Formativ 2.0 is a major release and a compelling upgrade for Formativ 1.6 users. This page contains important information for existing Formativ 1.6 users who wish to upgrade to Formativ 2.0.
Why Should I Upgrade to Formativ 2.0?
Formativ 2.0 represents a quantum leap over Formativ 1.6. Formativ 2.0 solutions are easier to use. A great deal of planning has gone into developing a solution portfolio based on Formativ 2.0 that is both powerful and easy to use.
The Business Solutions Pack 1.6 solutions have been re-written to take advantage of the powerful new features in Formativ 2.0. Check out the new version 2.0 Stationery and Multiple Signature solutions!
You will want to be sure you can run the latest solutions from Advansys and third parties. All the newest free Formativ solutions available from Novell Cool Solutions, such the much requested iCal solution, will be based on Formativ 2.0.
Finally, for Developers, Power Users and OEMs, Formativ 2.0 provides a dramatically enhanced framework onto which new solutions can be created. Never before has it been so easy to create and distribute advanced solutions for GroupWise.
How Much Will It Cost ?
Upgrade pricing varies on the number of licenses held, and you should contact your reseller or Advansys for specific details. You will be surprised at how cost effective the upgrade can be.
The Business Solution Pack 1.6 needs to be upgraded separately. Upgrade information can be found here.
As a guide, if you upgrade a Formativ Runtime 1.6 license at the same time as the Business Solutions Pack 1.6 license, the Runtime 2.0 upgrade costs as little at USD 1.40 per user. (Total USD 19.40). Upgrading a single Runtime 1.6 licence on its own to version 2.0 costs USD 14.
