Don't Forget About Your Meeting Rooms in the Microsoft Windows 10 to 11 upgrade

Microsoft has officially announced the End of Life (EOL) for Windows 10, signaling a pivotal moment for businesses worldwide.  Windows 10 will be reaching End of Life (EOL) on October 14, 2025, so start planning your Microsoft Windows upgrade today!

Windows 10, launched in 2015, has been a reliable operating system for countless businesses, however after October 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide:

• Security Updates: Critical patches to protect against vulnerabilities.
• Technical Support: Assistance for troubleshooting issues.
• Feature Updates: Enhancements that keep your OS competitive and efficient.

Operating on an unsupported OS can expose your business to significant risks, including security breaches, compliance issues, and operational inefficiencies. To avoid disruptions, the time to act is now.

What Does this Mean for Your Microsoft Teams Rooms?

During the transition, Teams Rooms software will support Windows 10 (version 22H2) until the Windows upgrade deadline.

Most Teams Rooms devices have auto-upgraded to Windows 11, but some models (e.g., Lenovo Hub 500, HP Slice G2, HP Elite Slice, Yealink NUC & Crestron Skull Canyon) are incompatible and need replacement.

As a leading video collaboration service provider, here at New Era, we ensure that your transition to Windows 11 is seamless, from assessing device compatibility to managing full-scale refreshes of your collaboration technology.

The Overlooked Part of the Microsoft Windows Upgrade to 11: Meeting Room Tech

Workplace modernisation has made collaboration tools indispensable. Yet, many Teams Rooms devices deployed in 2020-21 may struggle to keep up with the evolving Windows 11 ecosystem and AI-driven features like Copilot for transcription, summarisation, and translation. Ensuring that your meeting room technology is part of your upgrade plan is crucial to:

• Future-Proofing: Keeping your collaboration spaces fully optimised for Windows 11 innovations.
• Maximising Buying Power: Bundling meeting room upgrades with your overall migration plan helps secure better pricing and licensing agreements.
• Enhancing Employee Experience: Reliable, high-quality meeting spaces encourage in-person collaboration and seamless remote connectivity.

Transforming Collaboration with a Strategic Refresh

Upgrading to Windows 11 presents an opportunity to optimise your hybrid work strategy. Ensuring meeting rooms are equipped with the latest technology improves:

• Productivity: Faster, more efficient meetings with improved Microsoft Teams integration and AI-powered assistance.
• Engagement: Employees are more likely to utilise collaboration spaces that function flawlessly.
• Competitive Advantage: High-performing teams rely on smooth, uninterrupted collaboration. Don’t let outdated tech hold you back.

Let New Era Technology Support You

We understand that upgrading collaboration tools and migrating to Windows 11 can feel overwhelming. That’s why we offer:

• Windows 11 Assessments: We will work with you on a full assessment of your current devices, helping identify device compatibility and refresh needs.
• Flexible Financing Options:
• AV Equipment: Spread costs over a defined period with our AVaaS, instead of incurring large upfront expenses.
• AV-as-a-Service (AVaaS): Monthly payments covering installation, support, and refresh cycles.
• Sustainable IT Solutions: Return outdated devices for responsible recycling and future-proofed replacements.

Start Your Windows 11 Migration Today

A successful Windows 11 migration isn’t just about upgrading operating systems, it’s about optimising collaboration and ensuring your business remains competitive. By including Teams Rooms in your migration strategy, you with enhance workplace modernisation, streamline operations, and future-proof your IT investment.

Contact us today to explore how we can support your Windows 11 migration and meeting room refresh strategy.