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Status Planned for future release
Created by Guest
Created on Oct 30, 2020

Allow CBU real activation during CBU test

Allow CBU real activation during CBU test.

Idea priority High
  • Guest
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    May 26, 2022
    .Move to UC because we are looking for dedicated resources to address this RFE
  • Guest
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    May 19, 2022

    I received an email requesting more information. But I can't figure out what infomaton is requested. Please advise.

  • Guest
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    May 18, 2022
    .RFE Still being considered, but IBM still needs more information from Client
  • Guest
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    May 17, 2022
    .Needed more information from client, IBM teams working on request but have not heard from client
  • Guest
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    Nov 20, 2020

    .Updated status to "Candidate" as the team is making progress on options for this request. Thank you!

  • Guest
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    Nov 17, 2020

    Thank you for the suggestion. The teams are actively considering options.