--- title: CIPAce Release Notes and Version History | CIPPlanner description: Production release list and release notes for CIPAce, from version 9.10 through CIPAce Keenstra 1.3, with the features introduced in each release. image: https://www.cipplanner.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/cipplanner-theme/images/og-default.png --- [![CIPPlanner](https://www.cipplanner.com/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/cipplanner-theme/images/cipplanner-logo.png?width=180&height=36&name=cipplanner-logo.png)](https://www.cipplanner.com/) - Platform - Solutions - Who We Serve - Customers - [Contact](https://www.cipplanner.com/contact) [Request a Demo](https://www.cipplanner.com/request-a-demo) #### The Platform - [CIPAce Platform Overview](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform) - [AI Core](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/ai-core) - [Integrations and APIs](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/integrations) - [Security and Compliance](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/security-and-compliance) - [Release Notes](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes) Platform One metadata-driven, low-code platform underneath every solution, so adding a solution is a configuration, not a second system of record. 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[View all customer stories ›](https://www.cipplanner.com/customers) [Platform](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform) › Release Notes The CIPAce Platform · Release Notes # CIPAce Release Notes The production release list for CIPAce™, with the notes published for each version, newest first. ## Release List | Published | Release | | --- | --- | | February 23, 2026 | [CIPAce™ Keenstra 1.3 Release- Enhanced Security, Data Integration, and Platform Performance](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-cipace-keenstra-1-3-release-enhanced-security-data-integrati) | | November 6, 2025 | [CIPAce™ Keenstra EAM 1.2 Release- Streamlined Work Planning, Enhanced Tracking, and Batch Overtime Management](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-cipace-keenstra-eam-1-2-release-streamlined-work-planning-en) | | November 6, 2025 | [CIPAce™ Keenstra 1.2 Release- AI Assistant, Offline Mobile Capabilities, and Enhanced Workflow Intelligence](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-cipace-keenstra-1-2-release-ai-assistant-offline-mobile-capa) | | September 15, 2025 | [CIPAce™ 10.5 Release- Offline Mobile Capabilities and Enhanced Adobe Sign Integration](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-cipace-10-5-release-offline-mobile-capabilities-and-enhanced) | | July 11, 2025 | [CIPAce™ 10.4 Release Enhanced Mobile Experience, Workflow Improvements, and Modernized App Framework](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-cipace-10-4-release-enhanced-mobile-experience-workflow-impr) | | July 4, 2025 | [Introducing CIPAce™ Keenstra 1.0- A Next-Generation Platform Built for Performance, Security, and Scalability](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-introducing-cipace-keenstra-1-0-a-next-generation-platform-b) | | April 2, 2025 | [CIPAce™ EAM 10.3 Release- Streamlined Procurement Management with Purchase Requisitions and Orders](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-cipace-eam-10-3-release-streamlined-procurement-management-w) | | March 29, 2025 | [CIPAce™ 10.3 Release- Redesigned Mobile Experience, Simplified Configuration, and Enhanced Security](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-cipace-10-3-release-redesigned-mobile-experience-simplified) | | January 2, 2025 | [CIPAce™ EAM 10.2 Release- Advanced Equipment Management, Asset Downtime Tracking, and Failure Analytics](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-cipace-eam-10-2-release-advanced-equipment-management-asset) | | October 25, 2024 | [CIPAce™ EAM 10.1 Release- Smarter Preventive Maintenance and Advanced Equipment Inventory Management](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-cipace-eam-10-1-release-smarter-preventive-maintenance-and-a) | | September 13, 2024 | [CIPAce™ 10.1 Release- Enhanced Power BI Integration, Advanced GIS Capabilities, and Workflow Automation Improvements](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-cipace-10-1-release-enhanced-power-bi-integration-advanced-g) | | June 24, 2024 | [Announcing CIPAce™ 10.0- Decoupling Technology and Business Platforms](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-announcing-cipace-10-0-decoupling-technology-and-business-pl) | | April 12, 2024 | [New Features Introduced in CIPAce™ 9.17](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-new-features-introduced-in-cipace-9-17) | | January 5, 2024 | [New Features Introduced in CIPAce™ 9.16](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-new-features-introduced-in-cipace-9-16) | | November 1, 2023 | [New Features Introduced in CIPAce™ 9.15](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-new-features-introduced-in-cipace-9-15) | | July 7, 2023 | [New Features Introduced in CIPAce™ 9.14](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-new-features-introduced-in-cipace-9-14) | | May 6, 2022 | [New Version Release of CIPAce™ 9.10](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#r-version-release-9-10) | ## CIPAce™ Keenstra 1.3 Release- Enhanced Security, Data Integration, and Platform Performance Published February 23, 2026 The CIPAce™ Keenstra 1.3 release introduces key advancements focused on security, system integration, and platform performance, further strengthening the foundation for scalable and reliable capital program and asset management. ### Stronger Security with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) CIPAce™ now includes Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), adding an extra layer of protection for user accounts and sensitive system actions. Users can authenticate through SMS, email, or authenticator apps, with flexible configuration options to meet organizational security policies. MFA is enforced across login, password resets, and sensitive data updates, ensuring that only authorized users can access or modify critical information. Additional capabilities such as device registration, login tracking, and failure logging provide greater visibility and control over system access, helping organizations proactively manage security risks. ### Seamless Data Integration and Automated System Upgrades Keenstra 1.3 introduces a robust Data/ETL Integration Framework, enabling automated data exchange between CIPAce™ and external systems. **Organizations can:** - Schedule and execute data synchronization processes - Monitor integration results and track success or failure rates - Reload failed records and export results for analysis In addition, new database automation and Azure CI/CD pipeline integration streamline system upgrades. Administrators can initiate upgrades directly within the platform, monitor progress in real time, and manage maintenance with full transparency. This combination of integration and automation ensures greater data consistency, operational efficiency, and reduced manual effort. ### Platform Usability, Workflow, and Performance Enhancements This release also delivers a range of improvements that enhance usability, workflow control, and system performance. Updates include full-screen grid views for better data visibility, workflow enhancements such as required comments for approvals and email-based task processing, and expanded support for custom workflow activities. Behind the scenes, performance optimizations to background jobs, grid behavior, and page configuration improve system responsiveness and stability, while ongoing security updates further strengthen platform reliability. Together, these enhancements create a more efficient, flexible, and user-friendly experience across the platform. With the Keenstra 1.3 release, CIPAce™ continues to enhance its core platform with stronger security, improved integration capabilities, and optimized performance. These updates provide organizations with the tools needed to operate more securely, efficiently, and confidently at scale. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## CIPAce™ Keenstra EAM 1.2 Release- Streamlined Work Planning, Enhanced Tracking, and Batch Overtime Management Published November 6, 2025 The CIPAce™ Keenstra EAM 1.2 release introduces new capabilities focused on daily work planning, operational tracking, and workforce management, helping organizations improve coordination, accuracy, and efficiency across maintenance and field operations. ### Smarter Daily Work Planning and Execution CIPAce™ now includes a Daily Work Assignment Sheet module, providing a centralized solution for planning, assigning, and tracking daily work activities. Supervisors can create structured daily plans, assign resources, and manage associated work orders—all within a single interface. The module enables detailed tracking of labor, materials, equipment, and outside services, ensuring a complete and auditable record of daily operations. **Additional capabilities include:** - Resource assignment with attendance and hour tracking - Automatic aggregation of work hours across resources and work orders - Replication of assignment sheets for recurring schedules - Real-time synchronization of work data directly into work orders This centralized approach improves visibility, reduces manual effort, and ensures consistency in daily work execution. ### Improved Work Order Tracking and Workforce Management his release also enhances how organizations track materials, labor, and overtime within work orders. Work order tracking now supports multiple methods for recording material usage, including manual entry and automatic synchronization from daily work assignment sheets. This flexibility allows organizations to align tracking with their operational workflows while maintaining accurate cost and usage records. In addition, the introduction of Batch Overtime Authorization enables supervisors to manage overtime more efficiently by approving multiple resources at once. Overtime can be generated directly from work orders or automatically identified through daily work activity. With features such as bulk resource assignment, configurable overtime windows, and streamlined approval workflows, organizations can better manage labor costs and reduce administrative overhead. With the Keenstra EAM 1.2 release, CIPAce™ delivers a more connected and efficient approach to daily work management. By combining structured planning, enhanced tracking, and streamlined workforce processes, organizations can improve productivity, maintain accurate records, and better manage operational resources. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## CIPAce™ Keenstra 1.2 Release- AI Assistant, Offline Mobile Capabilities, and Enhanced Workflow Intelligence Published November 6, 2025 The CIPAce™ Keenstra 1.2 release introduces a powerful set of innovations focused on AI-driven productivity, offline mobility, workflow efficiency, and advanced data integration. Built on the Keenstra platform, this release continues to push CIPAce™ forward as a modern, intelligent solution for capital program and asset management. ### Introducing the CIPAce™ AI Assistant Keenstra 1.2 debuts a unified AI Assistant, providing a centralized, conversational interface designed to streamline user interactions and improve efficiency across the platform. **Key Capabilities:** - Natural language interaction with multi-turn conversation support - Intelligent intent recognition for data search and system navigation - Built-in AI Agents to handle specialized tasks - Persistent conversation history with search and export functionality Users can interact with the AI Assistant through a flexible interface that can be resized, pinned, or expanded to full screen, allowing seamless integration into daily workflows. ### AI Agents and File-Based Intelligence The AI Assistant is powered by task-specific Agents, enabling more accurate and efficient responses based on user intent. **Highlights:** - Automatic Agent selection based on user requests - Knowledge Base Agent for system guidance and support - Extensible architecture for future AI capabilities Additionally, users can upload files directly into conversations: - Supports PDF, Word, Excel, and image formats - Drag-and-drop or paste upload functionality - AI parses attachments to provide context-aware responses These capabilities significantly enhance how users interact with data, documentation, and system knowledge. ### Mobile App Offline Capabilities for Uninterrupted Productivity Keenstra 1.2 introduces full offline functionality for the CIPAce™ mobile app, enabling users to continue working without network connectivity. **Core Features:** - Seamless switching between online and offline modes - Data caching for records and batches - Offline editing of forms and line items - Photo capture with markup and document management Once connectivity is restored, all changes automatically synchronize, ensuring continuity and data integrity without disrupting workflows. ### Advanced Data Model Configuration and Power BI Integration Keenstra 1.2 enhances data flexibility with a new Data Model Configuration Tool, allowing organizations to define and manage their own data structures. **Key Features:** - Configure entities, attributes, and relationships - Export and import configurations via Excel - Generate ER diagrams for data visualization In addition, Power BI integration has been strengthened: - Secure connection using Data Model Access Tokens - Direct access to CIPAce™ data for reporting and analytics - Downloadable data model packages for faster setup These improvements empower organizations to build more robust business intelligence and reporting workflows. Other updates in CIPAce™ Keenstra 1.2 include improvements to workflow management, system configuration, and usability, with streamlined task processing, enhanced metadata control, and more flexible grid, search, and field capabilities for a more efficient user experience.With the Keenstra 1.2 release, CIPAce™ continues to evolve into a more intelligent and adaptable platform. By introducing AI-driven capabilities, offline functionality, and advanced data and workflow tools, this release empowers organizations to work more efficiently, stay connected in any environment, and unlock deeper insights from their data. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## CIPAce™ 10.5 Release- Offline Mobile Capabilities and Enhanced Adobe Sign Integration Published September 15, 2025 The CIPAce™ 10.5 release introduces key enhancements focused on mobile productivity and secure document management, enabling users to work seamlessly in any environment while improving system configuration and security. ### Offline Mobile Capabilities for Continuous Productivity CIPAce™ now delivers full offline functionality within its mobile application, allowing users to continue working without network connectivity. This enhancement ensures uninterrupted access to critical data and workflows, whether in the field or in low-connectivity environments. Users can seamlessly switch between online and offline modes, with the system intelligently prompting transitions when connectivity is lost. Data can be cached in advance—either individually or in bulk, ensuring that important records remain accessible and editable at all times. Offline functionality closely mirrors the online experience, enabling users to browse, edit, and create records, manage documents, and capture photos with markup. Once connectivity is restored, all updates automatically synchronize, maintaining data consistency and eliminating manual re-entry. Additional capabilities such as offline data management, status tracking, and batch upload further enhance usability, while built-in safeguards help prevent data conflicts during synchronization. ### Enhanced Adobe Sign Integration and Configuration This release also improves Adobe Sign integration, making it more accessible, secure, and easier to manage for administrators. Configuration is now centralized within Application Settings, allowing users to manage Adobe Sign setup alongside other system configurations. Previously complex steps, such as entering API credentials, can now be completed directly through the user interface, eliminating the need for database access. Security has also been strengthened with encryption of sensitive credentials, including client secrets, reducing the risk of exposure. In addition, new permission controls provide more granular access management, ensuring that only authorized users can configure or modify Adobe Sign settings. Together, these enhancements streamline document workflows while improving governance and security across the platform. With the 10.5 release, CIPAce™ continues to enhance flexibility and usability by enabling offline mobile work and simplifying secure integrations. These updates empower organizations to maintain productivity in any environment while ensuring that critical data and document workflows remain secure and efficient. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## CIPAce™ 10.4 Release Enhanced Mobile Experience, Workflow Improvements, and Modernized App Framework Published July 11, 2025 The CIPAce™ 10.4 release delivers key enhancements focused on mobile experience, workflow usability, and platform modernization, providing a more seamless, efficient, and future-ready foundation for users across devices. ### Enhanced Mobile Experience and Workflow Efficiency CIPAce™ introduces a series of improvements to the mobile application, enhancing both user interface consistency and workflow functionality across phones and tablets. Updates to UI elements, interaction design, and the system icon library create a more polished and intuitive experience that aligns closely with the desktop platform. Workflow capabilities have also been strengthened to improve clarity and efficiency. Users can now more easily identify tasks requiring action, navigate between workflow steps, and advance approvals with fewer interactions. These enhancements streamline the approval process and reduce friction in day-to-day operations. Additional refinements to visual design, touch interactions, and system behavior further improve usability, ensuring a smoother and more responsive mobile experience. ### Modernized Mobile Framework and Improved Content Display This release also introduces a major mobile framework modernization, transitioning from Cordova to Capacitor. This upgrade provides a more robust and future-ready architecture, enabling improved performance, stronger security, and better integration with native device features and modern development tools. With Capacitor, organizations benefit from faster application performance, enhanced stability, and a more maintainable codebase, while developers gain a more flexible and efficient environment for building and extending mobile functionality. In addition, Markdown display support has been introduced, allowing structured formatting of content such as headers, lists, tables, and code blocks. This enhances the readability of system-generated and AI-driven content, improving the overall user experience. Together, these updates strengthen both the technical foundation and day-to-day usability of the platform. With the 10.4 release, CIPAce™ continues to enhance its mobile experience while modernizing its underlying technology. These updates provide users with a more intuitive interface, streamlined workflows, and a stronger, more scalable platform for future innovation. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## Introducing CIPAce™ Keenstra 1.0- A Next-Generation Platform Built for Performance, Security, and Scalability Published July 4, 2025 CIPAce™ is proud to introduce Keenstra 1.0, a next-generation technology platform designed to power the future of capital program and asset management. Built on the latest .NET 9 framework, Keenstra represents a major advancement in system architecture, enabling faster performance, stronger security, and greater scalability across the CIPAce™ ecosystem. ### A Modern Foundation for the Future of CIPAce™ Keenstra 1.0 is more than a system upgrade, it is a complete modernization of the underlying platform that supports CIPAce™ applications. By leveraging the latest advancements in .NET technology, Keenstra provides a flexible and future-ready foundation that can adapt to evolving organizational needs. With this release, organizations benefit from: - A modernized backend architecture designed for long-term maintainability - Improved system responsiveness and runtime efficiency - Enhanced compatibility with emerging technologies and integrations This transformation positions CIPAce™ to continue innovating while maintaining stability and performance at scale. ### Key Benefits of the .NET 9 Upgrade The transition to .NET 9 brings significant improvements that directly impact system performance, security, and development capabilities. **Highlights:** - Enhanced Security: Built on the latest security standards with updated patches and compliance support - Improved Performance: Faster processing and optimized runtime for better user experience - Long-Term Support: Backed by Microsoft’s active support and ecosystem - **Modern Development Ecosystem:** Access to updated tools, libraries, and frameworks These enhancements ensure that CIPAce™ remains aligned with industry best practices while delivering a more reliable and efficient platform. ### Cloud-Ready, Scalable, and Built for Integration Keenstra 1.0 is designed with modern infrastructure in mind, making it easier for organizations to scale and integrate with new technologies. **Platform Capabilities:** - Optimized for Azure, Linux, and Docker environments - Supports cloud-native deployments and containerization - Provides a flexible architecture for AI integration and external services This ensures that organizations can deploy CIPAce™ in a way that aligns with their IT strategy while remaining adaptable to future innovations. ### Transitioning to Keenstra Across the CIPAce™ Ecosystem The rollout of Keenstra is already in progress across CIPAce™ solutions. - The Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) solution has been fully upgraded and is now running on Keenstra - The Capital Program and Project Management (CPPM) solution will transition in phases as part of a structured migration plan This phased approach ensures a smooth transition while maintaining system stability and continuity for users. With the launch of Keenstra 1.0, CIPAce™ establishes a modern, scalable, and future-ready platform that supports continued innovation. This foundation enables faster development, stronger integrations, and a more resilient system—positioning organizations to meet both current demands and future challenges with confidence. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## CIPAce™ EAM 10.3 Release- Streamlined Procurement Management with Purchase Requisitions and Orders Published April 2, 2025 The CIPAce™ EAM 10.3 release introduces a comprehensive procurement management solution, designed to streamline purchasing processes, improve visibility, and strengthen integration across inventory and work order operations. ### End-to-End Procurement Management and Integration CIPAce™ now includes fully integrated Purchase Requisition (PR) and Purchase Order (PO) modules, enabling organizations to manage procurement from initial request through fulfillment with greater efficiency and traceability. The Purchase Requisition module allows users to generate requests from multiple entry points, including inventory and work orders, ensuring that procurement needs are directly tied to operational demands. Once approved, requisitions can be seamlessly converted into purchase orders, maintaining a clear link between request and fulfillment. The Purchase Order module further enhances procurement workflows by enabling users to create, track, and manage orders across their lifecycle. Organizations can monitor key details such as quantities, pricing, vendors, and status, while maintaining full visibility into procurement progress. Tight integration with inventory and work order management ensures that materials and equipment are accurately tracked throughout the process. Inventory levels are automatically updated upon receipt or return of purchase orders, while users can monitor procurement activity directly within related inventory and work order records. Additional capabilities, including document attachments, procurement history tracking, partial receipts, returns management, and supplier performance insights, provide a complete and transparent procurement workflow. Together, these enhancements improve operational efficiency, reduce manual effort, and ensure that critical materials are available when needed to support ongoing maintenance and asset management activities. With the EAM 10.3 release, CIPAce™ delivers a more integrated and efficient approach to procurement. By connecting requisitions, purchase orders, inventory, and work orders into a unified workflow, organizations can improve visibility, enhance control, and ensure more reliable operations. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## CIPAce™ 10.3 Release- Redesigned Mobile Experience, Simplified Configuration, and Enhanced Security Published March 29, 2025 The CIPAce™ 10.3 release introduces significant improvements to mobile usability, system configuration, and security, delivering a more intuitive and responsive experience across devices while strengthening the platform’s overall foundation. ### Redesigned Mobile Experience and Improved Workflow Usability CIPAce™ now features a fully redesigned mobile application interface, optimized for both iPhones and iPads with enhanced responsive design across key components. Updates to browse, add, and edit pages, along with improved line item management, document handling, and workflow panels, provide a more streamlined and consistent user experience. Users benefit from clearer layouts, improved navigation, and more intuitive data entry through enhanced input controls, including flexible field orientations, improved selection tools, and optimized date and time inputs. These updates reduce friction in day-to-day tasks and ensure a seamless experience across mobile and desktop environments. Workflow interactions have also been refined, enabling users to review tasks, take action, and manage approvals more efficiently within a mobile-friendly interface. ### Simplified Configuration and Strengthened Platform Security This release also introduces a new menu configuration tool, allowing administrators to create, modify, and publish menu structures with ease. With drag-and-drop functionality, simplified setup, and instant publishing, users can manage system navigation without requiring technical expertise. In addition, encryption enhancements have been implemented across the platform to strengthen data protection and system security. These updates improve how sensitive information is handled across key areas such as authentication, workflows, notifications, and system settings, ensuring a more secure and reliable environment. Together, these enhancements improve both system flexibility and security while simplifying administration. With the 10.3 release, CIPAce™ continues to enhance usability and strengthen its technical foundation. By improving the mobile experience, simplifying configuration, and reinforcing security, this release enables organizations to work more efficiently while maintaining confidence in their system. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## CIPAce™ EAM 10.2 Release- Advanced Equipment Management, Asset Downtime Tracking, and Failure Analytics Published January 2, 2025 The CIPAce™ EAM 10.2 release introduces enhancements focused on equipment management, asset performance tracking, and maintenance analytics, enabling organizations to improve operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and make more data-driven decisions. ### Enhanced Equipment Inventory and Resource Management CIPAce™ expands its equipment and tool inventory management capabilities, providing greater control over resource allocation, tracking, and accuracy. **Key improvements include:** - Equipment reservation enhancements, with datetime precision and calendar-based views for better scheduling visibility and conflict avoidance - Automatic equipment selection based on availability and reservation data, reducing manual effort - Streamlined equipment issuance, including auto-selection of reserved items and flexible return time extensions - Inventory adjustment tools to maintain accurate records and reduce discrepancies - Support for rotating assets, enabling better tracking and lifecycle management of interchangeable equipment These updates help ensure that equipment is efficiently allocated, accurately tracked, and readily available to support maintenance operations ### Asset Downtime Tracking and Failure Management This release also introduces powerful capabilities for monitoring asset downtime and failure performance, giving organizations deeper insight into asset reliability and maintenance effectiveness. **Downtime tracking features allow users to:** - Log and manage planned and unplanned downtime events - Update asset operational status in real time - Track downtime history and performance trends In addition, new failure management tools provide structured and consistent reporting through standardized failure codes and classifications. This enables more accurate identification of issues and supports targeted maintenance strategies. Key performance metrics such as Mean Downtime (MDT), Availability, Reliability, Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), and Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) are automatically calculated, helping organizations evaluate asset performance and optimize maintenance planning. Together, these enhancements provide a more comprehensive view of asset health, enabling proactive maintenance and improved operational reliability. With the EAM 10.2 release, CIPAce™ delivers enhanced visibility and control over both equipment and asset performance. By combining improved inventory management with calendar-based scheduling and advanced downtime and failure tracking, organizations can reduce disruptions, optimize maintenance efforts, and operate more efficiently. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## CIPAce™ EAM 10.1 Release- Smarter Preventive Maintenance and Advanced Equipment Inventory Management Published October 25, 2024 The CIPAce™ EAM 10.1 release introduces powerful enhancements focused on asset maintenance optimization and equipment inventory management. These updates are designed to help organizations improve asset reliability, reduce downtime, and gain greater visibility into equipment usage and lifecycle management. ### Condition-Based Preventive Maintenance for Smarter Asset Management CIPAce™ EAM 10.1 introduces condition-based and meter-driven preventive maintenance, enabling organizations to move beyond traditional time-based scheduling and adopt a more proactive, data-driven approach. **Key Capabilities:** - Support for both time-based and meter-based maintenance schedules - Automatic work order generation based on meter thresholds - Real-time adjustment of maintenance schedules based on asset conditions - Visibility into generated and incomplete work orders for better oversight This approach allows organizations to: - Predict maintenance needs more accurately - Reduce unexpected equipment failures - Extend asset lifespan through timely interventions Additionally, users can modify maintenance intervals or reset meters, with the system automatically adjusting future maintenance schedules to reflect real-time asset conditions. ### Real-Time Condition Monitoring for Early Issue Detection The new Condition Monitoring functionality enables continuous tracking of asset performance using meter readings such as temperature, pressure, and vibration. **Highlights:** - Automatically trigger work orders or warnings based on defined conditions - Monitor asset performance in real time - Track all generated alerts and maintenance activities - Easily replicate monitoring rules across assets This enhancement ensures that maintenance teams can identify issues early, reduce risk, and maintain consistent equipment performance. ### Comprehensive Equipment Inventory Management CIPAce™ EAM 10.1 introduces a robust equipment and tools inventory management system, providing full visibility into equipment tracking, availability, and utilization. **Core Features:** - Track equipment location, status, and availability in real time - Manage inventory through reservation, issuance, return, and transfer workflows - Link equipment directly to work orders for better operational transparency - Capture usage-based costs for accurate budgeting and reporting This functionality ensures efficient resource allocation and helps organizations maintain full control over their equipment inventory. ### Flexible Equipment Tracking Methods To support different operational needs, CIPAce™ offers multiple tracking methods: - Normal Equipment Tracking: Monitor total, issued, and on-hand quantities - Serial Number Tracking: Track individual equipment for full accountability - Rotating Assets Management: Manage lifecycle, value, and usage of high-value equipment The system also supports multi-storeroom inventory tracking, giving users a comprehensive view of equipment across locations. ### End-to-End Equipment Lifecycle and Inventory Control CIPAce™ EAM 10.1 enhances inventory workflows with full lifecycle management: **Inventory Capabilities:** - Equipment receipt and onboarding with cost and tracking details - Reservation tools with cost estimation and availability visibility - Equipment issuance (reserved or on-demand) - Return and transfer tracking across storerooms - Detailed inventory history and audit tracking Additionally, rotating assets are automatically updated with each transaction, ensuring accurate real-time tracking of equipment location and usage. With the EAM 10.1 release, CIPAce™ delivers a more intelligent and proactive approach to asset and equipment management. By combining condition-based maintenance with comprehensive inventory tracking, organizations can improve reliability, reduce downtime, and gain full visibility into their operations. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## CIPAce™ 10.1 Release- Enhanced Power BI Integration, Advanced GIS Capabilities, and Workflow Automation Improvements Published September 13, 2024 We are excited to announce the release of CIPAce™ 10.1, which introduces a powerful set of enhancements designed to improve data visualization, geospatial intelligence, workflow efficiency, and system-wide access control. These updates further strengthen CIPAce as a leading capital program management software platform, empowering agencies to make smarter, data-driven decisions. Below is a breakdown of the key features and improvements included in this release. ### Seamless Power BI Integration for Advanced Data Visualization CIPAce now enables users to embed and publish Power BI reports directly within the platform, creating a more unified and interactive reporting experience. **Key Features:** - Create and link Power BI reports using Workspace ID and Report ID - Embed reports into dashboards and entity records - Real-time data refresh without reloading pages - Full Power BI functionality including filtering, drill-down, and sorting - Support for full-screen and print-ready reports Additionally, two embedding modes provide flexibility for organizations: - Embed for Your Customers: Public-facing reports without login - Embed for Your Organization: Secure, role-based access requiring Power BI authentication This enhancement significantly improves business intelligence (BI) accessibility and supports real-time decision-making. ### Enhanced GIS Capabilities for Smarter Spatial Analysis CIPAce 10.1 delivers major upgrades to its Geographic Information System (GIS), allowing users to manage geospatial data more efficiently and independently. **Highlights:** - Store geospatial business layer data directly within CIPAce - Improved Map Layers Manager with transparency, visibility, and styling controls - New drawing tools (point, line, polygon, rectangle, circle) - Advanced search functionality combining address and layer data - Ability to link GIS shapes to entity records **Additional improvements include:** - Location coordinate measurement tools - Bookmark and export enhancements - Selected items list shortcuts for faster navigation These upgrades provide a more robust GIS mapping and spatial data management experience, reducing reliance on external systems while increasing operational efficiency. ### Improved Notification Management & Email Tracking Communication workflows are now more streamlined with the introduction of Notification Templates and Email Logging. **New Capabilities:** - Create, edit, and manage reusable notification templates - Automatically populate recipients, subject lines, and message content - Track all sent emails with detailed logs including timestamps and recipients This feature enhances workflow automation, communication consistency, and audit transparency, making it easier for teams to manage notifications at scale. ### Advanced Access Control and Security Enhancements CIPAce continues to prioritize data security and governance with new access control features: - Configure data access rights at a granular level - Search and audit user and role-based permissions - Improve visibility into how access rules are applied These updates ensure that organizations can maintain secure, compliant data environments while simplifying permission management. ### Workflow Engine Optimization for Faster Decision-Making The enhanced workflow engine introduces smarter automation logic: - Multi-approver workflows now terminate immediately upon rejection - Eliminates unnecessary delays in approval processes - Improves efficiency for project approvals and capital planning workflows This update helps organizations accelerate decision cycles and project execution timelines. With the 10.1 release, CIPAce™ continues to evolve into a more integrated and efficient platform for capital program management. By enhancing reporting, geospatial capabilities, workflow automation, and system controls, this update helps organizations streamline operations and make more informed, data-driven decisions. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## Announcing CIPAce™ 10.0- Decoupling Technology and Business Platforms Published June 24, 2024 We are excited to announce the release of CIPAce™ 10.0, featuring a significant architectural transformation that decouples the technology platform from the business platform. This major update enhances the system’s flexibility, scalability, and robustness, providing a more responsive and efficient solution to support organizational strategic goals and daily operations. ### Key Benefits of Decoupling Technology and Business Platforms: - **Enhanced Agility:** Organizations can now respond more quickly to market changes. The business platform can adapt rapidly to new requirements without overhauling the entire technology stack. - **Focused Development:** Developers can concentrate on specific areas without impacting the entire system. Technology teams can enhance core platform performance and security, while business teams improve business logic and user experience. - **Simplified Maintenance and Upgrades:** Maintenance is streamlined as changes to one platform do not necessarily affect the other. This separation minimizes downtime and reduces the risk of introducing bugs during updates. - **Scalability:** The technology and business platforms can scale independently. The technology platform can handle increased loads or data processing needs separately from the business platform, which scales based on user interaction or transaction volumes. - **Risk Management:** Changes in one area can be implemented without risking the stability of the entire system, ensuring uptime and reliability. - **Cost Efficiency:** Organizations can optimize costs by upgrading or scaling each platform according to its specific needs, avoiding unnecessary expenses. - **Technological Flexibility:** Each platform can evolve at its own pace. The technology platform might adopt new data storage solutions or computing paradigms independently of the business platform. - **Customization and Personalization:** Businesses can customize the business platform to meet specific customer needs or industry requirements without modifying the underlying technology. ### Our Out-of-the-Box (OOTB) Solutions: The CIPAce™ Technology Platform serves as a robust foundation for building various out-of-the-box (OOTB) solutions designed for ease of use, scalability, and rapid deployment. Both the **Capital Program and Project Management (CPPM)** and **Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)** leverage the platform’s capabilities to provide tailored and efficient tools for specific business needs. CIPPlanner is committed to providing cutting-edge technology solutions that drive operational efficiency and strategic flexibility. Our latest update continues our tradition of innovation and excellence. For more information, contact our team to learn how CIPAce™ 10.0 can benefit your organization. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## New Features Introduced in CIPAce™ 9.17 Published April 12, 2024 CIPPlanner proudly introduces the release of CIPAce™ Version 9.17, featuring groundbreaking enhancements including comprehensive business data modeling, access token functionality, and seamless integration with Power BI and Microsoft Application Insights. Additionally, minor enhancements aimed at improving user experience have been meticulously crafted for maximum productivity, including streamline workflow efficiency, document selection, version naming automation, and interface layout refinement. These updates continue to reinforce our commitment to empowering businesses with innovative solutions that drive efficiency and productivity. ### Comprehensive Business Data Model CIPAce now offers seamless preparation of data sources and integration with external reporting tools. The system empowers users to configure a robust data model effortlessly. From entity selection to attribute customization and defining relationships, the process is streamlined for maximum efficiency.Users can now generate Entity-Relationship (ER) diagrams with ease, offering unparalleled insights into data structure and relationships. ### Access Token Functionality Introduction of Data Model Access Tokens offers users the flexibility to create and manage tokens directly from the system’s interface. With customizable access rules, users can ensure data security while enabling seamless connectivity with external tools, like Power BI. Users have the capability to establish distinct program and data access rules, thereby tailoring token accessibility to individual user specifications. ### Power BI and Microsoft Application Insights Integration CIPAce has integrated seamlessly with Power BI, offering users unparalleled access to CIPAce data. The system provides comprehensive Data Model packages for Power BI connection, enabling users to harness the power of data visualization for informed decision-making.CIPAce boasts integration with Microsoft Application Insights, empowering engineers to monitor system performance and analyze user interactions effectively. The tool captures telemetry data from both client and server sides, offering unmatched insights into system behavior and user engagement. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## New Features Introduced in CIPAce™ 9.16 Published January 5, 2024 CIPPlanner is pleased to announce the release of Version 9.16 of its flagship product CIPAce™. This latest release includes many exciting new features and functions, such as Punch List Management, Adobe Sign Integration, and Workflow Comment Enhancement features, to name a few. ### Punch List Management The CIPAce™ Punchlist module enhances user’s construction project management experience by streamlining the process of identifying, tracking, and resolving punch list items that need attention before project completion. Allows users to capture punch list items with notes and photos (or links), and associate them to specific plan sheet on plan sets as needed. This functionality enables users to document and track punch list items effectively. ### Adobe Sign Integration CIPAce™ workflow engine now supports integration with Adobe Sign to allow e-signatures to be executed and captured as part of the system workflows. Workflow originator can now upload documents and tag them for e-signature, and approvers can complete the e-signing process at the appropriate workflow steps.Users have the flexibility to specify documents and workflow steps that require e-signatures. Additionally, the e-signature block can be pre-defined by users at any locations within a document. ### Workflow Comment Enhancer Users now have the flexibility to provide review comments within the Workflow panel during the review process. The Workflow comments can also be included as part of the workflow notifications, providing users with greater control over workflow comments log/history.Reasons for declining to sign a document will now be appended to the Comment field in the Workflow Panel as well, offering a comprehensive and more convenient overview of the review and decision making process. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## New Features Introduced in CIPAce™ 9.15 Published November 1, 2023 CIPPlanner is pleased to announce the release of Version 9.15 of its flagship product CIPAce™. This latest release includes many exciting new features and functions, including User Experience Improvements in Workflows, Automatic Notification Upon User Account Creation, and Multiple Project Statuses Management features, to name a few. ### User Experience Improvement in Workflows Allow users to view email notifications sent/received throughout the workflows right in the Workflow Log window.Users can now visualize the entire workflow, include steps and branches, graphically within the system workflow interface. Legends are provided to help users understand the steps in the workflow status flowchart. ### Automatic Notification Upon User Account Creation System administrators now have the ability generate one-time passwords during the user account creation process.System administrators can also dispatch welcome emails with login information to new users upon account creation. Welcome emails can be sent either individually or dispatched in a batch. ### Ability to Create Multiple Project Statuses Users are no longer limited by a single project status field and can record multiple project statues via the enhanced user interface and customization that enable the “Multiple Project Statuses” update function.Resource users who previously participated in a project will now be automatically populated in the dropdown resource list for users to, quickly and conveniently, select the resources as desired. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## New Features Introduced in CIPAce™ 9.14 Published July 7, 2023 CIPPlanner is pleased to announce the release of Version 9.14 of its flagship product CIPAce™. This latest release includes many exciting new features and functions, including enhancements related to New Workflow Designer, Custom Reports, User Experience Improvement on Data View, and Email Logs, to name a few. ### New Workflow Designer Significantly improved workflow designer UI to allow intuitive graphical workflow design, with enhanced user experience similar to creating static flowcharts on typical desktop applications.Users can also monitor the real-time operational status of each activity or task within the workflow flowchart. Utilizing distinct markers for different statuses, users can quickly assess the remaining activities to complete the workflow process. This feature further assists users in pinpointing critical issues that may require rapid response or resolution. ### Custom Reports Enhancement Users can now generate custom reports from any page within the system. The data fields and attributes on the page are automatically populated as data sources in the reports.Users can now define the data fields as Data Source for specific entity and/or relevant entities, which enables them to generate customize reports with higher level of efficiency and flexibility. ### Email Logs Enhancement Email delivery status is now tracked instantly in the system, which enables users to better monitor the status of their email deliveries and quickly identify problems related to dispatching notification emails from CIPAce™. This enhancement improves the reliability of email transmissions and enables users take immediate corrective actions. [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## New Version Release of CIPAce™ 9.10 Published May 6, 2022 CIPPlanner announces many exciting new features and functions for its flagship program management solution in CIPAce™ release version 9.10. New data capabilities, GIS integration, new contact management features are just amongst many of the exciting enhancements introduced. ### New Data Capabilities - Allow system administrators to create read-only virtual attributes (new data field on screen) from concatenation and/or as a result of calculation from other data elements. Virtual attributers can be used to display on screen or in reports. ### GIS Integration - Can display Angular GIS mini map for project locations on project general forms - Enables users to navigate to full Angular GIS interface from a certain project. ### New Contract Management Functions - Support new change order contract timeline adjustment section for all contracts types to allow for schedule-modification change orders. - New support for negative adjustment in change order line items for better usage flexibility - Offers even better flexibility to look up related data records throughout the system. Users can now have the option to search or lookup Invoices, RFPs, CORs, COs, inspection reports, meeting minutes, and permits tabs related to a contract - Supports custom calculation fields for contract line items such as contract total amount less contractor contingency, contract total amount less owner contingency, contingency total amount, owner controlled contingency total amount, and contract controlled contingency total amount ### Enhanced User Experience - The system collapses search conditions by default for a more streamlined user interface - The system can determine the compatibility level of a user’s browser according to the compatibility and adjust system display accordingly - Allows users to reassign workflow activity to multiple users by administrator or by task owner - Support bulk edit of RFP line Items - System lists display order can now be customized [Back to the release list](https://www.cipplanner.com/platform/release-notes#release-list) ## Questions About a Release Email [contact@cipplanner.com](mailto:contact@cipplanner.com). 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