Support for IBM Maximo 7.6.1 ends on September 30. How Does it Affect You?

On September 30, IBM will stop providing support for Maximo 7.6.1, a decision that forces many organizations to review their enterprise asset management (EAM) strategy, either because they currently use Maximo or because they are considering implementing an asset management system. After that date, the risks begin to accumulate. Let’s see why:

What Exactly Does the End of Support for Maximo 7.6.1 Imply?

• As the headline anticipates, from that date, there will be no more security updates or technical support for Maximo 7.6.1.
• Companies that want to remain in the IBM ecosystem will have to migrate to Maximo Application Suite (MAS), an environment with a new licensing model, based on points, much less transparent.
• Likewise, after the 30th, IBM will no longer provide security patches, updates, or technical assistance. Any vulnerability or failure that appears from then on will remain unresolved, posing a significant operational, legal, and financial risk for its users.

So, What Do You Face if You Don’t Act in Time?

• Cybersecurity and compliance risks for using unsupported software.
• Increasing costs due to the new MAS licensing model.
• Operational disruptions due to complex and slow migrations.
• Loss of scalability, especially if your organization is growing and needs flexibility.
• Problems with data quality and integrity during the transition.

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(Good News: there are Alternatives!)

Fortunately, there are other more modern options aligned with the current needs of asset management, which, in addition to solving the risks associated with the end of support, offer a model more flexible, less technical complexity, and an optimized user experience.

Among them is Ultimo, a modern EAM platform designed to adapt to the real needs of maintenance, operations, and industrial safety. An especially attractive solution for several reasons that we will see below.

Why is Ultimo the Number 1 Alternative to Maximo?

• Smooth and seamless transition
  Ultimo has a proven migration strategy that guarantees a safe change, without operational disruptions and with the least possible impact on your teams.
• Lower total cost of ownership (TCO)
  On the other hand, the EAM offers a clear, scalable SaaS model with no hidden costs, which facilitates planning and budget control from day one.
• Modern platform ready to grow with you
  Being based on the cloud (Azure), this solution is always kept up to date, easily integrates with your current systems, and adapts to the growth rate of your organization.
• All-in-one solution
  Maintenance, operations, and security coexist on a single cloud platform. In addition, Ultimo includes a native mobile app through which teams can work agilely, wherever they are.
• Market recognition
  Ultimo has been recognized in Verdantix’s Green Quadrant and awarded as Customers’ Choice by Gartner Peer Insights in 2025, consolidating its position as one of the EAM platforms best valued by analysts and users.

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With the deadline approaching, it is a good time to rethink whether your current EAM system is prepared for what is coming. Whether you use Maximo or are evaluating alternatives, anticipating today can help you evolve towards a more modern, agile, and seamless asset management.