What's New in Version 2025
Limited RolloutWe are in the initial phase of rolling out the Purchase Order Module to a limited group of customers. If you only own the Requisition/Purchase Order module, you qualify for the first phase of the rollout. Please review the breaking changes and use the Request/Schedule Button to secure a place in our upgrade schedule.
NOTE: The information on this site is designed for existing customers to learn about an upcoming release and provides a limited overview of all the features. New customers seeking a comprehensive list of features and functions, please contact our sales team at sales@microix.net or visit www.microix.net.
- Breaking Changes
- General Information
- Invoice Capture
- Travel Reimbursement
- Bank Feed
- Purchase Order
- Sales Order
- Timesheet
- Inventory
- Asset Tracking
- Budget
| Modules | Available* |
|---|---|
| Purchase Order | January 13 2025 |
| Invoice Capture | January 13 2025 |
| BankFeed | January 13 2025 |
| Travel Reimbursement | January 13 2025 |
| Timesheet | February 24 2025 |
| Inventory | February 24 2025 |
| Budget | March 24 2025 |
* Please note that the release dates are tentative and subject to change. We will keep you updated on any changes or adjustments as they occur..
Breaking Changes
Please note the list of breaking changes in the final version may be subject to modifications- Microsoft SQL Requirements: Requires Microsoft SQL Server 2017 or later, applicable for both on-premises and hosted environments. SQL Express Edition or higher is supported.
- Recommended Operating System: Windows Server 2019 or later is recommended.
- IIS Server and .NET Requirements: Requires Microsoft IIS Server with a minimum .NET version of 9.
- MIP Fund Accounting Compatibility: Requires MIP Fund Accounting version 2024.x.x or higher.
- Email Authentication: Email setup requires an OAuth2 or app password authentication; Basic authentication is not supported.
- Two-Step Authentication: Available with setup options for SMS or email verification.
- Password Policy: Previous passwords will not be accepted. Users must authenticate using their email address and a temporary passcode.
- Domain Email Requirement: All user accounts must have a unique domain email address and it cannot be shared or duplicated with another login account.
- License Conversion: Shared Windows licenses will be converted to the equivalent cost for web licenses. NOTE! Upgrading may require additional user licenses based on the number of users who need login access.
- Upgrade Policy: No-cost upgrades are available for customers with an active support and maintenance plan.
- Attachment Storage Migration: Attachments stored in the SQL database MWFMAttachments will be migrated to a network drive.
- Customized Forms and Reports: Customized forms and reports for timesheets, purchase orders, and invoices are incompatible and will default to standard forms and reports for each module.
- Grid Layout Customizations: Customized grid layouts for data entry forms and document lists are not supported and will default to standard columns.
- HDS Integration: Direct links to the Housing Data System (HDS) are not supported. Integration must use our REST API endpoint.
- Windows Client Features:
- We have transitioned from a traditional MDI (Multiple Document Interface) tabbed layout, which allowed multiple windows to be open simultaneously, to a modern single-page navigation approach. This streamlined design enhances usability by focusing on one task or view at a time, ensuring a cleaner and more intuitive user experience
- The Ribbon menu has been replaced with a streamlined navigation menu, similar to the interface used in Office Web Applications
- Direct "Batch Scanning" into the application, as available in the Windows Client, is not supported.
- Compatibility: Backward compatibility with the Windows Client and Web Companion is not supported. Due to the updated user interface, we recommend customers request a preview before proceeding with an upgrade.
- New Add-On Features: Invoice Capture, Bank Feed, and Travel Reimbursement are new add-on features available for activation at an additional cost.
Enhanced Security
- Enhanced security using Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), offering options to receive codes via Email or Short Message Service (SMS)
- Account lockout feature requiring administrator intervention for unlocking
- Support for adding an alternative email address or personal phone number based in the United States
- Administrators can set the number of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) attempts and define the application idle timeout period
