Workshop – New features in HCL Domino and Notes 14.5
With Domino and Notes 14.5, HCL is committed to continuous development – in the areas of security, administration, integration, and AI. This compact, practical seminar provides a comprehensive overview of all the key new features in version 14.5.
Participants will learn about the technical and functional changes, gain insights into the new Domino AI engine, improved security mechanisms such as passkey authentication and OIDC, as well as new administration and deployment functions. Particular emphasis will be placed on changes relevant to practical application for administrators, developers, and decision-makers.
At the end of the training, participants will be able to evaluate the most important new features, assess their relevance to their own infrastructure, and make targeted preparations for the upgrade to version 14.5.
target audience
This seminar is aimed at HCL Domino administrators, developers, and IT decision-makers who want to familiarize themselves with the new features of Domino and Notes 14.5 at an early stage. It is relevant for anyone preparing upgrade decisions, modernizing existing environments, or wanting to use new functions effectively in practice.
Content
Overview of HCL Domino and Notes 14.5
- Version strategy and release cycle
New features for administrators
- Enhancements to the DBMT tool
- Optimizations in the installation process and backup handling
Security features in 14.5
- Passkey authentication and FIDO metadata
- Recent improvements to OIDC and NRPC encryption
Improvements in the mail and calendar area
- New features in Notes 14.5
- OnTime integration and external calendar invitations
Introduction to the Domino AI Engine
- Technological overview and application scenarios
- Outlook on AI-powered features with Domino IQ
Upgrade preparation and recommendations for action
- Best practices for planning and execution
- Tools and resources for a smooth migration
This training provides a concise overview of all relevant new features in HCL Domino and Notes 14.5. Participants receive concrete recommendations for evaluating and implementing an upgrade in their own infrastructure.
Prerequisite:
No prior knowledge is required to participate. Basic experience with HCL Domino or Notes is advantageous, but not mandatory.
Features
- Available as an online course.

