BMC FootPrints vs. Dancing Numbers

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
BMC FootPrints
Score 8.4 out of 10
N/A
BMC FootPrints is an IT service management (ITSM) solution featuring workload automation.N/A
Dancing Numbers
Score 9.0 out of 10
N/A
Dancing Numbers is a platform that aims to make importing, exporting, and deleting the data in QuickBooks account easier. Dancing Numbers also offers pro advisors who are present 365 days.
$199
per year per user
Pricing
BMC FootPrintsDancing Numbers
Editions & Modules
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Importer, Exporter, and Deleter
$199
per year per user
Importer, Exporter, and Deleter
$199
per year per user
Accountant Basic
$499
per year Unlimited
Accountant Basic
$499
per year Unlimited
Accountant Pro
$899
per year Unlimited
Accountant Pro
$899
per year Unlimited
Accountant Premium
$1,999
per year Unlimited
Accountant Premium
$1,999
per year Unlimited
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
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Free Trial
NoYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeOptional
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
BMC FootPrintsDancing Numbers
Considered Both Products
BMC FootPrints
Chose BMC FootPrints
Both are developed from the same vendor but Footprints is so complete for all the configurations that we need (we are a medium business company). BMC Remedy has a little more friendly interface but it doesn't meet our needs. We prefer a product that fits better our needs to a …
Chose BMC FootPrints
I did not chose the program it was chosen and implemented by our IT team. Based on verified reviews from real users in the IT Service Management Tools market.
Chose BMC FootPrints
We have not evaluated any other software up against BMC FootPrints.
Chose BMC FootPrints
We haven't used any others besides this one, but we did evaluate BMC Remedyforce, SysAid, and ServiceNow. Remedyforce and ServiceNow seem much more advanced and difficult to use, though I'm sure they are probably much more feature-rich once you get used to them, but the …
Chose BMC FootPrints
I was not involved in the selection process but in my opinion either SQL or Access databases would have worked just as well without the same amount of cost. These two systems would have been much easier to manage and would have tracked the same information in a less convoluted …
Chose BMC FootPrints
I didn't select FootPrints. It is what the current company chose. I would much rather use JIRA and Confluence.
Chose BMC FootPrints
I did not select BMC footprints in my previous role and I am not sure what dictated that decision.
Chose BMC FootPrints
We already had Footprints deployed when I started, and we have not done any evaluation in the last seven years.
Chose BMC FootPrints
We only used an in house built system before and this blows everything the old software was capable of out of the water.
Chose BMC FootPrints
We have evaluated multiple including HEAT and ServiceNow. Their older versions gave us more to play with and able to use more, but since going to version 11, it has been very unfavorable. We have had to adapt and work with what was provided. We have understood that ServiceNow …
Chose BMC FootPrints
BMC offers vast functionality, that also can be overwhelming. If proper training and execution of its bolts and parts are completed properly, this tool can provide the efficiency and tracking that a Enterprise Business requires.
Chose BMC FootPrints
If you are looking for something for a large corporation, BMC Footprints may be the fit for any department that needs to communicate/resolve issues across other departments. It is great for a large amount of users, but because of its focus on issue logging, it is limited when …
Chose BMC FootPrints
I was not the one who selected Footprints.
Chose BMC FootPrints
We liked it because it has more features and a better price and its not cloud based.
Dancing Numbers

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Features
BMC FootPrintsDancing Numbers
Incident and problem management
Comparison of Incident and problem management features of Product A and Product B
BMC FootPrints
8.1
Ratings
0% below category average
Dancing Numbers
-
Ratings
Organize and prioritize service tickets9.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Expert directory7.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Service restoration6.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Self-service tools7.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Subscription-based notifications10.00 Ratings00 Ratings
ITSM collaboration and documentation9.00 Ratings00 Ratings
ITSM reports and dashboards9.00 Ratings00 Ratings
ITSM asset management
Comparison of ITSM asset management features of Product A and Product B
BMC FootPrints
7.9
Ratings
4% below category average
Dancing Numbers
-
Ratings
Configuration mangement7.70 Ratings00 Ratings
Asset management dashboard8.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Policy and contract enforcement8.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Change management
Comparison of Change management features of Product A and Product B
BMC FootPrints
9.0
Ratings
7% above category average
Dancing Numbers
-
Ratings
Change requests repository9.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Change calendar9.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Service-level management9.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Reporting & Analytics
Comparison of Reporting & Analytics features of Product A and Product B
BMC FootPrints
-
Ratings
Dancing Numbers
9.0
Ratings
11% above category average
Dashboards00 Ratings8.00 Ratings
Standard reports00 Ratings9.00 Ratings
Custom reports00 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Process Engine
Comparison of Process Engine features of Product A and Product B
BMC FootPrints
-
Ratings
Dancing Numbers
5.3
Ratings
30% below category average
Process designer00 Ratings8.00 Ratings
Process simulation00 Ratings3.00 Ratings
Business rules engine00 Ratings3.00 Ratings
SOA support00 Ratings9.00 Ratings
Process player00 Ratings7.00 Ratings
Model execution00 Ratings2.00 Ratings
Business Process Automation
Comparison of Business Process Automation features of Product A and Product B
BMC FootPrints
-
Ratings
Dancing Numbers
2.0
Ratings
101% below category average
Business Process Modeling00 Ratings2.00 Ratings
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User Ratings
BMC FootPrintsDancing Numbers
Likelihood to Recommend
8.4
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9.0
(0 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
8.6
(0 ratings)
-
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Usability
8.0
(0 ratings)
10.0
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
8.0
(0 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
BMC FootPrintsDancing Numbers
Likelihood to Recommend
Tracing any maintenance requests, so you don't forget any requests, it also sends an email to the requestor once the project is completed. Keeping status of projects in progress and the current state they are in. Allowing anyone with access to know the current state of any project. Generating a useful report is a bit more difficult then I would like.
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Dancing Numbers is ideal for small to medium-sized businesses needing an easy-to-use, cost-effective accounting solution, particularly during transitions from manual bookkeeping or other software. It’s especially useful for firms with basic accounting needs or limited expertise, offering automation for routine tasks. However, it may not be suitable for large enterprises with complex financial operations, businesses requiring advanced customization, or those in highly regulated industries. It also might fall short for companies with extensive international operations or high transaction volumes.
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Pros
  • Documentation. We try to reduce the amount of paperwork needed for staff to do their job, so by automating certain tasks, we are able to speed up the resolution process for trouble tickets.
  • Reporting. We'll use the reporting tool to get the number of tickets opened, response times and can go into granular reports.
  • Surveys. When tickets are closed, we automatically send out surveys to end users to get valuable feedback on how we did and what we can improve.
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  • Bulk Data Import
  • Bulk Data Export
  • Bulk Data Delete
  • Data Conversion
  • Software Integration
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Cons
  • Purpose based configuration- It would be beneficial to see a more purposed based, out of the box, configuration option. For example, if you need PCI compliance, more intuitive reporting would make managing compliance much easier.
  • Initial design and implementation- Don't think that your experience as an IT professional will allow you to stand this system up on your own. To properly configure Footprints and set yourself up for success down the road, get Professional Services with this one.
  • Somewhat behind the times- Service Core is making a huge leap forward with the latest version, 12, but Asset Core is far behind. There are quite a few quirks to how the application works and how it is used.
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Likelihood to Renew
It has been the business decision to go with them and that is what we will do. Going back, this would have not been the choice, but nothing can be done about it now. We are stuck with this application for years to come. Wish there were other possibilities that could be done.
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Usability
It's so simple to use and customize however you want. You can create new workspaces and workflows with ease, set up new users, incoming email rules, customize the layout of the forms, and even change the colors and logos. It's just very easily customizable overall. It's also really straightforward to figure out how to use, you really almost don't have to show somebody how to use it. If you just sit them down in front of it and let them look it over, they could figure it out themselves easily.
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I’ve been using Dancing Numbers for a few months now, and overall, it’s been a great experience. The platform is user-friendly and intuitive, making it relatively easy to navigate even for someone with a moderate level of accounting knowledge. The automated data entry and reconciliation features are particularly helpful, saving us a significant amount of time and reducing manual errors.The integration with various accounting systems is a big plus, allowing us to seamlessly connect with our existing tools. Customer support has been responsive and helpful whenever we’ve had questions or needed assistance.However, there are a few areas where Dancing Numbers could improve. While the core functionalities are strong, some advanced features feel a bit limited compared to competitors. Additionally, the pricing structure could be more flexible to accommodate different business sizes and needs.Overall, Dancing Numbers is a solid choice for businesses looking to streamline their accounting processes with a reliable tool, though there’s room for enhancement in certain areas.
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Support Rating
I've had no issues with the support for FootPrints. We haven't really had to use them all that much over the years, but when needed they have always been prompt and knowledgeable at dealing with any issue. I've worked with a lot of different support teams over the years, and they have been one of my favorites to work with.
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Alternatives Considered
Both are developed from the same vendor but Footprints is so complete for all the configurations that we need (we are a medium business company). BMC Remedy has a little more friendly interface but it doesn't meet our needs. We prefer a product that fits better our needs to a product that could have other features that we are not going to use.
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Return on Investment
  • When properly implemented, "BMC Footprints" can lead to "employee efficiency and better customer service"
  • It is a large and overwhelming tool, if the users are not trained properly and use it throughout their daily tasks.
  • Help Desk module is definitely well built and easy to work with
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