ARIS Cloud vs iServer comparison

"The cloud version has the advantage that you can work on it from anywhere."

"It's very easy to collaborate with. It's very user-friendly"

"This solution has improved the way our organization does training."

"ARIS Cloud is scalable."

"In the end, what stands out to me is the ease of using the cloud. I don't see any distinct or unique advantages in business process modeling software compared to other application software. The cloud simplifies operations and removes many operational complexities, which is a significant benefit."

"The most valuable feature is GUI; it is very intuitive and easy to use."

"From a total cost of ownership perspective, running this on the cloud is more efficient than having someone in the company take care of the infrastructure."

"It has proved that it also works in complex circumstances."

"The most valuable features of iServer are the integration with Microsoft Office and the interface is similar to Microsoft applications making them easy to use."

"The initial setup is easy."

"The product has a valuable customized model."

"This is a flexible tool compared to some other solutions."

"iServer is a solution that helps catalog enterprise architect solutions and catalog information."

"iServer is a very flexible platform for defining your own enterprise architecture model."

"This flexibility is the most helpful part in the standard version."

"It has helped having data lineage in the business cluster, which is used as control artifacts."

"The trial version of this solution does not give you enough time to learn how to use it, so it should be extended to one year."

"The price is quite high. This is one weak point of the solution."

"It would be very helpful if this solution were more open and could integrate with other solutions like ServiceNow."

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"I would like to see more support for architectural diagrams."

"I encounter challenges, and I am using Yuri to establish principles, define rules, conduct training sessions, and offer coaching to application owners, SMEs, and individuals responsible for technologies. This aids in providing support during these migrations. Security is a consideration when migrating to the cloud. It's crucial to address potential risks and include security measures in the contract with the cloud provider. While there haven't been issues so far, acknowledging the risks is essential, especially when dealing with applications like ARIS. With the increasing capabilities and advancements in technology, many current challenges are likely to be resolved in the future. Despite security concerns, utilizing opportunities in the cloud and the internet offers significant advantages. Regarding areas for improvement, security remains a key consideration, especially when deploying ARIS in the cloud. However, this is not solely a product-specific concern but also pertains to the cloud environment. Beyond security, the strength of ARIS lies in its ability to serve as a unified repository for enterprise architecture. Having all information in one place facilitates alignment with the company's vision, strategy, and business objectives. Reducing redundancies across departments is crucial for maintaining service quality and minimizing costs. It ensures that everyone is on the same page, fostering collaboration and preventing discrepancies in information and services. While I currently use Guardis for this purpose, the concept of enterprise architecture is applicable, and ARIS stands as a valuable tool to support business processes and technology alignment within the company."

"Initial setup is rather complex. You have to find a way to isolate the complexity, and find common ground."

"The stability was poor, with frequent outages."

"I haven't used this solution long enough to know what areas could be improved."

"iServer should invest in enhancing the capabilities of the embedded drawing tool, draw.io."

"The product is more expensive than Spark."

"The modelling needs improvement, specifically forecasting capabilities and scenarios."

"The performance is slow, which is something that should be improved."

"There could be features for process mining, process simulation, and analytics."

"There are other solutions out there that have a better user interface."

"Cannot see which activities are control activities."

"There is a student version of this solution that can be used for free."

"The licensing model of ARIS Cloud is leaner and more beneficial to the customer. The new license model is great. With the on-premise, you needed to subscribe to many more types of licenses. Now there are licensed bundles available on the cloud."

"The cloud deployment is not more expensive. In the cloud, you pay for what you use, and there's no need for maintaining infrastructure or additional personnel, making it cost-effective. On-premises deployment, on the other hand, involves infrastructure costs and maintenance expenses."

"The price of iServer is reasonable compared to other solutions."

"It's about 13K to set up and 9K for the license for three months. I think it's about 20K a year, but we haven't firmed up on pricing yet because the price depends on how long we commit to the solution."

"They offer annual subscriptions for developing countries, which are not affordable for small or medium businesses."

"The product has a moderate pricing."

"Aim for the exact number of people who shall define/review approve and view the processes, as it will impact the cost."

"The solution is cheaper than its competitors."