Why Plan Your BizTalk Migration Now?
Microsoft BizTalk has been a reliable solution for integration needs for many years, but the platform is now approaching the end of its lifecycle. With the planned end-of-life in April 2028, many organizations still using the platform for their business processes need to start preparing for migration. So if you haven't started planning your migration yet, now is the time to do it.
Why is Migration Necessary?
Microsoft BizTalk has served as a stable platform for integration solutions for years, but as it approaches its end of life, it means the end of regular updates, security patches, and technical support. The EOL designation means Microsoft will no longer maintain the platform, making it vulnerable to security threats and operational issues. Continuing to use the platform without support increases the risks of data breaches, system failures, and unexpected downtime. This means organizations risk being in a vulnerable position when integration solutions need to be both robust and flexible to meet today's high demands.
Therefore, it's necessary to transition to a modern solution like Azure Integration Services. Moving from the technically outdated BizTalk platform to a modern platform also opens new opportunities to strengthen and secure your business's future.
What Does This Mean for Your Organization?
2028 seems like a long way off, doesn't it? Waiting until BizTalk's end of life could lead to an unsupported platform or a poorly planned and stressful migration. Additionally, as we get closer to BizTalk's end of life, it becomes more difficult to find the necessary skills and resources to implement an effective migration. By starting planning early, you have more time to choose the right strategy, understand technical options, and ensure the migration happens smoothly without disrupting your business.
What Can You Do Now?
It's time to start planning for the future, and the first step is to evaluate your current BizTalk solution.
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Check how critical your integration processes are for business.
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Investigate the biggest risks of continuing to use BizTalk.
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Identify integrations affected by this and plan how they can be safely migrated.
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Perform a cost analysis. Compare the costs of continuing to use BizTalk versus migrating to Azure.
When you have a clear picture of your current situation, you can better understand what needs to be done to migrate to Azure or another modern solution.
Get Support from the Right Partner
It's important to choose a partner with experience in both BizTalk and Azure's modern technologies. An experienced partner like Epical can help you plan a strategy that fits your organization's specific needs and goals.
Why Move to Azure?
As BizTalk approaches its end of life, Microsoft has positioned Azure Integration Services as the primary integration solution. Azure Integration Services is a cloud-based solution capable of meeting scalability, security, and flexibility needs in ways not possible with BizTalk. The platform includes tools like Logic Apps, API Management, and Event Grid, which together enable real-time integrations and workflow automation.
Benefits of Moving to Azure:
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Cloud-based platform that is both secure and scalable
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Continuous updates and improvements without downtime
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Integration with other Microsoft services like Power BI, Microsoft 365, and Dynamics 365 helps optimize your business processes
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More flexible solution allowing you to adapt and grow with your business needs
