Are You Running AX on an Unsupported SQL Server? Time to Upgrade from AX to D365

20.02.23

With Microsoft setting a deadline for the end of support options for 2008 and 2012 SQL database servers, if you are still using these servers you will soon need to decide on a plan of action;

migrating your workload to Azure SQL,
to an Azure Virtual Machine as-is for free Extended Security Updates,
upgrading to a current version of SQL Server, or
purchasing an Extended Security Updates subscription.

After the 2008 and 2012 SQL servers reach the end of their extended support period, no further servicing, support, or security updates will be available from Microsoft.

Sticking with outdated and unsupported software can leave you vulnerable and is a huge business risk, but this could be a convenient time for your enterprise to upgrade your operations from Dynamics AX to the cloud-based ERP of Dynamics 365.

If you are running Dynamics AX on an unsupported SQL server, you have two options:

Move AX onto a supported SQL server
Move onto a supported Microsoft SQL server, and upgrade to Dynamics 365 at the same time

UPGRADE SQL SERVER Moving AX onto an updated SQL server

If you decide to stick with Dynamics AX, you can choose to upgrade your unsupported SQL server and simply migrate your version of AX. This can still be on-premise, or it can be in the cloud, depending on your requirements. If you want to discuss your options for this in more detail, get in touch with our Dynamics team. We have many years of experience supporting Dynamics AX installations.

UPGRADE TO D365 Moving onto an updated SQL server, and upgrade to Dynamics 365 in the cloud

If your business is going to be spending time and money migrating to a new SQL server, then it could be that this is the time to future proof your business even further and upgrade your operations to Dynamics 365 in the cloud.

Benefits of D365 in the Cloud

What are the Advantages of Dynamics 365 Cloud Migration?

What is moving to Dynamics 365 in the cloud going to do for your business that your current on-premise ERP setup cannot? Much fanfare has been generated over on premise vs cloud based software, but the continuous updates and innovation of the tools needed to manage and grow operations can only be found in cloud ERP solutions.

Deployment of cloud-based D365 can push your company towards a more flexible and cost-effective business model. Opting for Dynamics 365 in the cloud means you can scale licences up and down, depending on your business needs, so it is more cost effective than a traditional on-premise system as you are only paying for what you use.

With Dynamics 365 cloud-based ERP from Microsoft, there's no need to worry about downtime or system upgrades; all updates happen automatically in the background so that you always have access to the most up-to-date features and functionality without having to do anything yourself. Microsoft has made it clear it will put its primary focus on cloud ERP solutions, so this could be a lifelong investment for your business.

Dynamics 365 Cloud Migration Benefits

Syscom has over 40 years of experience as a Dynamics 365 Support Partner

We are working with customers running Dynamics AX on an unsupported version of SQL, to migrate them to an updated server and at the same time future-proof their operations by upgrading to Dynamics 365 in the cloud.

Syscom has a proven track record and a team of highly skilled & experienced Dynamics ERP & CRM Solution Architects.

If you’re in a similar situation and would like to discuss your options for moving away from an unsupported SQL server, contact us today at 01384 400 600, email info@syscom.plc.uk or submit a contact form below.

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