Compare MEGA HOPEX vs. Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect
MEGA HOPEX is ranked 4th in Architecture Management with 6 reviews while Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect is ranked 1st in Architecture Management with 14 reviews. MEGA HOPEX is rated 7.6, while Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of MEGA HOPEX writes "A straightforward initial setup with helpful technical support". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect writes "An extensible solution with helpful webinars and good tutorials to learn from". MEGA HOPEX is most compared with ARIS BPM, Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect and Visio, whereas Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect is most compared with Visual Paradigm, Visio and No Magic MagicDraw. See our MEGA HOPEX vs. Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect report.
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We don't use the entire solution, however, even the small sections we have access to work well for our company and our purposes. I find the IT portfolio management very valuable and helpful. The most valuable feature of this solution is the reuse of common enterprise components and entities. The initial setup was straightforward. With configuration, customizing or prepping the data and deployment, it took about one year to set up. We only needed two people to deploy and maintain the solution: one business architect and someone who specializes in customization and operations. The most valuable feature for this solution is the automatic updating and propagation of changes across the system. You do not need to be a professional of enterprise modeling to contribute to the enrichment and improvement of the enterprise repository. It generates friendly websites and presents specific views of the enterprise (business, functional, applicative, technological, and infrastructure). | The most valuable feature is the integrated data model, so if I change the name of an item, all models using that object are automatically updated. The most valuable features are the flexibility and adaptability of Sparx Enterprise Architect. Some of the business processes are very easy to compare when you have the diagrams. I like that there is support for software patterns. Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect supports multiple modeling languages like ArchiMate for database design, software lifecycle visualization, and team management. I have found the Meta Model tuning feature useful as it provides me with an overview of all my work needs. Its most valuable feature is the Zachman Framework. We can easily use it with our new customers. |
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The solution is a bit expensive. They could work to make it more competitive. Scalability can be a problem sometimes. The tool usability is weak and it also has a high learning curve. They do tend to push people to their professional services, instead of helping the customers with their problems. I understand this is their business. At the same time, however, they need to work on fact sheets or offer some program to help the customers who want to implement it themselves and to make it run properly in their environment. We would like to see integration with other products, such as being able to use our workflow with SharePoint and Microsoft Office. Needs a friendlier import/export to other modeling tools. | This solution should have better ease of use for the uninitiated. Using EA involves a steep learning curve if you want to understand its capabilities and functionality. I think that collaboration can be better. It would be nice to have it supported on the Linux operating system. There used to be that feature in ArchiMate Modeling of Enterprise Architect called inherited relationships. Now it's gone. It should be made Windows compatible. The reporting needs improvement. Weak in regards to data modelling. No logical or physical modelling or migration from conceptual to physical. |
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It is very expensive. If you want to use additional features, such as the Risk Management capability, then it is a little too expensive. | In terms of cost, Sparx EA is probably one of the cheapest tools I have ever used. Pricing and licensing are suitable even for small companies. |
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MEGA’s HOPEX platform helps you to understand the relationships throughout your company’s ecosystem. If you think of your business like a Jenga tower, pulling out the wrong block could collapse your tower. MEGA provides visibility that enables you to make intelligent decisions and strategic investments, respond to market changes, and ensure that strategies are linked to execution. Now you’ll know which blocks to pull, and why. With MEGA’s software platform, manage enterprise complexity for optimal business performance. Gain a stronger understanding of your organization’s strategy, investments, processes, risks, and IT landscape. We’re proud to have customers who have achieved a 300+% ROI. Together, let’s see how we can do even better for your business. | Sparx Enterprise Architect is a platform that accelerates and integrates software, business and systems development. Twice winner of Jolt and multiple SD Times Awards with an installed base of 580,000 + licenses, supported by 230 partners in 160 countries. From requirements to implementation and beyond, Sparx Systems' Enterprise Architect is a fully featured tool suite that lets you model, design, simulate, prototype, build, test, manage and trace from vision to solution. |
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| Aetna, Fannie Mae, M&T Bank, Glatfelter Insurance Group, Zions Management Services Company, The College Board, Baxter Credit Union, AXA Financial, Missouri Department of Conservation, New York State OTDA, MEG Energy Corp, Walgreens, Procter & Gamble, Biogen Idec, Gilead Sciences, Organic Valley, Trinity Health, Nissan and Ford | OmniLink |
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Financial Services Firm38% Insurance Company25% Sports Company13% Healthcare Company13% Software R&D Company20% Insurance Company15% Manufacturing Company14% Government12% | Government18% Financial Services Firm14% Energy/Utilities Company14% Manufacturing Company11% Software R&D Company21% Comms Service Provider13% Government11% Insurance Company7% |
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Small Business24% Midsize Enterprise29% Large Enterprise47% | Small Business32% Midsize Enterprise17% Large Enterprise51% Small Business27% Midsize Enterprise25% Large Enterprise48% |
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