No matter how hard you try, no matter how many times you say it, and no matter how many warning signs or clear direction given, some people will still ignore everything. A lot of people seem to just simply say “that’s not meant for me” or “that’s stupid, because it’s so inconvenient” or “I’m in a hurry, so the rules don’t apply.”
Similarly, Windows Server 2003 reaches final, full end of life on July 14, 2015. There have been many notices issued, articles strewn across the Internet, and clear statements made that once July 2015 hits, there will be no additional security patches provided by Microsoft. This means you should start planning now to migrate apps and services to something else, something newer. The signs, warnings, and directions are meant to keep your company safe.
So, here’s another medium. Microsoft has put together a video outlining a 4-step process for migration planning. Maybe this one will hit home.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KghlRqb9i64&feature=player_embedded
