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BMC Helix ITSM

Score9 out of 10

259 Reviews and Ratings

What is BMC Helix ITSM?

BMC Helix ITSM replaces Remedy. It is a broad suite of ITSM, tools with strong integrations to other BMC tools and in-built ITAM. The product is used mainly by global brands and is offered in on-premise and SaaS configurations.

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Screenshot of BMC Helix Multi-Cloud Broker. This is where users can deliver a secure service experience across multi-cloud environments.
Screenshot of Knowledge Management, available with intelligent recommendations to help bring the right information to end-users and agents to quickly and accurately resolve issues.
Screenshot of the incident and problem management interface, used to create and resolve incidents faster with intelligent, context-aware, and proactive incident matching.

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Screenshot of BMC Helix Multi-Cloud Broker. This is where users can deliver a secure service experience across multi-cloud environments.

Top Performing Features

  • Organize and prioritize service tickets

    Prioritize tickets to ensure most urgent are tackled first

    Category average: 9

  • Change requests repository

    Single repository of all planned changes and releases

    Category average: 8.4

  • Service restoration

    Impact assessment and automated fixes for common problems

    Category average: 8.2

Areas for Improvement

  • ITSM collaboration and documentation

    Issue resolution through collaboration mechanisms like discussion threads, social tools; agents can attach notes, files, etc. to tickets in order to maintain a record of all interactions related to the case.

    Category average: 8.3

  • Subscription-based notifications

    Users subscribe to notifications for ticket updates

    Category average: 8.5

  • Policy and contract enforcement

    Ensuring that requesters have eligibility before fullfullment

    Category average: 7.9

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Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I use BMC Helix ITSM for customer-facing issues in their property, such as seepage problems, this agentic AI can assist in resolving them. In CRM use cases, where customers are awaiting issue resolution, BMC Helix can help resolve all issues, allowing customers to contact them freely at any time.

Pros

  • CRM
  • Construction

Cons

  • Speed
  • Accuracy

Return on Investment

  • My Accuracy has improved

Usability

Alternatives Considered

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Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I am using BMC Helix ITSM for automating operational processes. We are looking to automate our business process such as onboarding process and client experience.

Pros

  • Rule engine
  • Process
  • Automation

Cons

  • Automate business process

Usability

BMC Helix ITSM A Powerhouse for Enterprise Service Management

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I use BMC Helix ITSM for Incident Management by logging, tracking, and resolving IT issues efficiently to minimize downtime. I like that it has built-in governance features that help meet regulatory requirements while lowering the cost of IT operations.

Pros

  • AI-Powered Incident Managemen
  • Smart Change Managemen
  • Advanced Reporting and Dashboard
  • Automation and Orchestration
  • Modular Architecture with Deep Integration
  • Cognitive Service Management
  • Compliance and Audit Readiness

Cons

  • Complex Deployment and Configuration
  • Scalability and Stability Concerns
  • Documentation and Support Gaps
  • User Interface Complexity
  • Integration Challenges with ITOM Tools
  • Limited Appeal Beyond IT Departments

Return on Investment

  • High Return on Investment

Usability

Alternatives Considered

ServiceNow IT Service Management and Jira Service Management

Other Software Used

Jira Service Management, ServiceNow Customer Service Management

BMC Helix ITSM is cutting edge technology

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

We need to produce the SLA KPI reports and data presentation for our customers. This can help us better. We also use HELIX schedule management tools.

Pros

  • Reporting
  • Dashboard
  • Presentation

Cons

  • How to present data.
  • Use test cases.

Return on Investment

  • It has productivity gains

Usability

Alternatives Considered

BMC Helix ITSM

Other Software Used

BMC Helix Configuration Management Database (CMDB)

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Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I use BMC Helix ITSM to automate the ITSM process in our organization when dealing with Unified Service & Operations Management, Enterprise DevOps, and Complex Change Management.

Pros

  • Improved Change Management.
  • ITIL alignment.
  • AI powered Automation.

Cons

  • Performance & Scalability.

Return on Investment

  • 100% Positive ROI.
  • Intelligent automation and orchestration.

Usability

Alternatives Considered

Jira Service Management

Other Software Used

Jira Service Management, Freshservice, SysAid