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Explanation of the latest interim fix release model
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This blog is current as of October 7th, 2022.
Our current Maximo 7.6.1.x interim fix release process is what we call the N-2 model.
This model will be changing to the N-1 model - currently planned to be rolled-out for 2023.
Before I go into detail, let’s get the terminology out of the way:
- IFIX – interim fix; contains multiple APAR fixes and is cumulative in nature.
- Automation QA Testing - Install test, BVT, automation regression testing
- Full QA Testing - Previous + manual testing of each individual APAR.
What does the current N-2 model mean in a nutshell?
- Interim fixes are provided for the 3 most recent Feature or Fix Packs
- Interim fixes are released on a regularly (every 30 – 90 days – subject to change)
- Interim fixes on the latest Feature or Fix Packs go through full QA testing
- Interim fixes on the two previous Feature Packs or Fix Packs go through regression testing
- Interim fixes are not released for older Feature or Fix Packs
What does the future N-1 model mean in a nutshell?
- Interim fixes are provided for the 2 most recent Feature or Fix Packs
- Interim fixes are released on a regular basis (every 30 – 90 days – subject to change)
- Interim fixes on the latest Feature or Fix Packs (7.6.1.3) will go through automated QA testing (and select manual testing)
- Interim fixes on the previous Feature Pack or Fix Pack (7.6.1.2) go through automated QA testing
- Interim fixes are not released for older Feature or Fix Packs (7.6.1.0 and 7.6.1.1)
Here are the specifics for Maximo 7.6.1.x (current as of October 7th, 2022):
Current (N) Fix Pack - 7.6.1.3
- Released on 13 September 2022
- Interim fix released every 30 - 90 days
- Interim fixes go through full automated QA testing (and select manual testing)
Current N-1 Fix Pack - 7.6.1.2
- Released on 24 July 2020
- Interim fix releases every 30 - 90 days
- Interim fixes go through full automated QA testing
- The last IFIX for 7.6.1.2 will be released in December 2023
Current N-2 Fix Pack 7.6.1.1
- Released on 24 May 2019
- We plan to release one further interim fix on 7.6.1.1 in 2022
- This interim fix will go through regression QA cycle (Automation QA testing)
Please note that this information may be subject to change without notice.
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