UiQ TV: Preparing for Windows 10 End of Support

Prepare your organization for the critical Windows 10 end of support deadline on October 14th, 2025, with expert guidance from Vulcan Billj and Stuart Sims from Ultima.

After this date, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates, bug fixes, or technical support for Windows 10, leaving organizations vulnerable to security threats, compliance violations, and operational risks. With millions of devices still running Windows 10 globally, businesses face a significant challenge: upgrading hardware and software infrastructure while minimizing disruption to productivity.

This UIQ TV session provides IT leaders with a clear action plan for assessing their current Windows estate, understanding Windows 11 hardware requirements, and developing a strategic migration roadmap that balances security, cost, and business continuity.

Join us as we dive into:

• The implications of Windows 10 reaching end of support

• Lessons learned from past OS transitions, like Windows 7 to 10

• Options for upgrading to Windows 11, including in-place upgrades and more

• The potential costs of extended security updates

• Modern management and Windows 365 as alternatives

The discussion addresses critical planning considerations including hardware compatibility assessments, licensing options, deployment methodologies, and available Extended Security Updates (ESU) for organizations unable to complete migrations by the deadline.

Stuart explains how Windows 11’s enhanced security features—including TPM 2.0 requirements, hardware-based isolation, and advanced threat protection—deliver significantly stronger protection against modern cyber threats, making the upgrade essential for business resilience.

Beyond compliance requirements, the Windows 10 end of support presents a strategic opportunity to modernize workplace technology with AI-ready devices like Microsoft Surface, implement zero-trust security architectures, and optimize the employee digital experience. Organizations that approach this transition proactively can transform a compliance mandate into a competitive advantage through improved performance, enhanced security posture, and reduced total cost of ownership.

Whether you’re just beginning to assess your Windows 10 estate or actively planning your Windows 11 migration, this session delivers actionable insights for every stage of the journey. Learn about phased deployment strategies that minimize business disruption, financing options that spread upgrade costs over time, and Ultima’s comprehensive migration services—from initial assessment and device procurement to deployment, user training, and post-migration support.

Organizations must act now to avoid the security risks and potential costs of operating unsupported systems. Discover how strategic planning and expert partnership can turn the Windows 10 end of support deadline into an opportunity for digital workplace transformation.