DX Performance Management vs OpenText Network Automation comparison

Why PeerSpot?

The compared Broadcom and OpenText solutions aren't in the same category. Broadcom is ranked #2 in DXNO , with an average rating of 9.0, and holds a 25.4% mindshare in the category. OpenText is ranked #14 in NA , and holds a 3.2% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of Broadcom users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 80% of OpenText users who would recommend it.

DX Performance Management

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96% willing to recommend

OpenText Network Automation

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80% willing to recommend

DX Performance Management

OpenText Network Automation

Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

DX Performance Management

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Infrastructure Capacity Planning (1st), Network Monitoring Software (38th), DX NetOps (2nd)

OpenText Network Automation

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Automation (14th)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Network Management solutions, they serve different purposes. DX Performance Management is designed for DX NetOps and holds a mindshare of 25.4%, down 36.8% compared to last year.
OpenText Network Automation, on the other hand, focuses on Network Automation, holds 3.2% mindshare, down 3.9% since last year.

DX NetOps Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
DX Performance Management	25.4%
AppNeta by Broadcom	28.4%
DX Spectrum	27.0%
Other	19.200000000000003%

DX NetOps

Network Automation Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
OpenText Network Automation	3.2%
Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform	14.7%
Cisco DNA Center	9.9%
Other	72.2%

Network Automation

Featured Reviews

reviewer1810893

Senior IT Operations Specialist at a financial services firm with 5,001-10,000 employees

Flexibility and detailed performance stats enable effective network monitoring

Spectrum is very good at monitoring all network faults and configurations. It enables me to take action based on network issues. The Performance Management provides detailed network performance stats, including CPU, memory, and interface bandwidth. Additionally, Spectrum is flexible and allows me to organize and treat devices uniquely without impacting other devices.

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reviewer1480065

Service Operations Engineer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Allows to upload necessary firmware to your device and perform the upgrade

With OpenText Network Automation, firmware can be uploaded for specific devices. If you need to upgrade a device, you can use this tool, though it may not apply to all devices. The software allows you to upload the necessary firmware to your device and perform the upgrade. Additionally, it enables you to check multiple devices for specific configurations and automates the search process and the configuration of multiple devices.

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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

"Spectrum is very good at monitoring all network faults and configurations."

"My sales representative, I would not trade him in for the world. He has done a really good job. I am really happy with him."

"The most valuable of CA Performance Management is consolidated network infrastructure monitoring and reporting."

"Scalability is the reason we bought the product to begin with; it was designed from the ground up for carrier-grade services, and we are in effect an MSP ourselves, so we were really interested in looking at something to be able to handle the multi-tenancy and scale as large as possible, and this was the only solution that we really considered at that level."

"When devices are having performance issues, it proactively build dashboards which allow us to go and do health checks, and resolve problems before they become an issue."

"It is the gathering of the whole performance data in our environment and our network environment, for us and our customers."

"There is another component of the tool called Network Flow Analysis. It gives us the ability to troubleshoot issues which do not appear right away."

"Since the implementation of the tool, it has cut down on probably 60% of our outages and letting us know what is going on."

More DX Performance Management pros

"Pushing the network configuration to bulk devices. This saves a considerable amount of time that the engineer spends in pushing the network configuration."

"We're able to set security policies and configure devices exactly how we want them."

"With OpenText Network Automation, firmware can be uploaded for specific devices. If you need to upgrade a device, you can use this tool, though it may not apply to all devices."

"Micro Focus tools are mature tools, that are well developed."

"When compared with SolarWinds, it is more user-friendly, and tasks can be completed more quickly."

"It's great because you have a one-unit solution to aggregate network data, so it's one entry point for getting all the configuration into the same dashboard or same application."

Cons

"CA PM Business Hours Filtering: I understand that all monitoring systems have defects. The Business Hours Filtering does not always function properly. Sometimes, when applying business hours to CA PM reports that are 30 or more days in duration, the report generation times out and does not display results. We have other CA PM reports that, when we apply Business Hours Filtering, the report results displayed are the same as without the filter. We are not sure if this is a defect in CA PM or if it is a result of our complex configuration (folder structure) and application of business hours."

"The database should have higher availability in case of an incident."

"I would like to have more tasks, graphs, and possibilities for linking to the graphs and reports added to the solution."

"What we want to see: More integration inside of Spectrum and integration of role-based access."

"We experience disconnections between the solutions own components."

"It needs role-based administration."

"Install is done as root, which is a security no-no, and the database IO requirements were not stated correctly, which lead to a year of instability."

"Policies could be improved."

More DX Performance Management cons

"Compatibility of the devices needs to be enhanced, as it seems to be limited."

"We've found some problems that may or may not have to do with our infrastructure. There are also some software defects that we've found."

"We just spoke with some of the product managers. We are getting some serious performance issues that have some serious repercussions for support."

"Level one administration task can be defined in Micro Focus Network Automation but it could be more simplified."

"When compared to other automation tools that are available in the market, more can be done to improve this solution."

"The tool performs slowly."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"I like the licensing model because it's device-based."

"The tool's pricing is based on the number of network devices."

"We were looking at other vendors in the marketplace for NetFlow, and CA just beat everybody else in price, cost, and the size to implement. "

"Do your homework and know how many devices you will be managing out of the gate. Be sure to project what your growth will be each year."

"We purchase a license to use the solution every three years and we have multiple contracts. They have been increasing the price annually. We have a baseline for three years and then we need to pay the difference from the baseline, and we are in the process of negotiating a new price for all the licenses we need. The price overall is affordable."

"They should provide more scalable licensing for the product."

"Pricing is reasonable, but if you compare it with other network Operation Management tools that are available on the market, it's expensive."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Outsourcing Company

23%

Construction Company

11%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

Performing Arts

15%

Financial Services Firm

12%

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Company Size

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Small Business

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Small Business	5
Large Enterprise	25

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Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with DX Performance Management?

Spectrum's topology view sometimes does not rebuild automatically when a device is shut down and reconnected. It requires manual discovery and rebuilding of the topology, which I hope can be improved.

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What is your primary use case for DX Performance Management?

I have used Spectrum for monitoring all network faults, configurations, and troubleshooting network issues. It provides network performance stats, such as CPU, memory, and interface bandwidth detai...

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What advice do you have for others considering DX Performance Management?

I would recommend this solution based on its functionality, flexibility, customizability, and ease of use. Overall, I would rate the solution an eight out of ten. I am just a customer and not a par...

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Compared 8% of the time

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DX Performance Management

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Network Automation

October 2026

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Also Known As

CA Performance Management

Micro Focus Network Automation, HPE Network Automation

Overview

DX Performance Management provides crucial network visibility and performance monitoring, offering device certification, integration with key tools, and efficient network analytics through advanced features.

DX Performance Management is a comprehensive solution for network performance, health, and capacity monitoring. It facilitates baselining, trending, and real-time visibility, aiding in capacity planning and incident alerting. It integrates with services like NetFlow, NFA, and ADA, supporting multiple device types. Its database performance allows for efficient analysis with scalability across different device counts, while customizable dashboards provide a single-pane-of-glass view for network insights.

What are the key features of DX Performance Management?

Device Certification: Ensures network devices meet specific standards and requirements through thorough certification processes.
Integration: Seamlessly connects with NetFlow, NFA, ADA, Spectrum, and CAPC for robust network insights.
Report Generation: Offers automated report generation for enhanced network analysis.
Customizable Dashboards: Provides a tailored view of network performance metrics on a single screen.
Advanced Alerting: Monitors network conditions with sophisticated alerting mechanisms for proactive responses.
Scalability: Adapts to growing network demands with efficient performance across multiple device counts.
Multi-Tenancy: Supports various tenants within the same infrastructure, ensuring resource optimization.
Historical Data Analysis: Delivers past performance data for in-depth trend analysis and decision support.

Which benefits and ROI should users expect from using DX Performance Management?

Efficiency: Enhances network analysis through fast database performance and customizable interfaces.
Decision-Making: Improves decision support via comprehensive visibility and detailed performance metrics.
Scalability: Offers a flexible solution capable of growing with network demands.
Customization: Allows tailoring of reports and dashboards to meet specific analytical needs.
Integration: Provides seamless connectivity with other network management tools and service desks.

Network service providers implement DX Performance Management to deliver in-depth insights, monitoring routers and switches for SNMP data collection, aiding CPU, memory, and interface utilization analysis. It's integrated with network fault management and service desks, providing comprehensive performance analytics.

Broadcom

OpenText Network Automation delivers efficient network management solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency and streamline network processes for enterprises.

This powerful tool provides automated workflows that reduce manual tasks and enhance connectivity across networks. It integrates with existing systems to facilitate seamless network operations. Built with scalability in mind, it supports growing IT environments and adapts to changing demands while providing robust security features.

What are the main features of OpenText Network Automation?

Automated Workflows: Streamline repetitive tasks to boost efficiency and accuracy.
Scalability: Adjusts to the growth and complexity of network infrastructure.
Integration Capabilities: Connects with current network systems for unified operations.
Security Enhancements: Provides advanced protection to safeguard network data.

What benefits and ROI should be expected?

Cost Efficiency: Reduce operational costs through automation of manual processes.
Enhanced Network Performance: Ensure optimal network functionality with minimal downtime.
Risk Mitigation: Lowered chances of errors with automated network management.
Strategic Resource Allocation: Free up IT resources for strategic initiatives.

OpenText Network Automation finds application across industries such as telecommunications, financial services, and healthcare. These sectors benefit from improved network reliability and reduced operational expenses. Its adaptability permits customized deployments, fulfilling specific industry demands while complying with regulations.

OpenText

Sample Customers

Jack Henry & Assoc, Target, CenturyLink, Bell Canada, BrightHouse Networks, Telus, Unisys, Verizon, Southern California Edison, GEICO, Fidelity Investments, Wells Fargo, American Family Insurance Group, Deutsche Telekom AG

Tech Mahindra, Avea, China Merchants Bank, NNIT, Distinctive Software Solutions, Virgin Media, NEC Australia, Osiatis, Hostworks, Retegal, Allianz Shared Infrastructure Services SE (ASIC), State of Kansas Division of Information Services and Communications (DISC)

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