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Helix Core

Read 5 Helix Core reviews
89 views|83 comparisons
100% willing to recommend
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IBM Rational ClearCase

Read 6 IBM Rational ClearCase reviews
778 views|548 comparisons
66% willing to recommend
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Visual Studio Team System

Read 14 Visual Studio Team System reviews
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100% willing to recommend
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Software Configuration Management
March 2024
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We performed a comparison between Helix Core, IBM Rational ClearCase, and Visual Studio Team System based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Anonymous User
We moved all our collaborative storage into the solution’s servers.
Anonymous User
Researched Helix Core but chose IBM Rational ClearCase: I appreciate the MultiSite feature.
For years, it was the only solution for a global organization.
Mustapha Sedki Ben Romdhane
A scalable and efficient solution that can be used to perform tasks involved in developing information systems
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  • "This is a very expensive product."
  • "IBM Rational ClearCase, like any other IBM tool, is expensive."

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  • "The price could be better."
  • "There is no fee for the solution's community version."
  • "It is an open-source product from Microsoft."
  • "You can choose pricing from a variety of options. I would rate the product's pricing a six out of ten."
  • "The tool's licensing costs are yearly."

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    What do you like most about IBM Rational ClearCase?
    Top Answer:IBM Rational ClearCase is a stable solution. I have not had any difficulty with reliability.
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    What needs improvement with IBM Rational ClearCase?
    Top Answer:I have found it very difficult to understand many functionalities in IBM Rational ClearCase. We have had many problems… more »
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    What is your primary use case for IBM Rational ClearCase?
    Top Answer:We are using IBM Rational ClearCase in Peru at two large banks for a code repository. However, it is not meant to be… more »
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    What do you like most about Visual Studio Team System?
    Top Answer:The product is efficient.
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    What needs improvement with Visual Studio Team System?
    Top Answer:The product must improve its stability. It must do more innovations. It could be made more efficient to provide the best… more »
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    What is your primary use case for Visual Studio Team System?
    Top Answer:We can use the tool to perform limited tasks in developing information systems.
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    Ranking
    12th
    out of 14 in Software Configuration Management
    Views
    89
    Comparisons
    83
    Reviews
    0
    Average Words per Review
    0
    Rating
    N/A
    4th
    out of 14 in Software Configuration Management
    Views
    778
    Comparisons
    548
    Reviews
    1
    Average Words per Review
    255
    Rating
    5.0
    3rd
    out of 14 in Software Configuration Management
    Views
    175
    Comparisons
    106
    Reviews
    6
    Average Words per Review
    262
    Rating
    9.0
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    Overview

    Perforce, the Fast Software Configuration Management System, is a tool that versions and manages source code and digital assets for enterprises. Perforce is easy to install, learn and administer; seamlessly handles distributed development; and supports developers across a large number of platforms. Perforce ensures development integrity by grouping multi-file updates into atomic changes, enables concurrent development, and intelligently manages multiple software releases using its Inter-File Branching system.

    IBM Rational ClearCase is an enterprise-grade configuration management system that provides controlled access to software assets, including requirements, design documents, models, test plans and test results. It be can be integrated with other IBM solutions, including IBM Rational Team Concert, IBM Rational ClearQuest, IBM Rational Asset Manager and IBM Rational Application Developer for WebSphere Software.

    Microsoft Visual Studio Team System is a platform for productive, integrated, and extensible software development life-cycle tools that helps software teams by improving communication and collaboration throughout the software development process.

    Sample Customers
    Intuit, Disney, Nvidia, Ubisoft, Samsung, Vmware, Adidas, Pixar, salesforce.com, EA
    Atos SE, FEI, STM
    Bluegarden A/S, Tracasa, Rabobank Group, Borusan Otomotiv, Arelik, Alfa Bank
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company22%
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    Real Estate/Law Firm9%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Manufacturing Company23%
    Computer Software Company13%
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Government7%
    REVIEWERS
    Manufacturing Company43%
    Financial Services Firm43%
    Marketing Services Firm14%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business22%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise62%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business12%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise77%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business60%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise27%
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