Did you know that almost 80% of all New Year’s resolutions are associated with health? As an IBM Planning Analytics user, it’s important to also think about your system’s health! This is why you should put “upgrading Planning Analytics” on your list of resolutions. Here’s why …
IBM recently announced some changing timelines to the forthcoming deprecation of Planning Analytics 2.0.9.x. For background, read our blog post, IBM Planning Analytics Tips & Tricks: Upcoming Changes to Planning Analytics, or watch our on-demand webinar, Understanding the Migration from Legacy TM1 to Planning Analytics.
Key Updates
- IBM is extending the general support period for Planning Analytics 2.0.9.x until October 31, 2025.
- Users can purchase extended support from IBM for an additional year through October 31, 2026.
- Planning Analytics 2.1.x is now supported until April 30, 2027.
Implications for Users
Staying on unsupported versions can expose organizations to security vulnerabilities, lack of technical support and missed opportunities for leveraging new functionalities. You should assess your current Planning Analytics environment and develop a roadmap for upgrading to supported versions.
Recommended Actions
- 1. Evaluate Current Usage: Understand how your organization uses Planning Analytics and identify any customizations or dependencies that may affect the upgrade process.
- 2. Plan the Upgrade: Develop a comprehensive plan that includes timelines, resource allocation and testing phases to ensure a smooth transition.
- 3. Engage with Revelwood: We can help you access support resources and documentation to assist with the upgrade process and address any challenges that come up.
By proactively addressing these end-of-support dates, organizations can maintain the integrity of their financial planning systems and continue to benefit from IBM’s advancements in Planning Analytics.Need help?
Send a quick note to: info@revelwood.com.
