Windows 10 support ends on 14 October 2025 Find out how to migrate your organisation to Windows 11 securely, efficiently, and step by step—with expert guidance, tools, and support from ARP.

Windows 10 is approaching end-of-life – How can you ensure a smooth transition to Windows 11?

For many IT departments, it’s a familiar challenge—an operating system reaches the end of its lifecycle, and a new migration project begins. This time, it’s Windows 10. From 14 October 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide free security updates. Although that date may seem distant, it’s wise to start preparing now—not to create urgency, but to stay in control of what’s ahead.

What does end of support mean in practice?

Once support ends, Windows 10 devices will no longer receive security updates. This leaves systems vulnerable to cyber threats and may compromise compliance with regulations such as the GDPR. For many organisations, this marks the moment to begin planning their move to Windows 11. However, not every organisation is ready to migrate at the same time, and that’s perfectly understandable. With daily tasks already demanding attention, migration planning can be difficult to prioritise. That’s why it’s important to understand your options and how to manage the transition at your own pace.

Windows 11 – More than just a successor

Migrating to Windows 11 doesn’t have to be a burden. In fact, it presents an opportunity to modernise your workplace environment. Windows 11 offers enhanced security by default and integrates seamlessly with modern management and deployment tools such as Microsoft Intune, Autopatch, and Autopilot.

End users also benefit from faster boot times and more intuitive multitasking to new AI-powered features via Copilot+ PCs. The result? A more efficient, secure, and user-friendly experience, without the need for major changes.

What if migrating now isn’t feasible?

Not every organisation can or wants to migrate immediately. Some systems may not yet be compatible, or budget constraints may delay the transition. In such cases, Extended Security Updates (ESU) offer a temporary solution. For a fee, ESU allows organisations to continue receiving security updates for Windows 10 for up to three years beyond October 2025. This provides valuable time to prepare the migration carefully or to phase it in, for example by upgrading devices already compatible with Windows 11 and addressing others later.

How ARP supports your migration

At ARP, we understand the demands a migration places on IT teams. It’s not something you simply add to your daily workload. That’s why we work with you to assess what’s needed, what’s already possible, and how to make the process as simple and manageable as possible. We begin with a clear overview of which devices are still running Windows 10, which are ready for Windows 11, and what users need to do to work effectively. Based on this, we advise on suitable hardware tailored to roles, workstyles, and IT policies. We then support your rollout using smart tools like Windows Autopilot, which automatically configures new devices based on user roles. We also assist with setting up user profiles, policy configurations, and security rules via Microsoft Intune, keeping IT in control while enabling staff to get started quickly. And if you don’t yet have full visibility of your IT environment, we begin with an inventory, giving you a clear starting point and a logical path forward.
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Get in touch with Niels Pauel, Team Lead, Outside Sales.

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