IBM Tivoli Access Manager [EOL] vs One Identity Manager comparison

IBM and One Identity are both solutions in the User Provisioning Software category. Additionally, 93% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 94% of One Identity users who would recommend it.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Tivoli Access Manager [...

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

3.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

One Identity Manager

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

185

Ranking in other categories

User Provisioning Software (1st), Identity Management (IM) (1st), Identity Governance Administration (IGA) (2nd)

Featured Reviews

it_user711612

Senior Consultant at a insurance company with 1,001-5,000 employees

Reverse proxy provides central control over authentication and authorization.

It is a single product that caters for all the business needs throughout the organization. It provides a seamless integration that in turn encourages most of the applications to use the SSO features Reverse proxy is the most valuable feature as it provides central control over authentication and…

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Neha Chhangani

Business Analyst at a startup based organization

Centralized identity governance has automated lifecycle management and simplifies compliance

One Identity Manager could be improved by making the initial setup and configuration simpler, especially for complex workflows and integrations. The user interface and reporting dashboards could also be more modern and intuitive with better out-of-the-box analytics. Additionally, clearer documentation and faster implementation guidance would help organizations get value more quickly. One specific challenge my team encountered was the complexity during initial configuration, especially when setting up custom workflows and role models which required more time and expertise. We also felt that out-of-the-box reports and dashboards are limited, and more customizable real-time analytics would be helpful. Better documentation and guided setup wizards would make adoption easier, particularly for teams new to identity governance tools. One improvement I think One Identity Manager needs is the enhanced self-service experience. The end-user self-service portal could be more intuitive with clearer guidance for access requests and password resets. Additionally, while integrations are solid, deeper cloud-native connectors and API-driven automation would help in hybrid and multi-cloud environments. A more responsive mobile interface or dedicated app for approvals and tasks would help managers who are often on the go. One more improvement is the built-in predictive insights or trend dashboards around access patterns and risk could improve proactive governance. More descriptive error messages and in-tool troubleshooting tips during setup configuration would reduce dependency on external documentation or support.

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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 SSO, URL-based access control, OAuth 2 and OIDC are the most valuable features."

"Capabilities of advanced security are enhanced to support strong, flexible authentifications and authentications based on risks as well as critical internet vulnerabilities."

"Since its birth it is an unbelievable stable product."

"I like the primary function of this product allowing the administration of user/network accounts with a fair amount of ease."

"It is a very stable and good product."

"Provided more secure computing."

"Tivoli Access Manager's proxy product (WebSEAL) is extremely fast."

"The WebSEAL reverse proxy is great for protecting your critical systems."

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"One Identity is one of the most feature-rich platforms on the market. It covers every use case. The user interface has been improved, making it easier to make it look like what customers want. It's easier to customize than a lot of competition solutions. There are nearly a thousand built-in processes that you can edit and customize according to your needs."

"All our lifecycle processes have been improved; some processes used to last around five days, now they are about one day or a couple of hours, which is very good for the user experience of our workers."

"The solution is very stable and we rate it a twelve out of ten."

"One Identity is simple to implement. About 90 percent of the implementation is configuration rather than scripting and creating the connectors."

"One Identity Manager has had a positive impact on our organization as it has allowed us to streamline the use of Active Directory accounts and strengthen our security."

"The most valuable feature of One Identity Manager for me is its Designer tool."

"Implementing One Identity Manager has completely eliminated the manual process, indirectly saving our organization's money and providing a clear return on investment through significantly reducing manual efforts for business reports and saving considerable time for the quality team."

"There were significant productivity benefits over our previous platform with the increased automation which took the process of onboarding staff down from days to minutes."

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Cons

"What I don’t particularly like is the flow duration."

"I have not tested the stability yet."

"This product is also available in the appliance offering which has not yet matured and has many issues."

"The pricing is always costly."

"Installation and configuration. If you don’t know the requirements of the supporting components, it could be complicated to install and this has been improved in the later versions that are renamed to IBM Tivoli Security Access Manager."

"The product has not been updated with emerging technologies over the years specifically around AJAX, REST and Mobile app integration."

"Redundant Policy servers had to be manually configured using LB."

"Sometimes, there are long running support tickets (for 6-8 months) and that is unacceptable from the customer's point of view."

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"The One Identity Manager web portal needs simplification."

"The identity governance components have some room for improvement, particularly the ability to terminate an employee's ID after leaving the company."

"AI, intuitiveness, and automations could be improved."

"Integration and implementation complexity would be one area for improvement in One Identity Manager."

"The current version we have is stable but there are bugs, of course. There are many bugs."

"The performance could use improvement. Sometimes synchronizations take too long."

"The performance is quite bad, but this is because we have a very old version."

"There is no out-of-the-box or very easy way to configure processes to manage non-human accounts. The functionalities that we have built are totally customized on top of what One Identity provided out of the box. It would have been nice to see some out-of-the-box or plug-and-play features available for it."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The IBM prices are, as ever, extortionate, even with a business partnership, and high levels of discounts."

"One Identity is cost-efficient from a licensing perspective. However, one drawback is that it's expensive on the hardware side for the customer to set up. One Identity's professional services team recommends various components. They lose some of the cost advantage because the hardware is expensive and requires maintenance."

"Pricing depends on licensing models, such as per-user licensing and feature-based pricing. Additional models like governance, provisioning, and reporting increase costs."

"It's costlier that some other products, and there is nothing that fits every solution."

"One Identity Manager is fairly priced."

"We pay yearly and per active user. One of the reasons that we chose One Identity Manager is because of the pricing. It is reasonable and affordable compared to other products which we considered before choosing this solution for the company."

"The licensing cost is per user."

"The price of One Identity Manager is cheaper than SailPoint."

"It was okay for us. It was not too much for us. It was nearly the same as other products. It was not expensive."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

15%

Construction Company

14%

Marketing Services Firm

13%

Outsourcing Company

13%

Outsourcing Company

14%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Construction Company

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	9
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	18

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	112
Midsize Enterprise	34
Large Enterprise	124

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for One Identity Manager?

Pricing, setup cost, and licensing are handled by our management team, so I do not handle those aspects.

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What needs improvement with One Identity Manager?

One Identity Manager could be improved with a simpler user interface and a better onboarding process. The platform is very powerful, but the learning curve is steep for new administrators and new u...

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What is your primary use case for One Identity Manager?

Our main use case for One Identity Manager is identity governance and administration, which we have been using for about three years. We use it for automated user provisioning and de-provisioning a...

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Also Known As

Tivoli Access Manager, IBM Security Access Manager

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Overview

IBM Tivoli Access Manager is a robust and secure centralized policy management solution for e-business and distributed applications. IBM Tivoli Access Manager WebSEAL is a high performance, multi-threaded Web server that applies fine-grained security policy to the Tivoli Access Manager protected Web object space. WebSEAL can provide single sign-on solutions and incorporate back-end Web application server resources into its security policy.

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One Identity Manager offers centralized identity management with strong audit and compliance support, lifecycle automation, and streamlined access provisioning. It integrates with systems like SAP, Active Directory, and cloud platforms to enhance security and efficiency.

One Identity Manager provides extensive customization and flexible role-based access control, making it an effective tool for managing identities across different environments. Its centralized system supports lifecycle automation and offers seamless integration with multiple platforms, such as SAP and Active Directory. With robust audit and compliance tools, it helps organizations improve security and operational efficiency. Although there is room for improvement in database performance and user interface design, its current features offer substantial time savings and error reduction through effective automation and governance capabilities.

What are the standout features?

Extensive Customization: Tailor solutions to fit specific needs.
Role-Based Access Control: Flexible management based on roles.
Centralized Identity Management: Single interface for all identity processes.
Lifecycle Automation: Automate onboarding and de-provisioning.
Integration Capabilities: Links with SAP, Active Directory, cloud platforms.
Audit and Compliance Support: Strong tools for security and compliance.

What benefits and ROI should be expected?

Time Savings: Reduce manual identity processes.
Operational Efficiency: Streamline complex workflows.
Improved Security: Enhance compliance and reduce risks.
Error Reduction: Minimize manual errors through automation.
Comprehensive Visibility: Better insight into identity processes.

One Identity Manager is widely implemented across industries like finance, healthcare, and manufacturing. In finance, it ensures compliance with stringent regulations by automating user access audits and approval workflows. Healthcare organizations use it to manage access in complex environments, ensuring patient data confidentiality. Manufacturing industries benefit from its integration capabilities, enabling seamless workflows across multiple systems and enhancing productivity.

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Sample Customers

Essex Technology Group Inc.

Texas A&M, Sky Media, BHF Bank, Swiss Post, Union Investment, Wayne State University. More at OneIdentity.com/casestudies

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