The real cost of delaying your Windows 10 Upgrade

If your business still uses Windows 10, you’re running out of time.  On October 14, 2025, Microsoft will cease to support it. That means no more security updates, no more bug fixes, and no more help if things break.

Many small businesses are ignoring this deadline. That’s a mistake. Waiting will cost you more than just an upgrade.

1. No Security Means You’re On Your Own

Hackers target old systems. Without updates, every new threat becomes your problem.
A single breach could shut down your business or result in thousands of dollars in costs.

2. Apps and Devices Will Stop Working

Most business software is dropping support for Windows 10.
Printers, scanners, and security tools may also fail.
That “we’ll fix it later” attitude could bring your work to a stop mid-project.

3. Old Systems Slow You Down

Slow computers waste time. Crashes kill momentum.
If each employee loses 15 minutes a day, how much are you paying for that delay?

4. Emergency Fixes Always Cost More

Waiting until the last minute means:

• Rushed hardware orders

• Emergency IT fees

• Work disruptions

Planning now avoids panic later.

5. You May Be Breaking the Rules

If you handle sensitive data or follow rules such as HIPAA or PCI-DSS, using unsupported systems puts you at legal risk.
Come October, Windows 10 won’t meet those standards.

What Smart Business Owners Are Doing

They’re using this transition to check which devices need replacing, clean up unused apps, improve security, and plan 2025 budgets around tech that works.

What You Should Do Today

1. Check compatibility: Not all PCs can run Windows 11. Find out what needs replacing.

2. Audit your apps: Make sure your software works on newer systems.

3. Buy hardware early: Supply chains still have delays.

4. Get IT help: A good partner will upgrade your system without downtime.

Don’t Wait for a Deadline to Panic

You can plan now or pay more later.  We help businesses upgrade the right way: on time, under control, and with zero stress.

Book a FREE Cybersecurity & Network Check-Up
We’ll show you what to upgrade, what can wait, and how to stay ahead of October’s deadline.