{"id":6462,"date":"2025-06-25T15:44:54","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T20:44:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.liongard.com\/?p=6462"},"modified":"2025-06-25T15:44:54","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T20:44:54","slug":"the-windows-10-countdown-is-on-turn-chaos-into-client-value","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/64.4.160.99\/liongard\/blog\/the-windows-10-countdown-is-on-turn-chaos-into-client-value\/","title":{"rendered":"The Windows 10 Countdown is On: Turn Chaos into Client Value"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The clock is ticking. Windows 10 reaches <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/support.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows\/windows-10-support-ends-on-october-14-2025-2ca8b313-1946-43d3-b55c-2b95b107f281#:~:text=As%20a%20reminder%2C%20Windows%2010,service%2C%20and%20supported%20Windows%20release.\">end-of-support<\/a><\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> in October 2025. For every business, that means one thing: a fleet-wide upgrade project is coming. And it\u2019s not optional.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This isn&#8217;t just another task to complete, it&#8217;s a major opportunity to demonstrate strategic value, streamline operations, and drive new project revenue. But only if you approach it the right way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Problem: Manual Isn\u2019t Scalable<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Checking every endpoint for Windows 11 compatibility, TPM version, Secure Boot, CPU, RAM, disk space, has traditionally been a manual grind. Scripts, BIOS logins, and physical device checks add up fast. Multiply that across hundreds or thousands of devices and you\u2019ve got a time-consuming burden that slows planning, budgeting, and client communication.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Game-Changer: Liongard\u2019s Automated Windows 11 Compatibility Checks<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"sl-embed\" style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: calc(49.90% + 25px); width: 100%; height: 0; transform: scale(1);\"><iframe class=\"sl-demo\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%!important; height: 100%!important; border: 1px solid rgba(63,95,172,0.35); box-shadow: 0px 0px 18px rgba(26, 19, 72, 0.15); border-radius: 10px; box-sizing: border-box;\" src=\"https:\/\/app.storylane.io\/demo\/3sb45nvfhidc?embed=inline\" name=\"sl-embed\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/app.storylane.io\/share\/3sb45nvfhidc\">Liongard flips the script.<\/a><\/strong> We now automatically inspect every Windows workstation in your environment and give you a clear answer: <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Is it ready for Windows 11?<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Yes or No. Even better, we tell you <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">why not<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, whether it\u2019s Secure Boot, TPM, or processor issues, so you can act with precision.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This turns the upgrade from a manual, reactive chore into a data-driven, proactive, and profitable project.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Real Business Value for MSPs<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Plan Ahead, Look Smart<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Don&#8217;t wait until clients are running unsupported systems. Use Liongard\u2019s compatibility dashboard to present a strategic roadmap today. Walk into QBRs with clear data showing how many machines need replacing, why, and when. This positions you as a trusted advisor instead of just a reactive IT provider.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Unlock New Revenue<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Every incompatible machine is an opportunity. It&#8217;s a hardware refresh, a project fee, or a move to a more predictable hardware-as-a-service model. Use Liongard\u2019s data to scope projects, build budgets, and win approvals faster.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Save Technician Time and Resources<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"> What used to take weeks of manual effort now takes minutes. MSPs are scanning entire fleets across multiple clients in one view. That means your team spends less time preparing and more time executing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Win Deals with Data<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"> One partner used Liongard during a sales pitch. Within hours, they delivered a full compatibility report for the prospect\u2019s environment. Their incumbent provider had never offered anything like it. That one report helped close the deal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Strengthen Client Trust<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Instead of reacting to issues, you&#8217;re preventing them. That builds trust and positions your team as a forward-thinking, strategic partner who helps clients plan for the future.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to Get Started<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Liongard now features a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/app.storylane.io\/share\/3sb45nvfhidc\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Windows Workstations Status Report<\/span><\/b><\/a> where y<span data-contrast=\"auto\">ou\u2019ll find the new <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Windows 11 Compatibility<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> widget that shows how many devices are ready and how many are not. Drill into specific clients, export reports, and start building upgrade plans now.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To go deeper, use Actionable Alerts to automatically generate PSA tickets for incompatible machines. Each ticket includes the specific reason for failure, so your team can move from discovery to action immediately.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Windows 10 end of support milestone doesn\u2019t have to be a burden. With Liongard, it becomes your next business win. Make it profitable. Make it efficient. 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