We are using Micro Focus Service Management Automation X (SMAX) on-premise and on the cloud using Kubernetes.
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Simple to configure, highly scalable, but support could improve
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable features of Micro Focus Service Management Automation X (SMAX) are that it is user-friendly, easy to configure, and adaptable."
- "The initial setup of Micro Focus Service Management Automation X (SMAX) is complicated, but once it is set up the configuration is straightforward to adapt to the users' or customers' needs."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
The most valuable features of Micro Focus Service Management Automation X (SMAX) are that it is user-friendly, easy to configure, and adaptable.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Micro Focus Service Management Automation X (SMAX) for approximately three years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Micro Focus Service Management Automation X (SMAX) is very stable and reliable.
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What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
This solution is highly scalable.
Our whole IT, Service, Internet, Program Management teams are using the solution.
How are customer service and support?
Micro Focus Service Management Automation X (SMAX) support is similar to how it is for all vendors, the first line of support is not very good. We do our own diagnosis, and we expect the problems to be escalated to the second level of support as soon as possible, but sometimes it takes quite a while to get there. I know it has to do with internal processes, but it could be much better.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup of Micro Focus Service Management Automation X (SMAX) is complicated, but once it is set up the configuration is straightforward to adapt to the users' or customers' needs.
What other advice do I have?
I would advise others that you need to know what you are doing when using this solution. You need to know what Service Management is. To start working with the solution you don't need any special knowledge of coding, it's very straightforward usage.
I rate Micro Focus Service Management Automation X (SMAX) a seven out of ten.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer. Partner
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