End of support for BizTalk 2020
Customer Case
De Goudse Verzekeringen: taking an insurance company to the cloud
From small-scale experiment to a 100% cloud environment
Read the full storyBizTalk End-of-Life: Transition to Azure with HSO
BizTalk has been a crucial tool for businesses for decades, but with the recent end-of-life announcement for BizTalk, it's time to prepare for the future.
Microsoft BizTalk has been a cornerstone for many businesses, primarily deployed on-premises, facilitating seamless integration of various systems and applications. However, with the recent end-of-life announcement for BizTalk, it’s crucial to understand the implications and prepare for the transition. The end of support for BizTalk 2020 is scheduled for April 2028, which means no more updates or security patches, potentially exposing your systems to risks.
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The end-of-life announcement signifies a pivotal moment for businesses relying on BizTalk. Without regular updates and security patches, systems become vulnerable to cyber threats and operational inefficiencies. This transition period offers an opportunity to explore modern, cloud-based solutions that can provide enhanced capabilities and future-proof your business operations.
What can life after BizTalk look like?
The obvious successor of BizTalk is Microsoft Azure.
When looking for BizTalk alternatives, Azure is the obvious frontrunner for short-term benefits and long-term gains. Azure provides a scalable, secure, and cost-efficient platform that can adapt to your growing needs, ensuring that your business remains agile, responsive, and secure against cyber threats. Explore the many benefits of transitioning from BizTalk to Azure below.
Let's compare: BizTalk versus Azure
Feature | BizTalk Server | Azure Logic Apps |
| Cost | Higher upfront and maintenance costs due to licensing and hardware. | Pay-as-you-go model with lower upfront costs and flexible billing. |
| Deployment | Primarily on-premises, with hybrid environment support. | Cloud-native, designed for deployment in Azure. |
| Ease of Use | Requires specialized skills for setup and management. | User-friendly with a visual designer and low-code environment. |
| Flexibility | Highly customizable but may involve complex configurations. | Flexible and easy to modify, with rapid deployment capabilities. Over 800+ connectors and APIs available. |
| Integration with Microsoft Ecosystem | Integrates with Microsoft products like SQL Server, SharePoint, and Dynamics. | Native integration with Azure services, Power Platform, and Microsoft 365. |
| Real-Time Monitoring | Real-time monitoring and analytics through Business Activity Monitoring (BAM). | Built-in monitoring and alerting features, integrated with Azure Monitor and Application Insights. |
| Scalability | Scalable but may require significant hardware and maintenance. | Highly scalable with automatic cloud scaling. |
| AI readiness | On-prem deployments do not support AI or machine learning (ML); hybrid environments require additional integrations. | Extensive AI and machine learning services, such as Azure Machine Learning, Azure Cognitive Services, and Azure OpenAI. |
Case Study: De Goudse Verzekeringen
Founded in 1924, De Goudse Verzekeringen has always been at the forefront of the insurance industry. Initially relying on on-premises software and BizTalk Server, they embarked on a transformative journey to the cloud. Their strategic migration involved a gradual transition, starting with smaller parts of the development environment. This phased approach ensured seamless integration and minimal disruption to their operations.
Discover below what made this migration and implementation a success.
Converting on-prem components to cloud equivalents
When they started setting up their cloud environment in 2018, De Goudse opted for Microsoft solutions, including Azure. De Goudse has a 'SaaS before PaaS before IaaS strategy'. The integration reference architecture took on as many Azure PaaS (Platform as a Service) solutions as possible and HSO followed this strategy as closely as possible. This phased approach ensured smooth connections to the Azure cloud.
Why HSO?
Thanks to our Azure expertise and vast experience supporting Azure migrations for our clients around the world, HSO can provide knowledgeable advice for your Biztalk migration. This ultimately saves you time, money, and mitigates potential risks. has developed a unique approach, including a set of useful tools, that simplify and accelerate the transition from BizTalk to Azure. We also guide you through every step.
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HSO Scan: BizTalk Assessment Accelerator
Our comprehensive approach includes the HSO Scan: BizTalk Assessment Accelerator, which provides a thorough assessment of your current BizTalk environment. This assessment helps identify potential challenges and opportunities, ensuring a smooth and efficient migration process.
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Blueprints & toolskits
Our blueprints bring together best practices based on Microsoft recommended approaches and strengthened by our own experience. Together with our toolkits (standardized templates), we can streamline the migration process and invest that time into understanding your unique business needs.
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Strategic guidance
HSO is your trusted advisor and partner throughout the migration. Supported by our expertise, we provide strategic guidance during the entire process. From initial planning and assessment, to the implementation, to optimization of the new Azure environment, our experts guide you through challenging strategic decisions. Together, we will ensure that your business remains secure, scalable, and ready for the future.
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Expert capabilities
HSO has more than 100 specialized developers, providing a wealth of experience for your BizTalk to Azure migration.
Free webinar:
BizTalk End-of-Life: How to Seamlessly Transition Your Business to Azure
Microsoft deprecated BizTalk 2020 at the end of 2022, which means there have been no upgrades since then. Your software can be vulnerable to cyber threats. Now is the time to plan the transition. Watch this on-demand webinar to learn how to transition to Microsoft Azure seamlessly.
Get started with our
BizTalk2Azure Assessment
HSO's BizTalk2Azure Assessment enables businesses to smoothly transition from BizTalk to Azure. Together, we craft a detailed roadmap, ensuring that all aspects of the migration are thoroughly evaluated and planned for. By leveraging our expertise, you can minimize potential risks and ensure a smooth, efficient, and cost-effective migration process.
Our assessment not only identifies potential challenges but also provides actionable next steps to address them. This ensures that your migration is aligned with your business objectives and that you can confidently move forward with the transition.
With HSO's BizTalk2Azure Assessment, you'll gain...
- A comprehensive understanding of the migration process
- A detailed roadmap for a smooth transition
- Clear insight into potential challenges and actionable next steps
- Strategies to minimize risks and increase efficiency
- An approach to migration that is both cost-effective and aligned to business objectives
Request your BizTalk2Azure Assessment
Unlock the full potential of your organization by transitioning from BizTalk to Azure with our specialized BizTalk2Azure Assessment. Request your assessment now to gain a comprehensive roadmap for a smooth, efficient, and cost-effective migration.