Broadcom Clarity vs SAP Portfolio and Project Management comparison

Broadcom Clarity vs. SAP Portfolio and Project Management

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Categories and Ranking

Broadcom Clarity

Ranking in Project Portfolio Management

1st

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

143

Ranking in other categories

Project Management Software (8th)

SAP Portfolio and Project M...

Ranking in Project Portfolio Management

10th

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Project Portfolio Management category, the mindshare of Broadcom Clarity is 9.3%, down from 10.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAP Portfolio and Project Management is 3.7%, down from 6.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Project Portfolio Management Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Broadcom Clarity	9.3%
SAP Portfolio and Project Management	3.7%
Other	87.0%

Project Portfolio Management

Featured Reviews

George Anghelache

Delivery Transformation Lead at Banca Transilvania

Broad perspective on strategic management exists but integration challenges hinder efficiency

The product execution part, such as planning and executing, is done through Atlassian tools, specifically Jira. We wanted to upgrade our ability to understand how all these products and teams are working against strategic goals, tracking expenses and time, but the integration between Broadcom Clarity and Atlassian Jira is very cumbersome and not straightforward. Their integration, even with ConnectALL, is just adequate, but it's never going to be great because they are actively trying to sell Rally. To make Broadcom Clarity a perfect product, I think with Jira, nothing can be done. To be fair, I don't know exactly how Rally integration works as I've only read about it, but I know that in marketing papers, it seems amazing with full-on integration, whereas with Jira, it just doesn't work that effectively.

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Nalin Kumar

Quality Assurance Group Lead at Samsung

End-to-end project management capabilities and offers seamless vendor and client contract alignment

The system is old, so there are several issues that arise when we fetch data from integrated systems. Sometimes the data gets stuck, and there are instances where we need to access multiple pieces of information simultaneously. This creates problems that I have personally experienced. Therefore, these aspects need to be much more free-flowing and seamless. If something gets stuck, it takes time to resolve, and during the contract phase, we have Service Level Agreements (SLAs). If those SLAs are breached, it becomes problematic. Given that there are approximately 3000 projects running concurrently worldwide, utilizing the system with a vast database and numerous activities taking place. It could benefit from decentralization. Currently, it operates as a central system, but if it could be centralized for specific subsidiaries, it would be easier for us to manage.

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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

"Just the capability of it is really blowing my mind so far."

"We went with CA because it's so easy, and everything is easy to do."

"The support is excellent and very easy to work with."

"Basically, it keeps us on track financially."

"Clarity PPM is an open design tool that you can design the way you want."

"It definitely gives us a way to group and manage our projects across the entire organization, as well as track time of resources so we can use that within our capitalization efforts."

"Broadcom Clarity PPM's most valuable feature is the plenty of modules, such as portfolio, project, resource, and time."

"It helps all the portfolio managers and the program managers to take stock of the financial situation at the program and portfolio level, because it rolls up all the financials at the product level."

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"It improves productivity, cash flow management, and inventory control for clients."

"The integration portion with SAP models is valuable."

"With SAP Portfolio and Project Management we were able to have a full track of project progress and get useful insights about our projects."

"SAP is gradually introducing more flexibility and customization options to the system, allowing users to adapt it to their specific needs."

"The SAP PPM software is a very complete solution."

"The stability is good, and I have nothing bad to say about it."

Cons

"they could improve the mobile app. I think right now it only offers time sheet. If they can integrate a lot of other components into it I think that would be helpful for the users."

"I have not given it a perfect rating because of the UI of the reporting in Jaspersoft; just some UI issues, I guess."

"Ironically, since going to the on-demand solution, we have had some inexplicable data and behaviour on our projects."

"In the timesheet UX, you can't do things like splitting time, managing overtime versus regular time, very easily. That would be helpful."

"The solution is lacking in certain integrations but that's generally the way because each organization has different preferences."

"Additional enhancements to portfolios with the new user experience."

"Sometimes we want to do something but we are stuck because Clarity doesn't allow you to do it."

"I rate it a seven out of 10 overall because they are still using SOAP functionalities."

More Broadcom Clarity cons

"It would be valuable if SAP integrated seamlessly with some products like Jira and Bitbucket."

"The product itself could have an advanced analytics layer with an improved user interface that is adapted to the new digital era."

"The initial support package of version 5.0 has some setup difficulties."

"The system is old, so there are several issues that arise when we fetch data from integrated systems. Sometimes the data gets stuck, and there are instances where we need to access multiple pieces of information simultaneously."

"The platform's support structure needs improvement."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Cost-wise, the tool is very expensive and some tools might be able to cater to 80% of the functionality provided by Broadcom Clarity PPM but are not as expensive."

"The price point of Broadcom Clarity PPM is less than Planisware. If a customer comes to me, and the cost is the main parameter for the selection of a tool, then I'll recommend Broadcom because cost-wise, they are less than other solutions."

"The licensing costs are a little bit high, and unfortunately, it has been a while since I've had that paperwork in front of me. I don't remember how much it was, but it seemed like it was fairly high. It is probably comparable to some of the other solutions because I do know that, for example, on a lot of the AWS stuff, they found that the costs wound up being higher than having some on-prem solution. Comparatively, Clarity is within the price range of other solutions."

"There are different licensing models with Broadcom Clarity PPM. With the software as a service model, you pay as you go, and if you are on-premises, you can buy a perpetual license and an annual fee for maintenance."

"Pricing is flexible, depending on the customer and the region."

"It is hard for them to say, "I have a person on my team who is going to be available, I am going to move that task to them". That requires a project management license, it doesn't require a team member license, so the licensing model does not sometimes support the way the business world is going."

"We're also moving to the latest version for less than $20,000 for a major corporate system. It's just amazing."

"Broadcom Clarity PPM costs us $500K, and that's only for the installation and kick off within the first year. For each succeeding year, it could cost $200K."

More Broadcom Clarity pricing and cost advice

"The product pricing varies based on whether the client is new or existing and the complexity of their business processes."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

16%

Manufacturing Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

Healthcare Company

Construction Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	21
Midsize Enterprise	11
Large Enterprise	117

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Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Broadcom Clarity PPM?

What is your primary use case for Broadcom Clarity PPM?

The purpose for using Broadcom Clarity is strategic portfolio management, connecting the strategic teams with expenses and linking it to the execution of the product to understand what we're spendi...

What advice do you have for others considering Broadcom Clarity PPM?

When assessing the flexibility of Broadcom Clarity in adapting to industry-specific requirements, it can do many things, but the biggest challenge is that it has traditional project management impl...

What needs improvement with SAP Portfolio and Project Management?

The platform's support structure needs improvement.

What advice do you have for others considering SAP Portfolio and Project Management?

The platform integration with SAP finance systems has unified language and criteria, reducing the time for growth periods and ensuring international financial control and management. The resource m...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SAP Portfolio and Project Management?

The product pricing varies based on whether the client is new or existing and the complexity of their business processes.

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Also Known As

Clarity PPM, CA Clarity, CA PPM, CA Clarity PPM

Portfolio and Project Management

Overview

Broadcom Clarity is a comprehensive project and portfolio management tool offering global resource management, financial reporting, and customization to meet diverse organizational demands.

Broadcom Clarity provides extensive project management capabilities with modules for task tracking, risk management, and time entry. Its flexibility allows for integration, improving automation and reporting. Despite its strengths, areas like reporting, tool integration, and interface design need enhancements. It aids strategic planning, demand management, and lifecycle management across industries like finance and government.

What are Broadcom Clarity's Key Features?

Project and Portfolio Management: Comprehensive tools for managing projects and portfolios efficiently.
Resource Management: Capabilities for managing resources on a global scale.
Financial Reporting: Robust financial reporting features ensuring transparent budgeting.
Task Tracking and Risk Management: Modules enhancing project transparency and visibility.
Customization: Users can tailor features to fit specific operational requirements.

What Benefits and ROI Can Users Expect?

Enhanced Efficiency: Streamlines processes, improving time management and resource allocation.
Strategic Planning Support: Assists in effective decision-making through comprehensive planning tools.
Improved Transparency: Increases visibility into project statuses and risks.
Integration Flexibility: Seamless integration with other systems enhances process coherence.
User-Friendly Experience: Intuitive configuration contributes to ease of use.

Companies in the finance, telecommunications, and petrochemical sectors leverage Broadcom Clarity for strategic planning and resource balancing. In government operations, it aids in managing complex project lifecycles and capital budgeting, delivering improved decision-making capabilities.

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SAP Portfolio and Project Management enables companies to efficiently manage comprehensive project portfolios, emphasizing strategic alignment, resource optimization, and performance monitoring.

It provides a unified platform to oversee project lifecycles, facilitating improved decision-making and transparency. Companies benefit from enhanced collaboration and flexibility, minimizing project risks and ensuring timely delivery. Its integration capabilities allow streamlined workflows across departments, enhancing overall efficiency.

What are the key features of SAP Portfolio and Project Management?

Portfolio Management: Provides tools to prioritize and align project portfolios with business goals.
Project Planning: Supports advanced scheduling and task management to ensure project timelines are met.
Resource Management: Optimizes allocation and utilization of resources to maximize productivity.
Risk Management: Offers capabilities to identify and mitigate project risks proactively.
Integration: Seamlessly connects with other SAP solutions to streamline project management processes.

What benefits should users expect from SAP Portfolio and Project Management?

Improved Efficiency: Users find faster project delivery through better resource management.
Cost Reduction: Effective cost tracking and resource allocation lower project expenses.
Increased Transparency: Real-time data and reporting enhance decision-making.
Strategic Alignment: Projects remain aligned with business objectives, driving organizational success.

SAP Portfolio and Project Management is widely implemented in industries such as manufacturing, retail, and financial services. It offers tailored solutions for each sector, addressing specific project management requirements and providing industry-specific insights to optimize business processes.

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Sample Customers

Toyota Financial Services, GameStop, Polycom, Sky, Qantas, Cox Enterprises, Banco Mercantil, Borealis

Joy Global Inc., Citrix, EMC Corporation, Concho Resources, Concho Resources, RZD Russian Railways, Family Dollar Stores Inc., Lenovo

Broadcom Clarity vs. SAP Portfolio and Project Management