JAMS

By JAMS Software, LLC

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JAMS Demo - Centralized Job Repository
Store job definitions, schedules, parameters, and more in one central database.
JAMS Demo - Job Monitor
View the status of jobs and workloads from one central monitoring console. Drill down on individual jobs to diagnose failures, dependencies, and expected completion times.
JAMS Demo - JAMS Dashboard
Create data-rich visuals to monitor critical batch jobs and workflows running on various agents and on different business applications.
JAMS Demo - Visual Job Editor
Use drag and drop tasks to build multistep workflows that include dependencies, user input, parallel processes, and triggers.
How to Install JAMS
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JAMS Job Creation
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File Transfers in JAMS
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File Transfers in JAMS
How to Use SQL Scripts in JAMS
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Users consistently praise JAMS for its ease of use and reliable automation, which simplifies job scheduling across various platforms. The intuitive interface and strong customer support enhance user experience, allowing teams to manage complex workflows efficiently. However, some users note that the user interface could be improved for better navigation.

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Dona B.
DB
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Essential Tool with Rapid Support for SQL Maintenance"
What do you like best about JAMS?

I use JAMS daily to run SQL Server database maintenance jobs and scripts that support the college. It standardizes our SQL Server maintenance and puts it in one place, so all IT personnel can use and reference it. I like how simple and fast the tech support is. The documentation is easy to reach and solves many problems. When I can't solve an issue using the documentation, opening a JAMS ticket is easy, and the response is very quick, usually within minutes, even if it's not a problem I mark as critical. It's simple to place a tech support call by opening a ticket online. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about JAMS?

Maybe upgrading our JAMS version would be a walkthrough I'd like to see. Conversion help with that. We are at JAMS 7.x but the guy who used to upgrade JAMS retired. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

TR
Application Developer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Detailed Reports and Powerful Automation for Batch Task Management"
What do you like best about JAMS?

Detailed reports are one of the standout features of this tool, and I also appreciate being able to manually optimize the infrastructure when needed. It provides strong automation for detecting and resolving issues, and it keeps me informed about which tasks I have scheduled. I especially like managing groups of tasks in batches, with jobs running as independent processes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about JAMS?

It would be great to be able to set up a notification entry. I’d also like a more detailed error log, since it would make it easier to understand what went wrong. The screen layout could be more compact as well. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

JM
Database systems administrator
Computer Networking
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"It has strong control over automated workflows in complex environments"
What do you like best about JAMS?

I primarily like JAMS because it predicts my workload in a very predictable manner. I have integrated it with our ERP and file transfer operations, and therefore operations are performed at the appropriate time without wasting time. It was not a complicated implementation process, and when implemented, it became a part of my daily routine. The features are helpful in assigning conditions to jobs, and this comes in handy with the provision of product changes and product to product inventory synchronization. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about JAMS?

The thing that annoys me most is that it may take a long time to determine the cause of the failure of a job. The information on the error is not always as simple, and that affects my work process when I require a quick solution to the problem. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

PB
LEAD Consultant
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Flexible, Stable Scheduling with Fast, Helpful Support"
What do you like best about JAMS?

This is a very flexible tool and extremely useful for our IT services team. I appreciate that tasks can be scheduled to run repeatedly (for example, hourly) or just once, depending on what we need. Data access is also straightforward; in our case, we run SQL queries for easier management. The table structure is easy to understand and readily accessible. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about JAMS?

I haven’t had any issues or problems. We’re very satisfied with the JAMS product and the team overall. The product has been very stable, and the customer service team responds quickly when problems come up, helping us with whatever we need in a timely manner. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

NP
Data Operations Analyst
Security and Investigations
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Dependable execution of database updates file transfers and reports"
What do you like best about JAMS?

The most significant advantage of JAMS Enterprise Job Scheduler is that it renders routine operational processes reliable and less liable to errors. I often use it to plan the activities such as moving files, replenishing databases, and producing reports. The features list give me the ability to establish task order, automatic retries and alert in the event of problems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about JAMS?

A weakness that I have observed JAMS Enterprise Job Scheduler to have is that it takes a lot of time and planning to set up jobs with various dependencies that run across multiple systems. The use is on a daily basis, therefore, minor setup errors will cause temporary disruption of the working processes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SB
System Engineer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Flexible, Affordable Orchestration That Makes Workflow Automation Easy"
What do you like best about JAMS?

I like how easy it is to set up a flow, use the UI’s orchestration features, and test and debug when a flow fails. I also appreciate how straightforward it is to turn almost any code into a functional, automated workflow. Overall, it feels truly flexible—not just in how execution agents can be deployed, but also in how the code itself can be structured. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about JAMS?

I have nothing negative to say, it is one of the most affordable and effective orchestration tools on the market. It features excellent processing capabilities that adapt perfectly to our needs and works excellently for all teams. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

AA
IT Manager
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"User-Friendly Visual Interface That Eliminates Repetitive Workflows"
What do you like best about JAMS?

I appreciate the visual interface, the notification management, the report generation, and the constantly evolving web interface. It’s user-friendly and makes it easy even for non-technical users to carry out tasks across multiple systems with just a few clicks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about JAMS?

All of our departments use this tool, and it isn’t limited to the IT sector. I honestly have nothing negative to say about it; it has helped us eliminate repetitive workflows by recording the method we use to carry out each task. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

VG
Workflow Designer
Computer Software
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Managing scheduled tasks in multi system environments is now super simple for our team"
What do you like best about JAMS?

The best thing about JAMS Enterprise Job Scheduler is that it will allow me to control which background processes will run in our finance and ERP systems. I work as an IT operations lead and use it on a daily basis to coordinate SQL jobs, PowerShell scripts and file transfers that have to do with our accounting platform. The implementation was organized, and it can integrate itself with Windows Server and our ERP database. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about JAMS?

The biggest difficulty has been the cost of licensing as we increased the use in different departments. With the increased number of teams seeking automated jobs we were forced to reexamine our subscription level which influenced budgetary deliberations. Moreover, structural revision is a process that should be well-tested, as a minor modification in one of the job chains may affect a chain of other processes. Internal changes are even slowed by that kind of caution. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

MC
Programmer Analyst
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Jam’s Modern Interface and 24/7 Support Deliver Real Peace of Mind"
What do you like best about JAMS?

Showing customers you care is essential to a business’s success, and having Jam available 24/7 to provide peace of mind can lead to great results. I also appreciate its modern interface and the graphical workflow visualization, which make it easy for both technical and business users to monitor and understand complex processes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about JAMS?

I have nothing negative to say. It has worked excellently, and the service overall has been outstanding. My experience with the team that manages the calls has been very positive, and so far they’ve captured all of our potential clients. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

GB
Senior Manager, Business Systems
Information Technology and Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"JAMS is best for centralized scheduling of complex business processes"
What do you like best about JAMS?

The best thing to me is the degree of automation that JAMS will provide in our day to day activities. I heavily use it to execute database jobs and batch programs unmonitored. Its installation was seamless and it was easy to tie it with SQL Server and Active Directory to simplify access control. Due to the high integration and the vast selection of features, I do not spend much time checking processes and more time working on the more important tasks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about JAMS?

The drawback is that it has an outdated feel in the interface and therefore, it influences the ease of use by new team members. The advanced settings were not quite user friendly during implementation, and we had to consult additional documentation. The system integration with the legacy systems also demanded technical modifications that took time. Such weaknesses had effects on my work in the sense that I had to spend a lot of time in troubleshooting than anticipated particularly in situations where the jobs failed and we had to do fast fixes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Peter Hegland of JAMS

Hi Giovanni - Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review and for being a loyal customer! Glad to hear that JAMS has been of value to you. We are working on a brand new, React based web client that will be generally available in June! It's in beta at the moment and if you'd like to test it out please ping me and I will send you the link.

If you would ever like to chat about JAMS please reach out. My email is peter.hegland@jamssoftware.com and I am the CEO.

Thanks again!

Peter Hegland

CEO of JAMS

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