Upgrade considerations
Updated in 2025
We strive to maintain backward compatibility between versions so that you can upgrade seamlessly. However, sometimes we are forced to break compatibility, although we try to keep backward-incompatible changes to a minimum.
This page covers all the backward-incompatible changes that might affect you, as well as other considerations you need to be aware of when upgrading to the most recent version. Please review the respective sections as part of your upgrade planning depending on which version you are upgrading from.
We strive to maintain backward compatibility between versions to ensure smooth upgrades. However, some releases include changes that may require additional planning or manual actions during the upgrade process.
This page describes backward-incompatible changes and other important upgrade considerations for recent versions. Review the sections relevant to the version you are upgrading from, starting with the most recent version listed below.
NOTE: If you are upgrading from version 8.7 or earlier, first check Legacy upgrade considerations, then refer to this page for more information.
If you are upgrading from an older version, review all sections from your current version to the most recent version.
TIP: If you have questions or need help, please contact Alloy Professional Services Team at support@alloysoftware.com.
Version 2025.3 and earlier
Version 2025.1 and earlier
Version 2024.2 and earlier
Version 2024.1 and earlier
Version 2023.2 and earlier
End of support for Microsoft SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2
Backward-incompatible change
Starting with version 2024, we discontinue support for Microsoft SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2. Microsoft stopped supporting SQL Server 2008 in 2019. For details, see End of support for SQL Server 2008 and SQL Server 2008 R2.
If your company currently utilizes Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Express, Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2, or Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Express, you will need to migrate to a more recent version of Microsoft SQL Server
INFO: For the list of supported versions, see Installation Guide: Database engine requirements.
Version 2023.1 or earlier
Planned end of support for Microsoft SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2
In our commitment to delivering safe, secure, and high-quality products and services, Alloy Software intends to discontinue support for Microsoft SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 in upcoming releases. Notably, Microsoft ceased support for SQL Server 2008 in 2019. For details, see End of support for SQL Server 2008 and SQL Server 2008 R2.
IMPORTANT: If your organization currently utilizes Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Express, Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2, or Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Express, we strongly advise considering migration to a more recent version of Microsoft SQL Server