IBM Tivoli Asset Management for IT vs Qualys Exposure Management comparison

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IBM and Qualys are both solutions in the IT Asset Management category. IBM is ranked #21, while Qualys is ranked #5 with an average rating of 8.5. Additionally, 100% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 95% of Qualys users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 13, 2026

Qualys VMDR and IBM Tivoli Asset Management for IT compete in asset management and vulnerability management domains. Qualys VMDR seems to have an advantage due to its competitive pricing and superior customer service.

Features: Qualys VMDR offers integrated vulnerability assessment and detection, real-time insights, and focus on security scanning. IBM Tivoli Asset Management for IT provides extensive asset management functionalities, supporting complex IT infrastructures with robust capabilities.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Qualys VMDR features a straightforward cloud-based deployment with responsive customer service. IBM Tivoli Asset Management for IT, though requiring more substantial on-premise deployment, allows deep customization.

Pricing and ROI: Qualys VMDR is more cost-effective, with lower setup costs and earlier ROI due to its efficient vulnerability management. IBM Tivoli Asset Management for IT offers significant ROI through its comprehensive asset management despite higher initial costs.

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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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HarshalDeore

Solutions Architect at Parseq

A user-friendly solution that has a good user interface, but its technical support is not good enough

Around 20 to 25 staff members are needed to deploy and maintain the solution, including two managers, one architect, and other implementers. IBM Tivoli Asset Management for IT does not adopt the latest technology. The solution can be integrated with our existing IT environment through some web services and connectors. Overall, I rate the solution a seven out of ten.

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Ajay Paul

System Engineer at a outsourcing company with 10,001+ employees

Vulnerability management has prioritized high‑risk patching and simplified bulk system reporting

The primary issue is with the reporting functionality. Even though we fix vulnerabilities, the reports do not reflect the changes immediately. Sometimes we need to manually run a script to scan the systems before Qualys Enterprise TruRisk Management will update the scan results. The main issue is the reporting delay, and sometimes the Qualys Enterprise TruRisk Management agent will not scan the system, which means we do not receive accurate reports in a timely manner. Additionally, there are many metrics for calculating vulnerabilities, such as the Qualys ID, severity scores, CVSS scores, and other metrics. The abundance of information can be confusing. These two aspects are the most significant negatives I have experienced with this tool.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"The most valuable feature is the screen recorder, which helps to automate processes easily."

"Very comprehensive with different platforms especially SAP and Oracle EBS."

"They have a credential vault, which is 256-bit encrypted. That is the highest security that can be provided when it comes to credential maintenance. With a credential vault, other than the user who is entering the password, no one else knows what the password is."

"The ease of use and its ability to change the code when something in the main process or core process changes. The ease of use is really good."

"The advantage of Automation Anywhere is that you don't necessarily have to come from a programming background."

"Some processes that have taken 24 hours for our guys to do, now take seven to eight hours for our bots."

"Having a cloud-based deployment provides more flexibility because we just need an internet connection for connecting the agent into the AA cloud."

"This solution has helped us in several ways, the first of which is scheduling processes."

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"IBM Tivoli Asset Management for IT is a user-friendly solution that has a good user interface."

"It's also highly customizable, allowing us to tailor it to our needs."

"Performs automated, regular scans in the network."

"We also like the flexibility in their licensing."

"I like the Qualys Cloud Agent because it's very easy to use."

"The solution shows us classic categories, including high, medium, and low risks. It also shows critical items, and that gives us the advantage of prioritizing things."

"Using the policy compliance module allowed this to be automated and saved time as well as generated more complete coverage of assets leading to greater assurance."

"Qualys Enterprise TruRisk Management is a very good software application to scan each and every vulnerability and, through that, it prevents the attackers from exploiting the systems, servers, or our data and prevents data leaks in short."

"The prioritization of vulnerabilities has improved our remediation efforts by around thirty to thirty-five percent."

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Cons

"We need a native way in Automation Anywhere's framework to tie all that information together, including AI dashboard, governance dashboards, and document automation results."

"Over the time that I've worked with Automation Anywhere, I have experienced downtime, crashes, or performance issues."

"Some of the biggest improvements they can make are with the interface. It can be improved in terms of usability or searching for something. For example, icons are hard to find. Typically, you jump into the search box, but being able to go in and find things quickly with the eye could be very valuable."

"We want it to work with more APIs. It needs to integrate with multiple APIs. That would be something that I would like going forward."

"One improvement would be to implement a log mechanism within the workflow, similar to other automation tools. Currently, the log mechanism uses a text file. If we want to monitor a process, we need to check manually."

"The improvements that we could see would be the increased stability of each A2019 releases and reduce the likely impact on existing features. We are also looking to see improvements in the upgrade and bot deployment processes to make them easier and less interaction with back end servers."

"The API integration should be improved further since it is a bit difficult at the moment to connect with the API in the enterprise version."

"I would like a couple more features where I can talk and the line comes up automatically. I can just put on a mic, like in "Ok Google". With "Ok Google", I can tell it to please open an Excel spreadsheet with the header read. If this is there, then I don't even need to sit on a computer, I can just dictate my commands and it will automatically come up."

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"The solution’s initial setup is complex and technical support is not good enough."

"It would be nice to have an all-in-one solution that was automated and could handle the scanning and reports as well as the patching and updating."

"I felt hindered sometimes within reports in that they were lacking somewhat on the customization side in terms of making use of the data."

"The IoT scan is not great."

"The user interface (UI) is quite complicated."

"I have used the support from Qualys Container Security and they could improve their knowledge."

"I am not happy with the technical support because I had a very bad experience with them."

"I think the only area to improve it is the way the scores are calculated."

"When you want to cover yourself for scalability, you will be charged for the number you place on the scan itself."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Our company is investing a lot of money in Automation Anywhere. They have saved money wherever humans are working. They invest a lot of money in FTEs and other logistics, so the money saving is very pretty good with Automation Anywhere. While I don't know the exact figure, the tool is saving us millions of dollars as well as saving about 40,000 hours in the last year."

"As far as costs, it depends on your use. We started with a basic department pack, which is over 10K. The additional costs depend on the scale of the engagement and how it pans out. We customize to our needs on the go."

"This is a value for the money product."

"They recently launched a Community Edition, which is okay, but they should have done this a long time ago."

"Automation Anywhere is competitive... Pega is somewhat comparable, but Pega also requires a lot more infrastructure and a lot more experience to get up and running."

"Automation Anywhere has an advantage in terms of licensing. It is more cost-efficient compared to all other RPA platforms. It is a recommended solution when clients need a cost-efficient automation tool to perform unattended automation."

"We were required to purchase licenses and bot runners, which determined the permissible run times for the bots."

"I am using that Automation Anywhere Master Certification for version 11. Recently, this has been updated in Automation Anywhere University. Until this month, it's free to use. There are no charges. That's why I would like to complete it this month."

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"IBM Tivoli Asset Management for IT is an expensive solution."

"There are no additional fees in addition to the standard licensing fees."

"Qualys VM is quite expensive. It's a subscription-based license, and it's yearly. Right now, it's open for me, and I don't have any limitations or caps on the licenses. They are seeing if the product is viable for 4500 users. I can add as much as I want, and at the end of the subscription, they'll let me know how many licenses were actually used and bill me accordingly. On a scale from one to five, I would give their pricing a three. It's still expensive."

"The solution is expensive."

"The tool's pricing is expensive and I would rate the pricing a seven out of ten."

"The license is on a yearly basis."

"They have recently changed the pricing model, which is now better than it was before."

"Qualys is cheaper and more affordable than other solutions."

"Qualys is a pay-as-you-go model, so there's flexibility to the pricing."

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Top Industries

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Outsourcing Company

14%

Comms Service Provider

12%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

11%

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Financial Services Firm

13%

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Small Business	162
Midsize Enterprise	86
Large Enterprise	565

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Also Known As

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

Tivoli Asset Management for IT

Qualys VM, QualysGuard VM, Qualys Asset Inventory, Qualys Container Security

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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

IBM Tivoli Asset Management for IT is a comprehensive asset management tool tailored for IT environments. It helps organizations manage their IT assets effectively, optimizing lifecycle management and ensuring better resource utilization.

Tivoli Asset Management for IT integrates seamlessly into IT environments, offering a robust platform for tracking, managing, and optimizing IT assets. Utilizing advanced features, it provides detailed insights that support strategic decision-making, enhances operational efficiency, and reduces risks. Known for its ability to manage complex asset inventories, it aids in cost reduction and productivity improvement. Enterprises can rely on its flexibility to align asset management strategies with business objectives.

What are the most important features of Tivoli Asset Management for IT?

IT Asset Tracking: Efficiently tracks and manages all IT assets within an organization.
Lifecycle Management: Optimizes the lifecycle of assets from procurement to retirement.
Compliance Management: Ensures compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Cost Management: Provides tools for cost tracking and financial analysis of assets.

What benefits or ROI should users expect from IBM Tivoli Asset Management for IT?

Improved Asset Utilization: Enhances the usage and performance of IT assets.
Cost Savings: Reduces unnecessary expenses and improves financial management.
Risk Reduction: Minimizes risks associated with asset management and compliance.
Operational Efficiency: Streamlines processes and boosts overall productivity.

IBM Tivoli Asset Management for IT is widely implemented across industries like healthcare, banking, and manufacturing. In healthcare, it streamlines the management of medical devices and IT systems, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance. In banking, it optimizes asset portfolios to enhance security and performance. Manufacturing firms use it to maintain equipment availability and ensure cost-effective operations.

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Qualys VMDR is a comprehensive cybersecurity tool offering vulnerability management, patch management, and continuous monitoring with real-time asset discovery. It delivers scalable, cloud-based solutions that enhance security operations without additional infrastructure.

Qualys VMDR provides a robust platform for enterprise security, integrating vulnerability management, compliance, and asset inventory for full visibility across cloud and on-premises environments. It features a comprehensive dashboard with threat intelligence-driven prioritization and remediation capabilities. Users benefit from accurate assessments via agent-based scanning and appreciate the intuitive, customizable scanning and reporting interface. However, there's room for improvement in false positive reduction, UI simplification, and integration capabilities, along with enhancements in asset management for large-scale deployments and the vulnerability database. Enhancing technical support speed, patch management, compliance standards, and inter-module navigation would further enrich user experience.

What are the key features of Qualys VMDR?

Vulnerability Management: Identifies and manages security vulnerabilities across environments.
Patch Management: Ensures systems are updated with the latest patches.
Continuous Monitoring: Offers real-time insights into security posture.
Asset Discovery: Provides up-to-date asset inventory and visibility.
Threat Intelligence: Enhances prioritization and remediation processes.
Customizable Dashboard: Facilitates easier scanning and reporting through an intuitive interface.

What benefits can users expect when evaluating Qualys VMDR?

Scalability: Cloud-based deployment offers easy, cost-effective expansion.
Accurate Assessment: Agent-based scanning keeps security data current.
Enhanced Security Operations: Comprehensive features streamline vulnerability management.
Advanced Reporting: Facilitates detailed insights for better security decision-making.

Qualys VMDR is widely used in industries needing stringent security and compliance measures, offering comprehensive vulnerability and compliance management. It is deployed to secure web applications, servers, and crucial assets, supporting a wide range of sectors by ensuring policy adherence and vulnerability tracking through its powerful cloud platform.

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Sample Customers

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

Migros Zurich, Tyr_ns AB, Port Otago Limited, BTC, Royal Boskalis Westminster N.V., AIG, Swedish Match, DTE Energy

Agrokor Group, American Specialty Health, American State Bank, Arval, Life:), Axway, Bank of the West, Blueport Commerce, BSkyB, Brinks, CaixaBank, Cartagena, Catholic Health System, CEC Bank, Cegedim, CIGNA, Clickability, Colby-Sawyer College, Commercial Bank of Dubai, University of Utah, eBay Inc., ING Singapore, National Theatre, OTP Bank, Sodexo, WebEx

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