Core update review
Drupal core updates and larger jumps are checked for compatibility, dependencies, and release notes before rollout.
Drupal maintenance
Smaller non-core version bumps should stay routine. Drupal core updates, larger jumps, Composer constraints, and configuration changes get closer review before they reach production.
Drupal maintenance is not just clicking update. The risk sits in core changes, dependencies, custom code, and configuration, so the workflow separates routine module work from updates that need a staged check.
Drupal core updates and larger jumps are checked for compatibility, dependencies, and release notes before rollout.
Updates are planned around Composer constraints instead of forcing packages blindly.
Important forms, checkout paths, login, and editor workflows can be tested after maintenance.