Windows 10 End of Life Is Approaching and Why Acting Now is Critical

Published: 05/07/2025

Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. With this deadline approaching, enterprise IT leaders must proactively prepare for the transition to Windows 11 to maintain security, compliance, and operational continuity. For many organizations, upgrading isn’t as simple as installing a new operating system. It often requires a full evaluation of hardware compatibility, lifecycle strategies, and cost-effective upgrade paths.

Why is Acting Now Critical?

1. Security Risks

Once support ends, Windows 10 will no longer receive security updates and patches, leaving organizations vulnerable to cyberattacks and compliance risks

2. Hardware Compatibility Challenges

Windows 11 has more stringent hardware requirements. Older devices may not be compatible, forcing organizations to make decisions about device upgrades or replacements

3. Cost and Resource Planning

Delaying upgrades can lead to unexpected costs and resource strain. Planning ahead allows for phased rollouts and better budget allocation.

PlanITROI Can Help You Prepare:

1. Secure Data Destruction

Certified data wiping, transparent reporting, and responsible recycling.

2. Maximizing Value from End-of-Life Devices

Resale through several e-commerce channels including eBay, BestBuy, Staples, Backmarket, Target, and many more.

3. Sustainable IT Asset Lifecycle Management

Device reuse and recirculation aligned with ESG goals – Your nothing could be someone else’s everything.

4. Compliance Assurance

Adherence to industry regulations: R2v3, ISO, NAID AAA, NIST, etc.

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late

Transitioning from Windows 10 to Windows 11 requires thoughtful planning to avoid last-minute panic and unexpected costs. PlanITROI is equipped to help organizations navigate this transition while maximizing the financial and environmental value of their existing IT assets. Contact us today at info@planitroi.com to learn more!

About PlanITROI

We are driven to change the world by disrupting how Enterprises, Education & Government Institutes, OEMs, Retailers, Resellers, Leasing companies and Nonprofits make decisions on the best place for their retired or returned assets to go next. PlanITROI’s proven and guaranteed process of resale of our clients’ products direct to the next user with phenomenal customer service and typically, longer warranties than brand new assets, guarantees the most secure and highest recovery for all types of computing, mobile, infrastructure and consumer electronics.  We are proud to be a key supplier of Recertified assets to Best Buy, Walmart, Amazon, Staples, Office Depot, CDW, Newegg, eBay, Groupon and many others.