--- sourceDocument: australia Combined Product Files sourceDocumentLink: https://www.servicenow.com/docs/r/australia/delta-yokohama-australia Release : - australia ft:locale : - en-US ft:publication_title : - australia Combined Product Files ft:clusterId : - delta3ay bundleId : - delta3ay --- # Combined Instance Scan release notes for upgrades from Yokohama to Australia # Combined Instance Scan release notes for upgrades from Yokohama to Australia {#ariaid-title1} Release version: Australia Updated October 8, 2026 ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 3 minutes to read Summarize ![AI sparkle icon](https://servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ai-sparkle-icon) Summarized using AI This content was generated using new OpenAI-powered functionality. Results are provided on an as is basis and are not guaranteed to be accurate or complete. ## Summary of Combined Instance Scan release notes for upgrades from Yokohama to Australia This consolidated release notes document provides ServiceNow customers with a comprehensive view of Instance Scan updates from the Yokohama release through to the Australia release. It highlights new features, changes, deprecations, and important upgrade considerations to help prepare for and optimize the Instance Scan experience when upgrading to the Australia release. Show full answer Show less ## Key Features * **Zurich Release:** * **Scan Cancellation:** Ability to cancel or abort ongoing scans directly from the scan execution modal or results record. * **Scan Queue:** Queuing feature allows automatic sequential execution of scans to improve workflow management. * **Australia Release:** * **Parallel Scan Execution:** Scans can now run in parallel rather than sequentially, reducing bottlenecks and accelerating total scan completion time. * **New Role - scancheckwriter:** Introduced a dedicated role to grant privileges for writing checks on the scancheck table, enhancing security and control. * **Instance Scan IDE Extension:** Access and use Instance Scan directly from the integrated development environment (IDE) on the ServiceNow AI Platform for streamlined development workflows. ## Changes * **Zurich Release:** * **Coral Theme:** Default theme updated to Coral for portals, web, and mobile interfaces with Next Experience or Core UI, offering a fresh, brand-neutral look and a dark mode option. * **Australia Release:** * **Scan Execution Enhancements:** Added support to execute scans on inactive checks by enabling `glide.scan.inactiverecords` property and on base system checks via `glide.scan.basesystemrecords` property, increasing scan coverage and flexibility. ## Activation and Requirements * Instance Scan is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature that is active by default starting from the Zurich release onward, including Australia. * No additional browser, localization, or accessibility requirements or changes were introduced across these releases. ## Upgrade Considerations Before upgrading to Australia, review and complete pre- and post-upgrade tasks as needed to ensure smooth transition. This document serves as a reference to understand what new capabilities and changes will impact your Instance Scan usage and how to leverage them effectively post-upgrade. ## Practical Benefits for ServiceNow Customers * Streamlined scanning operations with parallel execution and queuing reduce waiting times and improve efficiency. * Enhanced control over scan checks with a new dedicated role improves governance and security. * IDE integration supports developers by embedding Instance Scan functionality within their existing development environment. * Expanded scan scope to include inactive and base system checks allows for more comprehensive instance analysis. * Improved user experience with updated Coral theme and options for dark mode on portals and mobile. Consolidated page of all release notes for Instance Scan from Yokohama to Australia. ## How to use this page To help you prepare for your upgrade, we have combined the cross-family Instance Scan release notes onto one page. Read this summary of the new features, changes, and updated information for your product from Yokohama to Australia. Tip: If there were no updates for a release notes section in a certain family release, we included a short note for your reference. For example, if a product did not have any updates in Tokyo, the row says "No updates for this release." ## Important information for upgrading Instance Scan to Australia Before you upgrade to Australia, review these pre- and post-upgrade tasks and complete the tasks as needed. {#dfrn3-instancescan-summary__entry__2} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## New features Between your current release family and Australia, new features were introduced for Instance Scan. {#dfrn3-instancescan-summary__entry__10} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | [Scan cancellation](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=hs-cancel-scan&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : Cancel or abort an ongoing scan by either selecting Cancel Scan in the scan execution modal or the Cancel Scan related link in the results record. [Queuing of scans](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=hs-queue-scan&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : Leverage the scan queue feature to line up your scans for automatic execution following the current scan. | | Australia | [Parallel execution of scans](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=hs-parallel-scan&family=australia&ft:locale=en-US) : Enable parallel execution of scans instead of sequential processing, eliminating bottlenecks and significantly reducing completion times. [New role to write checks in Instance Scan](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=hs-getting-started&family=australia&ft:locale=en-US) : Experience the new scan_check_writer role that has the privilege to write checks on the scan_check table. [Instance Scan extension for IDE](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=hs-is-ide&family=australia&ft:locale=en-US) : You can now access Instance Scan from integrated development environment (IDE) on the ServiceNow AI Platform. | [ ] ## Changes Between your current release family and Australia, some changes were made to existing Instance Scan features. {#dfrn3-instancescan-summary__entry__18} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | Coral theme : Coral is now the default theme for new portal, web, and mobile experiences with Next Experience or Core UI enabled. This theme provides a fresh look and feel, featuring brand-neutral illustrations to enhance your user experience. A dark theme option is available for web and mobile experiences. | | Australia | [Scan execution of inactive and base system checks](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=hs-sys-properties&family=australia&ft:locale=en-US) : You can now execute scans on inactive checks by setting the glide.scan.inactive_records property to true. Add and enable glide.scan.base_system_records property to execute scans on base system checks. | [ ] ## Removed Between your current release family and Australia, some Instance Scan features or functionality were removed. {#dfrn3-instancescan-summary__entry__26} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Deprecations Between your current release family and Australia, some Instance Scan features or functionality were deprecated. {#dfrn3-instancescan-summary__entry__34} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Activation information Review information on how to activate Instance Scan. {#dfrn3-instancescan-summary__entry__42} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | Activation information : Instance Scan is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature that is active by default. | | Australia | Activation information : Instance Scan is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature that is active by default. | [ ] ## Additional requirements If any additional requirements were introduced or changed for Instance Scan we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-instancescan-summary__entry__50} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Browser requirements If any specific browser requirements were introduced or changed for Instance Scan we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-instancescan-summary__entry__58} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Accessibility information Review details on accessibility information for Instance Scan, such as specific requirements or compliance levels. {#dfrn3-instancescan-summary__entry__66} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Localization information If there are specific localization considerations for Instance Scan we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-instancescan-summary__entry__74} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Highlight information If there are specific highlight considerations for Instance Scan we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-instancescan-summary__entry__82} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | * Scan your instance, update set, scoped application, or specific record using specified checks. * Run custom checks against your existing configurations. * Use as a tool in your development operations, release management, as well as pre- and post-upgrades. See [Instance Scan](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=hs-landing-page&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) for more information. | | Australia | * Enable parallel scans to streamline processing and reduce completion times. * Experience the new scan_check_writer role to write checks in the Instance Scan table. * Execute scans on inactive and base system records by enabling certain system properties. See [Instance Scan](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=hs-landing-page&family=australia&ft:locale=en-US) for more information. | [ ]