Alexander Graham Bell once said, “Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.” For business and IT leaders, now is the time to prepare for 2025 to ensure your organization will excel in the new year.
A vital part of that planning process should be getting ready for the end of support for Windows 10. Microsoft has announced plans to terminate support for Windows 10 after October 14, 2025. While that deadline is still nearly a year away, it’s wise to assess its impact on your business now and allow as much time as possible to replace or upgrade any affected devices and systems to avoid disruptions, downtime, and security issues.
What happens after Windows 10 is no longer supported?
Although PCS, laptops and other devices and systems running Windows 10 will still function after the end of support date, Microsoft will cease providing the following:
- Free software updates via Windows update
- Security fixes
- Technical support
Subsequently, continuing to rely on the unsupported operating system could have a detrimental effect on productivity and efficiency. You’ll also be more vulnerable to cyberattacks due to the lack of patching and updates.
How to prepare for Windows 10 end of life
Our trusted technology advisors are well-versed in Windows and can craft a game plan based on your organization’s unique needs and goals. We can help with all of the following.
1. Hardware replacement and renewals.
Our team can procure laptops, desktops, and servers from our partners. As a trusted partner, we can obtain discounts for your business from these suppliers.
- Dell
- HP
- Lenovo
If you prefer to keep your current devices, we can assist with renewals.
2. Application upgrades
We can also ensure that all your vital business applications are up-to-date and ready for Windows 11. Upgrading everything can take time, so now is the time to start.
3. Avaya IP Office upgrades.
If your company has an older Avaya IP Office release (IP Office R11.1 FP1 or less), we strongly recommend upgrading your phone system to the latest release and running the application on Windows 11 for optimal performance and security. We can also help you migrate your phone system to the cloud.
4. License procurement and management.
We can obtain and manage licenses for Microsoft 365 and other applications. Our team can also assist with
- Free Microsoft license audits to cut costs
- New Microsoft licensing strategy
- Teams licensing and voice enablement
Reaching out to us can help you understand new licensing strategies, learn more about new Teams licensing, and find out how to use Microsoft for your phone system.
Start today by calling 877-599-3999 or emailing sales@stratospherenetworks.com to connect with our team of technology advisors and Microsoft experts.
