# IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) vs IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition Comparison

| | IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) | IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.4 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 111 | 20 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Enterprise (54.7% of reviews) | Enterprise (52.9% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW)

Pros:
- Ease of Use (1 reviews)

Cons:
- Tool Limitations (1 reviews)

### IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition

**Not enough data**

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) | IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.4 (58 reviews) | 8.5 (13 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.4 (57 reviews) | 8.3 (13 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 6.8 (32 reviews) | 8.7 (9 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 7.5 (31 reviews) | 8.7 (9 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 7.8 (57 reviews) | 7.7 (13 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.1 (31 reviews) | 8.7 (9 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 8.5 (54 reviews) | 9.1 (13 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW)

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Workflow Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW)** | N/A | N/A |
| **IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition** | N/A | N/A |

#### Setup

| Feature | IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) | IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition | 
|---|---|---|
| **Activities** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Flows** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Dependencies** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Management

| Feature | IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) | IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition | 
|---|---|---|
| **Updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Audit Trail** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) | IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition | 
|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Workflow Management

| Feature | IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) | IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Digital Process Automation (DPA)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW)** | N/A | N/A |
| **IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition** | 8.7/10 | 6 |

#### Digital Workflows

| Feature | IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) | IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition | 
|---|---|---|
| **Logic and Conditions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **No-Code Or Low-Code** | Not enough data | 8.0 (5 reviews) | 
| **Document Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Forms

| Feature | IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) | IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition | 
|---|---|---|
| **Data Mapping** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Templates** | Not enough data | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 
| **Mobile-Friendly Forms** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Automation

| Feature | IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) | IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition | 
|---|---|---|
| **Workflow Automation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Mapping** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Robotic Process Automation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Digital Process Automation (DPA)

| Feature | IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) | IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Process Orchestration

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW)** | N/A | N/A |
| **IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition** | N/A | N/A |

#### Functionality - Process Orchestration

| Feature | IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) | IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition | 
|---|---|---|
| **Peak Demand Handling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Process Customization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Process Automation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **High-Stakes Process Automation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Integration & Adaptability - Process Orchestration

| Feature | IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) | IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition | 
|---|---|---|
| **Third-Party Software Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Endpoint Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Intuitive Process Design** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Process Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Business Process Adaptation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customer-Facing Process Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Endpoint Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Regulatory Compliance Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories

**Unique to IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) (2):** [Workflow Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/workflow-management), [Process Orchestration Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/process-orchestration)

**Unique to IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition (1):** [Digital Process Automation (DPA) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/digital-process-automation-dpa)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) | IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 14.7% | 17.6% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 30.7% | 29.4% | 
| **Enterprise** | 54.7% | 52.9% | 

### By Industry

#### IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW)

- **Information Technology and Services:** 16.0%
- **Banking:** 14.7%
- **Computer Software:** 13.3%
- **Financial Services:** 13.3%
- **Insurance:** 8.0%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 4.0%
- **Telecommunications:** 2.7%
- **Oil & Energy:** 2.7%
- **Consumer Goods:** 2.7%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 2.7%
- **Other:** 20.0%

#### IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition

- **Information Technology and Services:** 29.4%
- **Computer Software:** 17.6%
- **Telecommunications:** 5.9%
- **Insurance:** 5.9%
- **Information Services:** 5.9%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 5.9%
- **Financial Services:** 5.9%
- **Facilities Services:** 5.9%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 5.9%
- **Biotechnology:** 5.9%
- **Other:** 5.9%

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## Top Discussions

### IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW)

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### IBM Process Automation Manager Open Edition

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/ibm-business-automation-workflow-baw-vs-ibm-process-automation-manager-open-edition)