Is Your Microsoft Infrastructure Still Secure?
Technology continues to evolve, and so does Microsoft’s product lifecycle. On 14 July 2026, SQL Server 2016 and SharePoint Server 2016 officially reached End of Support (EOS). This means these products no longer receive regular security updates, product improvements, or standard technical support from Microsoft.
For organizations that continue running these legacy platforms, the risks are no longer limited to outdated technology. They now extend to cybersecurity, compliance, business continuity, and operational efficiency.
As a Trusted Microsoft Partner, PCMan helps organizations modernize their Microsoft infrastructure through comprehensive assessment, upgrade, migration, and managed services.
What Does End of Support Mean?
When a Microsoft product reaches End of Support, Microsoft no longer provides:
- Security updates
- Bug fixes
- Feature enhancements
- Standard technical support
While your existing environment will continue to operate, unsupported systems become increasingly vulnerable to newly discovered security threats and compatibility issues.
For organizations operating critical workloads, delaying an upgrade may significantly increase operational and business risks.
Business Risks of Staying on SQL Server 2016 and SharePoint Server 2016
Increased Cybersecurity Risks
Without ongoing security updates, your environment becomes more susceptible to ransomware, malware, and data breaches.
Compliance Challenges
Organizations operating under ISO 27001, financial regulations, healthcare standards, or government compliance requirements may face audit findings when using unsupported software.
Application Compatibility Issues
Modern business applications continue evolving. Older database and collaboration platforms may experience compatibility issues with newer operating systems, browsers, security tools, and Microsoft services.
Higher Operational Costs
Legacy infrastructure often requires additional maintenance, workarounds, and manual administration, increasing operational costs over time.
Reduced Business Agility
Modern Microsoft technologies introduce significant improvements in automation, scalability, AI integration, and cloud readiness that are unavailable in older versions.
How PCMan Helps Your Upgrade Journey
Migrating enterprise workloads requires careful planning to minimize risk and business disruption. PCMan provides end-to-end Microsoft Infrastructure Upgrade Services covering every stage of your modernization journey.
Infrastructure Assessment
We evaluate your existing environment, identify dependencies, assess risks, and recommend the most suitable upgrade strategy.
Upgrade Planning
Our consultants design a structured roadmap that aligns with your business objectives, technical requirements, and operational schedule.
Compatibility Assessment
Before migration begins, we verify application compatibility, database dependencies, integrations, authentication mechanisms, and infrastructure readiness.
Migration & Implementation
Our experienced Microsoft consultants execute the migration using industry best practices while minimizing downtime and protecting business continuity.
Testing & Validation
Comprehensive testing ensures system performance, security, integrations, and business processes operate as expected before production deployment.
Knowledge Transfer
We equip your IT team with the knowledge required to operate, maintain, and optimize the upgraded environment.
Managed Support Services
Following implementation, PCMan continues to support your environment through proactive monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical assistance.
Why Upgrade SQL Server?
Upgrading SQL Server is more than replacing an older database platform. It enables organizations to:
- Improve database performance
- Strengthen data security
- Reduce downtime
- Increase scalability
- Support hybrid and cloud deployments
- Leverage built-in intelligence and performance optimization
Depending on your business requirements, upgrade options include:
- SQL Server 2022
- Azure SQL Managed Instance
- Azure SQL Database
Why Upgrade SharePoint?
SharePoint has become the foundation for modern collaboration and digital workplaces. By upgrading, organizations can benefit from:
- Improved document management
- Enhanced collaboration
- Better security controls
- Integration with Microsoft 365
- AI-powered productivity
- Improved user experience
- Modern governance and compliance capabilities
Recommended migration paths include:
- SharePoint Server Subscription Edition
- SharePoint Online (Microsoft 365)
Why Choose PCMan?
PCMan has extensive experience delivering Microsoft technology solutions across corporate, education, and government sectors. Our team assists organizations in modernizing their Microsoft ecosystem through:
- Microsoft Infrastructure Assessment
- Windows Server Services
- Active Directory Services
- SQL Server Services
- SharePoint Services
- Microsoft 365 Services
- Azure Solutions
- Hybrid Infrastructure
- Security Hardening
- Managed Services
We focus on delivering secure, scalable, and future-ready infrastructure aligned with Microsoft’s best practices.
Start Your Modernization Today
If your organization is still operating SQL Server 2016 or SharePoint Server 2016, now is the time to develop a modernization strategy. Delaying the upgrade increases security exposure, operational complexity, and long-term costs. Let PCMan help you build a secure, resilient, and future-ready Microsoft infrastructure.
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