SharePoint 2019 End of Life: What It Means for Your Business and Migration Options

Overview of SharePoint 2019 End-of-Life Timeline  

Microsoft has officially announced the date for SharePoint 2019 end-of-life. Extended support will end on July 14, 2026. After this date, Microsoft will no longer provide  security updates and technical support. Businesses using SharePoint 2019 must start to plan their next steps to ensure smooth operations and security.

Risks of Staying on Unsupported SharePoint Versions  

Using outdated software poses significant risks. These include:

1. Security Vulnerabilities:
   Lack of updates can lead to your system becoming a target for cyber threats. Hackers can exploit security gaps, putting your business data at risk.
2. Compliance Issues:
   Many industries have strict regulations for data security. Running an unsupported version can lead to compliance violations and penalties. 
3. Reduced Performance and Compatibility:
   Newer applications and features may not work with outdated versions. This could affect productivity and limit integration with modern tools.
4. High Maintenance Costs:
   Without Microsoft support, fixing issues requires expensive custom solutions. This can increase IT expenses  and operational inefficiencies.

Migration Options: Moving from On-Premise to  SharePoint Online and Cloud  

To mitigate  these risks, businesses should consider migrating to a supported SharePoint solution.. 

Here are the  top migration options:

1. Upgrade to a Newer On-Premise Version:
   For  businesses that prefer to maintain an on-premise environment, upgarding to SharePoint Subscription Edition is a viable option. This edition provides continuous updates without the need for major version upgrades, ensuring long term support, security and improved functionality while keeping infrastructure on premise. 

1. Migrate to SharePoint Online:
   Moving to SharePoint Online eliminates on-premise infrastructure costs. It provides better security, scalability, and seamless integration with Microsoft 365.
2. Hybrid Deployment:
   A hybrid solution combines on-premise and cloud environments. This allows businesses to keep sensitive data on-premise while using cloud-based collaboration tools.
3. Migrate SharePoint 2013 to SharePoint Online:
   If your organization still uses SharePoint 2013, now is the time to upgrade. SharePoint migration services help businesses transition smoothly, ensuring data security and minimal downtime. 

How Calance Simplifies the Migration Process  

At Calance, we specialize in SharePoint migration services. Our team ensures a seamless transition with minimal disruption. Here’s how we help:

1. Assessment and Planning:
   .We conduct a comprehensive evaluation of your existing SharePoint environment, identifying the best migration strategy based on your business needs and IT infrastructure.
2. Secure Data Migration:
   Our experts ensure  secure transfer of data, workflows, and configurations preventing data loss and minimizing downtime.
3. Customization and Optimization:
   We optimize SharePoint Online for your business needs, improving performance and user experience.
4. Employee Training and Support:
   We provide training to help your team adapt to the new platform ensuring smooth adoption and minimal disruption to daily workflows.Ongoing Maintenance and Support:
   Post-migration, we offer continuous support to keep your system running smoothly.

Conclusion 

With the SharePoint 2019 end-of-life approaching, businesses must act now.. Staying on an unsupported version poses security and compliance risks. Migrating to SharePoint Online or a newer on-premise version ensures a secure, efficient, and future-ready system. 

Calance provides expert SharePoint migration services to simplify the process. Whether you need to migrate SharePoint 2013 to SharePoint Online or transition from SharePoint 2019, we ensure a seamless experience. Contact us today to start your migration journey.