IT Is Slow to Migrate From Windows Server 2003
Long-Term Commitment
57% of survey respondents said they’re still running at least a portion of their business on Microsoft Windows Server 2003.
Tricky Transition, Part I
On average, just under 40% of apps have been migrated in preparation before the July deadline for Microsoft. Windows.Server 2003 support to end.
Tricky Transition, Part II
92% are struggling to rewrite or modernize “at least some” of their apps in order to successfully migrate from Windows Server 2003, and one out of 10 respondents said more than one-half of their apps need to be rewritten or modernized.
Outward Bound
93% said they’re considering moving a portion of their apps to the cloud with the support for Microsoft Windows Server 2003 ending.
Help Wanted
48% are looking for an experienced Microsoft partner to work with them on completing the migration.
Top Challenges of the Migration
Concerns about disrupting business: 72%, Greater prioritization of other projects: 68%, Unexpected lengthiness of the process: 65%, High cost of resources: 43%
The Price of Devotion
57% of survey participants whose companies are likely to stay on Windows Server 2003 are concerned about security, and 39% are concerned about both working with outdated tech and the potential for business disruptions.
Adjustable Consideration
While 80% of respondents overall said business and IT priorities are aligned on the end of support for Windows Server 2003, more than two-thirds believe other projects are taking a greater priority.
