Are you still running Windows 10?
- Alan S
- Oct 21
- 2 min read
🔔 Attention SMB leaders — it’s been one week since support officially ended for Windows 10 (as of October 14, 2025).
If you’re still running Windows 10 in your environment, it’s time to act — your business is now exposed to elevated risks and hidden costs.
Here’s why this matters now, and what you should do about it:
⚠️ Why this matters for your business
Without security updates, Windows 10 devices will increasingly become targets for cyber-attacks. The OS will continue to function, but vulnerabilities will pile up unpatched.
Operational costs will creep higher: supporting legacy devices takes more time and money, compatibility will degrade, and work-arounds will rise.
Your tech stack is out of alignment with business goals: outdated. infrastructure = higher risk, higher cost, less agility.
For SMBs especially, this is not just an IT concern — it’s a business risk.
✅ What you should do today
Inventory all devices running Windows 10. Know which endpoints are still exposed. Be sure to include remote laptops/desktops which are used to access your company systems.
Assess upgrade viability: Can you move to Windows 11? Check hardware compatibility, TPM, memory/CPU requirements.
Plan a migration path: If immediate upgrade isn’t feasible, consider an interim step (e.g., Extended Security Updates) but realize this is a stop-gap that comes at a cost, not a long-term solution.
Align with business outcomes: Upgrade your tech stack in a way that reduces risk, cuts redundancies, and supports your growth — not just to “check a box.”
Talk to an expert: Having a partner who understands SMB tech stacks and risk-cost trade-offs can save you from surprises.
At Hudson Performance Solutions, we help organizations like yours connect tech spend with business goals, ensure your stack is efficient, and protect you from the hidden costs & risks of aging infrastructure.
👉 Let’s schedule a quick assessment of your Windows 10 exposure and your broader tech stack. Book your review today — don’t wait until the next breach or cost spike forces your hand.
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