CA Asset Portfolio Management vs Lansweeper comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 18, 2024

CA Asset Portfolio Management and Lansweeper are competing products in the IT asset management sector. Lansweeper has the upper hand due to its robust features, offering a worthwhile investment.

Features: CA Asset Portfolio Management offers comprehensive lifecycle management, advanced analytics, and full integration with the service desk. Lansweeper provides automated network discovery, detailed asset reporting, and a robust help desk service.

Room for Improvement: CA Asset Portfolio Management could benefit from simplifying its complex processes, reducing initial costs, and enhancing integration capabilities. Lansweeper may improve by expanding its feature set, refining support for larger networks, and optimizing reporting functionalities.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: CA Asset Portfolio Management provides a flexible deployment model with notable customer service but can be complex and time-consuming. Lansweeper's deployment is straightforward with rapid configuration and reliable support, preferred for speedy implementations.

Pricing and ROI: CA Asset Portfolio Management involves higher initial setup costs but delivers significant ROI over time. Lansweeper offers cost-effective pricing with a quicker ROI by providing essential features without undue overhead, appealing to budget-conscious purchasers.

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Automation Anywhere

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Nadeem K.

Rpa Developer at a consultancy with 11-50 employees

Automation has freed teams from repetitive finance and supply tasks and supports global operations

In the current organization, we had trouble initially because I think the documentation and support could be better than what it is now. This is one difference between Automation Anywhere and other RPA tools such as UiPath. In UiPath, if you have an issue, you go to the UiPath website and search for it, and you get lots of help materials. In Automation Anywhere, you do not get exactly what you are looking for. You get a very large number of results when you search for something, and from this large result set, you have to filter out what you need, or only partial information will be available. User handbooks are available for each product. In that regard, I would say Automation Anywhere is lagging compared to other RPA tools. It is difficult to get hold of their customer support team. I want to clarify that it is not a matter of us building logic on Automation Anywhere and it failing. When it is a product-related issue, they have to give us support because we only know how to develop within Automation Anywhere. We do not know how to fix Automation Anywhere itself. Whenever we have an issue, trying to get in touch with them always takes three to four business days.

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Enterprise systems management team lead

Integrates well, highly stable, and scalable

CA Asset Portfolio Management can improve the uploading of batch information. I have to upload large amounts of information and it can take a long time to finish. There are some other solutions that are better, such as Micro Focus. We have approximately 10,000 PCs that we are busy processing and we have to upload information to them but when we use this solution it is complex. When we use Micro Focus it is better.

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EdSantos

System Administrator at Loma Linda University

Significant asset management capabilities boost IT efficiency and support proactive monitoring

A positive aspect of Lansweeper is that they maintain a 30-minute recurring schedule with us for feedback. I have mentioned to the Lansweeper team that I would appreciate a clear separation between computers joined to our on-premise domain and those joined to the Microsoft Entra directory, as this distinction is currently difficult to make. In terms of reporting and knowledge, Lansweeper completely fulfills our needs. The software installation capability is being phased out as they now have the cloud version app, where this ability and Actions have been removed. My experience is primarily with Windows systems in Lansweeper, but it also supports Mac systems. We are currently adding Macs to scanning, though functionality is somewhat limited compared to Windows. It scans servers too, though this isn't the primary focus. Regarding network scanning, there are some security considerations due to specific service or port requirements on switches. For Windows needs in terms of asset management, report creation, and detailed information visibility, it is an excellent product. Building reports is straightforward, and while the database is quite extensive and may require research depending on needs, the information is readily available.

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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

"We have seen more efficient processing and less number of errors due to quality control."

"The capacity to use Automation Anywhere in the cloud is the most valuable feature."

"Excel automation is especially helpful because a lot of small companies are still using Excel as their data storage."

"As we were closing our fiscal year, we had this huge backlog that we needed to clean up. The business was preparing to hire 12 people to do that, and even though they were not sure they could handle it, we built the process to extract and do the entire process just in two weeks. We were able with a single person to clean the entire backlog, which gave us huge benefits."

"It eliminates redundant work from our offshore team to free up FTEs."

"Automation is very important if you want to grow your business to the next level because of the transparency, speed, and scalability for any organization."

"The tool is now more stable, with more opportunities and new commands, like recording for the UI or advanced Excel features."

"The ease of use of getting started is probably the big thing. They had a lot of references that we were able to check. It is a well-known player, and being able to get up and running quickly was the big thing."

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"From an implementation standpoint, and what we've seen so far of what it can do, I'd say we're extremely satisfied."

"Also, the software you have, you can monitor for end of life. If you have software that is end of life, then you can have it uninstalled and buy the new software, so you can make sure that you're not running into vulnerabilities with unsupported software in your environment."

"This product has added value to our organization by our increased ability to track assets, status, and lifecycle as well as being able to monitor assets when they are active."

"When we chose the CA product, it was the best product for all the tasks we had to do."

"With the CA Asset Management tool, we have the ability to very quickly find our software compliance, so now, as an ongoing process, we know exactly where we stand with software and the opportunities that we have in our environment."

"You could also look for software that is no longer being used and you can re-deploy the software, so then you save from a purchasing standpoint because you don't have to buy the software again."

"Cost, time, and risks that relate to auditing of compliance are greatly reduced with the use of IT asset manager."

"Gives better control over software and licenses and reduces risk from a software audit."

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"The use of Teams for EdgeScript agent and agentless scanning of devices within our network proves valuable."

"The most valuable feature of Lansweeper is IT asset management. In the realm of cybersecurity, having knowledge of what is on the network is critical. We are able to conduct reports and see the assets we have. Initially, the solution required a machine on the local network to scan everything, but it has evolved to include agents that can report to a device, and more recently, an agent that can send data to the cloud even if the device is outside of the network. This has proven to be especially useful during the pandemic, as it has allowed us to keep track of devices that have been sent home with employees."

"A great value is the fact that it supports multiple platforms, and it is agentless. Obviously, it still requires credentials, but being agentless makes it much easier to deploy, especially for a small business. It leaves fewer things to maintain. Especially for a small or medium business, it is a tremendous product."

"We've found the most value right now in the inventory of the equipment."

"Its functionality is very solid. The best part about it is that, when you have issues in getting information back from nodes, it tells you what the issue is, and you can quickly go to the specific nodes and respond to or repair those. There is an agent option, but to me, as a small business, the preference is to avoid agents where possible because you probably don't have the staff to keep up with them all."

"The solution is easy to deploy, easy to use, and scalable, whether for 1,000 devices or 1,000,000 devices."

"It is very flexible and very powerful. The reporting scripts that are continually posted are a real benefit. It makes it easier for someone who is a consumer, but not necessarily a power user, to quickly create and run reports, get updates, and know what tasks need to be performed."

"One valuable feature is the ability to monitor log-on times, providing insights into whether users are rebooting their machines as claimed. This is useful in scenarios where users may not be aware of the need to reboot for system optimization. Lansweeper helps verify such information by collecting log data. Another noteworthy feature is the capability to track CPU, memory, and network usage on workstations at intervals, say every thirty minutes. This allows me to assess the user's experience and validate their claims about resource consumption. For instance, if a user complains about high memory usage, Lansweeper enables me to verify the actual usage and address the issue accurately. This level of monitoring granularity is something I find particularly useful and haven't seen in many other tools."

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Cons

"Overall, I am pretty satisfied with Automation Anywhere. The UI is pretty straightforward. However, the customer service could be improved."

"The implementation process is complex, as there is integration with other applications."

"I could personally use automated testing, which we currently do not have in Automation Anywhere."

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

"Triggers work in the attended mode on Automation Anywhere. I would love it if we could use triggers in the unattended mode too. This way we can use the feature more in our IT sector. E.g., when any service or folder is accessed by unauthorized person, we want to be able to get an immediate trigger, even on "out of office", this would be helpful for my organization."

"The error handling command on this solution still needs improvement, especially when compared to other platforms that are doing very well."

"When we are moving from one version to another version, it's very difficult because most of the features stop working. They should first test everything and then release the new version. For example, there's a system variable known as the Excel Cell Row.... When going from version 11.1 to 11.3, this variable was suddenly not supported, and most of our bots were dependent on that. Everything went down..."

"I would definitely say Citrix automation is one area we have continued to struggle with for the last two months."

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"There were a lot of things that we had to prepare for that we weren't thinking about with this installation. I think from a CA standpoint, the software was good. But us preparing for that, we had a lot more work to do."

"IT asset manager is very complex when integrated with other systems like HR, help desk, procurement and supply chain systems."

"I would like to see more control over audit trail features, where you can turn on and off fields."

"Initially, each upgrade, the process for it was a little different. Having to go, this upgrade was going to be different from this one, going to be different from that one, that was a bit of a headache."

"One additional improvement – the reporting aspect in SAM is poor; we need different reporting for different purposes – compliance reporting for executive management and the product teams."

"CA Asset Portfolio Management can improve the uploading of batch information. I have to upload large amounts of information and it can take a long time to finish. There are some other solutions that are better, such as Micro Focus."

"As I'm looking into financial reporting and audits, new features to help with this would be good."

"Complex software to understand at the beginning."

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"The support experience hasn't been satisfactory. Establishing a direct connection with someone is challenging, as communication is limited to chat or forums through a web link. There's a lack of direct interaction with support personnel, making it difficult to have real-time conversations or seek immediate assistance, which is not ideal."

"For example, Lansweeper can scan 7-Zip version 7.2, but when a new version 7.3 comes out, Lansweeper shows it as new software, requiring us to manually add this software to the whitelist or change it in reports; it should be counted as the previous version."

"We would greatly benefit from the ability to continue software installations and assistance with Windows updates, focusing more on action-oriented features."

"It would be beneficial if the solution could show more account-related information, beyond just the main Active Directory user account, and include management capabilities for other account types."

"We're trying to use it for the help desk, but that's not exactly its strong suit."

"I did not use the ITSM tools aspect, which connects to a CMDB, because that was not how I utilized the BMC tool, so I do not have an opinion on how it could be improved."

"The feature to deploy software in endpoints needs to be improved."

"Over the years, while we expanded from tracking around 5,000 to 6,000 computers, the licensing cost increased significantly, going from roughly $300 to about $2,500, which strained our budget as a non-profit healthcare organization."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I think the pricing is reasonable, but clients often perceive it as expensive."

"It's the best RPA tool, but the pricing could be improved."

"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."

"The enterprise version is expensive for small businesses and individual users."

"There are some additional costs beyond the standard licensing fees. There are a couple of add-ons we've looked at: The IQ Bot for OCR and machine-learning were add-ons, as well as the Bot Insights - the analytics."

"Based on what I've heard, it's costly, but I don't know much about its pricing."

"Licensing for Automation Anywhere (AA) is paid on a yearly basis. Out of all the RPA tools, it has the most value for money, e.g. what you pay is what you get."

"It has good licensing costs which are average for the market."

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"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive, I rate Lansweeper's pricing a seven out of ten."

"The Lansweeper's price has increased and is now on par with or even higher than competitors, it still offers significant value in the area of IT asset management."

"Its cost is terrific. It has a great price and is cost-effective, and the license is free under a hundred nodes. I like the fact that it gets regular updates. Of course, it notifies you of the product and you can patch it and all that, but I like the fact that it is very affordable for the number of nodes. A company with three or four computers doesn't need it, but a company that has dozens or hundreds has to have some kind of governance. It can do everything such as Windows, Linux, and network devices, and the discovery is really intelligent. For example, you'd find smart devices, IOTs, and things like that. I'm very happy with it."

"It is not high and it is fair according to the worth it offers."

"It actually costs some money in the long run because of the licensing model."

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Top Industries

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Outsourcing Company

14%

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Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Outsourcing Company

22%

Construction Company

17%

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Manufacturing Company

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10%

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It is quite cheap compared to other solutions, and the installation was very easy.

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Also Known As

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

CA IT Asset Manager, CA Asset Manager, ITAM, IT Asset Manager, CA SAM, CA Software Asset Manager, Asset Portfolio Management, Asset Portfolio Manager

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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

CA Asset Portfolio Management integrates with Service Desk, automates asset discovery, and offers centralized inventory, enhancing cost control and license compliance while reducing audit costs and risks for organizations managing assets across multiple locations.

CA Asset Portfolio Management is designed to simplify asset tracking, enhance decision-making for new purchases, and ensure precise lifecycle tracking. It provides significant value by reconciling inventory with licenses and producing compliance reports, making it ideal for organizations operating in decentralized environments. Users can consolidate information efficiently by integrating it with their CMDBs. While it performs strongly, there is room for improvement in integration with HR and other systems, initial comprehension, financial reporting, and cloud cost management. Enhanced mobile management and batch information uploading are also desired, along with a unified inventory and compliance system.

What are the key features?

Service Desk Integration: Aligns asset management with IT service management for streamlined operations.
Automated Asset Discovery: Automatically identifies and tracks hardware and software assets.
Centralized Inventory: Provides a consolidated view of all assets for better oversight and control.
Lifecycle Tracking: Monitors asset lifecycle stages to optimize resource allocation.
License Reconciliation: Matches inventory with software licenses to ensure compliance.

What benefits should be sought in reviews?

Cost Reduction: Enhanced cost control and lowered audit-related expenses.
Improved Compliance: Mitigates compliance risks through precise license tracking.
Efficient Decision-Making: Supports informed purchasing decisions through comprehensive asset tracking.
Risk Mitigation: Reduces audit-related risks and enhances compliance reporting.

In industries like IT and cloud management, CA Asset Portfolio Management is utilized for tracking software purchases versus installations, ensuring efficient lifecycle asset management, and supporting compliance efforts. It is integrated into CMDBs to consolidate resources and manage decentralized environments. Users pair it with tools like Client Automation and CA SAM for effective hardware and software discovery, making it a robust choice for asset management.

Broadcom

Lansweeper provides efficient IT asset management, automating scanning, discovery, and reporting while offering robust cloud capabilities. It's designed for IT, security, and executive teams to enhance insights and strategic planning.

Lansweeper is known for its comprehensive IT asset management features, including automated scanning, detailed reporting options, and extensive hardware and software tracking. Its agentless deployment and support for various platforms boost performance and usability, facilitating real-time data management with cloud capabilities. While many value Lansweeper's robust functionality, users point to areas for improvement, such as customer support, enhanced cloud features, and report customization. Scalability in large networks and better integration of security functions like vulnerability management are noted as areas for growth.

What are Lansweeper's key features?

Automated Scanning: Efficiently discovers and tracks hardware and software assets without manual intervention.
Centralized Dashboards: Offers a unified view of asset data across multiple platforms.
Cloud Capabilities: Ensures real-time data access and management anytime, anywhere.
Vast Reporting Options: Provides customizable and detailed reports for in-depth analysis.
Agentless Deployment: Simplifies implementation across devices without needing software agents.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Cost Control: Manages IT budgets effectively with comprehensive asset tracking.
Compliance Tracking: Ensures adherence to industry regulations through detailed reporting.
Strategic Planning: Offers insights that aid long-term IT and security planning.
Enhanced Security: Monitors device and software status to identify potential vulnerabilities.
Improved Efficiency: Automates many tasks, freeing teams to focus on strategic initiatives.

Lansweeper is widely implemented in industries to manage IT and OT assets, offering detailed endpoint monitoring, automated task scheduling, and desktop inventory management. Companies utilize it for license counting, software deployment, and enhancing security by tracking device status and software updates.

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