiple channels. Vision Helpdesk provides a simpler, quicker deployment process, with satisfactory support geared towards customer satisfaction and straightforward solutions.

Pricing and ROI: ServiceNow's pricing reflects its advanced capabilities and flexibility, promising substantial long-term ROI through improved service efficiency. Vision Helpdesk offers a more economical initial setup, facilitating quick returns for businesses requiring essential IT service support without high upfront costs.

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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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Hemanthreddy Vakiti

Data engineer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Structured workflows have improved SLA compliance and now support prioritized incident handling

I think the licensing and pricing of ServiceNow is quite expensive compared to other tools. For large organizations, it is acceptable, but specifically for small and medium organizations to track incidents or change requests, ServiceNow is quite expensive. Sometimes performance can be slow when workflows and integrations are configured for complex tasks. For advanced customizations or advanced features which we rarely use, the documentation is not up to standard. The documentation needs to be improved for advanced customization features. However, the platform is stable overall and the features are quite good. The user experience and performance concerns I mentioned are areas I want to be improved. When many workflows and interactions are configured, performance is slow. For the features it is providing, it is quite expensive. If these performance features are improved, we can easily pay that price and get the return on investment.

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Webhost UK

CTO at a cloud solution provider with 11-50 employees

The multi-company satellite help desk feature to manage our ticketing system for multiple domains is valuable for us.

Multi-company satellite help desk feature to manage our ticketing system for multiple domains more like a white-label support solution, and Blabby Feature use for internal staff communication We got Reseller Hosting , where we offer end use support to our reseller Clients, which is more of…

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"AA has vastly improved my organization in gathering more business, reducing human efforts, and optimizing client business."

"It is a good tool and one of the market leaders."

"Bot Runner - The Bot Runner is the machine where you run the bot. You could have multiple bots running in parallel. You only need the Run License to run the bots. The bots report back the execution logs/pass/fail status back to the control room."

"Automation Anywhere is excellent for integrating with other solutions. It provides the ability to leverage the APIs of third-party solutions. We use some of the already built-in MetaBots to then scrape the data and manipulate independent data that we need in order to integrate with other third-party solutions."

"The most valuable feature is that a job by RPA can be done three or four times faster than a human without human error."

"I really like Screen Recording because it is used to record a task or a series of actions."

"The most valuable feature of the platform right now for us is just getting the most out of the tool. When I first joined the company, we were on version 11, which is the on-premise version of Automation Anywhere. Getting over to the new cloud platform A360 has enabled us to get the most out of general RPA or robotic process automation."

"It is also easy to design and implement, even for business users who don't have technical skills. A little bit of training is required, about five to seven days, and then they can start. The learning curve is low."

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"It has more extensive features as compared to the other competitors."

"Consolidating multiple functionalities into a single platform reduces the need to invest in various separate solutions. ServiceNow integrates ITSM, CMDB, Discovery modules, and more into one cohesive system."

"The most impactful feature in our day-to-day operations is the ticket status, which provides crucial visibility into the progress of each resource or incident."

"Straightforward tool."

"Easy to implement and consolidate different platforms and users with useful functionalities."

"It just enabled us to see the whole organization as a single organization, which, especially for higher ed and places like that, just doesn't happen."

"The flow designer for application development is the most valuable. The newest version of flow designer allows us to develop applications quite fast. We can have custom and mobile applications. It has an interface for mobiles, and it also has a good reputation."

"ServiceNow is a great product because you can do almost anything with it."

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"If you are looking for an affordable solution for your business but want all the features of something you would expect to pay highly for, choose Vision Helpdesk! Trust me - you won't look back!"

"Customer service has been one of the best for any software provider we have seen; any issue we had was solved quickly."

"Vision Helpdesk has a very small price but has many functions, and compared with others their price is 3-5x lower for similar functionality."

Cons

"Product support for our customers needs improvement. They should increase the support personnel."

"We would like to be able to directly implement automation for Word documents and XML."

"I had an issue lasting for the better part of three years, and it was quite severe."

"The scheduling is a little difficult at times. Rather than setting up individual instances, it would be really nice if we had the ability to set repetitive jobs easily. Right now, if you want a job to run every 15 minutes, you have to schedule it a lot of times. I'd rather have the ability to just say 'run every 15 minutes.'"

"We would like to have more ease of use for the operations team."

"The main request I have for Automation Anywhere is to focus more on technical demonstrations."

"We had a major issue when it came to single sign-on. We couldn't get it working."

"While the community provides a platform for interaction and resource sharing, not all training content aligns with the specific needs of developers."

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"Primary areas of inefficiencies and delays were related to change resistance and lack of support from the IT Team Lead and IT Manager level staff for involvement in ServiceNow design and training workshops, and lack of support for governing new process policies."

"It's like, "That's not an answer." It's like, "What should we do? We need guidance." Well, "No. you can do anything with it." Okay. That doesn't quite help me as a user, and future administrator, or as an executive."

"The level of complexity and the level of discovery are the two areas that can be improved. Its UI needs to evolve. They focus a lot on cool colors and other little things, which don't bring value in terms of functionality. They need to focus less on presentation and more on the functionality within the UI. Its discovery mechanism should be improved. There is a component in ServiceNow that discovers the assets, but it doesn't do an immediate discovery, and there is a lag. If I want to open a ticket for a laptop or an asset, that asset needs to exist within ServiceNow for me to be able to say that I need to have its disk space or memory increased. It is referred to as a CI or configuration item in ServiceNow. Sometimes, ServiceNow doesn't discover these items, and as a result, I cannot open a ticket and tag that system or asset. If a system was introduced to the environment last week and it is still not listed, it becomes a problem. I will either have to wait or manually enter that system or asset. So, if I have a laptop with only 8 GB of memory and I want to request 16 GB of memory, I won't be able to do that in ServiceNow because my system or asset hasn't been discovered yet. Discovery is not immediate, and there is a lag."

"Vulnerability management could be improved. Also, integration with tools such as Microsoft Defender ATP needs improvement."

"With ServiceNow, you have to do a lot of manipulation ahead of time to get to what that end state is."

"I find ServiceNow to be a little bit clunky. If I need to report an issue they have a number of different options. I can report an issue, I can ask a question, I can make a request and it has varying levels of importance or levels of attention required. I find that what's required to submit is not always clear."

"I do see there's definitely a learning curve involved."

"Their GUI could be updated."

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"I think I'd like to see a more user-friendly interface in the user-ticket view."

"Their live-chat support needs work."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Pricing is affordable and I would recommend beginning with the Starter Package."

"I don't know exactly what the pricing schemes are for the product as this type of negotiation is not my responsibility, but I think the basic pricing comes to $15,000."

"Considering the cost, it is a bit high, but worth the price because the output accuracy is high."

"We have seen ROI in terms of cost and time with a couple of our projects."

"Automation Anywhere is expensive."

"We save approximately 10,000 hours per year."

"They recently launched a Community Edition, which is okay, but they should have done this a long time ago."

"Automation Anywhere's price is considerably better than UiPath's."

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"Initially, the licensing model ServiceNow came up with was very good. But now, from a licensing perspective, they are changing their model day by day. It is becoming a bit expensive for customers."

"This is a pretty expensive product, so the licensing could be better."

"There are licensing fees."

"Isn't pricing always too much? We really do chafe at the ITIL licensing. ITOM is also pretty expensive."

"The licenses are expensive."

"I know that it's not too bad because people continue to use it and they are happy to renew up their contract."

"The price of this solution is expensive."

"$230 per user."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

17%

Construction Company

12%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Computer Software Company

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Government

Computer Software Company

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Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	154
Midsize Enterprise	82
Large Enterprise	536

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Small Business	57
Midsize Enterprise	35
Large Enterprise	179

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Questions from the Community

How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

It depends on your use case. Is it simply to automate a couple of processes? Is it to augment a human team? AA is ver...

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How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

From my experience using AA tool, it depends on the applications that you want to automate, because there some applic...

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How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

It is a highly preferred RPA tool. You can check my Automation Anywhere Review to know more.

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Which solution is better for developing non-ITSM applications: OutSystems or Service Now?

The short answer is that OutSystems is far better for 2 main reasons. Firstly, with Service Now you are locked into t...

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Also Known As

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

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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

ServiceNow offers customizability and cloud-based integration that sustains operational efficiency. Enabling change and incident management, it accelerates workflow automation and project management without downtime issues, serving deployment needs for IT service and productivity enhancements.

ServiceNow stands out with its adaptable workflows and cloud-native infrastructure, boosting IT service, project, and asset management. Known for its robust incident and change management, the platform addresses business needs through its user-centric design and extensive integration options. By facilitating seamless IT operations and automation, ServiceNow empowers businesses to enhance productivity and efficiency. Regular updates ensure users benefit from the latest features without service interruptions, although pricing and licensing complexities demand attention. Users seek improved reporting tools and a more intuitive design while expressing interest in refined mobile functionality and better documentation.

What are the key features of ServiceNow?

Customizability: Enables tailored workflows to align with business processes.
Cloud-Based Integration: Allows seamless updates and operational sustainability.
Incident and Change Management: Supports efficient handling of IT-related issues.
Automation Capabilities: Automates repetitive tasks, enhancing productivity.
User-Friendly Design: Simplifies navigation and improves user interaction.
Comprehensive Reporting: Provides detailed insights for better decision-making.

What benefits and ROI should users anticipate from ServiceNow?

Improved Efficiency: Streamlines processes and reduces manual efforts.
Enhanced Productivity: Automates tasks, enabling focus on strategic initiatives.
Seamless Operations: Integrates across departments for unified management.
Effective IT Management: Smooth incident, change, and problem resolution.
Cost and Time Savings: Reduces operational costs through efficient workflow management.

ServiceNow finds implementation across industries like IT, HR, asset management, and help desks, addressing ticketing and configuration needs. Businesses use its dashboard for tracking performance metrics, enhancing decision-making in departments like HR service delivery. Its adaptability also makes it suitable for industries requiring robust operational management and process automation, driving efficiency and growth.

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Vision Helpdesk provides a comprehensive customer support solution designed to streamline operations, enhance communication, and improve efficiency for businesses of all sizes.

Vision Helpdesk allows organizations to effectively manage customer support tickets, integrate multiple communication channels, and automate workflows. By offering a collaborative platform for teams, Vision Helpdesk enhances response times, reduces customer-related challenges, and aligns support processes with strategic goals. It's adaptable to various scales, providing an efficient way to meet customer support demands. Customizable features and integrations with existing tools make it a versatile choice.

What are the key features of Vision Helpdesk?

Multi-Channel Support: Centralizes communication from email, social media, and phone into one interface.
Automated Workflows: Streamlines repetitive tasks, saving time and increasing productivity.
Incident Management: Efficiently organizes and tracks customer issues for timely resolution.
Customizable Help Desk Modules: Allows tailoring functionalities to specific business objectives.
Seamless Integrations: Easily connects with third-party applications and tools for expanded capabilities.

What benefits and ROI can users expect?

Improved Response Times: Faster issue resolution leads to enhanced customer satisfaction.
Cost Efficiency: Automation and centralized functions reduce operational overhead.
Scalability: Designed to grow with business needs, handling increasing support demands.
Enhanced Team Collaboration: Promotes effective teamwork through shared access and communication tools.
Comprehensive Reporting: Offers insights that inform decision-making and strategy adjustments.

Vision Helpdesk solutions are widely implemented in industries including IT, telecommunications, and healthcare. In IT, it manages incident tickets. In telecommunications, it ensures seamless communication. In healthcare, it streamlines patient support interactions.

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Sample Customers

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

AAA, AstraZeneca, Becton, Dickinson and Company, Broadcom, Christus Health, Epicor, Equinix, GE Capital, Intuit, KPMG, Loyola Marymount University, OshKosh, Quantas, RedHat, Royal Bank of Scotland, Swiss Re, U.S. Department of Energy, Safeway, Yale University, and Zillow

Riva Tech, StratospherIQ Data Systems, Suprag AG, Thomas Cook, TNM Software, Transition Systems Asia, Uptime Solutions, Volodi, Zakupka, Zen3, Zygote Complete Property Management, Rovia, NAS Insurance Services, FederalBank, InvestIndia, StartupIndia,BankofKigali

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