As we move through the first quarter of 2026, the initial excitement surrounding Microsoft 365 Copilot has hit a cold, hard wall of British pragmatism. While marketing promised a “productivity revolution”, many UK SMEs are finding that the reality is closer to a “governance nightmare”. At System Plus, the honeymoon phase is over. Here is […]
Windows 12 in 2026? Why the Internet Is Wrong (And What’s Actually Coming) If you’ve spent any time on tech forums or scrolling through your feeds lately, you’ve likely seen the headline: “Windows 12 Launching in 2026!” It’s a compelling story, the idea of a fresh, AI-native operating system designed to drag us into the […]
You’ve probably heard of Power BI? It’s one of those tools that gets mentioned in meetings, appears in Microsoft 365 conversations, or pops up in the apps list when you log in. You know it has something to do with data. You know larger organisations use it. But beyond that, it’s slightly… vague. Microsoft Power […]
When Microsoft talks about Windows 11 security, one requirement sits above all others: TPM 2.0. It’s presented as non-negotiable, foundational, and essential for the modern threat landscape. According to Microsoft, TPM 2.0 is the line that separates “legacy risk” from a secure future. Yet for millions of users and businesses, TPM 2.0 hasn’t felt like […]
Why users and businesses are quietly pushing back and what it means for IT teams Windows 11 has long been positioned as Microsoft’s future: the next generation of the world’s most widely used desktop operating system, built for security, productivity, and AI-enabled workflows. Yet today, nearly four years after its launch, the conversation has shifted. […]
If you’ve found yourself thinking “why does everything open in a browser now?”, you’re not imagining it. Outlook looks different. Microsoft Teams behaves more like a website than a traditional application. Core admin tools that once lived deep inside Windows are now accessed through online portals, and even Windows itself feels lighter, more like a […]
Why Windows 10 End of Life Has Created a Mountain of Waste We Can’t Ignore When Microsoft brought Windows 10 to an end, the immediate worry for most businesses was software, downtime and compatibility. What many didn’t realise is that this single decision helped push us deeper into a much bigger issue: electronic waste, the […]
More than just shiny new icons? If you’re using Windows 11 (or thinking about it), you’ll want to sit up for the next major update: version 25H2, known by many as the 2025 Update. At System Plus we’re already talking with clients about what this means for their PCs, devices, and business continuity, and I’ll walk you […]
Everywhere you turn right now, Microsoft is talking about Copilot. It’s in Windows 11. It’s in Microsoft 365. It’s on the ribbon in Word, the sidebar in Outlook, and being quietly added into Teams and Excel. But here’s the real question that most small business owners around York, and Hull and the East Riding are […]
Moving to Microsoft 365 is more than just switching software—it’s about embracing a modern, secure, and scalable IT environment that enables seamless collaboration and improved efficiency. However, many businesses underestimate the complexity of a migration, leading to unexpected downtime, security risks, and operational disruptions. So, how do you ensure a smooth and successful transition to […]
