Why Autodesk Users Need to Prepare Now for Windows 10 End-of-Life

Microsoft has officially announced that support for Windows 10 will end on October 14, 2025. According to Microsoft, this means no more security updates, patches, or technical support will be available for Windows 10 after this date. In alignment with this policy, Autodesk has confirmed that its software will no longer support Windows 10, including widely used products such as Moldflow and Fusion 360.

This change will significantly impact organizations that rely on Autodesk tools across infrastructure and manufacturing sectors. If you’re still running Autodesk 2022 or earlier on Windows 10, it’s time to start planning a migration strategy—before software issues, integration failures, and security vulnerabilities begin to impact operations.

What Happens If You Delay?

Autodesk products—especially those integrated with GIS, PLM, PDM, or ERP tools—depend on OS-level compatibility and consistent system updates. Delaying your upgrade could lead to:

• Software Installation Failures: Instability with future Autodesk versions on unsupported Windows 10 systems.

• Security Gaps: No OS-level patches from Microsoft and no Autodesk workarounds.

• Integration Disruptions: Broken workflows between CAD ↔ GIS, CAD ↔ PLM, or other connected systems.

• Workflow Bottlenecks: Failures in automation routines or file compatibility.

• Emergency IT Costs: Last-minute infrastructure fixes are often expensive and disruptive.

Even though Microsoft will offer Extended Security Updates (ESUs) to select users, Autodesk has stated that their products will not support these ESUs, making this a critical deadline.

Timeline: What to Do Between Now and October 2025

Benefits of Planning Your Migration Early

Migrating to Windows 11 isn’t just about checking off a box—it’s about strengthening your entire Autodesk environment. Benefits include:

• Compatibility with new Autodesk versions

• Continuity across integrations (GIS, PLM, Vault, ERP)

• Enhanced productivity through updated tools

• Trained users, not frustrated ones

• Better system security and IT preparedness

How SolidCAD Helps

SolidCAD’s Upgrade & Empower Package is a complete, guided migration solution tailored for Infrastructure and Manufacturing teams. We help you:

• Audit licenses and hardware

• Modernize templates, automation, and deployment methods

• Maintain integration continuity (GIS, Vault, PLM)

• Train your teams on new interfaces

• Offer Canada-wide bilingual technical support

Whether you're in public infrastructure, utilities, or discrete manufacturing, our team ensures minimal disruption and long-term gains.

Let’s Get Ahead of the Curve

Don’t wait until October 2025 to act. Let SolidCAD help you navigate this critical transition with confidence.

• Microsoft: Windows 10 End of Support

• Autodesk Forums: End of Windows 10 Support

• Autodesk Fusion 360: Windows 10 Announcement