Clarity SM vs IT Care Center comparison

Broadcom and IT Care Center are both solutions in the Help Desk Software category. Broadcom is ranked #19, while IT Care Center is ranked #40. Additionally, 85% of Broadcom users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of IT Care Center users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Clarity SM and IT Care Center compete in the service management solutions category. IT Care Center seems to have the upper hand due to its cost benefits and flexibility.

Features: Clarity SM provides customizable service types, complex SLAs/KPIs calculations, and configuration management, valued for flexibility and integration with databases and CA products. IT Care Center offers a user-friendly system with comprehensive customization options, flexible forms, and efficient ticket management.

Room for Improvement: Clarity SM needs to improve its outdated UX and address technical complexity, scalability, and intricate reporting features. IT Care Center should enhance its mobile interface and SSO integration and improve administrative training and design.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Clarity SM supports on-premises deployment, with inconsistent customer service perceived as slow or unresponsive. IT Care Center offers both on-premises and cloud deployment, providing flexible access. Customer service experiences vary, with some finding it satisfactory and others noting slow responses.

Pricing and ROI: Clarity SM is considered expensive with complex licensing, but users see value in its robust features for large enterprises. IT Care Center offers a cost-effective solution with flexible, all-inclusive licensing, emphasizing reasonable pricing and high investment value.

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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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Türker Kara

Application & Software Architect at Turkiye Finans Participation Bank

Quite good back-end architecture for end users but the API is very, very bad

Our company uses the solution for system, program, service request, change, and knowledge-based management. We perform CMD authorizations and use a lot of integrations for our in-house or third-party applications. We also use Salesforce automations and Microsoft orchestrations. We have about…

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Yoram Avraham

Technology and Infrastructure Manager at Colmobil

Simple and quick to implement, easy to use, saves us time and money

This is a very flexible system, which is why I chose the platform. It is flexible with respect to our company processes and workflows, and this is something that is very important to us. The system allows us to configure simple forms and flows, and we use it when new employees are hired, when one transfers from one unit to another, or when one leaves the company. These are the main reasons that I use the functionality of the forms. IT Care Center has very much helped to simplify our IT service management. I have an SLA that commits me to 85% with the company. This platform allows me to provide services at almost 92%. It is very useful from this point of view. This product has helped us to reduce the number of IT tickets because after we have worked on a problem and closed the ticket, we send the user information on what steps we took to solve the problem. With the explanation, a user knows how to deal with the problem if it happens again. The reports also help us to reduce the number of tickets that we have. We look to see what the main reasons are for incidents and look at whether the same problem is recurring. This allows us to fix the problem in basic maintenance, and it has been very successful in helping to reduce the number of related tickets. Using this solution has helped us to reduce costs in two ways, both as a result of having fewer tickets. The first is that we have fewer employees; we have reduced our staff from five people to only three. Second, we have reduced the related hardware costs. We do not need to pay for as many PCs or laptops.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"ROI is good and impressive after using automation anywhere RPA platform."

"The overall UI of the tool is so user-friendly that even a beginner can use it easily."

"Since it has capabilities to integrate with third-party applications easily, it makes the life of an automation engineer very easy."

"I love its reliability, ease of use, and the vast customer support that are always present to help us."

"The code, once developed, is pretty stable."

"The management works well."

"Sometimes the customer will not provide any data. Using Automation Anywhere, we can easily automate to capture the customer data. Then, we can use that customer data inside the Cisco Unified Wire Voice Portal."

"We are using all of the features and all are important and valuable but the automation and flexibility are the things which make the product work as a solution for us."

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"It established a more organized dynamic and the ability to better plan activities."

"This product has so many adjustment possibilities for many different clients."

"I would highly recommend to install CA, not only the CA Service Desk Manager tool, but the overall value that CA portfolio products can bring."

"It has made us a lot more organized, and a lot more aware of what needs to happen."

"XFlow (Temperature) and Service Point together provided an extremely user-friendly and collaborative experience to the point of making it easy for all users of the product, whether end-users or analysts."

"The new xFlow interface that was introduced for Level 1 analysts really helps the them to achieve the best and fastest result for their users/customers."

"Advanced Availability architecture is hands down the key feature, as we can make sweeping changes to the application or database with minimal impact on our user base, and most of the time the users see no downtime at all."

"The initial setup is pretty straightforward."

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"My advice for anybody who is looking into this product is not to think twice."

"Overall, the solution has helped to simplify our IT service management, with fewer calls giving us more time to work without distraction, better efficiency in the IT department, and cost reductions of 33 percent along with a 30 to 35 percent reduction in the time it takes to manage tasks."

"It runs smoothly and all of the components are very easy to work with."

"The IT Care Center system enables me to see the SLAs of the company in one place, on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis, in a very easy way."

"We have a lot of automation running from our HR system to IT Care Center. When a ticket has been raised to us, we can notify hiring managers on the status of every employee. We also get notifications in Slack for every ticket opened."

"IT Care Center enables us to configure simple forms and flows. It makes our daily customer-facing work very efficient and easy. For example, if we want to add some new flows or change something, we have the ability to do it by ourselves in our own time and manner. This makes it very efficient."

"It has reduced our costs by about $15,000 a year."

"For customer service, IT Care Center has helped us to centralize our daily IT activities in one platform; it has made our operations easier to use, more efficient, reliable, and available."

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Cons

"Some things that I do not see as of today are interactive chat or video interface. These are things that I will look for in future. I saw something like picture recognition, but something like a video or voice recognition is something that I'm looking for in the Automation Anywhere platform as an end user and even as a reseller."

"The areas for room for improvement are always going to be around experience, making it even easier to get engaged, and get started. Because lowering that threshold to get started is what enables an additional set of problems to be solved."

"When dealing with a large number of variables, uploading them directly from an Excel sheet to Automation Anywhere is not supported."

"Automation Anywhere is troublesome for some people because of the way it is organized."

"Automation Anywhere is unable to connect to the database directly. What we are doing now is directly writing the PL/SQL scripts and trying to push the data from the database into Automation Anywhere. This feature is available in UiPath, but not in Automation Anywhere."

"There are some business areas for which this tool is not capable of doing, such as in the areas of graphically-based input."

"The initial implementation of Automation Anywhere regarding the elastic search and database set connection can be a little difficult."

"Reliability and error handling should be improved."

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"Although I wasn't involved in the initial setup I have been involved with upgrades. They have been fairly complex. We've had some issues with upgrades where we had to roll back and get some things fixed. Some things that we ended up tracking back to not following directions right, but then other things we've run into issues."

"The first one was quite complex because we had to integrate into legacy systems."

"Because there are so many different modules, the initial setup is not that straightforward."

"We would like to see improvements mainly without the Service Desk."

"There are some functions I have seen from its competitors that I would want CA SDM to have."

"We went from 12.1 to 14, so there was a lot involved in it. The issues we had were migration issues, getting our information from one place to the next and making sure everything was as everyone needed."

"It could improve in maintainability and customization of features with a better and simpler GUI."

"The UI is old and passé."

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"They should have full integration with SSO services, like Okta, creating a full service solution."

"There is no global support. With our previous system, we had 24/7 global support."

"IT Care Center has some room for improvement in regard to mobile. It doesn't have an application, there is only an adaptable web page, and that is less convenient."

"There is no global support. With our previous system, we had 24/7 global support. We need much faster support. When I have an issue and raise a ticket, someone should call me back. They can also think about having object-oriented APEX so that the agents can easily create dashboards instead of having to learn the complete APEX language. This is something very important for us. We are using Oracle APEX for creating certain dashboards with KPIs. This is the visual platform that we use to see all the data, and it is very important for us because we get all the BI and data. Currently, we have a vendor who helps us with that because we don't know how to use it ourselves. We want to use it to make more dashboards with more KPIs for every department, but we cannot because we don't have the knowledge. We are very dependent on the vendor and the time he has for us."

"If there is such a feature, it would be very good for us to track how long it takes to resolve issues."

"The UI screens could be a little bit more modern."

"IT Care Center must improve the UI because it looks old-fashioned all the time."

"Our business is quite interesting because we actually look at our staff based on their productivity. So if a case is created where we want to track the productivity of the user, sometimes we look at how many actual hours they clocked in to solve the case. We realized that it would take quite a lot of hours, which was unusually high. We want to look at how we can measure that against a baseline. For example, every user should resolve the issue within three hours. We want a certain baseline where they have to resolve the issue within certain times and if they don't, I would get alerted."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is somewhere in the middle. The price and value of Automation Anywhere are better than UiPath. The pricing is good globally. It could be a little bit cheaper, but it is good."

"UiPath is exceptionally more expensive than Automation Anywhere. UiPath is far ahead of its competition, but in terms of finances, Automation Anywhere offers better value and is more effective for organizations seeking cost-effective solutions."

"Our advice is that anybody interested in this product should negotiate product bundles in order to reduce the cost of installation and setup."

"Automation Anywhere's pricing falls within the mid-range, but the long-term benefits outweigh the initial investment."

"If it is saving FTE and Generating a good ROI then it is Worth Investing."

"Automation Anywhere might have a higher upfront cost than some competitors, but its extensive features and seamless integration with other tools can save organizations money in the long run."

"I'm not sure what the monthly licensing cost is, as that is taken care of by another team, but I would say it's around $100,000."

"The pricing for Automation Anywhere is reasonable."

More Automation Anywhere pricing and cost advice

"The solution is quite reasonable compared to other solutions in the market."

"I think pricing of this model is suitable for growing corporations."

"It is a bit expensive, but you definitely get what you pay for. It is worth it!"

"Pricing is simple, as it’s per concurrent analysts."

"The pricing is based on a subscription model."

"There is a subscripted needed to use Clarity SM. The price of the solution could be less expensive. ServiceNow is less expensive and BMC Helix is priced similar to Clarity SM."

"I don't see anyone other than large companies being able to afford this system."

"Clarity offers a perpetual license. Customers purchase the license once and then pay for maintenance. CA provides a subscription model as well. Both models are available for our customers."

"This product is very cheap when compared to other platforms."

"We reduced our costs compared to our previous solution, which was really expensive. We managed to reduce costs by half by switching to IT Care Center, not including any professional services."

"Compared to other products in the market, pricing is reasonable. It does meet our usage and requirements."

"Buy it as one package, not as modules. That is from my knowledge and experience. Most of the time, it has better pricing. They have flexibility by price size in the negotiation."

"The licensing model is very flexible."

"With SysAid, we paid for every end-user. If we had 100 end-users, we had to pay for each one of them. With IT Care Center, we can have as many users as we want. We only pay for the end unit. We have the asset manager and different models that we can use for the same price. So, it reduces costs."

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

17%

Manufacturing Company

12%

Construction Company

11%

Computer Software Company

Financial Services Firm

25%

Construction Company

13%

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

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Small Business	20
Midsize Enterprise	15
Large Enterprise	66

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Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	2

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Also Known As

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

CA Service Desk Manager, Clarity Service Management, CA Service Management, Unicenter Service Desk, CA SDM, CA Service Catalog, CA Business Service Insight

IT Care Center Asset Management, IT Care Center Analytics, IT Care Center Application Delivery, IT Care Center Service Catalog

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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

Clarity SM stands out as a comprehensive IT service management solution, notable for its wide range of features including service catalog integration and robust change management capabilities, making it a valuable choice for enterprises seeking to streamline their IT operations.

Clarity SM is designed to enhance IT processes through its advanced availability architecture and seamless integration with CA platforms. It offers a powerful configuration management database and process automation, significantly improving IT efficiency. Despite its strengths, it faces challenges such as integration costs, scalability issues, complex workflows, and outdated documentation. Enterprises employ Clarity SM for incident and problem management, leveraging customization for knowledge management and CMDB applications in diverse environments.

What are the key features of Clarity SM?

Integrated Service Catalog: Smooth handling of service requests through a unified platform.
Flexibility and Customization: Tailors to specific enterprise needs while balancing control.
Advanced Availability Architecture: Ensures high uptime and reliability.
User-Friendly Interface: Simplifies operations with an intuitive design.
Strong Incident and Change Management: Streamlines processes to manage IT changes effectively.

What benefits and ROI can users expect from Clarity SM?

Enhanced Customer Service: Improved user interactions and service delivery.
Increased Efficiency: Automation and integration reduce time and effort in IT operations.
Customizable Solutions: Adaptability to meet unique business requirements.
Seamless Integration: Works well with other CA platforms to unify IT processes.

In healthcare, Clarity SM aids in managing patient data and ensuring service reliability. Retailers utilize it for IT incident management across multiple outlets, reducing downtime. Financial institutions benefit from its auditing and compliance features to maintain secure operations. Each industry tailors Clarity SM capabilities to meet specific IT challenges and goals.

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IT Care Center enhances IT management through efficient ticket handling, workflow creation, and extensive integrations, enabling customized solutions and promoting self-sufficiency.

Known for its robust features, IT Care Center is ideal for managing IT incidents, requests, and change management. It streamlines workflows for HR processes like onboarding and offboarding, supports project management, and offers dashboards, license management, and monitoring capabilities. With plans for cloud migration, it aims to further enhance deployment flexibility while needing improvements in mobile responsiveness, UI design, SSO integration, and admin resources. Users seek enhanced connectivity with tools such as Teams and Cisco, and the development of a native mobile application for better productivity tracking.

What are the key features of IT Care Center?

Sub-task Listing: Organized task management.
Easy Ticket Management: Streamlined ticket handling process.
Workflow Creation: Customized processes for efficient management.
Tool Integrations: Compatible with tools like Slack.
Custom Forms and Fields: Personalized user configurations.
Reports and Diagnostics: Advanced insight and troubleshooting.
Automation: Enhanced service speed and accuracy.

What benefits or ROI should users evaluate?

Improved Efficiency: Saves time with self-service capabilities.
Reduced Dependencies: Minimizes need for external support.
Data-Driven Insights: Helps in strategic decisions with robust reporting.
Increased Flexibility: Customizable configurations without vendor support.

Industries implement IT Care Center to improve internal customer support and manage IT workloads effectively. It's often deployed on-premises with cloud options being explored to meet evolving business needs, making it suitable for companies managing IT processes, asset tracking, and workforce transitions.

IT Care Center

Sample Customers

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

Banco G&T Continental City of Perth, FEMSA, Fujitsu, Manpower, Muslim Commercial Bank - MCB, Punjab National Bank, Santa Clara County Social Services, Stefanini

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