IBM CICS Reviews

Name: IBM CICS
Brand: IBM
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)

Vendor: IBM

5.0 out of 5

2 reviews
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What is IBM CICS?

IBM CICS is a set of enterprise application servers with exceptional transactional performance and connectivity for mission-critical transactions. CICS applications are written in a wealth of languages, from Java to COBOL - all hosted in a highly scalable and secure environment.

IBM CICS is the #1 ranked solution in top Transaction Processing solutions. PeerSpot users give IBM CICS an average rating of 10.0 out of 10. IBM CICS is most commonly compared to Oracle Tuxedo: IBM CICS vs Oracle Tuxedo. The top industry researching this solution are professionals from a comms service provider, accounting for 10% of all views.

IBM CICS mindshare

As of March 2026, the mindshare of IBM CICS in the Transaction Processing category stands at 50.0%, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Transaction Processing Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
IBM CICS	50.0%
Oracle Tuxedo	50.0%

Transaction Processing

Key learnings from peers

Last updated Mar 26, 2026

Valuable Features

"There simply is no other platform that is capable of matching it in terms of processing capacity, flexibility, and reliability/availability."
"CICS is a phenomenal software which just keeps adding business value."
"The most valuable features of this solution are speed, resiliency, evolution, and mixed language support."

Room for Improvement

"I'd like for the CPSM component to be more flexible in terms of maintenance deployment."
"I'd like for the CPSM component to be more flexible in terms of maintenance deployment."

These insights are based on the in-depth reviews provided by peers to help you make a better buying decision.

Top industries

By visitors reading reviews

Comms Service Provider

10%

Energy/Utilities Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

10%

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Government

Manufacturing Company

Marketing Services Firm

Retailer

University

Hospitality Company

Performing Arts

Outsourcing Company

Mining And Metals Company

Real Estate/Law Firm

Recreational Facilities/Services Company

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Healthcare Company

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Learn more about IBM CICS

IBM CICS was previously known as CICS.

IBM CICS customers

Equens, EVRY, HSBC Bank Argentina, Garanti Bank, HDI-Gerling

Product Categories

Transaction Processing

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IBM CICS Reviews Summary
Author info	Rating	Review Summary
owner at zResource	5.0	Having used it for over 40 years, I find this solution unparalleled in speed, reliability, and scalability for critical transactions, with excellent customer support. My only wish is for more flexible maintenance deployment in its CPSM component.
Sr. Solution Architect or Program Manager at a financial services firm	5.0	Having used CICS for over 10 years, I find it an excellent, robust, and stable transaction system with great ROI. It scales well, but I believe it needs better tools for screen design and internet-type solutions.