JBoss EAP 7 is in ELS-1:
Keep Your Java EE Stack Secure & Supported
With JBoss Enterprise Application Platform (EAP) 7 entering Extended Lifecycle Support Phase 1 (ELS-1) as of July 1, 2025, organizations face a critical decision: pay more for diminishing support, rushing a complex migration to JBoss EAP 8, or choose a smarter alternative.
Your roadmap for future-proof enterprise Java apps
In just 20 minutes, you’ll gain clarity on how to keep mission-critical enterprise Java applications secure, supported and cost-efficient as JBoss EAP 7 moves through ELS-1.
- Operational continuity: Understand what ELS-1 really covers so you can plan support, compliance and security without surprises.
- Support lifespan planning: Learn the true impact of staying on JBoss EAP 7 through 2027 and what happens when support windows expire.
- Migration strategy clarity: Compare the effort and risk of quickly upgrading to JBoss EAP 8 with safer alternatives that reduce disruption.
- A proven path forward: See how Payara Platform Enterprise 5 provides 100% Java EE 8 compliance with no code changes and full support for years.
After the webinar you will know
- What Red Hat ELS-1 really provides: selective security fixes only, no new features, no certifications, rising costs and accumulating technical debt
- The financial and operational impact of remaining on JBoss EAP 7 through 2027 and beyond
- How migration options compare, including the risks and effort of moving to JBoss EAP 8 versus safer alternatives
- How Payara Platform Enterprise 5 delivers 100% Java EE 8 compliance with no code changes and full support for years.
Expert knowledge for….
- IT decision-makers & CIOs who need to understand the financial and operational impact of staying on JBoss EAP 7 versus transitioning to safer alternatives.
- Enterprise architects & senior developers who evaluate migration paths, compatibility requirements and long-term maintainability of Java EE, Jakarta EE and other enterprise Java systems.
- Platform & operations teams who are responsible for keeping mission-critical enterprise Java applications secure, supported and compliant.
- Organizations running large and long-lived enterprise Java systems especially those balancing business continuity, regulatory demands and modernization pressure while managing rising support costs.
Our expert
Louise Castens
Louise Castens is the Head of Product at Payara, bringing over 15 years of experience in product management. She excels at guiding product strategies, developing cloud-native Java solutions like Payara Qube, and driving innovation. Louise is recognized for delivering business value, overseeing platform roadmaps, and actively sharing her expertise at industry events.
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