KACE Asset Management Appliance vs Qualys Exposure Management comparison

KACE Asset Management Appliance vs. Qualys Exposure Management

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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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Adam Augustín

Country Manager at Prianto Ltd

Remote control and massive deployment streamline operations efficiently

It seems that it is a bit difficult to learn and purchase. The requirement for employees to be certified before purchasing is understandable yet can be a hurdle. A focus on more simplicity and user-friendly features would be beneficial. More training deals, up-to-date articles, and improved documentation would help users navigate the solution more intuitively.

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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

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"The flexibility: If there is anything the tool cannot do, we have the ability to make a MetaBot to achieve that functionality. The overall flexibility of the tool makes it very useful for us in our landscape."

"Document automation has impacted efficiency and productivity because initially, we tried training the module on multiple unstructured documents, which resulted in less efficiency, but over time, we have trained with multiple documents, and it is now achieving great accuracy."

"Easy to access: Without the need to download and install software on a local machine, we can access the RPA application from virtually anywhere."

"By providing the companies with such a useful and productive tool, they save a lot of time and money on tasks that can be performed by small bots."

"The features I most appreciate are the built-in version control system, historical log, audit trail features, and the breadth of RPA action commands included out of the box."

"IQ Bots are extremely powerful. We are using them increasingly more where we're about to look through a lot unstructured sources, like PDF documents, scanned images, contracts, etc. We are able to take the data out, then use that toward processing structured data and creating insights for our clients."

"The universal recorder is a kind of hybrid recorder that enables the user to record the data across devices."

"The tool is a huge time saver. If I want to do something manually, it will take half an hour, but the bot can do the task within minute or seconds. In a day, month, or year, this will be a huge amount of time for me. A reduction to a fraction of seconds will be a big impact."

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"The solution is scalable."

"We have a support team here in India that has been helpful. We have not reached out to the global support for Quest KACE Asset Management Appliance."

"Quest KACE Asset Management Appliance is highly stable."

"We use the solution for IT service desk management and asset management."

"Remote control and massive deployment for fixing bugs and issues on multiple computers and systems at once are highly valued."

"Feature-wise, I think it's more to do with the usability. It's pretty simple and it's got a very low learning curve, so that helps a lot. Feature-wise, things work pretty well as it's provided a lot of information available on the guides and the manuals, and things work as per the description."

"The platform offers efficient stability."

"If you consider cost, support, stability, and usability, then it's better; it's slightly on the costlier side, but it's much more stable than most of the other solutions."

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"The most valuable feature of the solution is the external channel."

"What I like about Qualys VM is the dashboard presentation. It's very good."

"Vulnerability management is the most valuable one and it’s a must in every organization."

"This is one of the best products I have worked with so far. I like the power of Qualys, and it's a better solution because you can scan a compact file, a BIT file, or batch files. The product already knows what's happening inside, and you don't need to expand the package. Tenable will do the same thing, but you need to have a package issuance claim. With Qualys, we can immediately understand the file, even a compact file. If there's some kind of discovery or incident, you will know what happened in the environment."

"There are many features. Its reliability, ease of installation, ease of use, and the richness of the information provided are the most valuable features."

"Qualys VMDR is easy to understand and provides detailed reports."

"It's a good product. After the scan our internet works well. It scans our security posture."

"The most valuable feature is the certificate management."

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Cons

"Automation Anywhere has some limitation with its integrations. You can build your logic with MetaBots and .NET components, e.g., if something is not gathered by Automation Anywhere or built into functionality, you can write a MetaBot. A MetaBot is like an external component. You can write it through C# or .NET code, and make a DLL, and import it. This is not open to all data types or EXE functionalities which can be written through C#. You have to define your variable types, matching them with Automation Anywhere existing variable types. Because of the knowledge required, I cannot let another person, who doesn't know Automation Anywhere, build my external DLL code."

"Having fewer connection instances would make it more secure, more simple to troubleshoot, and possibly more flexible with the type of applications in use."

"Automation Anywhere is not fully compatible with browsers other than Internet Explorer while working with web extraction."

"As of now IQ Bot only takes/fetches the record of the places that we have marked. e.g. Invoices fields that are dynamic in nature are very difficult to fetch the data from the scan copy. If this feature gets added, it will save a lot of time for developers."

"When comparing the code under version checks, although there is a change done, it doesn't say so because the change is done at the variable level and not in the line of code."

"I would like more integration into the entire Microsoft Suite of products, not just Excel."

"There are a lot of things that need to be improved, especially related to the Control Room, but you can develop and scale with this tool very, very fast."

"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."

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"Quest KACE Asset Management Appliance can improve by incorporating AI and machine learning into the solution."

"The initial setup was burdensome for us because we manually deployed it."

"The first thing I don't like about KACE is that it needs to have a proper service desk. The categories and the command section do not reflect the users and the permanent users porting commands on updating. There is an issue and delay in loading the commands. We also want a proper structure for infrastructure management. Also, the AI chatbot and user template options are missing."

"The price of the solution is high, it would be beneficial if it was more flexible and less expensive."

"Quest KACE Asset Management Appliance could improve areas related to the management of updates, especially concerning new operating systems."

"Sometimes, it feels like the inventory it takes is not 100% accurate. I would say it is correct 90% of the time. We have had some issues. So, we have to rely on some factors of inconsistency in the data."

"It seems that it is a bit difficult to learn and purchase."

"The remote desktop tool they are using needs improvement. They have integrated some third-party tools for remote desktop connections but that is a bit complicated. That can be further simplified."

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"Qualys does have an on-prem solution, but it is very expensive."

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

"If AI features were integrated, it could enhance the capabilities significantly."

"We are moving away from Qualys to Defender ATP because I find that Defender ATP is much better at prioritizing the vulnerabilities that I should be looking at."

"From the application security perspective, Qualys has a way to go."

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

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

"We face issues while scanning multiple assets."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Licensing costs range from $50,000 to $200,000."

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

"The price is very reasonable."

"Annual licensing costs would be about $100,000."

"It's cheaper than other similar solutions."

"Talk to your manager and try to procure an automation license for training. This will allow you to train people, so you can move to automation."

"I don't know exactly what the pricing schemes are for the product as this type of negotiation is not my responsibility, but I think the basic pricing comes to $15,000."

"I feel the cost of licensing is very high for the A2019 version."

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"The product is expensive."

"Quest KACE Asset Management Appliance provides two remote desktop licenses which are helpful. The price of the solution is high, it would be beneficial if it was more flexible and less expensive."

"I would rate the solution's pricing a six out of ten."

"It is less expensive as compared to SCCM."

"The solution is expensive."

"Usually every implementation is different and the quote is in function of number of assets."

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

"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."

"In Nigerian Naira, we spend about roughly four to five million to use this solution and this is expensive compared to solutions like Nessus."

"The pricing and licensing for Qualys could be improved."

"The license is on a yearly basis."

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

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Top Industries

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Outsourcing Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Construction Company

17%

Financial Services Firm

14%

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Outsourcing Company

Financial Services Firm

14%

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Manufacturing Company

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Small Business

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Small Business	161
Midsize Enterprise	85
Large Enterprise	561

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Small Business	21
Midsize Enterprise	12
Large Enterprise	74

Questions from the Community

How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

It depends on your use case. Is it simply to automate a couple of processes? Is it to augment a human team? AA is ver...

How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

From my experience using AA tool, it depends on the applications that you want to automate, because there some applic...

How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

It is a highly preferred RPA tool. You can check my Automation Anywhere Review to know more.

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Quest KACE Asset Management Appliance?

They are maybe on the higher end, however, their solutions suit bigger companies well. Building a solution out of sma...

What needs improvement with Quest KACE Asset Management Appliance?

It seems that it is a bit difficult to learn and purchase. The requirement for employees to be certified before purch...

What is your primary use case for Quest KACE Asset Management Appliance?

I am more on the sales side of the business, so I do not use it that much. However, companies with more than fifty em...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Qualys VMDR?

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing shows that we can consider both time and money saved.

What needs improvement with Qualys VMDR?

I haven't explored Qualys VMDR's vulnerability lifecycle automation yet. One of my analysts mentioned that queries la...

What advice do you have for others considering Qualys VMDR?

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Also Known As

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

KACE Asset Management Appliance, KACE Asset Management

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

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Qualys

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

KACE Asset Management Appliance enhances asset usability with popular package management and inventory features, ideal for companies that lack systems. The tool provides seamless Windows upgrades, remote control, and deployment, making it essential for businesses managing multiple devices.

KACE Asset Management Appliance provides streamlined asset management, featuring prominent package management and inventory functionalities that support seamless Windows upgrades and remote control for bug fixing. Users greatly value its capabilities for remote printer work and automated compliance reporting. Suggested improvements include enhanced remote desktop integration, more precise inventory accuracy, and effective service desk features. Simplifying these elements, integrating AI for better image management and operating system deployment would enhance its effectiveness. Updated documentation, user-friendly features, and enhanced training are needed to overcome learning challenges and certification requirements.

What are the most important features of KACE Asset Management Appliance?

Usability with Low Learning Curve: Makes it accessible for organizations with limited IT resources.
Package Management and Inventory: Popular features for streamlined asset management.
Remote Control and Deployment: Allows for effective bug fixes across multiple devices.
Automated Compliance Reporting: Ensures up-to-date compliance without manual intervention.
Remote Printer Work: Facilitates management of remote printing tasks.

What benefits or ROI should users look for in reviews?

Consolidated Data Management: Combines data from multiple desktops and laptops.
Efficient IT Service Desk Management: Supports efficient handling of service desk tasks.
Seamless System Upgrades: Simplifies upgrading systems to new Windows releases.
Private Cloud Integration: Essential for organizations working within private cloud environments.
Scalability for Large Distributed Workforce: Suitable for businesses with over fifty employees and multiple clients.

This appliance is frequently implemented by companies for deploying Windows and non-Windows patches, managing IT service desks and assets, and facilitating software installations. Common within private cloud environments, it supports businesses managing over fifty employees, numerous clients, and a distributed workforce who need consolidated data management for effective IT operations.

Quest Software

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

Coastal Community Credit Union, St. Dominic Hospital

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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