When considering pricing, I have usually advised on the Microsoft solution, but compared to that, Symantec SiteMinder’s pricing is moderately priced. I would rate it a four on a scale where one is cheap, and ten is expensive.
After Broadcom's acquisition of Symantec, the pricing model for Symantec SiteMinder (now CA Single Sign-On) shifted significantly. The traditional perpetual licensing model transitioned to a subscription-based pricing structure. This change means customers now pay an ongoing subscription fee rather than a one-time upfront cost, aligning with modern SaaS models.
Additionally, Broadcom introduced Portfolio License Agreements (PLAs), which offer customers access to the entire portfolio of products under a limited license, allowing greater flexibility and the ability to leverage multiple tools within Broadcom's suite. The PLA model simplifies licensing and can be cost-effective for organizations needing access to multiple solutions.
However, the essence of pricing and negotiation with Broadcom largely depends on direct dealings with sales representatives. Given that Broadcom’s approach emphasizes large enterprise deals, the specifics of pricing are often determined through discussions around organizational needs, bundled solutions, and tailored agreements to fit customer requirements. This means that while the subscription model is standardized, the exact cost and structure are still largely negotiable based on the customer’s context, usage, and requirements.
Sr IAM/PAM Engineer at a retailer with 10,001+ employees
Real User
Dec 15, 2021
Siteminder is a little costly. You pay for licensing, and they offer packages, so if you have less users, then you have to buy different products at different prices. If you have more of a user base, then the package is different. They also include other features—for example, if you have a database and you're using Siteminder, then it's good to use a Semantic-specific database, but if you are using less, then you have to purchase the database separately. Whereas if you are going for a bigger license, then it comes within the package. It depends on which plan you are using.
Symantec® SiteMinder is designed to secure the modern enterprise through a unified access management platform that applies the appropriate authentication mechanism to positively identify users; provides single sign-on and identity federation for seamless access to any application; enforces granular security policies to stop unauthorized access to sensitive resources; and monitors and manages the entire user session to prevent session hijacking. Finally, Symantec SiteMinder is battle-tested...
My experience with pricing is that it is all good.
When considering pricing, I have usually advised on the Microsoft solution, but compared to that, Symantec SiteMinder’s pricing is moderately priced. I would rate it a four on a scale where one is cheap, and ten is expensive.
The maintenance fee has increased, raising concerns about the overall cost to customers.
After Broadcom's acquisition of Symantec, the pricing model for Symantec SiteMinder (now CA Single Sign-On) shifted significantly. The traditional perpetual licensing model transitioned to a subscription-based pricing structure. This change means customers now pay an ongoing subscription fee rather than a one-time upfront cost, aligning with modern SaaS models.
Additionally, Broadcom introduced Portfolio License Agreements (PLAs), which offer customers access to the entire portfolio of products under a limited license, allowing greater flexibility and the ability to leverage multiple tools within Broadcom's suite. The PLA model simplifies licensing and can be cost-effective for organizations needing access to multiple solutions.
However, the essence of pricing and negotiation with Broadcom largely depends on direct dealings with sales representatives. Given that Broadcom’s approach emphasizes large enterprise deals, the specifics of pricing are often determined through discussions around organizational needs, bundled solutions, and tailored agreements to fit customer requirements. This means that while the subscription model is standardized, the exact cost and structure are still largely negotiable based on the customer’s context, usage, and requirements.
The solution's pricing is competitive.
The pricing is reasonable.
Siteminder is a little costly. You pay for licensing, and they offer packages, so if you have less users, then you have to buy different products at different prices. If you have more of a user base, then the package is different. They also include other features—for example, if you have a database and you're using Siteminder, then it's good to use a Semantic-specific database, but if you are using less, then you have to purchase the database separately. Whereas if you are going for a bigger license, then it comes within the package. It depends on which plan you are using.
Clients need to pay for a partial license and a subscription license. The pricing is a bit high and they could make it more competitive.
The licensing is fair for this solution.
Symantec Siteminder is expensive; they could definitely do better on the price.
I recommend conducting a PoC on every available product before choose one.
CA solutions.. Are generally expensive but for the customer the ROI is big.