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OpenText Service Management

byOpenText
in
4.4
Market Presence: IT Service Management Platforms, AI Applications in IT Service Management

Overview

Product Information on OpenText Service Management

Updated 13th October 2025

What is OpenText Service Management?

OpenText Service Management (SMAX) is a software designed to support IT service management processes, including incident, problem, change, release, and request management. The software features analytics-driven automation, workflow design, self-service portals, and asset management capabilities. It helps organizations streamline service delivery, improve operational efficiency, and maintain compliance with service management best practices. SMAX addresses business needs by providing a configurable platform for tracking, resolving, and reporting IT service issues, enabling organizations to optimize resource usage, reduce downtime, and ensure continuous improvement in service operations.

OpenText Service Management Pricing

OpenText Service Management (SMAX) software employs a subscription-based pricing model, typically structured according to the number of users or agents and available deployment options such as cloud or on-premises. Pricing may vary based on selected modules and support levels, with additional fees for advanced functionality, integrations, and other enterprise features.

Overall experience with OpenText Service Management

IT Manager
Gov't/PS/ED 5,000 - 50,000 Employees, Education
FAVORABLE

“SMAX Demands Significant Setup Time But Offers Comprehensive Operational Integration”

4.0
Feb 5, 2026
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IT Associate
<50M USD, Banking
CRITICAL

“Modeling and Enrichment Capabilities Praised Alongside Real Time Data Access”

3.0
Aug 5, 2025
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About Company

Company Description

Updated 13th January 2026

OpenText powers and protects information. As a global secure information management provider for businesses, OpenText tools span content management, artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, cloud, and business networks. For over 30 years, OpenText has helped organizations manage and protect their data and documents while modernizing their information architecture. Its integrated hub connects information across departments and applications to enhance employee experience, productivity, and collaboration, while making information structured and searchable through AI, machine learning, and semantic search. In addition, OpenText delivers endpoint security and digital life protection solutions to safeguard businesses against cyberattacks and data breaches.

Company Details

Updated 13th January 2026
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1991
Head office location
Waterloo, Canada
Number of employees
10001+
Annual Revenue
3B-10B USD
Website
http://www.opentext.com

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OpenText Service Management Reviews and Ratings

4.4

(22 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
41%
4 Star
55%
3 Star
5%
2 Star
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1 Star
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  • IT Manager
    Gov't/PS/Ed
    Education
    Review Source

    SMAX Demands Significant Setup Time But Offers Comprehensive Operational Integration

    4.0
    Feb 5, 2026
    If you are looking for a solution that you can setup over the weekend, SMAX is NOT that. That said, if you want a solution that forms the centre of all your operations, IT and Non IT, that does not require a re-build every two years, then the investment is worth your while. Also, with the premium licenses, EVERYTHING is included, it's not and another module at an exorbitant cost like Service Now.
  • IT Manager
    Gov't/PS/Ed
    Education
    Review Source

    SMAX Demands Significant Setup Time But Offers Comprehensive Operational Integration

    4.0
    Feb 5, 2026
    If you are looking for a solution that you can setup over the weekend, SMAX is NOT that. That said, if you want a solution that forms the centre of all your operations, IT and Non IT, that does not require a re-build every two years, then the investment is worth your while. Also, with the premium licenses, EVERYTHING is included, it's not and another module at an exorbitant cost like Service Now.
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OpenText Service Management Likes & Dislikes

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The ease of upgrades has to be at the top.

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The ease of upgrades has to be at the top.

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The ease of upgrades has to be at the top.

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