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ARIS BPA vs OpenText ProVision comparison

Software AG and OpenText are both solutions in the Business Process Management (BPM) category. Software AG is ranked #8 with an average rating of 8.3, while OpenText is ranked #44. Software AG holds a 5.2% mindshare in BPM, compared to OpenText’s 0.2% mindshare. Additionally, 88% of Software AG users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 66% of OpenText users who would recommend it.
ARIS BPA
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88% willing to recommend
OpenText ProVision
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  • 218 Views
  • 142 Comparison Views
66% willing to recommend
 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 18, 2024

ARIS BPA and OpenText ProVision compete in the business process analysis space. ARIS BPA has an advantage in pricing and support, while OpenText ProVision distinguishes itself with its comprehensive features.

Features: ARIS BPA focuses on robust analytics, effective process modeling capabilities, and process optimization. OpenText ProVision emphasizes enterprise architecture with detailed modeling and analysis across various business functions, providing a wider architectural approach.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: ARIS BPA offers straightforward deployment with process-driven implementation and efficient customer service. OpenText ProVision has a complex deployment landscape with a steeper learning curve and extensive customization options, supported by strong customer service requiring intensive initial support.

Pricing and ROI: ARIS BPA usually has lower setup costs and quicker ROI due to focused implementation and efficient resource use. OpenText ProVision involves higher initial costs but delivers significant returns over time, ideal for enterprises benefiting from its extensive features.

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Categories and Ranking

ARIS BPA
Ranking in Business Process Management (BPM)
8th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
66
Ranking in other categories
Business Process Design (4th)
OpenText ProVision
Ranking in Business Process Management (BPM)
44th
Average Rating
6.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
3
Ranking in other categories
Enterprise Architecture Management (27th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2025, in the Business Process Management (BPM) category, the mindshare of ARIS BPA is 5.2%, up from 5.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of OpenText ProVision is 0.2%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Business Process Management (BPM)
 

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Veronika Ellermann - PeerSpot reviewer
Very user-friendly application; ARIS has an active user community; Content-sharing in the tool to be improved
The Risk and Compliance Management tool is rather complex. So, we customized it. Customization was done by SAG and was done fast. The facility for sharing content should be enhanced. For example, it would be nice if you could share content with viewers who do not explicitly have access to the model. As it is now, if you share a process with somebody that does not have access to the model, then the person receives a link that simply tells them they have no access. Particularly, when you're in the process of modeling something and you want to share it because you want to get feedback from your colleagues, I would appreciate being able to share that content. It could be valid for a period, such as 24 hours or one week. This is something that would help.
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reviewer1944672 - PeerSpot reviewer
Good attribute attachment but problems with collaboration
I primarily use OpenText ProVision to create our end-to-end process repository and library for different parts of the organization, capturing the collaboration process to get the right inputs OpenText ProVision's best feature is the capability to attach a variety of attributes and extract and…
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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

"you want to do modeling with the old notation form, ours was EPC, you can use the same object in the BPMN because the database is built in a way that you can use both things. So you only have to define it once, and if the notation form is BPMN and those kind of activities, you can use the same EPCs, so there is a connection between them."
"The ability to sort via multiple criteria to identify the relationships you need for a specific object."
"The most valuable feature is the process documentation. For us, ARIS is a lifestyle more than a tool. It helps us learn how to think and how to plan for our system."
"Object oriented modeling allows us to trace what's going on with the specified object."
"​​ARIS process modeling and analysis allows integration of end-to-end business processes with the organization's vision, strategies, and business objectives, through visual management."
"The most valuable feature in the latest versions is the connect portal, where you can do very simple modeling using the web-based portal."
"It helps the business make an informed decision."
"There is a really powerful reporting API that allows you to create almost any kind of report you want out of your process and document repository."
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"All the features come as part of a standard license."
"OpenText ProVision's best feature is the capability to attach a variety of attributes and extract and analyze that information."
"The stability of the product is very good."
 

Cons

"If you want to create new reports then you have to use JavaScript, or ARIS script as they call it, which is beyond the competencies of most people."
"There is a lot of room for improvement. They need to increase the performance of the system flow. They need to support it more. ARIS Process Governance is still quite basic, and they are using an old BPM and process automation module."
"The tool's installation and configuration part needs to improve."
"Areas for improvement include sales, prospecting, shopping, customer service, after-sales (claims and advice for the client), and all processes pertaining to customer loyalty."
"ARIS BPA’s usability could be improved."
"​The usability. Others tools are easier to manage without same complexity that ARIS has.​"
"I use it strictly for developing the business process model. I don't use it for the actual automation. I do that with Vtenext. I have standardized on Vtenext, and I don't use ARIS BPM anymore. The Vtenext UI is just as good, and it is much more tightly coupled to the underlying object model. I can get more done in one session with Vtenext rather than first going to ARIS BPM, then importing, and having to edit it for tight coupling."
"Migration to the next release is very tricky. You can't do it without support from ARIS or from a software kit. And it takes a lot of time and a lot of money to migrate. My impression is that a lot of companies do not migrate regularly because of that issue."
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"Lacks the ability to have your own in-house developments."
"Integrating with or interfacing with other tools like data management tools would be very helpful."
"OpenText ProVision's collaboration management is quite complicated and difficult to use."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"From my point of view, no, it is not cheap, but it is not too expensive because you get this big organization behind it, technical support, and all those things. It's not so expensive to use. It's a Rolls Royce in this field, I know that. Even for small organizations, they can get so much effect from using this tool, in a very fast way, so the money will be back in the customer's pocket very fast."
"It is an expensive solution."
"The product is inexpensive."
"It is well worth the investment in the enterprise."
"Prices are high. However, they are worth it if the organization utilizes the tool to its full potential."
"The price of the solution is reasonable."
"ARIS BPA is too costly from a licensing perspective."
"Pricing is a bit on the higher side."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
18%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Computer Software Company
11%
Government
10%
Energy/Utilities Company
18%
Financial Services Firm
16%
Construction Company
11%
Computer Software Company
9%
 

Company Size

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Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about ARIS BPA?
The most valuable features of ARIS BPA are its flexibility and reporting.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ARIS BPA?
Pricing for ARIS BPA is average, not cheap or expensive. It's cost-effective and worth the money we pay.
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What needs improvement with ARIS BPA?
Improvement should be made as per customer requirements.
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Also Known As

ARIS, ARIS BPM
Metastorm ProVision
 

Overview

ARIS is the market-leading solution for professional business process management and modeling. Whether you want to document the "as-is" state of your operations for quality or certification reasons or design the "to-be" in terms of continuous improvement in your transformation program, ARIS is the best choice for establishing a single source of truth regarding all process excellence topics in your organization. It is for any organization looking to digitally transform their business, increase operational excellence and customer experience and ensure compliance in execution. ARIS helps you to make the most out of your processes with Process Mining, Risk & Compliance Management, RPA and much more.

What makes the difference?

  • The most comprehensive platform for process excellence in the market
  • Easy to use
  • Covers business & IT architecture from all angles
  • Full flexibility and >100 diagram types
  • Customer-driven development based on best practices
  • Strong partner ecosystem

ARIS is the market-leading solution for any organization and ideally suited to digitally transform the organization, increase operational excellence and customer experience and ensure compliance in execution.

Software AG
OpenText’s MIM (formerly Metastorm Integration & Managed File Transfer) solution provides a single platform for you to manage both batch and real-time, system-based integrations and processes complete with an audit trail to ensure operational success. With OpenText MIM, your organization can: Track high volume transaction and data transfers and file content from a centralized dashboard Ensure corporate data and auditing compliance requirements Enhance agility and visibility into end-to-end process activities at the system, data and human interaction levels Tie legacy systems into new SOA environments Simplify interactions with your existing legacy systems and data by integrating them into your improved business processes
OpenText
 

Sample Customers

Tesco, Weifu, Airbus, Siemens, Proximus, Alicorp, Sekerbank, Bancor, Philips,Sky, Emirates NBD, Dubai Municipality, Suva, U.S. Army, Australia Post, Westfalen Weser Energie - ARIS serves customers across all industries and of every size worldwide. Companies trust ARIS as the market leader for process excellence with more than 30 years of experience in the market, 10 million users worldwide, from 1 user companies to the Fortune 500.
Delta Technology, Export Development Canada, Rompetrol, Salt River Project, AMEC, U.S. Air Force, HP Consulting & Integration
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