We are glad to announce the release of TEAMS-Designer 13.0.1.

Features:

• TEAMS-Designer 13.0.1 models can now be saved as version 12.5.5 models if no newer artifacts are present in the models
• Added “is effect” flag for AND Nodes and Smart Switches
• Added Port Labels for Smart Switches
• Users can now explicitly set Smart Switches (FMECA + Fault Tree License feature) to AND Nodes during DFT Analysis
• Added ability to copy Module Name column from Batch Module Editing Grid
• Added ability to copy and paste Module label column in Batch Module Editing Grid. Only Module Label column can be pasted although both Module Name and Module Label columns can be copied from batch module editor.

Bugs Fixed:

• Fixed a crash while importing Module from database having AND Nodes with port labels
• Resolved a crash while locating items from the Finder dialog
• Fixed a crash while generating faults tree and cutset reports
• Fixed a crash in Test Point’s Basic Properties tab when another Test Point in the model is selected in the same tab
• Addressed an issue with importing Module from database when a Transmitter, Receiver, or Module has a conflicting name
• Addressed an issue with Smart Switch Description being disappeared when imported from database

13.0.0 is all about

• facilitating TEAMS-Designer 13.0.0 latest and greatest bleeding edge features
• improving security

All Java and native dependencies have been upgraded to the latest version. Visual C++, SoftwareKey, cURL, OpenSSL, eXpat, Tcl/Tk. Latest versions keep away the security vulnerabilities. No log4j to speak of!

Big gains on the licensing front. Upgrade has paved the way for the same licensing we use on Windows to be supported on Linux! No more license.dat email requests. Run a command line application to perform an activation with the license server. License file is created for you. Additionally the license can be deactivated so that TEAMS-RDS can be moved to another server without going through support channels!

See the third party library report for a detailed listing of those dependencies.

Task

• SR1559-381 Port SoftwareKey based licensing to Linux
• SR1559-344 Update third party libraries to latest version

We are glad to announce the release of TEAMS-Designer 13.0.0.

Notes:

• The version of TEAMS-Designer model files has changed in 13.0.0, i.e., internal version of TEAMS-Designer text files has changed. TEAMS-Designer 12.x and earlier versions will not be able to load the models saved using 13.0. In TEAMS-Designer 13.0, while loading the models built with earlier versions, TEAMS-Designer gives a warning that “Model was created with earlier version of TEAMS-Designer….,” and asks the user to update the model to latest format. Users can click on ‘Tools->Update Model to latest format’ or use File->Save As…’ to save the model in the latest format. Note that models updated with 13.0 cannot be loaded into older versions of TEAMS-Designer. So users are requested to make a copy of the older version of their model, if they intend to share the model files with users that have old versions of TEAMS-Designers.
• Starting with the 13.0.0 release, we will no longer support Internet Explorer.
• To see System Requirement click here.

Base Features:

• Alignment Routine Compatibility for new TEAMS Objects: Allows users to properly use alignment tools for new TEAMS objects such as Transmitters/Receivers, AND nodes, and Failovers. Transmitters and Receivers now stack directly on top of each other if they are 7 pixels away from each other while using the “Space Vertically” Tool. This is so they line up perfectly with module ports.
• Batch Module Editor: A new editor that allows the user to make single or bulk edits to modules in TEAMS-Designer. This includes a multi-select feature allowing the user to change module properties simultaneously. The new editor also offers a grid and tab system allowing the user to edit every property of a module from a single dialog.
• Batch Test Editor: A new editor that allows the user to make single or bulk edits to Test Point objects in TEAMS-Designer. This includes a multi-select feature allowing the user to change Test properties simultaneously. The new editor also offers a grid and tab system allowing the user to edit every property of an Test from a single dialog.
• Mode Editor: System Modes and Switch Modes can now be edited in a brand-new, easy to navigate dialog. Another step in TEAMS-Designer’s move towards Data-grids and Smarter User-Interfaces.
• Multi-Link Edits: Links can now be multi-selected and edited all at once.
• Smart Switch (Failover): An enhanced TEAMS modeling concept that takes the traditional TEAMS AND Node and adds the ability to switch over to the redundant branches during runtime. The Smart Switch (Failover) functions as an And-Node during design and a Multi-Input-Port Switch during diagnosis.
• Contingency System Mode: Users can now mark System Modes as Contingency System Modes, during which, the model’s Smart Switches (Failovers) act as Switches (otherwise Smart Switches act as And-Nodes).
• Finder Dialog Enhancement: Finder dialog can now search for And Nodes and Smart Switches by name.

FMECA License Features:

• Batch Effect Editor: A new editor that allows the user to make single or bulk edits to Effect Point objects in TEAMS-Designer. This includes a multi-select feature allowing the user to change Effect properties simultaneously. The new editor also offers a grid and tab system allowing the user to edit every property of an effect from a single dialog.
• Finder Dialog Enhancement: Finder dialog can now search for Effects by name.

FMECA + Fault Tree License Feature:

• Save Fault Tree Options: User selected Fault Tree Options will be saved and reloaded in GUI in subsequent runs.

NASA Advanced License Features:

• Advanced Link Delays: Users can now model Link Propagation Timing using Triangular Distribution based delay values and/or associate delay(s) with specific Functions. This allows for modeling and analysis of complex scenarios where Fault Propagation Timing can only be captured abstractly.
• Batch Analysis Fault Tree Generation: Model Fault Trees can now be generated through the Batch Analysis feature using a job script. This allows for a user to generate Fault Trees for lots of effects in large models automatically. These Fault Trees can be used for comparison and review after significant changes to the model, or for general model analysis.
• Batch Link Editor: Allows for batch editing of links in the model. The dialog allows the user to edit appropriate link properties. Interacts well with Response modeling, allowing the user to easily modify link associated delays.
• Response Modeling: A new TEAMS Modeling component for FMECA Users. Users can now model Response Modules used for Response Analysis.
• Response Analysis: Response is the Model’s ability to recover-from/mitigate a failure before it propagates to a critical Effect. Response analysis is a new TEAMS Analysis Tool that allows users to test the Response Effectiveness and Coverage of models enhanced with Response Modeling. The analysis tool allows users to select specific fault-scenarios and test the modeled System’s Response. This analysis is accessible through the new Response Path Editor.

Bug Fixed

• Fixed an issue where TEAMS crashed while using alignment tools or moving links

TEAMS-Designer 3rd Party Library Report

TEAMS-RDS 12.1.5 and 12.5.5 shipped with versions of Log4J indicted by CVE-2021-44228. CVE is 10/10. Best to upgrade as soon as possible.

TEAMS-RDS 12.1.5 and 12.5.5 mitigate CVE-2021-44228 by dropping Log4J as a dependency. TEAMS-RDS will now delegate all logging to Tomcat which utilizes the JDK’s Logging facilities.

Login to the Customer Portal to download the latest TEAMS-RDS 12.1.5.322 and 12.5.5.659 releases.

Contact support for help patching TEAMS-RDS if upgrading to the latest release is not feasible.

NOTE: TEAMATE 12.1.5 and 12.5.5 are not affected by CVE-2021-44228. Log4J was dropped as a dependency to improve the startup performance of TEAMATE.

This Patch includes the following bug fixes:

• Resolved an issue with exporting TEAMS model to XML
• Addressed an issue where loading tests/effects from database did not keep attached functions
• Resolved an issue where copying a scoped module with a local function and pasting it did not add another scope
• Fixed an issue that caused TEAMS-Designer to crash during DFT Feedback
• Resolved an issue with cut set report not being generated
• Addressed an issue where TEAMS-Designer was failing to import large models from database
• Fixed an issue where Transmitters and Receivers could not be copied and pasted in duplicate Modules
• Fixed a crash that occurred after selecting ‘Export Impact Data’ during run-time export when Test labels are selected

To all customers using TEAMS-RDS, following versions use vulnerable versions of Apache Log4net and are affected by CVE-2018-1285:

• 12.5.0
• 12.5.1

Vulnerability is limited to Windows versions of TEAMS-RDS only. Apache Log4net was used in a single purpose utility used when clicking on:

• Start -> Programs -> TEAMS-RDS -> Start TEAMS-RDS Services
• Start -> Programs -> TEAMS-RDS -> Stop TEAMS-RDS Services

We recommend that all customers update to TEAMS-RDS 12.5.5.

If upgrading to 12.5.5 is not possible, please contact support to discuss alternative remediation strategies.

Qualtech Systems, Inc. is delighted to announce the release of TEAMS-RDS 12.5.5!

In this release technicians will find the ability to attach files and provide feedback at each step of the guided troubleshooting session. No longer does a technician have to bundle all their files and feedback into one ZIP file uploaded at sessions end. They can spread the uploads out and keep them within context of the step they had issue with. Additionally the step feedback form can be customized; same as the feedback form at sessions end.

Files uploaded at each step of a guided troubleshooting session don’t just end up silo-ed away for none to see. Modelers can utilize the View Feedback page to associate the uploaded files with the setup, test or module the file was uploaded to. Next time any technician performs a guided troubleshooting session, the newly associated content will be displayed.

Speaking of content during guided troubleshooting sessions, TEAMS-Designer modelers can attach WebAR Archives to a model. Once the model is exported to TEAMS-RDS, technicians will be able to view the immersive AR content through their browser. So long as WebAR is supported within the users browser.

For all of you installing on Linux, the tarball has been deprecated in favor of RPM installations. Instead of the 30 plus commands you needed to successfully install the tarball based distribution. RPM installs have been reduced to around 5 commands. Much less to go wrong. Consistent installations. Enhanced user experience. Plus you won’t have to call support as much! RPM installs exist for CentOS 7 and Amazon Linux 2. Call support to request RPMs for another platform.

Now don’t feel like you have to perform an RPM based Linux install. QSI now has Docker images that you can download, load into your container space and get TEAMS-RDS up and running within the hour! Wait? What? Seriously? Yes! Seriously!!! Customer requested. Customer approved ?

Of course we have included bug fixes we found along the way. As well as the latest set of dependencies our software is utilizing. See the third party library report for a detailed listing of those dependencies.

Hope y’all enjoy the release!

Story

• PDRDS-18 As a user, I want pain free Linux installations
• PDRDS-627 HTTPS (SSL) support for clients to connect to TEAMS-RDS server. Sensor Agent, and clients using TEAMS-RDS SDK can now connect via HTTPS
• SR1536-170 Save Analysis Options XML to DB
• SR1549-22 Ability to provide feedback/upload images/media at each guided troubleshooting step
• SR1549-35 Incorporate the ability to view WebAR Archives attached to a TEAMS-Designer model. Contact support for more details!
• SR1561-86 As a System Administrator, I want ability to configure allowed file types for file uploads.
• SR1563-107 Continued conversion of UI to modern look and feel

Bug

• PDRDS-638 Handle “Unexpected end of zlib input stream” unzip error for TEAMATE email logs

Task

• PDRDS-633 Update third party libraries to latest version
• PDTEAMS-1218 Update Database script in 12.5.4 by adding new column to TEST_PROPS ‘DETECTION_RATING’ for PFMEA

We are glad to announce the release of TEAMS-Designer 12.5.5.

Features:

• Ported AND Node: AND Nodes can now have ports. Modelers can label those ports.
• Transmitter and Receiver: New TEAMS entities called Transmitters and Receivers have been introduced to help modelers avoid drawing links across model hierarchy.
• Export Control Text: Modelers can input export control text for the model under Edit > Model Properties Menu.

Bugs Fixed:

• Resolved a crash caused by an addition of an existing Test in the Model directory to a Test Point
• Fixed an issue where Analysis Options windows were not-movable
• Addressed an issue where TEAMATE and TEAMS-RT analysis ran anyway after canceling Analysis Option windows
• Resolved an issue where DFT Feedback was requiring AND node margin to be one more than what the user had set
• Fixed an issue where TEAMS would crash while creating a Test with the same name as a previously deleted Test
• Addressed an issue where Effect Properties tab had overlapped widgets in high resolution zoom
• Resolved an issue where AND Node margins in the Model would reset sometimes
• Fixed an issue where user was unable to delete Switch Mode Notes

We are glad to announce the release of TEAMS-Designer 12.5.4.

Bug Fixed:

• Resolved an issue where incorrect scope was being assigned to Local Functions
• Fixed an issue that prevented to select System Mode in Serviceability Analysis option dialog
• Addressed an issue where non-FMECA Link Properties Dialog was incorrectly sized
• Resolved an issue where if a Test Point had multiple tests, function pick list only showed for the first test
• Fixed an issue where TEAMS would crash while generating Fault Isolation Manual
• Resolved an issue where some AND node margins were unintentionally changing
• Addressed an issue in exporting run-time files when a local function had multiple scopes
• Resolved an issue that caused TEAMS to crash when closing out of Static Analysis window
• Fixed an issue that caused TEAMS to crash while generating FMECA Report

Features:

• Batch Analysis feature, where multiple Analysis can be run using a job script, is now implemented. This is a licensed module
• TEAMS can now generate Process FMEA (PFMEA AS13004) Report with a license
• FMECA feature: TEAMS generates fault tree in HTML format where users can highlight multiple faults to see propagation to top effect
• FMECA feature: Fault Tree and Reliability Analysis now generates Cut Set report in HTML format

Qualtech Systems, Inc. is pleased to announce the release of TEAMS-RDS 12.5.2.

See below for a list of features and fixes that made it into the release.

Bugs Fixed

• PDRDS-611 Hide PackNGo option during Modeler Test Model guided troubleshooting sessions
• SR1533-110 Password strength is limited by validation rules
• SR1533-112 Dispatch center is not loading symptoms for any system
• SR1533-114 Remember Me is not working when MFA is enabled
• SR1533-116 Not redirecting to MFA registration after user logs in when MFA is not setup
• SR1533-124 Linux TMT Reasoner crashes when generate diagnostic tree is clicked

Task

• PDRDS-610 Stop support for 32-bit Linux
• SR1533-111 Update bulk user import to create references i.e. Customers, Locations, Groups when run as SystemAdmin and send password reset email to created users
• SR1533-129 Updated Password Reset to require Email in addition to Login Name
• SR1533-130 Updated MFA Reset to require user enter Password in addition to Login Name
• SR1533-132 Add banner at bottom of login page telling users we store cookies
• SR1533-135 Reduce Login and Change Password times by fine tuning bcrypt rounds for speed vs security

Story

• PDRDS-420 As a system administrator, I want a 64-bit Windows installer