BMC Helix Discovery vs FireMon Asset Manager comparison

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BMC Helix and FireMon are both solutions in the IT Asset Management category. BMC Helix is ranked #10 with an average rating of 8.3, while FireMon is ranked #11 with an average rating of 8.0. Additionally, 88% of BMC Helix users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of FireMon users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 18, 2024

BMC Helix Discovery and FireMon Asset Manager are competing in asset management and discovery. BMC Helix Discovery may have the upper hand due to its automation capabilities and integration potential, while FireMon excels in providing comprehensive security insights.

Features: BMC Helix Discovery offers automated asset identification, exceptional data integration, and cloud-native scalability. FireMon Asset Manager provides in-depth security management, real-time risk analysis, and network policy enforcement.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: BMC Helix Discovery offers cloud-based deployments with dedicated support channels, providing quick onboarding. FireMon Asset Manager's on-premise options involve a more complex configuration process but include extensive support documentation.

Pricing and ROI: BMC Helix Discovery requires significant upfront costs but promises great ROI through efficiency gains. FireMon Asset Manager offers a flexible pricing structure with a focus on security, yielding high ROI via risk mitigation.

To learn more, read our detailed BMC Helix Discovery vs. FireMon Asset Manager Report (Updated: September 2026).

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BMC Helix Discovery vs. FireMon Asset Manager

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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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JonathanPic

Presales Manager at HCLSoftware

Comprehensive discovery has populated our CMDB and provides deep insight into asset relationships

The applicability depends on the customer environment. Usually it is straightforward to apply the policies. BMC Helix Discovery is seamless and has many plugins available. It is a good feature that they offer. I have heard about it, but I am not currently using it, though I know that they have that feature available. BMC Helix Discovery provides a lot of information that can be obtained from discovery, including the relationship between the CIs and how many CIs are orphans. The analytics capabilities are strong.

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Marck Chanpagne

Business Continuity And Disaster Recovery Manager at Cadence Bank

Continuous asset discovery has strengthened audits and BCDR planning but reporting needs improvement

FireMon Asset Manager supports my disaster recovery and business continuity planning through continuous real-time discovery, which is the foundation of everything. The fact that it's not a point-in-time scan, but ongoing, passive and active discovery, means my inventory is always current. That's what makes it useful for BCDR, where stale data is dangerous. The best features FireMon Asset Manager offers include leak path detection, which is genuinely valuable. It identifies rogue internet connectivity, unauthorized connections, and paths in and out of the network that shouldn't exist. In a bank, that's both a security concern and a BCDR concern because undocumented network paths create recovery risks I don't know I have. The topology mapping is also excellent. Being able to visualize how assets connect to each other and to the network helps my BCDR team understand dependencies between systems, which is critical for sequencing recovery procedures correctly. If I'm recovering a system, I need to know what it depends on and what depends on it. FireMon Asset Manager has positively impacted my organization primarily on our audit and examination posture. Before FireMon Asset Manager, when examiners asked about our asset inventory, I was presenting data I knew had gaps and hoping nobody looked too closely. Now I can walk into an examination with a continuously updated, discovery-validated asset inventory and answer those questions with confidence. That's a qualitative shift, but it has real consequences. Examination findings in banking are not trivial. This shift has led to measurable outcomes, such as reducing the time to compile our annual BIA asset inventory from roughly three weeks of manual effort down to essentially a report pull. That's significant staff time saved. I've also seen our CMDB accuracy improve. FireMon Asset Manager's continuous discovery keeps finding things that manual processes miss. And from a regulatory standpoint, I've had two examinations since deploying FireMon Asset Manager, and in both cases, the asset inventory questions that were previously a weakness in our program were answered cleanly. That's the metric that matters most in a regulated banking environment.

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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

"We reduce the time that scientists spend on manual tasks and put them on more value-added work."

"The best part about A2019 is its ease of use. You don't need to be a coding champ or an expert to use and implement A2019 in automating tasks. It's very easy to learn, tweak, and implement in your day-to-day tasks, especially features like capture/record is completely marvelous."

"The ease of use of getting started is probably the big thing. They had a lot of references that we were able to check. It is a well-known player, and being able to get up and running quickly was the big thing."

"It is easy to use for non-technical people, with a simple drag-and-drop interface, so they don't need to be technically savvy to automate their processes."

"It saves a lot of effort and hours. It is time-efficient and cost-efficient."

"Automation Anywhere has presented us with a platform that is easily accessible from a web interface, enabling us to write code for RPA scripts without having to download a dedicated software application."

"Recorders and Bot Insights are very valuable features."

"I consider the verification station very useful because it allows you to quickly check if the data extracted are correct or if you need to change the process."

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"The initial setup was quite easy."

"Start anywhere application modelling brings a fantastic opportunity for users to see what is where."

"In terms of the tools that BMC sells and tools like this on the market, there is no match."

"Weekly reports to management really make our life simple."

"I'd recommend BMC Helix Discovery to others because I've been working with it for the last eight years and my experience with it has been good."

"It now comes with a very flexible deployment solution, whether you want to keep it inside your data center or want to have the cloud, depending on if you're cloud forward or not."

"BMC Helix Discovery is very intuitive."

"It immediately understands which component it is, and it provides the exact API details with all the components."

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"Now I can walk into an examination with a continuously updated, discovery-validated asset inventory, and I can answer those questions with confidence."

"The most valuable feature is the change modules. Whenever there is a change in the firewall, it automatically reflects on FireMon."

"It offers a single platform for managing firewalls of different brands and simplifies policy deployment and auditing. It helps push policies to different firewalls, and it also helps with policy auditing."

"FireMon Asset Manager fills a genuine gap in network security visibility that many organizations underestimate."

"FireMon Asset Manager supports my disaster recovery and business continuity planning through continuous real-time discovery, which is the foundation of everything."

"The most valuable aspects of FireMon Asset Manager are its integrations and its ability to passively monitor the network for unknown assets."

Cons

"I would like to see them expand the service catalog with RCA add-ons to the current RPA package."

"The solution could improve the integration with some web applications. It was difficult to manage them."

"There are occasional technical issues, particularly with cloud operations. Sometimes, the bot struggles to initiate on the cloud, even when everything appears in place."

"It should have more commands, which should remove the dependency on MetaBots or other scripts so that everything is available in the tool itself."

"As of now IQ Bot only takes/fetches the record of the places that we have marked. e.g. Invoices fields that are dynamic in nature are very difficult to fetch the data from the scan copy. If this feature gets added, it will save a lot of time for developers."

"A standardized improvement area for any RPA tool is making it more user-friendly. This can be done by allowing users to give instructions in their language. For example, one should be able to say in his or her language to automate the login page of the XYZ application. It should be able to create a flow based on the information or screenshots that the user provides."

"The OCR can be a little better because sometimes while scrapping, it leads to data loss."

"Anything that can be done to increase the stability from a system standpoint in regards to large-scale systems, which are being used by a number of applications, e.g., Salesforce or Workday."

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"The support from BMC Helix Discovery can improve, it takes a long time before we receive any feedback. It can take days to months sometimes."

"The product falls short compared to storage discovery mechanisms offered by Tenable or ServiceNow ITOM. In the market, there are various applications available that provide different sets of features. Its drawback is that it doesn't give the database configuration customers need out of the box. Additionally, the classification of storage virtualization is relatively lacking. Therefore, there is room for improvement, particularly in the database areas."

"The solution should have different portals and logins for each customer so only that customer's assets show."

"BMC is agentless discovery, followed by hybrid discovery, which performs discovery across clouds, on-premises, and then dynamic service modeling."

"While I consider the solution to be good, it should better be able to integrate with other solutions."

"There are certain limitations in the mapping feature of the solution."

"The license model could be more flexible and cheaper pricing."

"It would be nice to see more updates to the solution."

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"The biggest friction point or frustration I have encountered with FireMon Asset Manager is the support experience being inconsistent."

"While passive discovery remains important, active retrieval of asset details would be valuable, and this functionality is starting to be implemented, as I've observed in recent updates but it is not fully there yet."

"I find that FireMon Asset Manager's reporting customization is more limited than I would like."

"FireMon Asset Manager can be improved in reporting customization, which is more limited than I'd prefer."

"The discovery process could be improved. If incorrect credentials are entered, it should give an error message. That would make our work easy rather than having to troubleshoot why the issue is occurring."

"It is not very good at monitoring the Check Point firewall, but it works very well with other firewalls such as Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Cisco ASA."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"We have seen a return of investment because it takes less time to market in our current process. I would estimate a times savings between 20 to 30 percent."

"We just did a round of price comparison on a global scale and found it's so hard to compare the license prices. But, Automation Anywhere, in general, is on the same price level as the other vendors, a bit lower in some cases."

"The solution is quite expensive. Not every organization can consider this option."

"If we talk about the automation RPA. it definitely has worked very well for us. I'm talking about giving good savings, about more than 180 FTE savings, after implementing more than 200 plus bots. It has worked well. As an organization, it has supported us very well, and also for our customers."

"Costs savings have been seen by employing bots for multiple shifts instead of people."

"They have a ridiculously expensive bot licensing structure, especially for the Asian region."

"Complaints are generally about the cost of IQ Bot, which is higher than its competitors. The base model’s pricing is comparable to other platforms with attended, unattended, and IDP capabilities as well."

"The cost is at the highest end of the spectrum."

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"I rate the pricing an eight out of ten. All BMC products are expensive."

"We have a perpetual license for the solution."

"It's not a cheap product. But the benefits it delivers is that it's a fair price."

"The licenses are very complex and quite costly."

"I've heard that the solution was expensive earlier but is now much cheaper than its competitors."

"The solution offers yearly licenses."

"You need a license to use BMC Helix Discovery. The license is paid yearly, though I have no idea how much it costs."

"The price was fair compared to competitors. BMC is very affordable. There are optional consulting services to assist with implementation."

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"FireMon Asset Manager's pricing has been reasonable and has worked well for us from a licensing standpoint."

"FireMon is more expensive than other brands but justified by its comprehensive feature set. It includes several functions that might require additional subscriptions in other solutions."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Outsourcing Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Financial Services Firm

16%

Outsourcing Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

Government

Outsourcing Company

23%

Comms Service Provider

16%

Media Company

10%

Insurance Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	161
Midsize Enterprise	85
Large Enterprise	561

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	11
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	14

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Small Business	6
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	4

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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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for BMC Helix Discovery?

The setup cost is on the expensive side.

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What needs improvement with BMC Helix Discovery?

The interface is quite old and can be outdated.

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What is your primary use case for BMC Helix Discovery?

BMC Helix Discovery is used for discovery of the assets and configuration items so that you can populate the CMDB.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for FireMon Asset Manager?

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing reveals that it's not inexpensive. The license cost is manageab...

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What needs improvement with FireMon Asset Manager?

The biggest friction point or frustration I have encountered with FireMon Asset Manager is the support experience bei...

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What is your primary use case for FireMon Asset Manager?

My main use case for FireMon Asset Manager is continuous network asset discovery and visibility. We have a complex hy...

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Also Known As

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

Discovery, ADDM, Atrium Discovery & Dependency Mapping

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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.

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BMC Helix Discovery offers a unique blend of data modeling, ITSM integration, AI-driven mapping, and robust security, providing effective visibility and management over IT assets, both in cloud and on-premises environments.

BMC Helix Discovery is renowned for its ability to enhance IT asset visibility by utilizing dynamic service models and providing comprehensive infrastructure insights. It simplifies deployment through its agentless setup and integrates effortlessly with ITSM solutions. The AI-driven capabilities help predict and quickly resolve IT issues, promoting efficient asset management. Despite its advantages, there is room for improvement in terms of customization, especially for non-Windows environments, and improving stability and integration with other solutions.

What are the most important features of BMC Helix Discovery?

Data Modeling: Provides detailed and dynamic representations of infrastructure components.
ITSM Integration: Seamlessly integrates with IT service management solutions.
AI-driven Service Mapping: Predictive insights to identify and resolve potential issues swiftly.
Security Protocols: Implements strong security measures to protect IT assets.
Scalability: Supports growing infrastructure demands efficiently.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Fast Deployment: Quick and easy setup due to its agentless nature.
Improved Visibility: Enhancements in IT asset management and insight.
Efficient Asset Management: Comprehensive monitoring and compliance support.
Scalable Solutions: Accommodates both small and large organizations.

In industries such as finance, healthcare, and technology, BMC Helix Discovery is utilized to automate event management and security processes, integrate with CMDBs, and discover network-connected devices. Organizations benefit from generating reports on system versions and patches, integrating cloud and on-premises data into their management databases for a holistic view of IT resources.

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FireMon Asset Manager provides insightful monitoring and management of your network assets, helping organizations maintain security compliance and optimize asset usage effectively.

FireMon Asset Manager offers a comprehensive view of network assets, assisting in identifying security compliance gaps and optimizing resource utilization. Designed for enterprises requiring robust asset monitoring, it ensures efficient tracking, enabling proactive threat management and policy adherence across digital environments.

What are the important features of FireMon Asset Manager?

Real-Time Monitoring: Continuously tracks network assets to provide up-to-date security insights.
Compliance Assurance: Ensures assets meet security policies and regulatory requirements.
Reporting Capabilities: Offers detailed reports for better visibility and analysis of network assets.

What benefits and ROI can users expect from FireMon Asset Manager?

Enhanced Security Posture: By maintaining compliance and identifying vulnerabilities, it minimizes risks.
Operational Efficiency: Streamlines asset management, reducing manual interventions and resource wastage.
Cost Savings: Prevents potential security incidents, saving costs related to breaches and non-compliance fines.

In industries like finance and healthcare, FireMon Asset Manager plays a crucial role by providing meticulous asset tracking essential for maintaining stringent compliance requirements. It enables organizations to swiftly adapt to changing regulations and safeguard sensitive information effectively.

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Sample Customers

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

Windstream Communications, News UK, Mercator Group, Wageningen University and Research Centre (WUR)

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