Release Cycle Overview
Type of Update | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
Release | A Release is a new, complete version of the imc Express software, often inclusive of brand new features and functionalities. Unlike the traditional process of announced releases, imc Express adopts a more flexible approach to development. The goal is to stay agile and enable improvements to be made continuously. Therefore, new releases are not explicitly announced, allowing the development team to focus on continuous improvement and regularly incorporating user feedback. | approx. every 2-4 months |
Patch | A Patch refers to minor software updates applied to the existing version of imc Express to address bugs or enhance performance. These software updates occur regularly and improve user-experience by effectively resolving reported issues without changing overall functionality. | approx. every month |
Hotfix | A Hotfix is a rapid response to identified critical issues hindering imc Express functionality at any level. These patches are deployed immediately to resolve the problem and maintain operational continuity. | ad-hoc basis |
This agile method of release gives the imc Express development team greater flexibility in enhancing the software while keeping user satisfaction at the forefront. By focusing on the continual release of improvements rather than large, infrequently planned updates, they ensure the users always have the most current and optimized version of the tool.