SAP Process Orchestration vs Workato comparison

SAP Process Orchestration

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Categories and Ranking

SAP Process Orchestration

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Business-to-Business Middleware (7th)

Workato

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

5.9

Number of Reviews

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Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) (1st)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Application Integration solutions, they serve different purposes. SAP Process Orchestration is designed for Business-to-Business Middleware and holds a mindshare of 3.9%, down 7.0% compared to last year.
Workato, on the other hand, focuses on Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS), holds 4.9% mindshare, up 4.5% since last year.

Business-to-Business Middleware Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
SAP Process Orchestration	3.9%
SEEBURGER Business Integration Suite	10.2%
IBM Sterling B2B Integration Services	9.0%
Other	76.9%

Business-to-Business Middleware

Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Workato	4.9%
Boomi iPaaS	7.0%
MuleSoft Anypoint Platform	6.7%
Other	81.4%

Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS)

Featured Reviews

Vasanth Kumar Sabaapathi

Senior Lead Architect at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees

Simplified integrations bring flexibility and efficiency to diverse industries through comprehensive features and robust support

SAP is already trying to make improvements for SAP Process Orchestration by releasing updates every quarter, including patches and modules, and from a security standpoint, while it's a tightly coupled tool, they are introducing a lot of enhancements aligned with current market trends. There are standard contents readily available for starting integrations, which suit around 90% of every industry across verticals including pharma, manufacturing, and employee data central with SuccessFactors integration. Regarding functionality-wise improvements in SAP Process Orchestration, they are now incorporating the Salesforce system. Previously, we needed to rely on a third-party adapter for integration within SAP, but now they are building their own adapters to connect with Salesforce. Additionally, there are options like data connectors using Ariba coming up with SAP Process Orchestration. There's much more to explore, especially as they release new patches, enhancements, and adapters each quarter.

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AshishPatil1

Technical Consultant at IST Technology

Data processing efficiency increases with workflow automation but could improve on handling high volume data

The most valuable feature of Workato is that billing is based on task actions; whatever actions we take on the Workato platform will determine the task consumption and billing for each workflow. More optimized workflows lead to less billing for clients. Furthermore, they have introduced a Copilot feature for automation, helping build recipes and code with simple prompts. Additionally, they are developing AI solutions for clients. These are some top features, along with various others implemented per client specifications, such as CICD implementation and runtime connection changes. The benefits of using Workato for our customers include automating business workflows and data integration. By addressing their manual efforts, which are time-consuming and prone to errors, Workato helps clients reduce costs while increasing productivity. We implement solutions that enable seamless data integration between different systems, minimizing time-consuming manual processes. A positive impact we see is cost reduction, as manual efforts are significantly lowered. For example, in production support teams, manual processes are streamlined through CICD implementation, allowing for a seamless integration of different environments with minimal errors and faster deployment.

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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

"SAP Process Orchestration offers easy maintainability and is a very flexible tool that easily adapts to any integration standards and artifacts that are readily available."

"SAP is now one of the leaders in integration."

"The monitoring is one of the greatest features in Process Orchestration because it is user-friendly and easy for somebody who is not experienced."

"The most valuable feature of SAP Process Orchestration is its flexibility in being able to build integrations with SAP systems and non-SAP systems."

"The solution offers very good documentation and manuals to assist with understanding the solution."

"The solution makes it easy to solve integration problems."

"It provides essential features such as continuous monitoring of all interfaces are crucial for our needs."

"The solution is working well; we don't have any operational problems with it at all."

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"The integration was done within a week, what we thought might take us two months to complete."

"Personally, I enjoy using Workato, and my company feels that it results in significant time savings since it is easy to understand and allows new team members to onboard quickly."

"Moreover, AI automation simplifies integration development by understanding requirements from prompts and creating the necessary automation."

"With Workato, as soon as an invoice is put in our vendor management system, we sync it within two to three minutes, providing a real-time experience."

"The delivery time has drastically improved using Workato because of its low-code feature and pre-built connectors which are very easy to use compared to MuleSoft."

"It's easy to understand, makes flows and is efficient."

"I absolutely think it is worth the money to have Workato as a tool."

"Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."

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Cons

"Its administration management feature needs to be simpler to use."

"The monitoring governance offered by SAP is too technical and needs to be geared more toward business users."

"The main issue is that these products, which evolved from Process Integration to SAP Process Orchestration, will be replaced and will have no support in the future."

"It is scalable, but there can be performance issues with high data volume or traffic, especially during month ends."

"In terms of technical support, it would be helpful if they handled the tickets a bit faster when queries are sent to them."

"The solution could be more scalable."

"The older version of the solution will no longer be supported."

"It is scalable and it requires some maintenance."

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"I have observed some minor stability issues with Workato, particularly related to connectors failing occasionally and delays in report sending."

"In Workato, there are some limitations regarding very high transactional data in file formats. For instance, we have a 90-minute job timeout, and queues larger than 10,000 size will be purged."

"The only minor drawback would be if there was a UI at the front of it, for apps and for a portal as well, it would make it really easy. It would be really useful if there were more apps capabilities."

"My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing was a bit challenging in the past because the client I was working for did not have an unlimited license to use unlimited tasks and could not create many different processes and flows in Workato."

"Workato could be improved by adding a proper debugging feature. Currently, there's no way to set breakpoints to stop the process and debug an error as you can in other tools like webMethods."

"From a technical standpoint, the security features at the data orchestration level could be more organized, and improvements in certificate management are necessary."

"The data flow and debugging processes need improvement, especially for tracing issues. Additionally, Workato struggles with scalability when handling high volumes of data, such as terabytes, requiring chunking for initial data loads."

"There are some issues with sending and receiving HTTP requests."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The cost of SAP products is quite high but the quality is really good."

"The product is not a low-priced solution, but I can say that it is competitively priced in the market."

"The price of SAP Process Orchestration was reasonable."

"Normally, you will have to choose CPU-based licensing...I rate the tool price a five out of ten."

"The license is a one-time payment, and additional costs are only incurred on the infrastructure side since it's an on-premise solution."

"The fee for maintenance is costly."

"We subscribe to annual licenses, and the competitive license cost is reasonable."

"It's not an expensive solution."

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"Speaking about price, I would say that it's market-related. Also, there are costs in addition to the standard license fees since different add-ons depend on what you require."

"On a scale of one to ten, the pricing is around a six. We have a consumption model and the pricing is higher. If you are using any kind of ML-based approach, machine learning, or some advanced analytics, you may have to pay more."

"Workato is an expensive solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

11%

Computer Software Company

10%

Construction Company

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

11%

Computer Software Company

10%

Outsourcing Company

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	8
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	26

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	7
Midsize Enterprise	6
Large Enterprise	7

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SAP Process Orchestration?

The price for SAP Process Orchestration is a little high when compared to market trends, which is just how the business is. I would rate it an eight.

What needs improvement with SAP Process Orchestration?

What is your primary use case for SAP Process Orchestration?

The main use case for SAP Process Orchestration is that it's an SAP proprietary tool which integrates within SAP and outside SAP. It's the most familiar middleware tool which is used for integrations.

What needs improvement with Workato?

In Workato, there are some limitations regarding very high transactional data in file formats. For instance, we have a 90-minute job timeout, and queues larger than 10,000 size will be purged. Addi...

What is your primary use case for Workato?

The usual use cases for Workato include real-time data processing from either SFTP or SAS, and we have implemented multiple use cases for our clients in the past 3.5 years. For example, the employe...

What advice do you have for others considering Workato?

I have been working with clients for Workato implementation, focusing on consulting and implementing solutions for their business needs. We automate basic workflows and handle various complexities ...

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Also Known As

SAP NetWeaver Process Integration, NetWeaver Process Integration

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Overview

SAP Process Orchestration offers centralized monitoring, extensive integration capabilities, and flexible connectivity, supporting smooth interactions between SAP and non-SAP systems. Its robust tools facilitate B2B operations and enhance automation, providing enhanced workflow efficiency across platforms.

SAP Process Orchestration serves as a key middleware choice for enterprises needing integration solutions. It supports e-commerce, e-invoicing, and seamless data exchange on a global scale. With capabilities in security and transaction handling, the suite facilitates AI and B2B integrations while connecting ERP systems to third-party solutions. Highly beneficial prepackaged content, Java Message Service, and comprehensive documentation make it a preferred choice. Users value its adaptability and ease of use. However, updates to its interface, cloud integration, handling large data volumes, and scalability are sought after to improve Java reliance along with technical support and cost efficiency enhancements.

What features define SAP Process Orchestration?

Centralized Monitoring: Simplifies oversight across workflows.
Adapter Variety: Includes REST and SOAP for diverse connectivity.
Robust Integration: Ensures seamless SAP and non-SAP connectivity.
B2B Support: Enhances business-to-business operations.
Prepackaged Content: Offers automation tools and process efficiency.
Java Message Service: Supports reliable communication.

What benefits and ROI can users expect?

Flexibility: Easily adapts to changing business needs.
Enhanced Automation: Streamlines processes, increasing efficiency.
Comprehensive Connectivity: Facilitates integration with various systems and platforms.
Documentation: Provides detailed guidance for usage.

SAP Process Orchestration is widely implemented in sectors that require robust integration capabilities. It supports industries ranging from e-commerce to financial services, managing secure data exchanges and fostering AI integration. Its versatility allows use in cloud and on-premises applications, promoting enhanced connectivity and optimized workflows.

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Workato excels in integration and automation with features like a drag-and-drop interface and extensive connectors for cloud applications, boosting productivity.

Workato's platform is designed for seamless enterprise integration, utilizing AI automation for simplified development. Non-technical staff benefit from its user-friendly, low-code/no-code setup, allowing efficient workflow creation. The extensive pre-built connectors facilitate connection with applications such as Salesforce and SAP, reducing manual tasks and optimizing automation processes. Although improvements are needed in customization and code-friendly features, its robust integration capability makes it a valuable tool.

What key features does Workato offer?

Drag-and-Drop Interface: Simplifies workflow creation for users without coding skills.
Low-Code/No-Code Capabilities: Enables non-technical staff to build integrations.
Extensive Pre-Built Connectors: Eases integration with popular SaaS applications.
User-Friendly Design: Provides accessibility to a broader range of personnel.
AI Automation: Streamlines development with intelligent automation features.

What benefits do users find in Workato?

Enhanced Productivity: Automation reduces manual effort and increases efficiency.
Improved ROI: Integrations lower costs and enhance operational productivity.
Ease of Use: Simple interface democratizes integration capabilities.
Cloud and SaaS Agility: Supports various cloud applications for versatile use.

In industries such as finance, technology, and healthcare, Workato facilitates integration and process automation across platforms. It's commonly used for onboarding, financial transactions, and data synchronization, leveraging pre-built connectors for streamlined operations. Enterprises in these sectors achieve greater productivity and data interaction.

Sample Customers

Lenovo, Dansk Supermarked A/S, Ego Pharmaceuticals Pty. Ltd, Kaeser Kompressoren

Panera Bread, Berkshire Hathaway, Salesforce, Box, Splunk, ComScore, IBM, Complex Media, Microsoft, Home Depot, Cisco, News Corp, Braille Institute

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