MAS readiness assessment
Current-state analysis of customisations, integrations, BIRT reports, automation scripts and licensing. Deliverable: a board-ready answer in 4–6 weeks covering cost, risk, timeline and architecture options.
Maximo Upgrade · 7.6 to MAS 9 · Australia
Maximo upgrade and migration to MAS 9
IBM Maximo 7.6 end-of-support is approaching. Valueztech is an Australian IBM Silver Business Partner and Maximo service provider delivering Maximo upgrade and migration programmes from 7.6 to Maximo Application Suite (MAS 9) on Red Hat OpenShift — on premises, AWS ROSA or IBM Cloud.
Request a Maximo upgrade assessmentWhy plan your Maximo upgrade now
Migrating to Maximo Application Suite (MAS 9) is more than a version upgrade — it is a re-platforming onto Red Hat OpenShift with a new licensing model, new architecture and new integration patterns. Boards and CIOs are asking: “What is the plan for Maximo?” Valueztech delivers the board-ready answer.
Target architecture design
On-premise OpenShift, AWS ROSA, IBM Cloud or fully-managed SaaS — with TCO modelling. Valueztech's open-source mas-sno-aws-installer accelerates SNO-on-AWS proof-of-concepts.
Customisation rationalisation
Keep, refactor or retire every customisation based on actual usage data, not assumptions. Reduces migration scope, testing effort and ongoing support cost.
Data migration and integration rebuild
Phased data migration with validation gates. ERP, GIS and field-system integrations rebuilt for MAS REST and OSLC patterns.
MaxTAF regression testing
Automated regression suites built once and run before every patch, upgrade milestone and go-live. Integration test coverage spans Maximo, ERP and field systems.
Phased cutover and hypercare
Parallel running, dual-write integration patterns and rollback options. 90-day post-go-live stabilisation with onshore Australian consultants.
Recent Maximo upgrade programmes
Victorian water utility
Maximo 7.6 to MAS 9 delivery programme for a major water authority.
Chocolate manufacturer
Maximo 7.6 to 8.9 upgrade for a global food and beverage operator.
Open-source tooling
Author of mas-sno-aws-installer on GitHub for MAS-on-AWS proof-of-concepts.
IBM credentials
IBM Silver Business Partner led by an IBM Champion (2022–2026).
Maximo upgrade FAQs
Common questions about Maximo 7.6 end-of-support, MAS 9 migration and upgrade services in Australia.
What is a Maximo upgrade?
A Maximo upgrade moves your IBM Maximo environment to a newer version or to Maximo Application Suite (MAS). For most asset operators on Maximo 7.6, the upgrade path is a migration to MAS 9 on Red Hat OpenShift — a re-platforming that includes new licensing, architecture and integration patterns.
When does IBM Maximo 7.6 end of support?
IBM Maximo 7.6 end-of-support is approaching. Asset operators still on 7.6 should plan a move to Maximo Application Suite (MAS 9) now — readiness assessments typically take 4–6 weeks and full migration programmes 6–18 months depending on customisations and integrations.
How long does a Maximo upgrade to MAS 9 take?
A typical Maximo 7.6 to MAS 9 programme runs 6–18 months depending on customisation volume, ERP integrations, data migration scope and hosting model (on-prem OpenShift, AWS ROSA or IBM Cloud). Valueztech delivers phased cutover with parallel running and rollback options.
Can Valueztech upgrade Maximo 7.6 to Maximo Application Suite?
Yes. Valueztech is an Australian IBM Silver Business Partner and Maximo service provider delivering MAS readiness assessments, OpenShift architecture, customisation rationalisation, data migration, MaxTAF regression testing and phased cutover from Maximo 7.6 to MAS 9.
What does a Maximo upgrade readiness assessment include?
Valueztech's readiness assessment covers current-state analysis of customisations, integrations, reports and licensing; target architecture options with TCO modelling; customisation keep/refactor/retire recommendations; and a board-ready timeline, cost and risk summary — typically delivered in 4–6 weeks.
Does Valueztech provide Maximo upgrade services in Australia?
Yes. Valueztech is an onshore Australian Maximo service provider headquartered in Melbourne. Recent upgrade programmes include scoping and business case work, a 7.6 to 8.9 upgrade for a major chocolate manufacturer, and a 7.6 to MAS 9 delivery for a Victorian water utility.