Before deploying Windows 10 at Gigantic Life Insurance, ensure app compatibility, drivers, and a seamless SCCM configuration. Opt for Windows 10 Pro for business features, and use Key Management Service activation for centralized control.
Before proceeding with the Windows 10 deployment project for Gigantic Life Insurance, several considerations need attention:
Compatibility and Application Testing: Ensure that all critical applications used by the organization are compatible with Windows 10. Test applications, especially those specific to the insurance industry, for compatibility and address any issues that arise.
Driver Compatibility: Verify that drivers for all hardware components (printers, scanners, etc.) are available and compatible with Windows 10. A lack of compatible drivers can cause functionality issues.
Upgrade Plan for Different Windows Versions: Plan the upgrade process for systems running Windows 7 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro, and Windows 8 Enterprise. Each may require a slightly different approach, and compatibility with existing systems should be ensured.
App-V Integration: Since Gigantic Life Insurance wants to distribute applications using App-V, ensure that the applications are App-V compatible. Adjust the deployment plan to incorporate App-V integration for application delivery.
System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) Configuration: Confirm that SCCM is configured correctly to handle the Windows 10 deployment. Adjust SCCM settings as needed to accommodate the deployment process for different Windows versions and App-V integration.
Data Backup and Migration: Implement a comprehensive data backup and migration plan to ensure that user data is preserved during the upgrade process. This includes documents, user profiles, and application settings.
Regarding the edition and activation of Windows 10:
Windows 10 Edition: For an organization like Gigantic Life Insurance, the recommended edition is typically Windows 10 Pro. Windows 10 Pro includes essential business features and is well-suited for medium to large enterprises.
Activation Type: Given the size of the organization and the desire for automated control, Key Management Service activation is often preferable. It allows centralized activation of Windows on a network, simplifying the activation process for multiple devices.
The complete question is:
Upgrading to Windows 10: Gigantic Life Insurance has 4,000 users spread over five locations in North America. They have called you as a consultant to discuss different options for deploying Windows 10 to the desktops in their organization.
Most of the existing desktop computers are a mix of Windows 7 Pro and Windows 8.1 Pro, but one office is running Windows 8 Enterprise. They have System Center Configuration Manager to control the deployment process automatically. They want to begin distributing applications by using App-V.
Can you identify any issues that need to be resolved before the project begins? Which edition of Windows 10 should they use? Which type of activation should they use?