Typically - we send out an email to SW users informing them of an update in their software so that we can schedule a time to update their system. Our question: Is there any way to block a user from using an older version if they don't contact IT for an update?
Yes, they'll call IT soon when they can't open any 'future version' files.
They can continue to use the old software, but unless they are working solely by themselves they will have to use "future version" files as some point. That will force them to upgrade.
If files are shared on network location, set a date to migrate them to newer version.
You'l be really busy after that Make a backup before migrate.
It is best practice to migrate template and toolbox to new version.
Good answers everyone and thank you very much. I am with IT but asked my #1 SW why he wanted this solution. He told me that when he creates files (with the newest version), other users within the company call and ask him to save it for them in a different version. I told him to tell the other people no and to call IT for a time to update. I think he will do this.
Once again - - thank you to everyone for the quick responses to my query. It is much appreciated.
Just run a scheduled task that updates all their files to the latest version. They'll give you a call...