100 Days Left: Windows 10 End of Life Is Coming — Is Your Business Ready?

In just 100 days—on October 14, 2025—Microsoft will officially end support for Windows 10.

For many businesses, this change will have a direct impact on security, compliance, and operations. If your team is still using Windows 10, now is the time to act.

Solve-IT is here to help you understand what this means, why it matters, and how to prepare before it’s too late.

What Does Windows 10 “End of Life” Mean?

After October 14, Windows 10 will no longer receive:

• Security updates and vulnerability patches

• Bug fixes or technical support from Microsoft

• Compatibility improvements with new hardware or software

This leaves systems running Windows 10 unsupported and increasingly vulnerable—a major issue for any business that relies on its devices daily.

Why Your Business Should Be Concerned

Security risks: Unsupported systems are magnets for cybercriminals. With no future updates, vulnerabilities in Windows 10 will go unpatched and unprotected.

Compliance breaches: Many industries must meet strict data protection standards. Continuing to run Windows 10 after EOL could violate regulations like GDPR, Cyber Essentials, or ISO 27001.

Downtime and instability: Applications and hardware will gradually stop working reliably with an outdated operating system, leading to workflow disruptions and IT headaches.

Can You Upgrade to Windows 11?

That depends on your devices. Windows 11 has stricter hardware requirements than Windows 10. Many older PCs won’t be compatible—and continuing to use them beyond October could put your business at risk.

Now is the time to assess:

• Which devices are eligible for upgrade

• Which need to be replaced

• What steps are required to ensure a smooth transition

How Solve-IT Can Help

Solve-IT specialises in guiding businesses through transitions like this with minimal disruption. Our team offers:

• A full audit of your Windows 10 devices

• Compatibility checks for Windows 11

• Hardware procurement and upgrade planning

• Seamless, scheduled deployment with little or no downtime

• Ongoing IT support to keep everything running smoothly

We can also help you strengthen cybersecurity during the transition and ensure compliance with relevant standards.

Don’t Wait Until the Last Minute

100 days can go by quickly—and the closer we get to the deadline, the greater the risk of delays, stock shortages, or rushed decisions. Now is the smart time to take action.

Let Solve-IT help you get ahead of the curve and ensure your business is ready well before October 14.