Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)
Stay current. Stay in control. Let us lead the way.
Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), sometimes also referred to as “Evergreen”, is a key part of our Addovation Engage service offering. With our ALM service, we guide you through a clear and structured process to keep your Business solutions up to date, reliable, and running smoothly. From planning to production, we take the lead and make sure everything is done right.
What’s included in ALM?
A smooth road to Evergreen
We manage your update cadence and ensure your system is always moving forward – without disruption.
End-to-end lifecycle support
From planning and analysis to uplift, testing, and go-live – we take the lead so you don’t have to.
Smart guidance, every step of the way
We help you understand what’s changing, what’s affected, and what needs attention – so you’re never caught off guard.
Updates made easy
We handle Release Updates, Service Updates, CRIM management, and all the complexity behind the scenes – so you get the benefits without the stress.
Our ALM process – step by step
Prepare & Start-Up
We begin by setting the timeline and scope, aligning ongoing development, checking license compatibility, and creating a database copy.
Manage Impacts
We use smart tools to analyze your current setup, identify what will be affected, and update orders where needed.
Uplift & Test
We apply the required updates, adjust customizations and configurations, and perform thorough internal testing before handing it over for customer testing.
Customer Test & Approval
You test the solution, approve the changes, and we take care of delivering everything safely to your production environment.
The Journey to Evergreen
Moving to IFS Cloud is just the first step. Staying updated over time—managing new releases, service updates, and changes—is what truly defines a successful IFS investment. That’s where ALM comes in.
As part of Addovation Engage, our ALM service helps you stay in control of your system’s lifecycle, ensuring you’re always aligned with IFS updates and industry best practices.
Why Staying Evergreen Matters
IFS releases two major updates per year—R1 and R2—as well as ongoing service updates in between. While each release is supported for 23 months, keeping up with these changes requires careful planning, testing, documentation, and coordination.
Challenges you may face:
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Understanding the impact of each update on your solution
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Allocating time and resources for testing and training
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Ensuring documentation is kept up to date
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Dealing with uncertainty around customizations and integrations
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Realizing that IFS Cloud is not evergreen by default
That’s where we come in
With Addovation ALM, you get more than just a service – you get a trusted partner that takes responsibility and guides you through the entire process.
We take full responsibility
From start to finish – we lead the process and make sure everything runs smoothly.
Deep IFS expertise & Dedicated ALM Resources
Our experienced team understands your systems and knows how to avoid risks and pitfalls.
Proactive and clear
We identify issues early and keep you informed throughout the process.
High quality, every time
We don’t cut corners. We test, adjust and deliver a solution you can trust.
Part of Addovation Engage
As part of our long-term service model, we build a partnership with you – and support your business for the long run.
Customer Stories
Consolis upgrades to IFS Cloud™ with Addovation
Local Focus, Global Integration Consolis emphasizes the importance of local markets while ensuring
Havfram’s journey to the Cloud with Addovation & IFS
Addovation was recommended as a good system integrator, and notably as a company that establish ERP solutions very quickly.
Econova selects Addovation
Econova selected Addovation as their Long-term ERP Partner to improve and develop system support for Econova's business processes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Since IFS Cloud is still new to many, it’s understandable that ALM and Evergreen may feel unfamiliar. Naturally, this raises questions about what ALM involves and how it impacts your business.
To help you get started, we’ve answered some of the most common questions we hear from customers—from what’s included in ALM to how it integrates with your current environment.
Still have questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re here to support you.
❓ What is ALM and why do I need it?
ALM stands for Application Lifecycle Management. It’s a structured way to manage updates, improvements, and changes to your IFS solution – from planning and testing to final delivery. It helps keep your system up to date, stable, and aligned with your business needs.
❓ How often should I run an ALM process?
That depends on your business and how often IFS releases updates or your environment changes. Many of our customers follow a quarterly or semi-annual ALM cycle to stay current and avoid big, disruptive upgrades later.
❓ What do I need to prepare before an ALM project starts?
Not much! We’ll guide you through everything. We usually begin by agreeing on a timeline and checking prerequisites like ongoing development, customizations, or license compatibility.
❓ Does ALM include testing?
Yes – testing is a key part of the process. We handle internal testing, and then you’ll perform a customer test before approving the release for production.
❓ Will there be downtime during the ALM process?
We always aim to minimize or avoid downtime. Any necessary downtime will be clearly communicated and planned at a time that works best for your team.
❓ Is ALM included in Addovation Engage?
Yes! ALM is an integrated part of Addovation Engage, our long-term service model. That means you get a consistent, proactive approach to managing your solution – with a team that knows your setup inside and out.