Brightidea
7.3#4 in idea management softwareFrom $99 a monthAndroidiOSWebAPI
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Sideways 6
5.8#14 in innovation softwareWebAPI
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| Fact | Brightidea | Sideways 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Access controls | The platform supports SAML single sign-on, configurable password rules, granular access privileges, and IP restrictions. | The security page lists SAML and Azure AD single sign-on and granular permission controls. |
| Audience | Brightidea says its software is designed to help organizations run innovation programs and reports working with over 300 global brands. | The maker describes Ideas Lite as purpose-built for smaller groups and Enterprise as for large companies driving change at scale. |
| Founded | 1999 | 2014 |
| Headquarters | San Francisco, California, United States | London, UK |
| Integrations | Listed integrations include Microsoft Teams, Jira, Slack, Asana, ChatGPT, ServiceNow, Zapier, Google Drive, SharePoint, and Power BI. | The maker lists Microsoft Teams, Interact Intranet, Microsoft Viva Engage, and Workplace from Meta as integrations. |
| Purpose | Brightidea provides innovation program management software covering the innovation journey. | Sideways 6 is idea management software that helps companies collect, manage, deliver, and measure the impact of employee ideas. |
| Support | Brightidea lists email and phone support, a knowledge base, and an online customer community among its support services. | Lite includes email support, while Enterprise includes live support and a dedicated customer success manager. |
Brightidea plans
- Memo Team Site$99 a month
Sideways 6 plans
- EnterprisePriced on request
- LitePriced on request
Pick Brightidea if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Sideways 6 if…
Sideways 6 suits companies that want employees to submit, discuss, and evaluate ideas. Lite is aimed at smaller groups, while Enterprise is intended for large companies managing change at scale.