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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (85.7% of reviews)
Enterprise (83.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Data Platform
Star Rating
(12)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (85.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Data PlatformFlexNet Manager
Star Rating
(74)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (83.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about FlexNet ManagerSummary
AI Generated Summary
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- Users report that FlexNet Manager excels in "License entitlement and usage management," providing a comprehensive view of software licenses, which helps organizations avoid compliance issues. In contrast, Data Platform's capabilities in this area are seen as less robust, with reviewers mentioning that it lacks some advanced features for tracking license usage effectively.
- Reviewers mention that FlexNet Manager's "Automated end user license provisioning" feature significantly streamlines the process of assigning licenses, making it easier for IT departments to manage software access. Data Platform, however, does not offer a comparable level of automation, leading to more manual processes that users find cumbersome.
- G2 users highlight FlexNet Manager's "Central Dashboard" as a powerful tool for visualizing asset management data, which enhances decision-making. On the other hand, users on G2 report that Data Platform's dashboard lacks the same level of customization and depth, making it less effective for comprehensive asset tracking.
- Users say that FlexNet Manager's "Vendor management and compliance" features are particularly strong, allowing organizations to maintain better relationships with software vendors and ensure compliance with licensing agreements. In contrast, Data Platform's vendor management capabilities are viewed as basic, with reviewers mentioning that they do not provide the same level of detail or support.
- Reviewers mention that FlexNet Manager's "Spend Forecasting and Optimization" tools are highly regarded for helping organizations manage their software budgets effectively. Data Platform, while offering some financial insights, is seen as lacking in this area, with users reporting that its forecasting tools are not as intuitive or detailed.
- Users report that FlexNet Manager's "Asset Discovery" feature is particularly effective in identifying and cataloging software assets across the organization, which is crucial for maintaining an accurate inventory. In contrast, Data Platform's asset discovery capabilities are considered less comprehensive, with reviewers mentioning that it misses some key functionalities that would enhance asset visibility.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Data Platform
No pricing availableFlexNet Manager
No pricing availableFree Trial
Data Platform
No trial information availableFlexNet Manager
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
7.9
7
8.3
54
Ease of Use
8.6
7
7.9
55
Ease of Setup
8.3
5
7.0
42
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
7.5
45
Quality of Support
7.6
7
7.4
53
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.1
44
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
7
8.0
53
Features by Category
Tracking
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Feature Not Available
Management
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Insights
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Not enough data
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Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - SaaS Spend Management
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Asset Inventory
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Generative AI
Not enough data
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Agentic AI - IT Asset Management
Not enough data
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Management
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ServiceNow Apps
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Agentic AI - ServiceNow Store Apps
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Functionality
Not enough data
8.2
14
Not enough data
8.1
14
Not enough data
8.5
14
Not enough data
6.9
14
Not enough data
7.5
14
Not enough data
7.9
14
Agentic AI - Software Asset Management Tools
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Risk assessment
Not enough data
7.9
14
Not enough data
7.4
14
Not enough data
7.0
14
Agentic AI - SAP Store
Not enough data
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Not enough data
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Data Platform and FlexNet Manager are categorized as ServiceNow Store Apps
Unique Categories
Data Platform is categorized as IT Asset Management
FlexNet Manager is categorized as SaaS Spend Management, Software Asset Management Tools, and SAP Store
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Data Platform
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
FlexNet Manager
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
14.3%
Sporting Goods
14.3%
Insurance
14.3%
Information Technology and Services
14.3%
Government Administration
14.3%
Other
28.6%
Information Technology and Services
19.4%
Telecommunications
9.7%
Government Administration
8.1%
Insurance
6.5%
Banking
6.5%
Other
50.0%
Alternatives
Discussions
Data Platform has no discussions with answers
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JL
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1 Comment
JL
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1 Comment
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