Installation Planning

Installation Planning

Before installing BrM for the first time, agencies must consider a number of options for the deployment of the software. Planning the software installation is a critical step. BrM as a product is comprised of two separate parts: the installed BrM software and the BrM database. Each piece must be installed and configured properly in order for BrM to fully function. BrM is considered to be a data-driven application, meaning that the actual software relies on values in the database for much of its functionality.

BrM is usually installed in two phases: database and software. In many cases the database already supports BrM and only needs to be upgraded to accommodate a new release. Scripts are provided to build a database from
scratch. The installer does not install database software by default.

More detailed information regarding setting up the database can be found in the BrM Database Migration Guide.

You can upgrade straight to BrM 7.1 from BrM 6.7.1 or any previous BrM 7.X version. Note that, because BrM 7.X is a major update, the BrM Task Force is requesting that agencies have a closer involvement with the contractor so that intricacies with the transition and data migration are fully understood. The contractor is ready to support each licensee with its install, setup, and eventual usage of BrM 71. We understand the uniqueness of each state, especially in regard to data, and strongly recommend that you reach out for help before attempting the migration. The data migration logic is based on Federal Highway Administration guidance and in-depth knowledge of how licensees use BrM, but it is not “one size fits all” and it is expected that agencies will need assistance or have questions. Due to the vast differences in how each agency manages their data, completing the data migration without contractor support could lead to situations of unexpected or incorrectly migrated data. Please contact Customer Support to initiate a conversation about migration, or for any other needs, through JIRA service management (https://support.mayvue.com/) or by emailing support@mayvue.com.