What's New in Appian RPA

This page describes what's available in this release of Appian RPA. Some capabilities may not be available if you're using an older version of the Appian platform.

Version 9.14 (Release date: 5 December 2024 )

Behind-the-scenes updates for RPA

We’ve made several behind-the-scenes updates to keep things running smoothly. There are no visible changes in this release, so you can continue developing as quickly and easily as always.

Version 9.13 (Release date: 25 October 2024 )

Stay secure and efficient with automatic RPA autologin updates

The RPA autologin service now automatically updates to the latest version when connecting to a newer version of Appian RPA. You’ll always have the most up-to-date security features and performance enhancements, reducing the need for manual updates and minimizing downtime. With this update, you can focus more on your work while the system takes care of staying current and secure.

Version 9.12 (Release date: 2 August 2024)

Java 17 is here

Beginning with RPA 9.12, agents now require the use of Java 17. To ensure RPA continues to operate smoothly, upgrade to Java 17 immediately if you have not already. All low-code actions within Appian RPA are backward compatible, but you will need to check the compatibility of any custom actions. Be sure to review the Java 17 Upgrade Guidance for complete information. For help, contact Appian Support.

Version 9.11 (Release date: 21 June 2024)

Manage version history for robotic tasks

Version history for robotic tasks is available now! Easily explore and restore past versions, update to the latest, or delete unnecessary ones-all in Appian Designer. This addition brings a unified experience with other Appian objects, making it easier to keep your robotic tasks organized and current.

Boost performance for faster automation

We've optimized Appian RPA to enhance your automation experience. Robotic tasks now line up faster (up to 75%), letting more robots operate simultaneously due to quicker robotic task assignments. This improvement is especially beneficial during peak workloads when thousands of tasks need to be executed simultaneously, or in environments with a lot of robots; e.g., more than 50.

Version 9.10 (Release date: 10 May 2024)

Upgrade to Java 17 required

Beginning with RPA 9.12, agents will require the use of Java 17. To ensure RPA continues to operate smoothly, upgrade to Java 17 before August 2, 2024, in preparation for the RPA 9.12 release. Start by evaluating your current Java setup and begin with a controlled upgrade of non-critical systems. All low-code actions within Appian RPA are backward compatible, but you will need to check the compatibility of any custom actions. Be sure to review the Java 17 Upgrade Guidance for complete information. For help, contact Appian Support.

Version 9.9 (Release date: 29 March 2024)

You asked, we listened: RPA on Kubernetes is here!

Exciting news for our self-managed customers! Appian on Kubernetes (AoK) just got better with the addition of Appian RPA. This new capability brings all of Appian RPA's features directly to your environment, be it cloud-based or on-premises.

Version 9.8 (Release date: 16 February 2024)

Enhanced robot security and authentication

We're aligning Appian RPA with the latest industry security standards by automatically pre-signing all agents. Additionally, robot keys will be used for agent authentication on Mac and Linux platforms. We're ensuring that your robot workforce is not only more secure but also more versatile and seamlessly integrated across diverse operating systems.

Security updates

Updates were made to improve the security and stability of Appian RPA.

Version 9.7 (Release date: 19 January 2024)

Robotic Workforce Manager (RWM) application deprecation

The Robotic Workforce Manager (RWM) application has been deprecated, meaning it will no longer be updated or pre-installed for new Appian Cloud sites with Appian RPA enabled. Customers should use the Operations Console to manage robots instead.

Security updates

Updates were made to improve the security and stability of Appian RPA.

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