[NetSuite] What is the “Release Preview Environment” that allows you to verify the latest updates ahead of time?

Introduction.

NetSuite receives major updates twice a year. It is very important to understand in advance how these updates will affect your company’s operations and to be well prepared. The Release Preview Environment is a useful tool for this purpose.

In this article, we will explain what the Release Preview Environment is and how to use it in an easy-to-understand manner.

What is a Release Preview Environment?

A release preview environment is a dedicated environment where the latest NetSuite updates can be tested before they are applied to the production environment. Here, new features can be tested and customizations can be checked in advance to ensure that they work properly.

Benefits of utilizing a release preview environment

1.Be the first to try out new features

  • You can try out new features that will be added through updates in advance and examine how they can be used in your business.

2. Compatibility with customization can be checked.

  • You can check if SuiteScript, custom records, workflows, etc. work fine after the update.

3. Can provide training to employees

  • Familiarize employees internally with the new features and prepare for a smooth transition.

4. Know defects and impacts in advance.

  • We can see what impact the update will have on our workflow and come up with the necessary countermeasures.を考えられます。

How to use the Release Preview Environment

1. Check the schedule

  • Check NetSuite’s official website and administration notifications to find out when the release preview environment will be available.

2. Apply for Release Preview Environment

3.Perform the actual test

  • We can check the operation of new functions, check the impact of customizations, etc.

Summary

By utilizing the Release Preview environment, you can smoothly respond to NetSuite updates and minimize the impact on your business.

We think it is important to thoroughly test and prepare in advance to ensure that you are fully prepared.

To get the most out of NetSuite, we encourage you to actively use the release preview environment!

Thank you for reading to the end.