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Five reasons why every business needs Windows 11

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With Windows 10 reaching its end of support on October 14, 2025, now is the time to prepare your business for the future by upgrading to Windows 11 on HP PCs powered by Intel® Core processors. As this critical deadline approaches, here are five key reasons to make the switch.

1. Enhance Your Security

After October 2025, Windows 10 will no longer receive security updates or patches, leaving your organization vulnerable to cyberattacks and malware.

  • 60% of data breaches are attributed to unpatched vulnerabilities.[1]

Upgrading to Windows 11 ensures your systems remain secure with the latest protections.

2. Improve System Stability

Using outdated devices and unsupported operating systems leads to performance issues, including frequent crashes and compatibility challenges as software and hardware evolve.

  • Up to 21% of data breaches are caused by unpatched vulnerabilities.[2]

Windows 11 helps maintain consistent performance and reliability across your business.

3. Reduce IT Support Strain

As Microsoft and third-party vendors phase out support for legacy software and hardware, troubleshooting becomes increasingly difficult, placing additional strain on your IT team. In contrast, Windows 11 is easier to manage and optimized for future advancements.

  • 15% increase in IT maintenance costs for outdated devices.[3]

By upgrading, you can alleviate pressure on your support team and streamline IT operations.

4. Boost Employee Productivity

Windows 11 offers an enhanced user experience with modern features that support efficient workflows—tools that older systems simply can't provide. The result is a more empowered workforce that can achieve higher levels of productivity.

  • Employees using Windows 11 report up to 68.9% higher productivity and collaboration ratings.[4]

Empower your team to work smarter, not harder.

5. Avoid the Costs of Delayed Migration

While delaying the upgrade may seem cost-effective in the short term, postponing the migration can lead to expensive emergency updates, downtime, and increased vulnerability to data breaches.

  • Costs for extended Windows 10 support:[5]

    • First Year: $61 per user

    • Second Year: $122 per user

    • Third Year: $244 per user

The longer you wait, the higher the cost of maintaining an unsupported system.

BPC Commercial: Your Partner in Seamless Migration

To unlock the full potential of Windows 11 and take advantage of the benefits listed above, BPC Commercial is here to help. We offer expert guidance in upgrading to Windows 11 on HP PCs powered by Intel® Core processors.