Sync Configuration - FX25R2 vs FX26R1

This topic compares how mobile sync configuration works in FieldFX FX25R2 and FX26R1.

FX26R1 introduces a redesigned configuration model that separates sync profile setup from data assignment, enabling more flexible control over mobile data access.

Overview of Changes

In FX25R2, mobile sync configuration is primarily managed through sync profiles and legacy assignment mechanisms.

In FX26R1, mobile sync configuration is divided into:

Sync Profile Manager — defines available data and features
Sync Configurations — assigns data access to users
SyncLink — supports flexible relationships across objects

This change improves scalability and simplifies administration.

Comparison Table

Table 1. Comparison Table
Capability	FX25R2	FX26R1
Primary Admin Tool	Sync Profile Manager (early version) and Sync Profile Wizard	Sync Profile Manager V2 with Admin Portal integration
Mobile App Support	New FieldFX Mobile app supported via Sync Profile Manager	Same, with expanded capabilities and clearer separation from legacy tools
Legacy Mobile Support	Sync Profile Wizard	Sync Profile Wizard (unchanged, still used for legacy app)
Configuration Model	Profile-based configuration with limited assignment flexibility	Separation of profile (capability) and configuration (assignment)
Data Assignment Method	Sync Assignment tied to specific objects (for example, Jobs)	Sync Configurations that generate SyncLink records
Object Support	Jobs and Price Books (primary use cases)	Jobs, Price Books, and Work Orders
Work Order Support	Not explicitly supported through sync configuration	Fully supported through profile and configuration settings
Layout Management	Layouts available but limited or partially functional	Layouts fully integrated into sync profiles and used in mobile output )
User Assignment	Manual or indirect assignment through profile usage	Direct assignment using sync configuration UI with user selection and filters
Filtering Criteria	Standard field filtering	Standard and custom field filtering (requires matching API names)
Time-Based Access	Not available	Effective and expiration dates for sync configurations
Multi-User Assignment	Limited and manual	Bulk user selection using filters (for example, Office or other criteria)
Preview Before Save	Not available	Configuration preview before creation
Data Model	Sync Assignment (master-detail limitations)	SyncLink model supporting flexible relationships
Admin Experience	Distributed across multiple setup areas	Centralized in Sync Profile Manager and configuration tools
Admin Portal Integration	Limited visibility	Dedicated shortcut and dashboard integration

Key Differences

The most significant changes in FX26R1 include:

Table 2. Key Differences
Separation of configuration layers:	Sync profiles define what data is available Sync configurations define who receives the data
Introduction of SyncLink:	Removes limitations of earlier assignment models Enables support for additional object types
Expanded flexibility:	Time-based access control Custom field filtering Bulk user assignment
Improved usability:	Centralized configuration tools Integrated Admin Portal access Preview before saving configurations

When to Use Each Version Approach

Table 3. When to Use
Use Case	Recommended Version Approach
Managing legacy FieldFX Mobile web app	Continue using Sync Profile Wizard
Configuring new FieldFX Mobile app (basic setup)	FX25R2 Sync Profile Manager
Configuring advanced mobile sync behavior	FX26R1 Sync Profile Manager + Sync Configurations
Assigning dynamic or temporary data access	FX26R1 only
Working with Work Orders in mobile	FX26R1 only

Summary

FX26R1 introduces a more flexible and scalable approach to mobile sync configuration by:

Separating profile configuration from data assignment
Introducing a new data model (SyncLink)
Expanding support for objects and filtering
Centralizing the admin experience

These enhancements provide greater control over mobile data synchronization and reduce the complexity of managing sync behavior across users and data sets.