BMC TrueSight Server Automation vs vCenter Configuration Manager comparison

BMC TrueSight Server Automation vs. vCenter Configuration Manager

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Microsoft Intune

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Configuration Management category, the mindshare of Microsoft Intune is 4.9%, down from 10.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of BMC TrueSight Server Automation is 3.8%, up from 3.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of vCenter Configuration Manager is 2.1%, up from 0.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Configuration Management Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Intune	4.9%
BMC TrueSight Server Automation	3.8%
vCenter Configuration Manager	2.1%
Other	89.2%

Configuration Management

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OluwashileAdeniyi

Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer at a outsourcing company with 51-200 employees

Centralized endpoint security has improved and supports hybrid work and BYOD policies

Regarding what I dislike about Microsoft Intune and its downsides, I would say that more Mac controls are needed because we have limited Mac and Linux control. When comparing controls and policies between Windows, Mac, and Linux, Windows has almost everything you can think of, while Mac and Linux have limited types of control. You cannot implement certain things on Mac and Linux that you can on Windows. The limited controls are a major issue. Additionally, if Microsoft could find a way to embed servers into Microsoft Intune, that would be beneficial. Microsoft Intune is not really designed for servers or Windows servers. It is more tailored towards Windows 11 and Windows 10 operating systems. Windows servers are not fully supported. Enterprise organizations usually have both servers and endpoints, which are users' workstations. For servers, most people look for other solutions such as SCCM, which is Configuration Manager. However, SCCM is what Microsoft Intune is trying to replace. Both SCCM and Microsoft Intune belong to Microsoft. Microsoft is trying to transition organizations into Microsoft Intune, the native cloud solution. However, because this update is still in process, servers are not fully compatible with Microsoft Intune and cannot be managed by it. The current policy that has emerged from issues with clients is what they call co-management, which is relatively new, and I do not know if adoption is significant. Many legacy or older customers who have been using these products for decades still have SCCM. When it is time for them to manage their Windows devices, they use what is called cloud attach. Cloud attach is a term whereby your SCCM is connected to your Microsoft Intune. Most people do not know about it, but I have deployed it for several organizations. Cloud attach and co-management work together so that your device is in SCCM, but some policies are pushed from Microsoft Intune. It is like two different solutions working hand in hand. That is what they call co-management. Microsoft Intune does not bring all of your endpoint and security management tools into one place, which is the goal and how it should be. However, as I mentioned, servers are not included. If we talk about end users, Microsoft Intune does bring all your devices together. In a typical enterprise environment, you have end users with workstations, laptops, company-issued phones, and bring your own devices. You can create policies for all of these. However, for the backend, your servers do not have much coverage. Servers are not really covered by Microsoft Intune in that way.

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ManishKumar27

System Manager at State Bank of India

Achieve cost-effective and efficient operations with automated compliance and patch management

Regarding the patch management feature, I find it perfect in BMC TrueSight Server Automation; however, the only problem is with application software, as operating system patch management is perfect. What I am trying to have is application software running on the server segment. Sometimes they use browsers, PDF readers, and Java, so patching these application or utility software is a challenge due to the large number and the different versions. I have some concerns regarding BMC TrueSight Server Automation that could be improved, particularly in the reporting part. The pending patches report generated after the analysis only reflects the job executed, but in a distributed environment where multiple teams manage servers, central governance requires server status updates driven by servers rather than jobs.

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Mohamad Irshidat

Principal Consultant Engineer at Estarta Solutions

Migration streamlines processes while real-time monitoring opportunities remain

The migration feature of vCenter Configuration Manager is the most loved feature so far. This particular feature is valuable because it is vendor-oriented and works with VMware, which makes your life easy. Regarding system reliability, it is helpful. When you design it for the process, it will help you minimize the downtime, and it will help the reliability of the system. vCenter Configuration Manager has impacted my organization positively, but it's not fully deployed yet; we only use it for one or two tasks, and our team goes back to using the vCenter itself. However, further on, maybe we'll find a use case that will help us use the configuration manager.

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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

"The ease of applying security policies to applications we deploy is the most valuable feature of Microsoft Intune."

"I like that it's very good and very simple. I found that we just needed to have a proper subscription for an Intune tenant, and from the subscription, if we have the right role assigned, like the global admin role or the owner role, we can use Microsoft cloud resources. With the help of that, we can do many things like setting up Microsoft Intune in the cloud to create our virtual machines. All these can be done, and the steps are very simple. I really liked it. I like features like Windows Auto-Enrollment. I like it very much because whenever you supply it to the end-user, it will be ready to use immediately. The end-user only needs to provide the user credentials, and then they are good to go. I also really like Cloud PC, which was recently launched on Azure."

"Since implementing this solution, our company has grown substantially, and our talent pool has significantly expanded."

"The initial setup is not complex."

"Intune is flexible. If you want to move a device that was previously on-prem, we can bring it to the cloud and apply all the policies. This is helpful for even those organizations that were on-prem and not on the cloud. They can also come and use these features, which are pretty cool and would be handy to protect the data and manage the devices as well."

"I like Intune's ability to install software to a device remotely and push policy through the Azure portal."

"We are a remote company, and the product helps us manage the global endpoints. It helps us natively manage the endpoints in the cloud from anywhere."

"The most valuable feature is the UEM capabilities."

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"The most important feature is the schedulings."

"Versatile capabilities in deployment and releasing of software products."

"We have a fully automated patching process which has been absolutely phenomenal."

"The overall role of BMC TrueSight Server Automation in managing configuration drift brings return on investment through its automation, which helps save me the time and effort of my operations team."

"As this solution provides strong support and has multiple use cases, it is worth the cost."

"BladeLogic lets users view the filesystem with minimal authorization to the server."

"The most valuable feature of this solution is that it is agile."

"If you do not want the hassle of multiple tools and handling multiple vendors, this is your go to solution."

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"vCenter has some good user experience, and the initial setup is straightforward."

"vCenter alone is enough for me because vCenter is a cluster environment and cluster solution for virtualization environments."

"The solution overall is very good, the online configuration, especially in the latest version, is very good, and it's worked well for us so far and hasn't disappointed on any level."

"I particularly appreciate the reporting capabilities, as they allow for in-depth analysis of logs and the ability to interpret alerts effectively, enabling informed responses."

"This product is very stable, it's a very good product."

"vCenter Configuration Manager is the best tool for centrally managing resources"

"Configuration Manager has allowed us to reduce the number of admins needed from three to one."

"The stability has been very good, with no bugs or glitches, making it a reliable solution that never crashes or freezes."

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Cons

"My experience with them was very bad. They don't know about their own product."

"Yes, there are a couple of issues with stability."

"Currently, BitLocker does not support BYOD enrollment, which is a product limitation."

"For additional functionality, I suggest that Microsoft could expand on asset management. Since the platform is there, they could develop it into a full-fledged asset management system."

"For autopilot, there should be more granularity on the settings that they offer at this stage."

"Intune should improve the management of non-Microsoft devices. It would be better to manage Mac, Android, and other non-Microsoft operating system devices within the same Intune interface."

"In Microsoft Intune, there is significant slowness, and there needs to be more logs when we deploy software, parameters, or scripts to troubleshoot problems and errors in the interface, workstations, and Android devices."

"I have realized that while it provides a lot of granular control on Windows devices, it has comparatively less functionality for Mac."

More Microsoft Intune cons

"In some versions, we do have stability, especially 8.5."

"The initial setup was very complex; Not straightforward at all."

"More use cases can be automated. The user interface of BMC TrueSight Server Automation could benefit from enhancements, as it currently lacks refinement."

"The complexity of it and the time to implement it drove us to a different solution."

"There is no other functionality available to patch the containers that we need to include."

"There is no option to see all the servers we patch and we cannot find what the server status is. Of course, we can what has been completed and what is pending and which servers have failed, but we cannot find server status from the BMC tool. For example, is the RDP up or not. We are using separate scripts for that."

"Jobs were supposed to run automatically and, if there was a failure, it was supposed to fix it. But that was not happening."

"We would like to see this solution handle more multitasking."

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"The product's high price is an area with certain shortcomings where improvements are required."

"Users need to pay a licensing fee for the solution, which could be cheaper."

"If the solution could manage on-premises and cloud resources with the help of one tool, it would be an extra agent."

"There are some complexities within the system center."

"My impression on the impact of the real-time monitoring features of vCenter Configuration Manager is that it's somewhat good, but you cannot find the full log message; you have to dig deep in order to get it."

"This product is not cheap. I have a yearly license for vCenter and the license is not cheap."

"There are some complexities within the system center. For example, we use two different applications for updates and the deployment of the machine. We also have another third party solution."

"There are a lot of steps to do the configuration. We have to do it step by step and it is time-consuming. If it was easier it could be done quicker. There should be a preloaded configuration."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"We spend a lot of money on Intune licensing, and some of our users have to be double licensed just because of how our dev and corporate environments are segmented."

"Microsoft's licensing is more flexible and adaptive than its competitors."

"There is a license needed to use the solution and we are on an annual license."

"Its price is fair. It's a normal price. It isn't too expensive or too cheap."

"It is cheap, but as compared to Google, it is costly. Google is cheaper, but quality-wise, Microsoft Intune is better."

"Microsoft Intune is expensive."

"The cost is handled through our Office 365 license, so I have yet to be able to compare it directly with other tools in its class."

"Microsoft Intune is reasonably priced for large organizations that already have Microsoft Enterprise licenses, but it is less affordable for smaller businesses."

More Microsoft Intune pricing and cost advice

"The product is expensive."

"The solution is quite expensive compared to other vendors."

"Licensing is a bit pricey. Be mindful about the components that you need and buy as appropriate."

"The product's pricing depends on the number of servers."

"We're looking at less than $100,000 USD for this solution."

"I have a license to cover four hosts."

"It is an expensive product."

"The solution comes with three-year support. We have to renew the support annually after the three years are up."

"We have to pay for the whole bundle and individual pricing is not available. One license costs us almost $200 every year."

"vCenter's pricing is reasonable, but nowadays, they are drastically increasing their prices, which is pathetic."

"The product is highly-priced."

"It's a large application. It consumes a lot of resources. Sometimes the price is too high for our customers. If they buy it directly from VMware, its hard to convince the customer that we will bring down the total cost of ownership, in the end."

"I rate the tool's pricing an eight out of ten. The product has increased its cost by at least two to three times its previous cost."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

Government

Financial Services Firm

22%

Construction Company

11%

Manufacturing Company

Energy/Utilities Company

Construction Company

17%

Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	192
Midsize Enterprise	62
Large Enterprise	185

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	2
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	15

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	27
Midsize Enterprise	11
Large Enterprise	20

Questions from the Community

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What needs improvement with BMC TrueSight Server Automation?

Regarding the patch management feature, I find it perfect in BMC TrueSight Server Automation; however, the only probl...

What is your primary use case for BMC TrueSight Server Automation?

My main use case for BMC TrueSight Server Automation is utilizing its features of provisioning, compliance engines, j...

What advice do you have for others considering BMC TrueSight Server Automation?

I only work with management on on-prem; it is on-prem only. It has helped me improve performance by reducing patching...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for vCenter Configuration Manager?

Nowadays, it is a bit expensive. It's costly, primarily due to the licensing aspect.

What needs improvement with vCenter Configuration Manager?

My impression on the impact of the real-time monitoring features of vCenter Configuration Manager is that it's somewh...

What is your primary use case for vCenter Configuration Manager?

My usual use cases for vCenter Configuration Manager mainly involve migration, shift and lift mainly, and some type o...

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vCenter Configuration Manager

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Also Known As

Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager

TrueSight Server Automation, BladeLogic Server Automation, BladeLogic Automation Suite

vCM

Overview

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service designed for device management, security, and compliance. It supports automation and facilitates endpoint management for Windows, iOS, and Android devices, ensuring data protection and efficient policy enforcement.

Microsoft Intune offers seamless integration with tools like Windows Autopilot to automate device setup and deployment. Integrated with Azure Active Directory, it enhances policy management while providing robust reporting and analytics tools for compliance tracking. Despite its intuitive interface aimed at simplifying navigation and device security management, there are challenges such as compatibility issues with Linux and Mac, limited policy support for Android, and demands for better third-party integration. It's widely used for both corporate-owned devices and BYOD scenarios in dynamic IT environments.

What are the key features of Microsoft Intune?

Windows Autopilot: Automates device setup for rapid deployment.
Azure Active Directory Integration: Enhances user policy management.
Reporting and Analytics: Improves compliance visibility.
Mobile Application Management: Ensures app security without compromising personal data.
Cloud-Based Management: Allows management from any location.

What benefits and ROI can users expect?

Time Efficiency: Automation reduces time in policy enforcement and configuration updates.
Enhanced Security: Ensures data protection across corporate-owned and BYOD devices.
Improved Compliance: Advanced reporting tools enhance compliance visibility.
Flexible Management: Cloud-based nature supports management from any location.

In industries such as finance and healthcare, Microsoft Intune is implemented to ensure data protection and compliance with regulatory standards. Manufacturing sectors utilize Intune for managing a distributed workforce across global locations, while educational institutions employ it to secure and manage devices in learning environments supporting both students and faculty.

Microsoft

BMC TrueSight Server Automation is used for automating server maintenance tasks like patching, compliance, and vulnerability remediation. It supports application deployment, auditing, configuration management, and multi-OS compatibility in private-cloud environments.

BMC TrueSight Server Automation optimizes IT operations by automating infrastructure management, enhancing security, and maintaining compliance. Organizations gain from centralized or decentralized setups, integrating with vulnerability tools for efficient remediation. Despite its capabilities, command line interface, reporting, setup complexity, and REST API integration require improvements. Users demand better provisioning, multitasking, security tool integration, and resource management, alongside more comprehensive training resources for streamlined onboarding.

What are the key features of BMC TrueSight Server Automation?

Patch Automation: Streamlines patch management and vulnerability remediation.
Compliance Management: Offers out-of-the-box compliance templates for regulatory standards.
Multi-OS Compatibility: Supports multiple operating systems for diverse environments.
Scripting and BL Package Creation: Facilitates cross-platform automation and deployments.
Tool Integration: Seamlessly integrates with other IT management tools.

What benefits and ROI can users look for?

Increased Efficiency: Centralized management reduces manual tasks and errors.
Enhanced Security: Improved security with integration into vulnerability tools.
Compliance Assurance: Ensures adherence to industry standards and regulations.
Risk Management: Provides comprehensive visibility for proactive infrastructure management.

This automation tool is extensively used in industries with significant IT infrastructure demands, such as finance, healthcare, and telecommunications. In these sectors, ensuring system stability, regulatory compliance, and data security is critical, leveraging BMC TrueSight Server Automation for efficient operational support and risk mitigation.

BMC Helix

vCenter Configuration Manager offers a robust platform for managing virtual environments and optimizing IT infrastructure. It supports multiple platforms while facilitating virtualization, migration, and compliance processes.

vCenter Configuration Manager efficiently manages virtual machines, data centers, and servers. It enhances system performance through automation and centralized management of ESXi clusters. Known for its reliability, it also simplifies patch management and supports hyper-converged infrastructure. Challenges include improving integration, user interaction, and support for cloud and hybrid environments. Licensing transitions and compatibility issues with operating systems are areas of focus. Its strong presence in India enhances VMware environments.

What are vCenter Configuration Manager's key features?

User-Friendly Interface: Simplifies navigation and operation tasks.
VM Management: Efficient management of virtual machines.
Migration Capabilities: Streamlines the migration process.
High Availability: Ensures continuous operation without downtime.
Automation: Facilitates automated processes to improve efficiency.
Support for Hyper-Converged Infrastructure: Enhances the IT environment's scalability.
vMotion and DRS: Critical for disaster recovery and business continuity.

What benefits and ROI should reviews highlight?

Resource Management: Optimizes resource allocation and utilization.
Ease of Provisioning: Simplifies deploying IT assets across the organization.
Compliance Management: Ensures regulatory compliance and governance.
Reliable Stability: Provides a stable and robust IT environment.

vCenter Configuration Manager is implemented across sectors like healthcare and industry. It manages virtualization, server oversight, and host monitoring. Its automation and patch management streamline IT processes, making it a valuable tool for managing diverse IT infrastructures effectively.

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Sample Customers

Mitchells and Buzzers, Callaway

State of Michigan, Fujitsu FSAS, Transamerica Life Insurance Company, SAP

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BMC TrueSight Server Automation vs. vCenter Configuration Manager