How to get package management utilities like "gpk-update-viewer" in RHEL7?

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Issue

  • After upgrade to RHEL7.2 missing Gnome update viewer(gpk-update-viewer). There is no icon to search for software or update installed software.
  • Missing Gnome software installation and update icon under "Applications > System Tools".
  • Gnome software and software update not showing in RHEL7.
  • Gnome Software Update under System Menu not showing after recent update.
  • After RHEL7.2 update, missing menu items for Gnome software update.

Environment

  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7

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