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Status Not under consideration
Workspace IBM MAS - Mobile
Created by Guest
Created on Feb 17, 2021

Maximo Anywhere 7.6.4 will not reconnect to VPN on wake up

ENMAX uses a VPN tunnel to allow devices in the field to connect to on-prem servers. When launching Maximo Anywhere IBM Work Technician 7.6.4 on iOS, the application automatically connects to the VPN tunnel, user can login and operate the app normally. When the device goes to sleep for 5/10 minutes though and the user returns to the application, VPN won't re-connect no matter what the user does (navigate to a different page, refresh lookups, run queries, etc.). The only workaround is to go to a different application that's VPN enable, launch it, and then return to the IBM Maximo Anwhere app which can then use the VPN tunnel activated by the other application. I tested an in-house built app (using the container) and also the IBM app from the Apple store. They both have the same issue. All other ENMAX mobile apps can re-connect automatically to the VPN, including Maximo Anywhere 7.6.3 old apps.

Version of mobile app is 7.6.4; iOS 13.5. See screenshots and also iOS console logs right after the device wakes up.

Idea priority Urgent
  • Guest
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    Oct 18, 2022

    As part of the review process, we strive to be transparent about our intentions with each enhancement suggestion. The offering team has carefully reviewed this idea and has decided that it does not fit into our current plans, so the idea will be closed. The requested functionality is being reviewed as things move to thge new Maximo Mobile. The idea will be kept in IBM's ideas repository and may still be voted on. It might be reassessed or reopened for additional feedback in the future. We value your feedback and thank you for allowing us the privilege of partnering with you in developing our products.

  • Guest
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    Aug 5, 2021

    Thank you for taking the time to provide your ideas to IBM. We truly value our relationship with you and appreciate your willingness to share details about your experience, your recommendations, and ideas.I am sorry to inform you that our team has evaluated the request and has determined that it cannot be implemented at this time for Maximo Anywhere. However, it might be something that we can include in our new mobility solution, Maximo Mobile.We truly value your relationship and are committed to providing you with an outstanding experience. Thank you for bringing this idea forward. If you have any additional feedback, thoughts or ideas, or if there is anything else I can do, please do not hesitate to reply to this message to continue the conversation.