Answer:
Bentley recommends using the latest version of Bentley software whenever possible.
- To boost productivity with the latest enhancements and workflows.
- To be up-to-date with the latest Piping Codes. Instead of project documentation requiring a specific software version to be used (potentially limiting the use of more recent piping code updates), why not write your project documentation to require a specific piping code (and year) to be used for analysis. If a specific software version must be cited, we recommend appending "and higher" to the version number – that way any version of the program moving forward containing the specified piping code and year can be used.
- To maintain compatibility with newer operating systems and server versions. Don't wait until Microsoft ends support for yours.
- It's free!! With Bentley's Subscription Entitlement Service, upgrades are available at any time at no charge.
- To receive continuous Technical Support and avoid discontinued support for older versions of Bentley applications.
- To ensure your software is up-to-date with all critical error fixes. If a known issue in the program is discovered, updated versions containing the fixes could be installed to ensure the accuracy of your model's analysis and results.
- AutoPIPE include the ability to convert the model data to a specific earlier versions of AutoPIPE, just use File> Save-as > Older version command.
For a quote on keeping your company's software up to date, please get in touch with your Bentley Account Sales representative. If you are not sure who this is, please contact Bentley asking for sales department and then your account sales person contact information.
+Note:
1. Review detailed release notes here for all of the features added and fixes to known issues.
2. Users consistently express a strong motivation to continue using outdated software, as the product documentation refers to a particular Software, version, piping code, and year. In drafting project specification documents, it is crucial to highlight the piping code and year that will be utilized for model analysis. It is advisable to mention AutoPIPE in this context. Omitting specific AutoPIPE version allows for flexibility in adopting the latest version of the software, which includes corrections for known issues and new features that improve the overall user experience.