--- 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 Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Zurich # Combined Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) 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 Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Release Notes for Upgrades from Xanadu to Zurich This document consolidates the release notes for ServiceNow's Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) spanning versions from Xanadu to Zurich. It serves as a comprehensive reference to help customers prepare for and understand the upgrade process, highlighting any new features, changes, removals, deprecations, and other relevant information across these releases. Show full answer Show less ## Key Information for Upgrading to Zurich * **Pre- and Post-Upgrade Tasks:** Customers should review and complete necessary tasks before and after upgrading to Zurich to ensure a smooth transition. * **Release Updates:** No updates, new features, changes, removals, activation instructions, additional requirements, browser requirements, accessibility, localization, or highlight information were introduced between Xanadu, Yokohama, and Zurich releases for SAFe. ## Deprecations Some SAFe-related plugins were planned for deprecation starting with the Xanadu release family. These plugins can no longer be newly activated but remain usable by existing customers: * Essential SAFe (com.snc.sdlc.safe) * Portfolio SAFe (com.snc.sdlc.portfoliosafe) * Performance Analytics Content Pack for Essential SAFe (com.snsafedashboards) * Work Progress Status for SAFe (com.snsafeprogress) * Agile - Scaled Agile Framework - Unified Backlog (com.snc.sdlc.safe.multitask) * Read-only roles for SAFe For customers seeking alternatives, the **Enterprise Agile Planning (EAP)** capability within the Strategic Planning application offers enhanced SAFe features with flexible team and work hierarchy configurations. EAP provides an interactive workspace designed to improve communication and collaboration. ## Practical Takeaways for ServiceNow Customers * Since there are no new features or changes between Xanadu and Zurich, customers upgrading can expect a consistent SAFe experience without disruption. * Review and consider transitioning from deprecated SAFe plugins to the Enterprise Agile Planning application to leverage more flexible and modern agile planning capabilities. * Ensure completion of any pre- and post-upgrade tasks as outlined by ServiceNow to maintain system stability. Consolidated page of all release notes for Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) from Xanadu to Zurich. ## How to use this page To help you prepare for your upgrade, we have combined the cross-family Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) 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 Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) to Zurich Before you upgrade to Zurich, review these pre- and post-upgrade tasks and complete the tasks as needed. {#dfrn3-scaledagileframeworksafe-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 Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). {#dfrn3-scaledagileframeworksafe-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 Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) features. {#dfrn3-scaledagileframeworksafe-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 Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) features or functionality were removed. {#dfrn3-scaledagileframeworksafe-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 Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) features or functionality were deprecated. {#dfrn3-scaledagileframeworksafe-summary__entry__34} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | The following SAFe-related plugins are planned for deprecation and can no longer be deployed for new activation. However, existing users can continue to use them. * Essential SAFe (com.snc.sdlc.safe) * Portfolio SAFe (com.snc.sdlc.portfolio_safe) * Performance Analytics Content Pack for Essential SAFe (com.sn_safe_dashboards) * Work Progress Status for SAFe (com.sn_safe_progress) * Agile - Scaled Agile Framework - Unified Backlog (com.snc.sdlc.safe.multi_task) * Read-only roles for SAFeFor more information on the deprecation process and its impact, see the [Application/Plugin Deprecation Process \[KB0867184\]](https://support.servicenow.com/kb_view.do?sysparm_article=KB0867184) article in the Now Support Knowledge Base. As an alternative, you can use the Enterprise Agile Planning (EAP) capability within the Strategic Planning application, which provides SAFe features with flexible team and work hierarchy configurations. With an interactive workspace experience, EAP helps you to streamline communication and collaboration between your teams. For more information, see [Enterprise Agile Planning](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=eap-landing&family=xanadu&ft:locale=en-US). | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Activation information Review information on how to activate Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). {#dfrn3-scaledagileframeworksafe-summary__entry__42} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Additional requirements If any additional requirements were introduced or changed for Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-scaledagileframeworksafe-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 Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-scaledagileframeworksafe-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 Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), such as specific requirements or compliance levels. {#dfrn3-scaledagileframeworksafe-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 Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-scaledagileframeworksafe-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 Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-scaledagileframeworksafe-summary__entry__82} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ]