(IBM Maximo Version 7.6 is approaching “End of Service” in the month of September 2025)
Migration from EAM to IBM MAS
Migration from EAm to IBM MAS (Maximo Application Suite)
Upgrading or Migrating to new IBM Maximo Application Suite (MAS) version 8 involves transitioning your existing Maximo (Enterprise Asset Management) deployment to the latest version of the suite. IBM Maximo Application (MAS) involves upgrading your asset management system to take advantage of new features, enhancements, and capabilities and a more integrated experience for managing various aspects of your organization’s operations.
Steps to upgrading/migrating to IBM Maximo Application (MAS) Suite
Maximo Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) System will be sunset on September 30, 2025. Following this deadline, IBM will no longer be providing support for Maximo 7.6.1 (or older versions) in the form of fixes, patches, and telephone support. Until that date, additional support may be delivered to solve critical defects or security vulnerabilities that may arise between now and the deadline.
Embarking on the journey from EAS to IBM MAS requires careful planning and execution. Follow this step-by-step guide to ensure a smooth transition:
Assess Your Current EAS Environment
Begin by conducting a comprehensive assessment of your existing EAS environment. Identify the assets managed by EAS, the associated data, and any customizations made. This groundwork sets the stage for a well-informed migration strategy.
Plan Your Migration
With insights from the assessment, outline your migration plan. Define the migration scope, allocate a suitable timeline, and set a budget. Select an appropriate migration tool and methodology that align with your organization’s requirements.
Migrate Your Data
Execute the migration plan by transferring data from EAS to IBM MAS. Utilize a reliable migration tool and follow best practices to ensure data integrity and completeness throughout the process.
Test Your Migration
Thoroughly test the migrated data within the IBM MAS environment. Validate asset visibility, data accuracy, reporting, and analytics functionalities. Address any discrepancies or issues before proceeding.
Roll out with IBM MAS
Once you are confident in the migration results, proceed with the final phase. Decommission EAS and seamlessly transition all users to IBM MAS. Provide training and support to facilitate a seamless adoption.
Is there a deadline for the Migration to MAS?
Maximo Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) System will be sunset on September 30, 2025. Following this deadline, IBM will no longer be providing support for Maximo 7.6.1 (or older versions) in the form of fixes, patches, and telephone support. Until that date, additional support may be delivered to solve critical defects or security vulnerabilities that may arise between now and the deadline.
Maximo Application Suite Benefits
- Improved asset utilization and performance
- Reduced operation and capital expenditure
- Reduced operational downtime
- Increased scalability
- Improving Life Cycle Asset Management
- Improve return on investment
- Unify processes across multiple sites
- Collect and analyze data on all types of assets
- Improved reporting capabilities
If you are interested in learning more about IBM MAS, or how Pragma Edge can prepare a Maximo Upgrade Assessment for your organization