--- 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 Release Management release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Zurich # Combined Release Management 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) 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 Release Management release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Zurich This consolidated document provides a comprehensive summary of Release Management release notes for ServiceNow upgrades spanning from the Xanadu release through Zurich. It is designed to help customers prepare for upgrades by highlighting new features, changes, deprecations, activation steps, and other relevant upgrade information. Show full answer Show less ## Important Upgrade Information Before upgrading to Zurich, customers should review pre- and post-upgrade tasks outlined in the release notes. This ensures a smooth transition and proper configuration of Release Management features. ## New Features and Changes Between Xanadu and Zurich releases, no new features, changes, or removals were introduced specifically for Release Management. Each release (Xanadu, Yokohama, and Zurich) noted "No updates for this release," indicating stability in functionality across these versions. ## Deprecations Starting with the Xanadu release, Release Management v2 began its deprecation process. It is no longer activated on new instances but remains supported on existing ones. ServiceNow recommends transitioning to the **Digital Product Release** application, which offers the latest experience and capabilities for managing release processes of digital products. ## Activation and Requirements * Release Management is activated via the `com.snc.releasemanagementv2` plugin, applicable since the Xanadu release. * No additional requirements, browser changes, accessibility updates, or localization changes were introduced from Xanadu through Zurich releases. ## Key Recommendations for ServiceNow Customers * Plan upgrade activities with awareness that Release Management v2 is deprecated and will eventually be phased out. * Consider adopting the Digital Product Release application for enhanced release tracking and management aligned with current ServiceNow best practices. * Follow activation instructions carefully when enabling Release Management on instances to ensure proper setup. * Review any pre- and post-upgrade tasks provided to avoid disruption of release management workflows during upgrade. Consolidated page of all release notes for Release Management from Xanadu to Zurich. ## How to use this page To help you prepare for your upgrade, we have combined the cross-family Release Management 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 Release Management to Zurich Before you upgrade to Zurich, review these pre- and post-upgrade tasks and complete the tasks as needed. {#dfrn3-releasemanagement-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 Release Management. {#dfrn3-releasemanagement-summary__entry__10} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Changes Between your current release family and Zurich, some changes were made to existing Release Management features. {#dfrn3-releasemanagement-summary__entry__18} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Removed Between your current release family and Zurich, some Release Management features or functionality were removed. {#dfrn3-releasemanagement-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 Release Management features or functionality were deprecated. {#dfrn3-releasemanagement-summary__entry__34} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | Starting with the Xanadu release, Release Management v2 is being prepared for future deprecation. It will be hidden and no longer activated on new instances but will continue to be supported. Digital Product Release provides the latest experience for this functionality. For details, see the [Deprecation Process \[KB0867184\]](https://support.servicenow.com/kb?id=kb_article_view&sysparm_article=KB0867184) article in the Now Support Knowledge Base. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Activation information Review information on how to activate Release Management. {#dfrn3-releasemanagement-summary__entry__42} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | Release Management is available with activation of the Release Management plugin (com.snc.release_management_v2). For details, see [Activate Release Management](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=t_ActivateReleaseManagement&family=xanadu&ft:locale=en-US). | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Additional requirements If any additional requirements were introduced or changed for Release Management we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-releasemanagement-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 Release Management we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-releasemanagement-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 Release Management, such as specific requirements or compliance levels. {#dfrn3-releasemanagement-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 Release Management we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-releasemanagement-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 Release Management we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-releasemanagement-summary__entry__82} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | The Digital Product Release application is the preferred application to track and manage the release processes of digital products. See [Digital Product Release](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=dpr-landing-page&family=xanadu&ft:locale=en-US) for more information. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ]