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Broadcom Service Virtualization vs IBM Rational Test Virtualization Server [EOL] comparison

Broadcom and IBM are both solutions in the Service Virtualization category. Additionally, 92% of Broadcom users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of IBM users who would recommend it.
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Broadcom Service Virtualiza...
Average Rating
8.2
Number of Reviews
97
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Service Virtualization (1st)
IBM Rational Test Virtualiz...
Average Rating
8.0
Number of Reviews
4
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it_user189042 - PeerSpot reviewer
it_user189042
Project Manager at a financial services firm with 501-1,000 employees
Feb 13, 2015
Do you have a comparison of IBM vs. CA Service Virtualization?
if you look for service virtualization tools you should check out Tricentis Orchestrated Service Virtualization Suite too. it supports following techniques without programming a single line of code: -) model based business flow definition to enable functional testers for test automation (with a technical single point of maintenance of XSDs, WSDLs...) -) stateful behaviour -) asynchronous business flows (mainly used for JMS, MQ systems) -) End2End testing with more than 20 UI technolgies (Mainframe, HTML, JAVA, Win32 etc) -) test data driven frontend automation & backend service simulation (single point of test data maintenance) --) this solves test data issues... -) and many more unique features Check it out here http://www.tricentis.com/tricentis-tosca-testsuite/orchestrated-service-virtualization/
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DivyaMohan
Senior Project Manager at Infosys
Can be used for the virtualization of TCP/IP protocols for third-party terminal insurance
We use it for the virtualization of third-party APIs for performance testing. Our second use case is related to the virtualization of TCP/IP protocols for third-party terminal insurance, which is used for insurance clients In the case of the virtualization of TCP/IP protocols for third-party…
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Rekha Chotara
IT Analyst at Tata Consultancy Services
Using service virtualization, we are able to accelerate the testing and development activity
As per my working experience over the last three and half years with RIT/RTVS, I would consider the two following areas of improvement: * Reporting: In the recent release of RCPT, the "Usage graph" feature is included, but that still needs improvements in terms of UI and timeline filtering criteria. * Implementing custom functions is a bit of a tedious job, as ECMAscript does not support some of the standard JavaScript functions. Also, the Script editor window is not user-friendly .
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Pros

"We used a lot of other solutions, but switched to CA Service Virtualization because this one tool can cover all of our requirements."
"This helps my team in virtualizing responses so we are not dependent on the systems when they are down."
"Specifically, service virtualization has reduced infrastructure costs by close to 40% and helps in early problem detection and early fix, leading to early product release."
"The benefits are cost savings on hardware and earlier defect identification."
"In the case of the virtualization of TCP/IP protocols for third-party terminal insurance, there was a device terminal, which was interacting with the application via the TCP/IP protocol. Most of the tools don't support that, but we were able to achieve it using Broadcom Service Virtualization."
"LISA VSE and Test Cases."
"It gives us the ability to simulate and virtualize components that we don’t currently have."
"I would recommend others to use CA Service Virtualization for all their virtualization needs as it is easy to use and the support provided via the CA Communities is also great."
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"IBM RTVS has many useful features, but support for IBM MQ over this tool is unbeatable."
"We have improved productivity about 90%."
"As we have used most of the MQ stub, "MQ recording" is the most useful feature."
"It has very easy and good validation techniques used for SWIFT, XSD, and WSDL validations."
"Indeed, I would recommend it; one major reason being that this product not only has a robust infrastructure implementation, it also has good technical support supporting standards from IBM."
"It is very stable, rock-solid, and there is a possibility of about 20-32% cost savings."
 

Cons

"We need to get more and more types of services because this is a multidisciplinary platform."
"UI Testing and Reporting Features."
"The one main thing we want to see is more on the reporting side."
"The user interface and usability of the tool is not the best. They could definitely be improved upon in the next release."
"UI should be more user friendly: better usability, more testing oriented."
"The cost is an area that needs improvement. There are a couple of other tools which provide support for performance testing with the base version itself, but Broadcom needs a separate component to support virtualization for performance testing. This is a costly component."
"We once faced issues when we moved from 4.2 to 4.7 or 5. They completely changed the UI and there is very little support for backward compatibility."
"VSEasy is a nice feature but it needs to have some catches added to it to keep from inadvertently overwriting someone else's virtual service."
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"One of the biggest disappointments for me and my team was dependency on various patches, or so call clients for every single technology."
"Reporting: In the recent release of RCPT, the "Usage graph" feature is included, but that still needs improvements in terms of UI and timeline filtering criteria."
"User friendliness: I would rate it somewhere around 5/10 in terms of user-friendliness. It can be simpler to build stubs and middle-ware based test cases compared to the solution given by RTVS."
"However, some peripheral features need vast improvement, namely the reporting and the dashboard areas."
"They need to move it to the cloud."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"I don't have the exact dollar amount, but we have spent close to $1,000,000 for a three-year agreement, for an enterprise level."
"I think the pricing is quite fair because this solution provides a lot of functionalities, and is quite stable."
"There are additional fees for advanced-level technical support."
"There is a yearly licensing cost, and I would give it a four out of five."
"IBM RTVS is not that expensive compare to other giants, but it is still much ahead of some other tool having less features."
"The product has a free trial available, which has saves on the initial investment costs."
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Answers from the Community

it_user189042 - PeerSpot reviewer
it_user189042
Project Manager at a financial services firm with 501-1,000 employees
Feb 13, 2015
Feb 13, 2015
Do you have a comparison of IBM vs. CA Service Virtualization?
if you look for service virtualization tools you should check out Tricentis Orchestrated Service Virtualization Suite too. it supports following techniques without programming a single line of code: -) model based business flow definition to enable functional testers for test automation (with a technical single point of maintenance of XSDs, WSDLs...) -) stateful behaviour -) asynchronous busin...
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it_user190035 - PeerSpot reviewer
it_user190035
Works at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees
Feb 12, 2015
Hi, I am looking for similar information as well. If you have any content, please could you let me know where to find it please? Thanks very much Regards Anish
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it_user174312 - PeerSpot reviewer
it_user174312
QA Director at Bridgetree
Feb 12, 2015
I unfortunately have not used the IBM software. I do have experience with CA LISA and some with Parasoft but I don't know the IBM product well enough to vote. However there is a company called Voke that does studies and comparisons of them. You could do a google search for Voke and Lisa and IBm and service virtualizaton and likely find that study on white paper. I will check as well.
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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm
19%
Construction Company
13%
Marketing Services Firm
8%
Manufacturing Company
8%
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Small Business6
Midsize Enterprise8
Large Enterprise98
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Also Known As

ITKO LISA, CA LISA, CA Service Virtualization
Green Hat, IBM RTVS
 

Overview

Broadcom Service Virtualization enhances testing and development by offering extensive protocol support and the ability to simulate services without hardware, driving efficiency and cost reduction.

Broadcom Service Virtualization allows for the virtualization of web services, MQ, and databases without the need for physical hardware, supporting parallel development and reducing costs. It integrates well with other tools like Jenkins and Selenium, ensuring seamless development processes. The platform supports early testing and mitigates backend dependencies, promoting agility in software development lifecycles. However, improvements in usability, additional technology integrations, better scalability, and comprehensive documentation are desired by users. Enhancements in error messaging and automated testing functionalities are also highlighted as areas for growth.

What are the key features of Broadcom Service Virtualization?
  • Extensive Protocol Support: Facilitates connection with diverse systems for comprehensive testing.
  • Quick Simulation Setup: Allows rapid creation of virtual environments for testing.
  • Customizable Automation: Offers flexible scripting and automation to fit specific testing needs.
  • Recording Functionalities: Captures service behaviors for detailed analysis and development.
  • Integration with Tools: Easily connects with Jenkins and Selenium to enhance testing pipelines.
What benefits should users expect in reviews?
  • Cost Reduction: Minimizes expenses by eliminating the need for physical hardware.
  • Early Testing: Enables earlier access to virtual services, enhancing development speed.
  • Parallel Development: Supports concurrent work streams, improving project timelines.
  • Dependability Mitigation: Reduces reliance on third-party and mainframe services, stabilizing testing environments.
  • Scalability: Adapts to growing needs, supporting larger and more complex projects.

In industries where early testing and independent development environments are necessary, such as banking, insurance, and telecommunications, Broadcom Service Virtualization is frequently employed. It enables teams to overcome dependencies on non-owned or unreliable services, enhancing development pipelines. This support for performance engineering and agile methodologies ensures that high-traffic APIs and mainframe services are tested under realistic conditions, ultimately facilitating continuous delivery practices.

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Testing environments are often expensive and can have limited availability. IBM Rational Test Virtualization Server helps you shift testing to the left by removing dependencies on components that are unavailable or already in use. These components are simulated at the API layer, supporting a wide variety of technologies, allowing your team to test the riskiest elements earlier in the delivery lifecycle.

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Sample Customers

Union Bank, Swisscom, Autotrader, KPN, ING Bank, Best Buy, American Family Insurance, TESCO, Telefonica, Molina Healthcare, California DMV, Aktia, City Index, Con-way, DirecTV, GRU Airport, Liquidnet, NAB, Nordstrom, T-Mobile, TIM Brasil, 
Sandhata Technologies Ltd., Qantas Airways 
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