Combined Application Manager release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Australia

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Combined Application Manager release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Australia

Release version: Australia

Updated July 20, 2026

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Summary of Combined Application Manager Release Notes for Upgrades from Xanadu to Australia

This consolidated release notes document guides ServiceNow customers through the Application Manager upgrades from the Xanadu release family to the Australia release family. It provides essential information on new features, changes, activation, and upgrade preparation across multiple releases, helping you understand what to expect and how to leverage Application Manager effectively during your upgrade.

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Key Features

Now Assist Suites for Version Compatibility: Introduced in Yokohama patch 11 and continued through Zurich and Australia releases, this feature allows you to install and update Now Assist applications using suites of compatible versions. It helps ensure that new application versions remain compatible with those already installed, reducing runtime errors and improving stability.
Application State Indicators: Available since Yokohama patch 11, these indicators provide important information about installation considerations, requirements, and blockers directly in the application details header, aiding proactive issue resolution.
Unlicensed Application Information: Starting with Yokohama, the "Available for you" tab in Application Manager now shows not only licensed applications but also those available for procurement from the ServiceNow Store, giving you a comprehensive view of your options.
Improved Search Bar: Enhanced search functionality with recommendations and feedback messages helps you efficiently locate applications within Application Manager.

Upgrade Preparation and Activation

Application Manager is active by default on ServiceNow AI Platform instances from Yokohama onward, including Australia. No manual activation is required.
To use the latest features, upgrade your instance to at least Yokohama patch 11, Zurich patch 4, or Australia patch 4 depending on your current release.
Review and complete the recommended pre- and post-upgrade tasks detailed in the ServiceNow AI Platform upgrade preparation guides to ensure a smooth transition.

Changes and Removals

Changes: The major change involves the inclusion of unlicensed application details in the Application Manager’s "Available for you" tab, enhancing visibility into applications available for procurement.
Removals and Deprecations: No features or functionalities were removed or deprecated between Xanadu and Australia releases.

Additional Considerations

No changes were noted regarding additional requirements, browser compatibility, accessibility, or localization for Application Manager across these releases.

Key Outcomes for ServiceNow Customers

Improved management of Now Assist applications with compatibility suites reduces potential runtime errors and installation conflicts.
Enhanced visibility into installation blockers and application procurement options supports better planning and decision-making.
Default activation of Application Manager ensures immediate availability of features post-upgrade without additional configuration.
Upgrading to Australia patch 4 or later unlocks the latest Application Manager capabilities, ensuring your ServiceNow AI Platform stays current and efficient.

Consolidated page of all release notes for Application Manager from Xanadu to Australia.

How to use this page

To help you prepare for your upgrade, we have combined the cross-family Application Manager release notes onto one page. Read this summary of the new features, changes, and updated information for your product from Xanadu 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 Application Manager to Australia

Before you upgrade to Australia, review these pre- and post-upgrade tasks and complete the tasks as needed.


Release	Release notes
Xanadu	No updates for this release.
Yokohama	Application Manager is active by default on instances on the Yokohama release. Upgrade your instance to Yokohama patch 11 or later to use the latest features. For information about upgrading your ServiceNow AI Platform instance, see Prepare your upgrade.
Zurich	Application Manager is active by default on instances on the Zurich release. Upgrade your instance to Zurich patch 4 or later to use the latest features. For information about upgrading your ServiceNow AI Platform instance, see Prepare your upgrade.
Australia	Application Manager is active by default on instances on the Australia release. Upgrade your instance to Australia patch 4 or later to use the latest features. For information about upgrading your ServiceNow AI Platform instance, see Prepare your upgrade.

New features

Between your current release family and Australia, new features were introduced for Application Manager.


Release	Release notes
Xanadu	No updates for this release.
Yokohama	Yokohama patch 11 Now Assist suites for version compatibility Use the Application Manager to install and update Now Assist applications with suites of compatible application versions. Now Assist suites help verify that new Now Assist applications and versions remain compatible with the ones already installed to your instance. Application state indicators Review information about any applicable installation considerations, requirements, and blockers in the header of application details.
Zurich	Zurich patch 4 Now Assist suites for version compatibility Use the Application Manager to install and update Now Assist applications with suites of compatible application versions. Now Assist suites help verify that new Now Assist applications and versions remain compatible with the ones already installed to your instance. Application state indicators Review information about any applicable installation considerations, requirements, and blockers in the header of application details.
Australia	Now Assist suites for version compatibility Use the Application Manager to install and update Now Assist applications with suites of compatible application versions. Now Assist suites help verify that new Now Assist applications and versions remain compatible with the ones already installed to your instance. Application state indicators Review information about any applicable installation considerations, requirements, and blockers in the header of application details.

Changes

Between your current release family and Australia, some changes were made to existing Application Manager features.


Release	Release notes
Xanadu	No updates for this release.
Yokohama	Unlicensed application information In addition to details about applications that are already licensed, the "Available for you" tab of the Application Manager now includes information about applications that haven't been procured from the ServiceNow Store yet.
Zurich	Unlicensed application information In addition to details about applications that are already licensed, the "Available for you" tab of the Application Manager now includes information about applications that haven't been procured from the ServiceNow Store yet.
Australia	Unlicensed application information In addition to details about applications that are already licensed, the "Available for you" tab of the Application Manager now includes information about applications that haven't been procured from the ServiceNow Store yet.

Removed

Between your current release family and Australia, some Application Manager features or functionality were removed.


Release	Release notes
Xanadu	No updates for this release.
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 Application Manager features or functionality were deprecated.


Release	Release notes
Xanadu	No updates for this release.
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 Application Manager.


Release	Release notes
Xanadu	Application Manager is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature that is active by default.
Yokohama	Application Manager is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature that is active by default.
Zurich	Application Manager is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature that is active by default.
Australia	Application Manager is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature that is active by default.

Additional requirements

If any additional requirements were introduced or changed for Application Manager we have noted them here.


Release	Release notes
Xanadu	No updates for this release.
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 Application Manager we have noted them here.


Release	Release notes
Xanadu	No updates for this release.
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 Application Manager, such as specific requirements or compliance levels.


Release	Release notes
Xanadu	No updates for this release.
Yokohama	No updates for this release.
Zurich
Australia	No updates for this release.

Localization information

If there are specific localization considerations for Application Manager we have noted them here.


Release	Release notes
Xanadu	No updates for this release.
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 Application Manager we have noted them here.


Release	Release notes
Xanadu	Use the improved search bar with added recommendations to locate your results. The search bar displays a message if your result isn't available in the tab you have selected. See Application Manager for more information.
Yokohama	Yokohama patch 11 Reduce potential runtime errors by installing and updating Now Assist applications with suites of interdependent versions. View all ServiceNow Store applications that are licensed or available for procurement from the Available for you tab. Gain insights about application installation requirements and blockers with application state indicators. See Application Manager for more information.
Zurich	Zurich patch 4 Reduce potential runtime errors by installing and updating Now Assist applications with suites of interdependent versions. View all ServiceNow Store applications that are licensed or available for procurement from the Available for you tab. Gain insights about application installation requirements and blockers with application state indicators. See Application Manager for more information.
Australia	Reduce potential runtime errors by installing and updating Now Assist applications with suites of interdependent versions. View all ServiceNow Store applications that are licensed or available for procurement from the Available for you tab. Gain insights about application installation requirements and blockers with application state indicators. See Application Manager for more information.