Debunking Upgrade Myths: Why Upgrading Your Rocket MultiValue Platform Is a Smart, Strategic Move 

Our MultiValue experts here at Rocket Software have observed a consistent trend among our customer base:  

While certainly not all, many of our MV customers are reluctant to upgrade to the latest MultiValue Application Platform release. In a world where smartphones, browsers, and even vehicles receive over-the-air updates regularly, it’s surprising that enterprise software—the very backbone of your organization—often falls behind.  

We understand the hesitation, but staying current doesn’t just mean enjoying the newest features; it’s about proactively protecting and empowering your business. Let’s examine and debunk some common myths we hear from organizations who are slow to upgrade and highlight the risks of falling behind.  

Myth 1: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”  

Rocket’s MultiValue Application Platform is recognized for its reliability and rock-solid performance, a fact we’re proud of. However, relying on “old reliable” can be a risky business proposition. Waiting for a critical reason to upgrade ignores that software—and the ecosystem you run it in—is constantly evolving (and evolving faster than ever before).  

Our knowledgeable support team is adept at workarounds and hotfixes, offering timely solutions when issues arise. But these fixes are only meant to be temporary — building on top of years of manual tweaks and custom patches is a risk. What happens if the only person who understands your solution leaves? Or if you run into a problem no one else in the world has? Unraveling years of “duct tape and bailing wire” is time-consuming and costly.  

Fact 1: Scheduled upgrades ensure stability, documented fixes, and futureproofing for your business.  

Myth 2: “Upgrading is too risky for our mission-critical system.”  

We agree—your business application, including the logic and data, is invaluable. It’s fair to think of upgrades as potential risks, especially if it’s been years since your last one. But, in reality, the longer you wait, the more daunting, time-consuming, and risky an upgrade becomes. Breaking up your upgrade path into smaller, more frequent steps makes validation and acceptance testing simpler and more manageable.  

Avoiding short-term risk by skipping upgrades only compounds long-term risk—compatibility, security, and support challenges will keep stacking up.  

Fact 2: Proactively upgrading is risk management in action.  

Myth 3: “We don’t have time for upgrades.”  

It’s true that testing and validating a new version requires planning and resources. But just as manufacturers set aside time annually to retool their factories, your software infrastructure deserves the same strategic attention. Build upgrade time into your IT roadmap as a recurring, non-negotiable event.  

Fact 3: Building upgrade time into your IT roadmap prevents a last-minute scramble and ensures your applications are always running on the safest, most efficient version.  

Myth 4: “We’ll upgrade if and when we’re forced to.”  

Waiting for external forces (compliance audits, hardware/OS changes, customer demands) is a risky bet. These last-minute upgrades are often urgent, unplanned, and expose your business to risks of downtime or lost productivity.  

Fact 4: By staying on a current version of your MultiValue application platform, you retain control—over timing, testing, and adoption of new features.  

Don’t let myths or short-term thinking hold you back from the stability and innovation your enterprise deserves.  

Are you ready to take the next step? Connect with your Rocket Account Executive or visit our Upgrade Resource Page to get started. Let’s ensure your business continues to thrive—today and into the future.