INTRODUCTION
TestRail 10.1.2 introduces expanded Smart Archiving controls that directly impact enterprise QA governance. This update gives administrators more control over how Test Runs and Test Plans are closed and archived across large environments.
For enterprise teams, this is about performance, audit readiness, and reporting accuracy. As test data grows across programs, lifecycle control becomes critical to maintain system usability and ensure traceability for release decisions.
EXTENDED AUTO-CLOSE WINDOWS FOR TEST RUNS AND PLANS
TestRail now supports longer timeframes before automatic closure, including 270 days and 365 days:
- Align test lifecycle with audit cycles and warranty periods
- Keep execution data active for extended validation timelines
- Reduce manual intervention in long-running release programs
Enterprise value:
- Supports regulatory audits that require extended evidence availability
- Maintains clarity on execution status across multi-quarter releases
- Reduces risk during defect investigations tied to older releases
Operational impact:
- Release managers maintain consistent run visibility across sprints
- Teams avoid manual reopening or tracking of historical runs
- Better coordination across UAT delays and dependency-driven retesting
EXTENDED AUTO-ARCHIVE WINDOWS FOR PERFORMANCE AND REPORTING
New archiving options include 180 days and 270 days, allowing better control of active workspace size:
- Retain recent execution history for operational insights
- Move older data out of active views to maintain performance
