Deprecations and Lifecycle Changes
Stibo Systems is focused on the most relevant capabilities for our customer base. When a component status changes, it is to simplify the component list, minimize support on components that have an improved substitute, and remove clutter and uncertainty as to which component(s) to use. The same concept applies when functionality changes within a component's lifecycle.
This topic contains details around restored, deprecated, superseded, withdrawn, and deleted STEP components and functionality. This topic should be read with an understanding of the following:
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Web UI Component Basics (includes Web UI Component Report information to help admins manage Web UI configurations)
For changes to Extension API, refer to the Change History accessible within the Technical Documentation accessible at [SaaS Environment URL]/sdk or from the Resources section of the system's Start Page. You can also go directly to: [your system]/sdk/doc/extension/changereport/html/ChangeReport.html
Below is a list of components / functionalities that have been restored, deprecated, superseded, withdrawn, or deleted. For future known changes, it is recommended that you refer to the latest update's Platform and Software Support Changes note in the System Update and Patch Notes documentation. Actions listed in the Actions column are necessary to continue access to the same or improved functionality.
2026.3 Update
| Component / Functionality | Lifecycle Stage | Actions | Alternate Component / Functionality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qlik and Tableau integration with Web UI | Deleted | Transition to alternate functionality | Power BI |
| Basic authorization method when configuring integration endpoints for PDX in STEP | Deprecated | Transition to alternate functionality | Token-based authentication |
2026.2 Update
| Component / Functionality | Lifecycle Stage | Actions | Alternate Component / Functionality |
|---|---|---|---|
| assetloader component / Legacy Asset Importer / Hotfolder with Metadata | Deprecated | Transition to alternate functionality | Asset Importer, asset push capabilities, and/or Hotfolder Receiver Using Meta Files |
| Adobe InDesign® 2024 | Discontinued | Transition to a newer version | Adobe InDesign® CC 2025 or Adobe InDesign® CC 2026 |
2026.1 Update
| Component / Functionality | Lifecycle Stage | Actions | Alternate Component / Functionality |
|---|---|---|---|
| e-Signature | General Availability (restored) | None specified | None specified |
| 'Keep File After Load' parameter in IIEP receivers | Deprecated | None specified | None specified |
2024.4 Update
| Component / Functionality | Lifecycle Stage | Actions | Alternate Component / Functionality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Address Normalizer v1 | Superseded | For SaaS v2 systems, transition to alternate | Address Normalizer v2, Machine Learning Matcher |
| e-Signature functionality | Deprecated | Transition to alternate verification methods if needed | None specified |
| macOS 12 (Monterey) for Mac clients | Discontinued | Transition to a newer version | macOS 15 (Sequoia), macOS 14 (Sonoma), or macOS 13 (Ventura) |
Important: The 2024.4 update is the final update for on-premises systems and other non-SaaS environments. Support of these deployments will continue until December 31, 2027. During this transition period, we will continue to provide security updates and critical fixes as needed. All subsequent feature updates will be exclusive to SaaS customers.