IBM TRIRIGA Support is Ending – Switch to MREF for Continued Support

TRIRIGA has been around for more than two decades, offering a centralized system for workplace management. Over time, IBM has been consistently updating its workplace management software and tools to boost performance and achieve better results. However, the latest update from IBM came with a big reveal. IBM TRIRIGA is being transformed into IBM MREF (Maximo® Real Estate and Facilities). The change comes from the unification of TRIRIGA with IBM MAS (Maximo Application Suite).

The combination of TRIRIGA and MAS is aimed at creating a single ecosystem for workplace management for better sustainability and advanced AI and IOT integration. Organizations using IBM TRIRIGA services must switch to MREF without unnecessary delays. The official support for TRIRIGA is ending in September 2027, leaving systems vulnerable to security threats and fulfilment of compliance regulations.

Why is IBM TRIRIGA Transforming to IBM MREF?

IBM is including TRIRIGA in its broader Maximo Application Suite, which means more power for organizations. For example, the newer version of TRIRIGA is enhancing the AI and IoT capabilities of workplace management. Organizations can now invest in an all-in-one solution that is more intelligent and provides them with a single source of truth. You can think of it as IBM’s decision to use the full potential of its MAS platform with TRIRIGA to boost overall performance.

What are the Benefits of Switching to IBM MREF?

IBM TRIRIGA is already a powerful workplace management system. Adding MAS capabilities to the platform further expands the possibilities and gives organizations an updated set of applications and tools. More benefits of making the switch to IBM MREF from TRIRIGA are explained in the points below:

1. Access to IBM Maximo Ecosystem

After integrating with IBM Maximo, IBM TRIRIGA is now more powerful and follows a centralized structure. It enables organizations to use Maximo modules and leverage the industrial-scale applications that come under the broader Maximo umbrella. Therefore, you can say that instead of remaining a standalone platform, TRIRIGA has been rebranded as IBM MREF and is now a part of the IBM MAXIMO ecosystem.

2. Continued Support with Official Updates

TRIRIGA will stop receiving official updates after September 2027, and IBM has already stopped taking orders for new TRIRIGA software. Therefore, for continued support for your workplace management modules, updating to IBM MREF is mandatory. While the IBM TRIRIGA services will not stop, the absence of security updates and official support can lead to serious security concerns.

3. Command Over Modern AI Features

The major advantage of switching to IBM MREF is utilizing the modern AI infrastructure to its full potential. It allows you to turn reactive management into proactive management with data-driven decision-making. Additionally, it grants organizations the power to automate critical tasks backed by advanced machine learning, generative AI models, and extremely accurate predictive analysis.

4. Flexible Deployment Options

IBM MREF provides organizations with support for different deployment models. A direct benefit it offers to organizations is flexibility during implementation. Therefore, you can implement the MREF infrastructure without completely redesigning your IT environment.

5. Access to TRIRIGA Functionalities

The best part about transitioning to MREF is that you will still have access to all the IBM TRIRIGA services. MREF is a transformed version of TRIRIGA and has all the key functionalities of the original platform. The new MREF platform still offers functionalities such as Lease management, Space management, Capital planning, maintenance, and operations, but with more power and a performance boost.

6. Future-proofing Your Organization

Organizations will stop receiving official support for TRIRIGA modules. This means that bugs, security issues, and other problems will not receive any solutions from the official software providers. As a result, continuing to use TRIRIGA in the future is going to be counterproductive. This is precisely why your organization’s smoother operations in the future depend on how fast you make the transition to IBM MREF.

Personalized IBM Services by BRIWO Solutions

While the switch to MREF is mandatory, it is not simple or straightforward in any sense. Adopting new IT technology is always a challenge, and the complexity associated with huge platforms such as IBM MAS mandates the requirement for professional guidance. This is where personalized IBM services by BRIWO Solutions prove to be extremely beneficial.

Let our experts evaluate your profile and provide you with the shortest and most resource-efficient path for transitioning to IBM MREF. We will help you avoid unnecessary costs and make the transition all while ensuring minimal disruptions to your core business operations.

Schedule a consultation with our experts for customized IBM TRIRIGA services or to adopt the IBM MREF platform.

Concluding Note from BRIWO Solutions

IBM TRIRIGA has played an important role in helping organizations manage their real estate, facilities, and workplace for more than 20 years. However, with IBM moving TRIRIGA into the Maximo Application Suite and rebranding it as IBM Maximo Real Estate and Facilities (MREF), things are changing for organizations. They now need to start preparing for the next phase of workplace management. The transition can help businesses retain essential TRIRIGA capabilities while gaining access to a broader ecosystem, modern AI capabilities, and flexible deployment options.

Waiting until the end of TRIRIGA support could make the transition more challenging and increase operational risks. Starting early, with comprehensive support by BRIWO Solutions, gives organizations sufficient time to assess their existing TRIRIGA environment, plan migration requirements, and minimize disruption to business operations. We will help you make the transition to IBM MREF more efficiently while aligning the new platform with your specific workplace management needs.

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