Small business customers are asking tougher questions about backup, ransomware resilience, and whether recovery will actually work when it matters.
Our latest blog explores what to look for when choosing the best MSP backup solution for your small business customers, including the features that protect margins, reduce operational overhead, and help you deliver reliable recovery when customers need it most.
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Is Your Business Ready for 2026's Microsoft End-of-Support Wave?
2026 is shaping up to be a significant year for Microsoft product lifecycles, and small businesses running older systems should take note. Throughout this year, various Windows 11 service packs, Office LTSC 2021, SQL Server 2016, Windows Server 2012/2012 R2, and more will reach end-of-support milestones, meaning they will no longer receive free security patches, bug fixes, or technical assistance from Microsoft.
Here are a few examples:
The Register provides a comprehensive overview of what's being retired and when. Meanwhile, TechRepublic breaks down the significance of each deadline in plain business terms. This includes an upcoming Microsoft 365 price increase in July 2026 that may impact your budget planning. Plus, Microsoft lists all the details here.
Running unsupported software opens the door to security vulnerabilities, compliance issues, and potential problems with cyber insurance claims. Updating to the latest versions is always recommended. For a smooth transition, check out our guide on how to prepare for the end of Windows 10 support.
Cloud alone is not always enough when customers need fast restores, predictable recovery, and protection against ransomware. Hybrid backup helps SMBs balance speed, resilience, and cost by combining local recovery with offsite protection. Use this infographic as a quick visual to explain why hybrid backup matters and how to position it as part of a practical data protection plan.
Backups often fail not because the software is broken, but because IT environments change in ways that go unnoticed.
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