OpenEdge 11.7 Is Officially Retired – Here’s What You Need to Know

As of April 1, 2025, Progress OpenEdge 11.7 has officially retired. While applications running on OpenEdge 11.7 will continue functioning as they did before the retirement date, remaining on this retired version presents key challenges and risks. Now is the time to explore your next steps and migrate to OpenEdge 12.8 to strengthen your business and position it for the future.

Here’s everything you need to know about the retirement of 11.7—and why now is the right time to upgrade.

What Does Retirement Mean?

As of April 1, 2025, Progress will no longer provide bug fixes, updates or patches for the 8+ year-old OpenEdge 11.7 version. So while your applications will continue to operate as usual, you will no longer receive critical security updates or performance improvements.

This puts your business at risk for compatibility issues, security vulnerabilities and decreased system performance. Furthermore, staying on a retired version could leave your organization out of compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

The Risks of Not Upgrading

Staying on OpenEdge 11.7can have these negative effects:

• Lack of Support and Updates: Without official support, any issues that arise will go unresolved, leading to increased downtime and potential data loss.
• Compatibility Issues: As other technologies evolve, your 11.7 applications may no longer be compatible with newer systems or tools, creating operational bottlenecks.
• Security Vulnerabilities: Without regular security updates, your systems may become more vulnerable to attacks, data breaches and other malicious activities.
• Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Failing to upgrade could cause your organization to fall out of compliance with industry regulations, leading to fines or other legal consequences.
• Loss of Competitive Advantage: As your competitors move forward with modernized technology, staying on an outdated version will make it harder to keep up, putting your business at a disadvantage.

Benefits of Upgrading to OpenEdge 12.8

Making the move to OpenEdge 12.8 offers a host of advantages that will not only help protect your organization but also provide a solid foundation for innovation:

• Advanced Support Services: With OpenEdge 12.8, you’ll have access to comprehensive support, helping your business stay operational without interruptions.
• Latest Security Updates: Upgrading means you receive the latest security patches, which help protect your data and systems from cyber threats.
• Enhanced Features and Functionality: OpenEdge 12.8 comes with many new features that improve application performance, scalability and efficiency—key components for maintaining a competitive edge.
• Compatibility with New Technologies: OpenEdge 12.8 is fully compatible with emerging technologies, enabling your applications to be integrated seamlessly with future innovations.
• Future Performance Enhancements: With each update, the OpenEdge team delivers performance improvements that help keep your applications running optimally, enabling faster processing and better user experiences.

Next Steps: What Should You Do?

Special Migration Support

To help provide a seamless upgrade, we offer various support options tailored to your needs:

• 90-Day Free Access: After you upgrade your licenses to OpenEdge 12.8, you can continue using the previous version for 90 days at no extra cost to ease the transition.
• Flexible Rental Options: If more time is needed, take advantage of flexible rental options for the newer version, so you get access to full support throughout your modernization project.
• Comprehensive Consulting Services: Our expert consultants are available to help you plan, execute and complete your migration, so everything is done on time and within budget.

Professional Services Experts Are Here to Help

OpenEdge specialists are ready to guide you through every phase of your migration. Whether you need help rehosting, replatforming or refactoring your applications, our team can check that you’re leveraging your existing components in the most effective way. We’ll create a modernization roadmap based on your goals, current technology and skills to keep your applications future-ready and primed for business growth.

Discover If You Qualify for a Free Upgrade

If you’re covered by an Active Service Agreement, you are eligible for a complimentary license upgrade to OpenEdge 12.8. Contact your account representative to find out if you qualify and take advantage of this opportunity to modernize your applications without the additional cost.

Ready for the Next Steps?

The OpenEdge 11.7 retirement is a pivotal moment for your business. While your applications will continue to work as they always have, the risks of staying on an unsupported version are numerous. OpenEdge 12.8 offers enhanced functionality, improved security and a future-ready platform that can help you stay ahead of the competition. Don’t wait—start your migration today.

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