--- sourceDocument: zurich Combined Product Files sourceDocumentLink: https://www.servicenow.com/docs/r/zurich/delta-xanadu-zurich Release : - zurich ft:locale : - en-US ft:publication_title : - zurich Combined Product Files ft:clusterId : - delta3zx bundleId : - delta3zx --- # Combined App Engine Management Center release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Zurich # Combined App Engine Management Center release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Zurich {#ariaid-title1} Release version: Zurich Updated October 8, 2026 ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 4 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 App Engine Management Center Release Notes for Upgrades from Xanadu to Zurich This consolidated release notes document guides ServiceNow customers through the upgrade path of App Engine Management Center (AEMC) from the Xanadu release family to Zurich. It highlights new features, changes, activation processes, and upgrade considerations to help you manage app development and deployment more efficiently. Show full answer Show less ## Key Features * **ReleaseOps Integration (Zurich 28.2.1):** AEMC now supports deployment of update sets through ReleaseOps pipelines. This integration utilizes ServiceNow Playbooks automation to streamline deployments, reducing manual effort and errors. * **Pipeline Migration:** Existing App Engine pipelines can be migrated to ReleaseOps without disrupting current deployment workflows, enabling you to leverage new automation capabilities seamlessly. * **Centralized Management:** AEMC serves as a centralized platform for IT administrators and developers to oversee the entire application lifecycle---from idea submission through development, deployment, and monitoring---enhancing governance, efficiency, and insights into app usage and developer productivity. * **Release Management Tab:** Starting in version 28.2.1, AEMC includes a dedicated Release management tab to manage ReleaseOps deployments directly within the tool. ## Activation and Upgrade Guidance * **Installation:** AEMC and ReleaseOps are available via the ServiceNow Store and must be requested for installation. * **Pre- and Post-Upgrade Tasks:** Review and complete any necessary tasks before upgrading to Zurich to ensure a smooth transition. * **No Deprecated or Removed Features:** Between Xanadu and Zurich releases, no features were deprecated or removed, simplifying upgrade planning. ## Additional Information * No updates were reported for browser requirements, accessibility, localization, or additional system requirements across the releases from Xanadu to Zurich. * For comprehensive details and version history, refer to the ServiceNow Store version history release notes. ## Practical Impact for ServiceNow Customers Upgrading to Zurich enhances your app development lifecycle management by enabling automated, pipeline-based deployments via ReleaseOps within AEMC. This reduces deployment complexity and improves governance. The migration path allows your teams to adopt these new capabilities without disrupting current processes, ensuring continuity and improved operational efficiency. Consolidated page of all release notes for App Engine Management Center from Xanadu to Zurich. ## How to use this page To help you prepare for your upgrade, we have combined the cross-family App Engine Management Center release notes onto one page. Read this summary of the new features, changes, and updated information for your product from Xanadu to Zurich. 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 App Engine Management Center to Zurich Before you upgrade to Zurich, review these pre- and post-upgrade tasks and complete the tasks as needed. {#dfrn3-appenginemanagementcenter-summary__entry__2} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## New features Between your current release family and Zurich, new features were introduced for App Engine Management Center. {#dfrn3-appenginemanagementcenter-summary__entry__10} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | [ReleaseOps integration](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=exploring-aemc&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : Starting with version 28.2.1 of AEMC, you can deploy using ReleaseOps. ReleaseOps enables the deployment of update sets via a pipeline and leverages the automation capabilities of ServiceNow Playbooks. [Migrate App Engine pipelines to ReleaseOps](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=migrating-ae-pipelines-to-releaseops-aemc&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : Starting with version 28.2.1 of AEMC, migrate your existing App Engine pipelines to ReleaseOps to take advantage of ReleaseOps features without disrupting your existing pipeline and deployment process. [Use AEMC to manage app delegation, development, and deployment](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=app-engine-management-center&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : AEMC is a centralized tool for IT admins and developers to manage the entire app development life cycle, from idea submission to deployment and monitoring. AEMC enhances efficiency and governance, and provides clear insights into custom app usage and developer productivity. | [ ] ## Changes Between your current release family and Zurich, some changes were made to existing App Engine Management Center features. {#dfrn3-appenginemanagementcenter-summary__entry__18} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | [Release management tab](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=aemc-user-interface&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : Starting with version 28.2.1 of AEMC, you can manage your ReleaseOps deployments in the Release management tab of AEMC. | [ ] ## Removed Between your current release family and Zurich, some App Engine Management Center features or functionality were removed. {#dfrn3-appenginemanagementcenter-summary__entry__26} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Deprecations Between your current release family and Zurich, some App Engine Management Center features or functionality were deprecated. {#dfrn3-appenginemanagementcenter-summary__entry__34} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Activation information Review information on how to activate App Engine Management Center. {#dfrn3-appenginemanagementcenter-summary__entry__42} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | Activation information : Install AEMC by requesting it from the ServiceNow Store. Starting with version 28.2.1 of AEMC, you can use ReleaseOps pipelines or migrate your existing App Engine pipelines to ReleaseOps. To use ReleaseOps, you must install ReleaseOps by requesting it from the ServiceNow Store. Visit the [ServiceNow Store](https://store.servicenow.com/sn_appstore_store.do#!/store/home) website to view all the available apps and for information about submitting requests to the store. For cumulative release notes information for all released apps, see the [ServiceNow Store version history release notes](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=sn-store-release-notes&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US). Important: App Engine Management Center is available in the ServiceNow Store. For details, see the "Activation information" section of these release notes. | [ ] ## Additional requirements If any additional requirements were introduced or changed for App Engine Management Center we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-appenginemanagementcenter-summary__entry__50} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Browser requirements If any specific browser requirements were introduced or changed for App Engine Management Center we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-appenginemanagementcenter-summary__entry__58} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Accessibility information Review details on accessibility information for App Engine Management Center, such as specific requirements or compliance levels. {#dfrn3-appenginemanagementcenter-summary__entry__66} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Localization information If there are specific localization considerations for App Engine Management Center we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-appenginemanagementcenter-summary__entry__74} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Highlight information If there are specific highlight considerations for App Engine Management Center we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-appenginemanagementcenter-summary__entry__82} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | * Manage deployments using the new ReleaseOps integration in AEMC. ReleaseOps enables the deployment of update sets via a pipeline and leverages the automation capabilities of ServiceNow Playbooks for deployments that are less manual and error-prone. * Migrate your existing App Engine pipelines to ReleaseOps. * Oversee application development, deployment, and insights using AEMC. See [App Engine Management Center](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=app-engine-management-center&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) for more information. | [ ]