DOCS-679 - Kanso opt-out GA (#5061)

* Kanso - New UI default

* Update 2025-02-21-ui.md

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* Update blog-service/2025-02-21-ui.md

* Rename 2025-02-21-ui.md to 2025-02-24-ui.md

Update release date per @kevin-sumo

* Rename 2025-02-24-ui.md to 2025-03-03-ui.md

* Change release note date to March 5 2025

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Co-authored-by: John Pipkin (Sumo Logic) <[email protected]>

Author: kimsauce

blog-service/2025-03-05-ui.md

@@ -0,0 +1,34 @@
+---
+title: New UI Becomes the Default Experience at Sign-in (User Interface)
+image: https://help.sumologic.com/img/sumo-square.png
+keywords:
+  - ui
+  - navigation
+hide_table_of_contents: true    
+---
+
+import useBaseUrl from '@docusaurus/useBaseUrl';
+
+<a href="https://help.sumologic.com/release-notes-service/rss.xml"><img src={useBaseUrl('img/release-notes/rss-orange2.png')} alt="icon" width="50"/></a>
+
+We’re excited to announce the next milestone in our transition to the New UI. Starting today, the New UI will become the default experience when you sign in to Sumo Logic.
+
+The Classic UI will be retired in 2025. The exact date will be communicated closer to the transition. To ensure you have access to the latest features, performance improvements, and innovations, we encourage you to start using the New UI as soon as possible.
+
+## What’s changing?
+
+* **New UI by default**. You will automatically log into the New UI when signing in.  
+* **Temporary opt-out**. If your org was created before this change, you can switch back to the Classic UI, and future logins will remember your preference.  
+* **New orgs use only the new UI**. If your org was created after this change, the Classic UI will not be available.  
+* **MSSP exception**. If your org was created through a parent org, you can still switch to the Classic UI.
+
+## Improvements since initial release
+
+Here's what's changed since the [last rollout](/release-notes-service/2024/12/31/#september-19-2024-user-interface).
+
+* **Faster navigation and performance**. Improved menu loading, collapsible and resizable subnavigation, and persistent menu state across tabs.  
+* **More intuitive workflows**. Open/duplicate log searches, drill into Favorites folders, and set a preference to open menu items in new tabs.  
+* **New features and enhancements**. Improved keyboard navigation and UI refinements.  
+* **Bug fixes**. Improved org switcher, Library search fixes, and other minor UI updates.
+
+[Learn more](/docs/get-started/sumo-logic-ui).

docs/get-started/sumo-logic-ui-classic.md

@@ -7,14 +7,16 @@ description: Get to know the Sumo Logic platform user interface.
 
 import useBaseUrl from '@docusaurus/useBaseUrl';
 
-:::warning Transition to the New UI
-The Classic UI will be retired in early 2025. To ensure you have access to the latest features and updates, we recommend transitioning to the [Sumo Logic New UI](/docs/get-started/sumo-logic-ui) at your earliest convenience.
-:::
-
 This page provides an overview of the Sumo Logic Classic UI, designed to help you navigate and utilize its features effectively.
 
 <img src={useBaseUrl('img/get-started/overview-classic-ui.png')} alt="Overview screenshot of the Classic UI" style={{border: '1px solid gray'}} width="800" />
 
+The Classic UI will be retired in 2025 and will no longer receive updates. The exact date will be communicated closer to the transition. For the latest features, performance improvements, and future innovations, switch to the [New UI](/docs/get-started/sumo-logic-ui) as soon as possible.
+
+## Switching between the Classic and New UI
+
+If you're using the New UI and need to navigate back to the Classic UI, click the **Return to classic UI** option in the left navigation menu. And to switch back to the New UI, follow the same steps, selecting **Switch to New UI** instead.
+
 ## Using the left navigation bar
 
 When you first log in, you'll land on the Sumo Logic Home page. The left nav menu bar is a one-stop location where you can access the following:
@@ -30,8 +32,7 @@ The left nav bar provides easy access to libraries, personal collections of das
 
 ### Search and switch browsing modes
 
-The top of the left nav bar is where you can search for content and
-users and easily switch browsing modes. 
+The top of the left nav bar is where you can search for content and users and easily switch browsing modes. 
 
 * Searching—Enter text in the **Search** field to quickly find apps, dashboards, searches, and users. 
 * Switching browsing modes—Click the three-dot kebab icon and make a selection from the dropdown menu.<br/> ![TUI_Search_Details.png](/img/get-started/ui/TUI_Search_Details.png)

docs/get-started/sumo-logic-ui.md

@@ -6,7 +6,7 @@ description: Get to know the Sumo Logic platform user interface.
 ---
 
 <!--
-When officially GA'd (est. Nov 2024):
+When officially GA'd (est. Apr-Aug 2025):
 retire the Classic UI version
 add back this opening paragraph: Our [Quickstart](/docs/get-started/quickstart) introduced you to the process of getting data into Sumo Logic, searching and analyzing your data, and then sharing your findings with your colleagues.
 -->
@@ -16,23 +16,17 @@ import Iframe from 'react-iframe';
 
 This guide will help you get started with the new and improved Sumo Logic user interface, designed for faster speed and a more intuitive experience.
 
-<img src={useBaseUrl('img/get-started/overview-new-ui.png')} alt="Overview screenshot example Classic UI" style={{border: '1px solid gray'}} width="800" />
+<img src={useBaseUrl('img/get-started/overview-new-ui.png')} alt="Overview screenshot example New UI" style={{border: '1px solid gray'}} width="800" />
 
 With the new UI, you'll benefit from:
 
-* Unified experience across operational and security analytics products.
-* Faster load times with enhanced caching.
-* Stateful URLs that save your session and position when you log back in.
-* Use-case-driven navigation to help you quickly find the features you need.
-
-For a detailed list of updates, [view the release notes](/release-notes-service/2024/12/31/#february-23-2024-user-interface).
-
-## Opt in
-
-To opt in the new UI, log in to Sumo Logic, go to the Classic UI left navigation panel and click **Switch to New UI**.<br/><img src={useBaseUrl('img/get-started/switch-new-ui.png')} alt="switch-new-ui.png" width="250"/>
+* **Everything in one place**. Unified experience across operational and security analytics products, so you don’t have to switch between different interfaces.
+* **Accelerate your work**. Faster load times and improved caching mean less waiting and more doing.
+* **Pick up where you left off**. Stateful URLs automatically save your session, making it easy to resume work after logging in.
+* **Find what you need instantly**. Use-case-driven navigation helps you locate key features without digging through menus.
 
 :::sumo quickstart
-Check out this overview video to get familiar with the New UI.
+Watch this quick overview video to explore the key features of the New UI.
 
 <Iframe url="https://fast.wistia.net/embed/iframe/ydmxwi7ndm?web_component=true&seo=true&videoFoam=false"
   width="854px"
@@ -58,7 +52,12 @@ Check out this overview video to get familiar with the New UI.
         allowfullscreen
         />
 -->  
-:::   
+:::
+
+:::warning Classic UI retirement notice
+The Classic UI will be retired in 2025 and will no longer receive updates. The exact date will be communicated closer to the transition. For the best experience, we strongly recommend using the New UI. Need to reference the old interface? See the [Classic UI documentation](/docs/get-started/sumo-logic-ui-classic).
+:::
+
 
 ## Home
 
@@ -254,7 +253,7 @@ The disparate user interface and varying navigation patterns among Log Analytics
 
 The current information architecture and navigation system have not effectively showcased useful functionalities to users. It's structured around tools like Traces, Log Search, and Metric Search rather than focusing on user-centric use cases. This places a burden on users to discover these functionalities.
 
-In-app tabs present performance and usability challenges since they all operate within a single browser tab. These tabs disrupt native browser navigation features like the back button and tab grouping. The **New UI** navigation lets you leverage native browser capabilities and customize tab organization according to your preferences.
+In-app tabs present performance and usability challenges since they all operate within a single browser tab. These tabs disrupt native browser navigation features like the back button and tab grouping. The New UI navigation lets you leverage native browser capabilities and customize tab organization according to your preferences.
 </details>
 
 <details>
@@ -283,44 +282,34 @@ We understand that the removal of in-app tabs in the New UI is a significant cha
 <details>
 <summary><strong>Q:</strong> Will the New UI retain the Classic UI feature of remembering previously opened tabs from my previous session?</summary>
 
-After analyzing tab usage data, we've found that a minimal portion of previously opened tabs are actively utilized by our users. Consequently, the Sumo Logic UI often remains cluttered with multiple unused tabs. With the introduction of the **New UI** experience, if you fail to close browser tabs from previous sessions, they will automatically reload upon login.
+After analyzing tab usage data, we've found that a minimal portion of previously opened tabs are actively utilized by our users. Consequently, the Sumo Logic UI often remains cluttered with multiple unused tabs. With the introduction of the New UI experience, if you fail to close browser tabs from previous sessions, they will automatically reload upon login.
 
 <img src={useBaseUrl('img/get-started/tab-reload.gif')} alt="tab-reload.gif" />
 
 Moreover, we've made the **Recents** feature more prominent in the navigation bar and plan to extend it to other content types which will make it easier for users to open recently opened tabs.
 </details>
 
 <details>
-<summary><strong>Q:</strong> If I opt in to the New UI, will I lose access to the Classic UI?</summary>
-
-No, opting for the **New UI** won't lock you out of the old interface. You'll have the flexibility to switch between the two experiences directly within the UI.
+<summary><strong>Q:</strong> How do I access the Classic UI?</summary>
 
-Once the feature flag is enabled, all organization users will see a **Switch to New UI** option in the left navigation menu. Clicking on this button allows users to opt into the **New UI**. Once opted in, the system will remember the preference, redirecting old URLs to their corresponding new ones. Consequently, subsequent logins will automatically direct users to the **New UI**.
-</details>
+The New UI is the future of Sumo Logic, offering better performance, easier navigation, and exclusive new features. While we understand that transitions take time, we strongly recommend using the New UI for the best experience.
 
-<details>
-<summary><strong>Q:</strong> How do I opt out of the New UI?</summary>
+If you switch back to the Classic UI, you will not have access to:
+* Faster load times and improved performance.
+* New UI enhancements and upcoming feature releases.
+* Stateful URLs that save your session and make sharing easier.
+* More intuitive navigation for faster workflows.
 
-You have the flexibility to opt out whenever you choose. Just go to left navigation menu of the **New UI** and click the **Return to Classic UI** option. Once you've switched back to the **Classic UI**, all subsequent sessions will default to the **Classic UI** experience.
+The Classic UI will be retired in 2025 and will no longer receive updates. The exact date will be communicated closer to the transition. If you still need to access it temporarily, select **Return to classic UI** from the left navigation menu.
 
 <img src={useBaseUrl('img/get-started/return-to-classic.png')} alt="return-to-classic.png" width="200"/>
 
-We highly encourage you to begin transitioning to the New UI for the latest features and updates.
-
-</details>
-
-<details>
-<summary><strong>Q:</strong> When will Sumo Logic remove access to the Classic UI?</summary>
+We encourage you to stay in the New UI and take advantage of its benefits!
 
-Our goal is to turn off access to the Classic UI in the first half of 2025. However, this timeline is subject to change and will be determined by new UI adoption rates.
 </details>
 
 ## Get support
 
-Contact [Support](https://support.sumologic.com/) or head to our [Sumo Logic Slack](https://sumodojo.slack.com/) channel.
+For questions or issues, contact [Support](https://support.sumologic.com/) or join our [Sumo Logic Slack](https://sumodojo.slack.com/) channel.
 
 Have feedback? Send it to [our UX Team](mailto:[email protected]).
-
-## Legacy UI
-
-If you're looking for information on our legacy UI, which will be deprecated in early 2025, see [Tour the Sumo Logic Classic UI](/docs/get-started/sumo-logic-ui-classic).