Windows 11 – We’re ready for your AI future. Are you?
Making the move to Windows 11 is not just about staying current; this time around, moving to the latest version of Windows means so much more. Naturally, Windows 11 comes with a host of enhanced security and productivity features, but this time the focus is on getting your business future ready. As AI continues to extend its reach into so many of our personal and workplace activities, Windows 11 is purpose built and continually optimised for the AI PCs and the AI-powered apps and services here now and yet to come.
With the end of support for Windows 10 approaching, it’s time to start planning your transition to Windows 11. Let’s get you up to speed on what’s amazing in Windows 11 and how Windows 11 will get more out of your AI PCs and apps.
Out with the old…in with the AI-ready!
The End of Support for Windows 10 – Coming soon.
Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 10 will end on October 14, 2025. After this date, Windows 10 will no longer receive security updates, patches, or technical support. This means that any vulnerabilities discovered after this date will not be addressed, leaving your systems exposed to potential security risks. So, now is the time to get planning.
It’s not just all about security though. The world of technology and how we use it is changing exponentially with the emergence of Generative AI and a host of other artificial intelligence applications, and there is no turning back. Being able to leverage the opportunities (and control the risks) that AI presents will depend on having the future-ready tools, processes, people and devices in your stack. Let’s take a look at what Windows 11 brings to the table.
Benefits of Upgrading to Windows 11
Enhanced Security
Windows 11 comes with advanced security features designed to protect against modern threats, including:
- Windows Hello: A biometric authentication system that uses facial recognition or fingerprints for secure and quick logins;
- BitLocker: Full disk encryption that helps protect your data from unauthorized access and more!
Improved Performance
Enjoy smoother, faster, and more responsive system with a more efficient design, Windows 11 offers:
- Faster boot times, better resource management, better update management with smaller more efficient updates, and overall improved performance;
- Auto HDR automatically converting standard dynamic range (SDR) content to high dynamic range (HDR) for more vibrant colors, improved brightness, and greater detail, especially for gaming experience;
- DirectStorage: Reduces load times and improves game performance by allowing games to load assets directly from the SSD.
- Dynamic Refresh Rate: Automatically adjusts the refresh rate to balance performance and power consumption.
Optimised Interface:
So many enriched features for faster, easier searchability, accessibility and visibility. More intuitive and user-friendly interface with more features just a click away, making it easier than ever for any of your people to navigate to and switch between and across work and apps.
- Redesigned Start Menu: Centered and simplified for easier access to your apps and documents.
- Virtual Desktops: Allows you to create separate desktops for different tasks or projects, helping you stay organized.
- Snap Layouts: Allows you to organize multiple windows on your screen for better multitasking and productivity.
- Enhanced Personalisation: Tailor Windows 11 to your wants and needs with new themes, display options, as well as widgets for news, weather, calendar, and more, accessible directly from the taskbar.
- Touch, Pen, and Voice Inputs: Improved support for touchscreens, digital pens, and voice commands, making it versatile for various devices and use cases.
Compatibility with New Technologies
Windows 11 is designed to work seamlessly with the latest hardware and software, ensuring that your business can take advantage of new technologies as they emerge.
- Support for Wi-Fi 6E: Provides faster and more reliable wireless connectivity.
- Copilot in Windows (currently in preview) harnesses the power of generative AI in assisting you to execute once complex tasks via a text prompt! Access Copilot anytime via the icon on the taskbar or via the Win+C keyboard shortcut.
- AI-Enhanced Apps bring the power of new AI features to Paint, Photos and Clipchamp apps to help you channel your creativity right there in the moment. Even the Snipping tool has more capture options in Windows 11 including text and sound capture capabilities.
Ready to Get Started?
The Upgrade Process
The wins from upgrading to Windows 11 will be massive, but the upgrade process won’t be! Here’s what the process will look like and how we’ll get you future ready.
- Assessment: We start by assessing your current systems, hardware and apps to ensure they’re going to be compatible with Windows 11. If you’re a Maxsum Managed IT Services client, your Account Manager will already be talking to you about the Windows 10 end-of-support dates and the devices you’ll likely need to replace before then.
- Planning: Based on the assessment, we create a detailed upgrade plan including timelines, potential downtime, any necessary hardware upgrades or any specific processes required for particular line-of-business apps.
- Upgrade: Before proceeding with the upgrade, we ensure that all your data is backed up securely to prevent any loss during the transition. Our team will handle the installation of Windows 11 on all your devices, ensuring that the process is completed efficiently and with minimal disruption to your operations. This will likely occur over two or more phases, with a smaller “pilot” group upgraded first for confirmation and testing purposes, before the remainder of the upgrades are rolled out.
- Post-Upgrade Support: After the upgrade, we provide ongoing support to address any issues that may arise and to answer any questions your team may have. In the meantime, here are some FAQs about upgrading to Windows 11.
If you have any questions or need assistance with the upgrade process, or simply want a first-hand look at Windows 11 in action, please contact us.
