- Execute an old operating system like Windows 10 could soon pose cybersecurity problems
- The upgrade could reveal software compatibility problems, report notes
- The clock is now checking to avoid a Windows 11 migration precipitated
New research has discovered some of the finest details on the reasons why many companies are always cautious about their approach to the migration of Windows 11, security threats and financial impacts prove to be major obstacles.
The Panasonic report has found almost two thirds (62%) of the devices must be replaced or upgraded for the compatibility of Windows 11, highlighting the extent of the problem – a figure that increases to 76% among large organizations with more than 5,000 employees.
However, despite the concerns related to migration, the study says that many organizations still recognize the advantages of upgrading Windows 10 and older operating systems.
Companies still have concerns about upgrading windows
Panasonic noted that 94% fear risks of ransomware and malware if they are not upgraded, 93% are also concerned about data violations. But two overall costs out of three noted overall associated with migration to Windows 11, with 55% indicating that it could add to cybersecurity expenses.
Almost half has also noted software compatibility problems (47%) and the loss of productivity during downtime (45%), and for many (25%), hardware upgrades are delivered with software upgrades, aggravating the financial impact of upgrades to the operating system.
However, with Microsoft believing that ESU could cost around £ 320,000 over three years per 1,000 aircraft, the need to upgrade is clear.
About a third acknowledges that upgrade will give them better performance and treatment power (36%), a future evidence ecosystem (36%) and access to AI features like Microsoft Copilot (34%).
Panasonic Toughbook Europe’s marketing manager, Chris Turner, commented: “The window closes so that organizations are a well -planned, measured and profitable transition to Windows 11 and start to unlock its advantages.”
“Organizations which must still undertake the migration of Windows 11 need support to ensure that their deployment is not precipitated and risky,” added Turner.
