Navigating Your IT Investments in 2025
As we’ve predicted, this year is shaping up to be a crucial year for IT upgrades. With a several factors contributing to this uptick in demand, it’s important for businesses to plan their technology investments carefully in order to avoid last minute price spikes and potential supply chain shortages.
What’s with the surge in demand?
Well, a few factors come into play here.
Firstly, Microsoft is ending support for their Windows 10 OS on October 14, leaving those who are still using the operating system looking to upgrade. Meanwhile, US tariffs on imported hardware are causing price uncertainty, motivating buyers to make their purchases sooner than later.
With multiple market forces converging simultaneously, it’s especially important right now to plan your technology investments proactively. The earlier you plan, the better positioned you’ll be to avoid inflated costs and prolonged wait times.
Now you know the waters. Here’s how to chart your course:
Although pressures in the market can seem constricting and consuming, with the right upgrade strategy in place, you can make the investments you need and remain in control of your budget.
Upgrade early — Demand is rising, and as Window’s 10 grows nearer to its end-of-life, it’ll only continue to climb.
Explore your buying options — If payment terms are a concern, we get it. We know that some of these same concerns apply to more than just your IT investments. If budget is a concern, we have solutions. We work with multiple financing partners to cook up creative solutions that enable you to get what you need on the terms that you need it.
Make a plan — Most importantly, make a plan and be prepared. If you’re a client of ours, we’ll help you build a roadmap based on your current technology and your operational objectives. With deeply-rooted partnerships with industry leaders, we’re always plugged into what’s going on in the market — including pricing and availability. We’ll help you decipher what you need, what you don’t, and when to buy.
Stay secure, stay competitive.
With proactive planning, you can turn daunting IT upgrades into opportunity, rather than a burden. Investing in the right technology now can keep your organizations secure, and operations humming along efficiently. With smart timing, strategic financing, and support that truly has your back, you can stay ahead of the curve and keep striding forward with confidence.
Need help mapping out your IT investments? We’re here to help you stay on course. Just reach out!