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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Control-M

    Score9.4 out of 10
    N/AControl-M from BMC is a platform for integrating, automating, and orchestrating application and data workflows in production across complex hybrid technology ecosystems. It provides deep operational capabilities, delivering speed, scale, security, and governance.

    $29,000

    per year

    KNIME Analytics Platform

    Score7.8 out of 10
    N/AKNIME enables users to analyze, upskill, and scale data science without any coding. The platform that lets users blend, transform, model and visualize data, deploy and monitor analytical models, and share insights organization-wide with data apps and services.

    $0

    per month

    Pricing
    Control-MKNIME Analytics Platform
    Editions & Modules
    On-Premise
    Contact Sales
    SaaS
    Starting at $29,000
    per year
    KNIME Community Hub Personal Plan
    $0
    KNIME Analytics Platform
    $0
    KNIME Community Hub Team Plan
    €99
    per month 3 users
    KNIME Business Hub
    From €35,000
    per year
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Control-MKNIME Analytics Platform
    Free Trial
    YesNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    YesNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeOptionalNo setup fee
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    Community Pulse
    Control-MKNIME Analytics Platform
    Considered Both Products
    BMC Software Inc.
    No answer on this topic
    KNIME
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    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    99%
    Would buy again
    138 Answers
    94%
    Would buy again
    16 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
    97%
    Delivers good value for the price
    108 Answers
    100%
    Delivers good value for the price
    16 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
    99%
    Happy with the feature set
    138 Answers
    94%
    Happy with the feature set
    16 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    97%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    90 Answers
    83%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    10 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
    95%
    Implementation went as expected
    112 Answers
    93%
    Implementation went as expected
    14 Answers
    Features
    Control-MKNIME Analytics Platform
    Workload Automation
    Comparison of Workload Automation features of Control-M and KNIME Analytics Platform
    Feature
    Control-M
    9.1
    181 Ratings
    9% above category average
    KNIME Analytics Platform
    -
    Ratings
    Multi-platform scheduling9.6178 Ratings00 Ratings
    Central monitoring9.4166 Ratings00 Ratings
    Logging8.7169 Ratings00 Ratings
    Alerts and notifications9.1170 Ratings00 Ratings
    Analysis and visualization8.8163 Ratings00 Ratings
    Application integration8.8164 Ratings00 Ratings
    Platform Connectivity
    Comparison of Platform Connectivity features of Control-M and KNIME Analytics Platform
    Feature
    Control-M
    -
    Ratings
    KNIME Analytics Platform
    9.2
    19 Ratings
    10% above category average
    Connect to Multiple Data Sources00 Ratings9.619 Ratings
    Extend Existing Data Sources00 Ratings10.010 Ratings
    Automatic Data Format Detection00 Ratings9.119 Ratings
    MDM Integration00 Ratings7.98 Ratings
    Data Exploration
    Comparison of Data Exploration features of Control-M and KNIME Analytics Platform
    Feature
    Control-M
    -
    Ratings
    KNIME Analytics Platform
    8.1
    18 Ratings
    4% below category average
    Visualization00 Ratings8.018 Ratings
    Interactive Data Analysis00 Ratings8.118 Ratings
    Data Preparation
    Comparison of Data Preparation features of Control-M and KNIME Analytics Platform
    Feature
    Control-M
    -
    Ratings
    KNIME Analytics Platform
    8.3
    19 Ratings
    2% above category average
    Interactive Data Cleaning and Enrichment00 Ratings9.019 Ratings
    Data Transformations00 Ratings9.519 Ratings
    Data Encryption00 Ratings7.47 Ratings
    Built-in Processors00 Ratings7.48 Ratings
    Platform Data Modeling
    Comparison of Platform Data Modeling features of Control-M and KNIME Analytics Platform
    Feature
    Control-M
    -
    Ratings
    KNIME Analytics Platform
    8.0
    18 Ratings
    6% below category average
    Multiple Model Development Languages and Tools00 Ratings9.517 Ratings
    Automated Machine Learning00 Ratings8.117 Ratings
    Single platform for multiple model development00 Ratings9.318 Ratings
    Self-Service Model Delivery00 Ratings5.08 Ratings
    Model Deployment
    Comparison of Model Deployment features of Control-M and KNIME Analytics Platform
    Feature
    Control-M
    -
    Ratings
    KNIME Analytics Platform
    7.3
    11 Ratings
    15% below category average
    Flexible Model Publishing Options00 Ratings8.611 Ratings
    Security, Governance, and Cost Controls00 Ratings5.94 Ratings
    Best Alternatives
    Control-MKNIME Analytics Platform
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    RapidMiner
    Score8.9 out of 10
    Medium-sized Companies
    Apache Airflow
    Score8.7 out of 10
    Anaconda
    Score8.8 out of 10
    Enterprises
    Redwood RunMyJobs
    Score9.7 out of 10
    IBM Watson Studio
    Score10 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    Control-MKNIME Analytics Platform
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.4
    (184 ratings)
    9.6
    (22 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    9.6
    (32 ratings)
    9.5
    (4 ratings)
    Usability
    9.2
    (141 ratings)
    9.0
    (3 ratings)
    Availability
    9.1
    (10 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Performance
    8.7
    (10 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Support Rating
    9.1
    (25 ratings)
    9.3
    (6 ratings)
    In-Person Training
    9.1
    (4 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Online Training
    8.8
    (6 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    8.8
    (16 ratings)
    7.0
    (2 ratings)
    Configurability
    9.1
    (10 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Contract Terms and Pricing Model
    7.7
    (5 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Ease of integration
    9.1
    (8 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    9.1
    (10 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Professional Services
    8.8
    (7 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Vendor post-sale
    8.8
    (10 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Vendor pre-sale
    8.9
    (9 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Control-MKNIME Analytics Platform
    Likelihood to Recommend
    BMC Software Inc.
    Anytime you have a process that has to do multiple things, transfer data, interact with other systems, Control-M is critical. Not only does it provide the insight to what is going on, but it also lets you keep tight audit controls over access, reduces the need to spend large amounts of time tracking down issues, reduces the need to write custom "code" to do integrations with other systems and helps you better manage and track critical SLAs for workflows across the business.
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    KNIME
    KNIME Analytics Platform is excellent for people who are finding Excel frustrating, this can be due to errors creeping in due to manual changes or simply that there are too many calculations which causes the system to slow down and crash. This is especially true for regular reporting where a KNIME Analytics Platform workflow can pull in the most recent data, process it and provide the necessary output in one click. I find KNIME Analytics Platform especially useful when talking with audiences who are intimidated by code. KNIME Analytics Platform allows us to discuss exactly how data is processed and an analysis takes place at an abstracted level where non-technical users are happy to think and communicate which is often essential when they are subject matter experts whom you need for guidance. For experienced programmers KNIME Analytics Platform is a double-edged sword. Often programmers wish to write their own code because they are more efficient working that way and are constrained by having to think and implement work in nodes. However, those constraints forcing development in a "KNIME way" are useful when working in teams and for maintenance compared to some programmers' idiosyncratic styles.
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    Pros
    BMC Software Inc.
    • The good thing is that there are so many connectors available. Control-M provides lots of features, and we are using almost 60 to 70% of them. Control-M is providing us with so much capability to use during our daily problem-solving.
    • Most of the job creation is very simple and quick and worked as per expectations.
    • Testing and debugging are also very easy, and you can test multiple scenarios using temporary changes during job runs.
    • Log and output presentations are also very good, short and detailed.
    • To monitor specific job net, we can create viewpoint, which can be use on daily basis.
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    KNIME
    • Summarize instrument level financial data with relevant statistics
    • Map transactions from core extracts to groups of like transactions using rule engines
    • Machine learning using random forests and other techniques to analyze data and identify correlations for use in predictive models
    • Fill out sampling data from averages.
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    Cons
    BMC Software Inc.
    • I haven't come across too many spots where I'm not happy with the product. Most of the shortfalls were in my knowledge of the product as opposed to the actual product. Currently we're having a little bit of an issue with the deployment of the software to the servers, but it's more of an "us" problem than a product problem. I can't really give any good examples of shortfalls of the product that I've found so far.
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    KNIME
    • It does not have proper visualization.
    • Some other BI tools (QlikView) have much easier functions for data interaction.
    • Some other BI tools (Tableau) can be set up much faster.
    • It is not an easy tool to use for non-tech savvy staff.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    BMC Software Inc.
    It is one of the best solutions on the market, in terms of innovation, reliability and stability. Control-M provides security when used by the largest companies in Mexico such as banks, department stores and logistics. It has proven to be able to integrate with new technologies on the market and provide almost 100% availability, thanks to its automatic FailOver scheme.
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    KNIME
    We are happy with Knime product and their support. Knime AP is versatile product and even can execute Python scripts if needed. It also supports R execution as well; however, it is not being used at our end
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    Usability
    BMC Software Inc.
    User experience is meeting my expectations. We had a manual checklist, which Control-M Reports has now replaced, that helped us check the jobs without any issues. So, being fair with the work, the ratings should also be fair. More to come as the AI progresses; this will not only help motivate the Control-M Developers but also lead to the development of advanced technology.
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    KNIME
    KNIME Analytics Platform offers a great tradeoff between intuitiveness and simplicity of the user interface and almost limitless flexibility. There are tools that are even easier to adopt by someone new to analytics, but none that would provide the scalability of KNIME when the user skills and application complexity grows
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    Reliability and Availability
    BMC Software Inc.
    Secondary Instances: Control-M supports the installation of a secondary instance of the entire Control-M environment, Control-M/EM, or Control-M/Server.Automatic & Manual Failover: In case of a failure on the primary host, Control-M can automatically failover to the secondary host if using Oracle or MSSQL databases. Manual failover is also an option, enabling a controlled switch during planned maintenance.Fallback: After resolving the issue on the primary host, you can easily fall back to it, or even designate the secondary host as the new primary. Database Replication: For high availability, Control-M leverages database replication from the primary site to a disaster recovery site. While replication is essential, its implementation and maintenance are the user's responsibility.
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    KNIME
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    Performance
    BMC Software Inc.
    good page load times, efficient report completion, and minimal impact on integrated systems. Specifically, the well-designed GUI contributes to a positive user experience, and the platform's ability to automate various stages of the workflow, including Big Data processes, is highlighted as a key strength. Fast Page Loads: Control-M is reported to have a responsive user interface with fast page load times, allowing users to quickly navigate and manage their workflows
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    KNIME
    No answers on this topic
    Support Rating
    BMC Software Inc.
    Support is generally excellent. Getting lower priority ones resolved can take a while, but it's rare for something to have to be dumped in the "unfixable" bin. If you end up speaking to Houston or Tel Aviv, then you know you've got a "live one".
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    KNIME
    KNIME's HQ is in Europe, which makes it hard for US companies to get customer service in time and on time. Their customer service also takes on average 1 to 2 weeks to follow up with your request. KNIME's documentation is also helpful but it does not provide you all the answers you need some of the time.
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    In-Person Training
    BMC Software Inc.
    Very knowledgeable instructors provide a hands-on, collaborative learning experience and can interact directly with instructors to develop our Control-M skills. This format allows for immediate feedback, in-depth discussions, and tailored guidance, leading to a deeper understanding of Control-M concepts and practical application. Face-to-face interaction fosters higher engagement and a more dynamic learning environment.
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    KNIME
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    Online Training
    BMC Software Inc.
    Simple and easy to use web based, well paced. Available any time. All online courses are simple and easy to access and use. Very practical everyday use scenarios and solutions. Incorporates software simulations, learning games, and built-in assessments to enhance comprehension and engagement. Online subscriptions are regularly updated with the latest product information, ensuring users have access to the most current knowledge.
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    KNIME
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    Implementation Rating
    BMC Software Inc.
    As HA we have depend on the external DB, why don't we have HA feasibility with embedded DB. As with external DB, there are performance issues and fine tuning the DB. As if its embedded DB, Control-M it self take care of the functionality.
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    KNIME
    KNIME Analytics Platform is easy to install on any Windows, Mac or Linux machine. The KNIME Server product that is currently being replaced by the KNIME Business Hub comes as multiple layers of software and it took us some time to set up the system right for stability. This was made harder by KNIME staff's deeper expertise in setting up the Server in Linux rather than Windows environment. The KNIME Business Hub promises to have a simpler architecture, although currently there is no visibility of a Windows version of the product.
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    Alternatives Considered
    BMC Software Inc.
    Control-M: Known for its comprehensive workload automation capabilities, handling complex job scheduling, dependency management, and IT process automation. TWS: Traditionally strong in Batch processing and job scheduling, focusing on high-performance computing environments. TIDEL: Offers a combination of workload automation and IT process management, often used in mainframe environments.AutoSys: Provides job scheduling and workflow management with a reputation for scalability and performance.
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    KNIME
    Having used both the Alteryx and [KNIME Analytics] I can definitely feel the ease of using the software of Alteryx. The [KNIME Analytics] on the other hand isn't that great but is 90% of what Alteryx can do along with how much ease it can do. Having said that, the 90% functionality and UI at no cost would be enough for me to quit using Alteryx and move towards [KNIME Analytics].
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    Contract Terms and Pricing Model
    BMC Software Inc.
    While Control-M offers flexibility with usage-based and subscription-based pricing, some users might prefer more predictable, upfront costs, especially for large-scale deployments. A potential area for improvement could be offering more options for fixed-term contracts with predictable pricing based on factors like the number of agents or jobs, providing a clearer budget for long-term planning
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    KNIME
    No answers on this topic
    Scalability
    BMC Software Inc.
    awesome product.Control-M delivers advanced operational capabilities easily consumed by Dev, Ops, data teams, and lines of business.Control-M Workflow InsightsApplication and data workflow observability: Increased confidence that SLAs are being met for Control-M users and IT leadersComprehensive control and management capabilities: Enhanced dashboards and reporting with constant telemetry and intelligent analysis on executing workflowsSelf-service visibility: In-depth reporting to help teams work autonomously
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    KNIME
    No answers on this topic
    Professional Services
    BMC Software Inc.
    Strengths: The vendor provided strong post-sales support, timely issue resolution, and effective onboarding. Their technical team was knowledgeable and responsive, ensuring smooth integration and minimal disruption. Training resources and documentation were comprehensive. Areas for Improvement: While overall service was excellent, occasional delays in advanced customization or escalations slightly impacted timelines. More proactive optimization suggestions could further enhance value.
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    KNIME
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    Return on Investment
    BMC Software Inc.
    • Since centralizing all our workflows in Control-M, we've cut end to end processing time by nearly 30%
    • Before Control-M we were babysitting scripts, manually rerunning failed jobs, and chasing ghost errors. With automated recovery, smart notifications, and fewer failures slipping through the cracks, we have saved 3 hours a day across teams
    • Our workflows success rate sits at 99.95% and when things do fail, they are pinpointed immediately
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    KNIME
    • It is suited for data mining or machine learning work but If we're looking for advanced stat methods such as mixed effects linear/logistics models, that needs to be run through an R node.
    • Thinking of our peers with an advanced visualization techniques requirement, it is a lagging product.
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    ScreenShots

    KNIME Analytics Platform Screenshots

    Screenshot of the KNIME Modern UI. This is the the new user interface for the KNIME Analytics Platform that is available with improved look and feel as the default interface, from KNIME Analytics Platform version 5.1.0 release.Screenshot of the KNIME Analytics Platform user interface - the KNIME Workbench - displays the current, open workflow(s). Here is the general user interface layout — application tabs, side panel, workflow editor and node monitor.Screenshot of the KNIME user interface elements — workflow toolbar, node action bar, rename components and metanodes.Screenshot of the entry page, which is displayed by clicking the Home tab. From here users can; check out example workflows to get started, access a local workspace, or even start a new workflow by clicking the yellow plus button.Screenshot of the status of a KNIME node, which shows whether it's configured, not configured, executed, or has an error.Screenshot of the KNIME node action bar, which can be used to configure, execute, cancel, reset, and - when available - open the view.