Dealing with the Legacy – Digital Transformation of Windows Server 2012

Windows Server 2012 has reached its end of life, which means it won't receive any more updates or security patches from Microsoft.  This might sound like a technicality, but it's crucial for your business's security and performance.  Without regular updates, your server becomes vulnerable to security threats and may not operate at its best.

We're here to help you navigate through this migration.  We understand this can be a daunting task, but it's a necessary step to ensure the continued success of your business.

Our team of dedicated experts are ready to guide you through the process, making it as simple and straightforward as possible. We'll handle all the technical aspects, so you can focus on what you do best – running your business.

1.  Assess Current Environment:

• Inventory and Audit: Document current server configurations, applications, services, and data.

  • Identify Dependencies: Determine interdependencies between services and applications to ensure a smooth migration.

  • Review Licensing: Ensure that you have proper licensing for the new environment.

2.  Define Business Objectives:

• What are the end-goals of the digital transformation?  This could be improving operational efficiency, scalability, customer experience, or fostering innovation.

  • Ensure that stakeholders from across the organisation are involved in defining these objectives.

3.  Select the Desired Platform:

• On-Premises Upgrade: This might involve moving to Windows Server 2019 or 2022.

  • Cloud Migration: Consider platforms like Azure, Microsoft's cloud platform.  Transitioning to Azure might mean adopting Azure VMs (Virtual Machines), Azure App Service for web apps, or other Azure services that fit the needs of your organisation.  This move can offer scalability, resilience, and operational efficiency.

    • Hybrid Approach: Maintain some services on-premises while moving others to the cloud.

    • Alternative Platforms: Depending on the organisation's goals, you might also look into Linux-based systems or containerisation platforms like Docker and Kubernetes.

4.  Design a Migration Strategy:

• Phased Approach: Move in stages, starting with less critical systems.  This approach reduces risk and allows lessons learned in early phases to inform later stages.

  • Big Bang: Migrate everything at once.  This is riskier and requires extensive planning and testing but might be necessary in some scenarios

Our goal is to ensure a seamless transition without disruptions to your daily operations.

You won't have to worry about unexpected downtime, data loss, or security breaches.  We're here to ensure your business operations run smoothly and securely.

At boxxe, we're not just tech experts; we're people who genuinely care about simplifying complex processes and making tech easy to understand. We're here to collaborate with you, to simplify the seemingly complicated, to care about your business's success, and to deliver top-notch solutions tailored to your needs.

We're your friendly experts, always ready to help.  We understand that technology can sometimes seem intimidating, but we're here to bridge the gap between complex tech and everyday business operations.

We want you to know that we’re here to support you, during this transition.  We'll speak your language, keep it simple, and ensure you receive the best tech solutions that make life better for you and your business.