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Question: Is Relativity Server Shutting Down in 2027?

Answer: No. As we discussed in our previous blog, Relativity Server is not shutting down.

After December 31, 2027:

• New matters cannot be initiated on Relativity Server
• Existing matters will continue to be supported
• There is no requirement to migrate active cases
• Relativity Server will still be a supported platform for existing cases post-2027

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This is a restriction on new case creation, not a platform shutdown.

Question: What Does “No New Cases After 2027” Mean for eDiscovery Teams?

Answer: For legal teams using Relativity Server, the 2027 milestone primarily impacts future matters, not current litigation or investigations.

Organizations should begin evaluating:

• Where new cases will be initiated after 2027

• Whether to adopt RelativityOne for future matters

• How to structure a hybrid eDiscovery environment

This is a multi-year planning opportunity — not an immediate migration requirement.

Question: Do We Need to Migrate from Relativity Server to RelativityOne Now?

Answer: No immediate migration is required.

However, many organizations are beginning to explore Relativity Server future-matter planning to ensure future cases are aligned with long-term strategy, budget cycles, and security requirements.

A thoughtful migration strategy often includes:

• • Continuing to support active matters on Relativity Server

  • Launching new matters in RelativityOne

  • Operating in a hybrid environment during transition

Question: What Is a Hybrid eDiscovery Environment?

Answer: A hybrid eDiscovery environment allows organizations to operate both Relativity Server and RelativityOne strategically.

For example:

• Existing matters remain in Relativity Server

• New matters are launched in RelativityOne

• Workflows are designed to maintain defensibility and operational continuity

Hybrid models are increasingly common as organizations transition toward cloud-based eDiscovery platforms.

Question: How Does Relativity Server Pricing Change in 2026?

Answer: Relativity has announced that effective April 1, 2026, Relativity Server pricing will adjust to reflect the cost and complexity of supporting both Server and RelativityOne environments.

Pricing adjustments:

• Vary by organization

• Align to cloud adoption progress

• Are available through Relativity Account Executives

This reinforces the importance of proactive Relativity Server planning ahead of 2027.

Question: How Is Array Positioned to Support Relativity Server and RelativityOne?

Answer: Array is uniquely positioned to guide organizations through Relativity Server 2027 planning:

• Approximately 75% of Array-managed data already resides in RelativityOne

• Proven experience supporting hybrid Relativity environments

• Active RelativityOne instances in the U.S., Canada, UK, and Germany

• Competitive RelativityOne pricing negotiated to support client flexibility

• Ongoing alignment with Relativity’s roadmap and platform timelines

This depth of experience allows Array to support both near-term Server stability and long-term RelativityOne strategy.

Question: What Is Array's Server Readiness & Options Review?

Answer: Array’s Server Readiness & Options Review is an advisory assessment designed to help organizations:

• Understand how Relativity’s 2027 update applies to their environment

• Evaluate future matter planning strategies

• Explore hybrid eDiscovery strategies

• Align technical decisions with budget and operational realities

The focus is clarity — not pressure.

Question: When Should Organizations Begin Planning for Relativity Server 2027?

Answer: Now.

Not because immediate action is required — but because early planning provides flexibility.

Organizations that begin evaluating options now can:

• • Avoid rushed decisions

  • Manage pricing impacts

  • Align vendor strategy

  • Preserve defensibility and operational continuity

Final Takeaway: Relativity Server After 2027

Relativity Server is not ending in 2027 — but the ability to initiate new cases will change.

Legal teams that approach this as a strategic planning milestone — rather than a forced move out of Relativity Server [CF4] — will maintain control over both technology and vendor decisions.

If you’d like guidance specific to your Relativity Server environment, Array’s Server Readiness & Options Review is designed to provide practical clarity and a forward-looking plan.