How do I upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for my business?

Many Windows 10 Pro devices already meet the requirements for Windows 11 Pro. Check whether your devices are eligible by visiting the Can I upgrade to Windows 11? page, or work with your IT provider to plan deployment at scale. To outfit your team with new devices, explore Windows 11 Pro PCs that meet your business needs.

What are Copilot+ PCs?

Copilot+ PCs are a new category of Windows devices with built-in NPUs (neural processing units) designed to accelerate on-device AI workloads. These devices enable faster performance for supported AI experiences, improved efficiency and longer battery life 5 , helping power modern, AI‑enabled workflows on Windows.

Is Windows 11 Pro more secure than Windows 10 Pro?

Yes. Windows 11 Pro includes hardware-backed protections , enhanced phishing safeguards, memory integrity enabled by default and continuous OS hardening, making it Microsoft’s most secure version of Windows for business.

How can I buy Microsoft PCs for business or partner with Microsoft?

You can purchase devices directly from Microsoft , work with a certified partner, or choose from authorised resellers. For larger organisations, Microsoft partners can assist with deployment and modernisation planning.

What makes Windows 11 Pro an enterprise-grade operating system?

Windows 11 Pro is considered an enterprise-grade operating system because it’s built to support the security, control and scalability businesses need as they grow. It includes advanced features like device encryption, secure sign-in options and built-in protection against modern threats, helping keep company data safer whether employees are working in the office or remotely. Complete with AI tools for business and enterprise-grade security, Windows 11 Pro is a business operating system that helps organisations run efficiently while supporting long-term device management.

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Business runs smarter on Windows 11 Pro

Secure, AI-ready and built for modern work to help teams move faster and keep IT in control.

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Windows 11 Pro: Real results for the way your business works.

Designed to reduce friction across operations, Windows 11 Pro turns advanced security, smarter productivity and streamlined IT into tangible performance and efficiency gains organisations can measure.

Protect your organisation with hardware-backed defences like Windows Hello, BitLocker, Pluton and advanced device-to-cloud safeguards that keep data secure by default.

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Help employees work more efficiently with AI-powered workflows ¹, Copilot ², snap layouts, focus tools and collaboration experiences designed to keep teams moving.

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Experience fast startup times, long battery life ⁵ and optimised hardware that powers high-performing work-styles across your fleet.

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Simplify management with scalable deployment, remote onboarding, automated updates and flexible policy controls that help keep IT in control and operations running smoothly.

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The proof is in the numbers

Businesses who shift to Windows 11 report fewer incidents, faster performance and stronger productivity across their fleets.

Organisations upgrading to Windows 11 Pro report up to 58% fewer security incidents compared to legacy systems.³

Forrester TEI study reports 20% productivity gains when employees work on next-gen AI PCs.

Windows 11 Pro devices deliver up to 42% faster completion ⁶ of demanding workloads compared to Windows 10 PCs.

Windows 11 Pro streamlines deployment with modern device management, enabling up to 25% faster device rollout.

Windows 11 Pro: Real results for the way your business works.

Protect your organisation with hardware-backed defences like Windows Hello, BitLocker, Pluton and advanced device-to-cloud safeguards that keep data secure by default.

Learn more
Help employees work more efficiently with AI-powered workflows ¹, Copilot ², snap layouts, focus tools and collaboration experiences designed to keep teams moving.

Learn more
Experience fast startup times, long battery life and optimised hardware that powers high-performing work-styles across your fleet.

Learn more
Simplify management with scalable deployment, remote onboarding, automated updates and flexible policy controls that help keep IT in control and operations running smoothly.

Learn more

The proof is in the numbers

Businesses who shift to Windows 11 report fewer incidents, faster performance and stronger productivity across their fleets.

Organisations upgrading to Windows 11 Pro report up to 58% fewer security incidents compared to legacy systems.³

Forrester TEI study reports 20% productivity gains when employees work on next-gen AI PCs.

Modern Windows 11 Pro devices deliver up to 30% faster boot times and reduced downtime.

Windows 11 Pro streamlines deployment and management, boosting IT efficiency and device rollout by up to 25%.

Windows 11 Pro: Real results for the way your business works.

Protect your organisation with hardware-backed defences like Windows Hello, BitLocker, Pluton and advanced device-to-cloud safeguards that keep data secure by default.

Learn more
Help employees work more efficiently with AI-powered workflows ¹, Copilot ², snap layouts, focus tools and collaboration experiences designed to keep teams moving.

Learn more
Experience fast startup times, long battery life and optimised hardware that powers high-performing work-styles across your fleet.

Learn more
Simplify management with scalable deployment, remote onboarding, automated updates and flexible policy controls that help keep IT in control and operations running smoothly.

Learn more

The proof is in the numbers

Businesses who shift to Windows 11 report fewer incidents, faster performance and stronger productivity across their fleets.

Organisations upgrading to Windows 11 Pro report up to 58% fewer security incidents compared to legacy systems.³

Forrester TEI study reports 20% productivity gains when employees work on next-gen AI PCs.

Modern Windows 11 Pro devices deliver up to 30% faster boot times and reduced downtime.

Windows 11 Pro streamlines deployment and management, boosting IT efficiency and device rollout by up to 25%.

See how businesses win with Windows 11 Pro

Results in action: From faster workflows to stronger security, discover how organisations succeed with Windows 11 Pro.

“On Windows 11 Pro, our developers, engineers and other team members have multifactor authentication to keep data and devices secure.”

— Mark Khachaturian, CEO, Wellvii

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“Windows 11 balances the tension between user experience and security.”

— Charles Pizzato, EGM, Technology Infrastructure, Suncorp

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“With Windows Autopatch, we cut deployment time from 90 minutes to 25.”

— Paul McKenna, Head of Workplace and Contact Centre Infrastructure, Westpac

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“We naturally considered other OS choices, but only Windows could support the 600 business apps we use in-house."

— Naoto Mori, IT Architect, IT Service Group, Information Management & Technology Unit, INPEX CORPORATION

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Proven outcomes for today’s businesses

According to Forrester and IDC studies, organisations upgrading to Windows 11 Pro and deploying next-generation AI PCs report measurable improvements in security posture, employee satisfaction and operational efficiency, alongside reduced IT management time and accelerated ROI. ⁴

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Proven outcomes for today’s businesses

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Your top questions, answered.

Many Windows 10 Pro devices already meet the requirements for Windows 11 Pro. Check whether your devices are eligible by visiting the Can I upgrade to Windows 11? page, or work with your IT provider to plan deployment at scale. To outfit your team with new devices, explore Windows 11 Pro PCs that meet your business needs.
Copilot+ PCs are a new category of Windows devices with built-in NPUs (neural processing units) designed to accelerate on-device AI workloads. These devices enable faster performance for supported AI experiences, improved efficiency and longer battery life ⁵, helping power modern, AI‑enabled workflows on Windows.
Yes. Windows 11 Pro includes hardware-backed protections, enhanced phishing safeguards, memory integrity enabled by default and continuous OS hardening, making it Microsoft’s most secure version of Windows for business.
You can purchase devices directly from Microsoft, work with a certified partner, or choose from authorised resellers. For larger organisations, Microsoft partners can assist with deployment and modernisation planning.
Windows 11 Pro is considered an enterprise-grade operating system because it’s built to support the security, control and scalability businesses need as they grow. It includes advanced features like device encryption, secure sign-in options and built-in protection against modern threats, helping keep company data safer whether employees are working in the office or remotely. Complete with AI tools for business and enterprise-grade security, Windows 11 Pro is a business operating system that helps organisations run efficiently while supporting long-term device management.

[1] Windows 11 Survey Report. Techaisle, September 2024. Study commissioned by Microsoft. Results are self‑reported by surveyed organisations and are in comparison with Windows 10 devices; results will vary by organisation.
[2] Microsoft 365 Copilot requires a per‑user license; sold separately.
[3] Performance claims vary by device and configuration. See Windows performance claims and test methodology: aka.ms/cpclaims and aka.ms/windowsperformancelab.
[4] Sources: (a) New Tech: The Projected Total Economic Impact™ of Microsoft Copilot+ PCs. Microsoft-commissioned study by Forrester Consulting, July 2025. Projected benefits for a single composite organisation that has US$1 billion annual revenue and 2,000 employees with 80% using Copilot+ PCs. In comparison to a mixed environment of conventional Windows 11 and Windows 10 PCs. (b) IDC Report on AI PCs (2024), IDC Custom Solutions; sponsored by Microsoft. Findings and benefits may vary by organisation.
[5] Battery life varies significantly by device and with settings, usage and other factors. See Windows Performance Lab.
[6] Results based on comparison with Windows 10 PCs. Performance varies significantly by device, configuration, usage and other factors. Based on testing conducted by Principled Technologies.

Business runs smarter on Windows 11 Pro

Windows 11 Pro: Real results for the way your business works.

Secure by default

Work smarter, anywhere

Speed that powers progress

Simplify and scale IT

The proof is in the numbers

Windows 11 Pro: Real results for the way your business works.

Secure by default

Work smarter, anywhere

Speed that powers progress

Simplify and scale IT

The proof is in the numbers

Windows 11 Pro: Real results for the way your business works.

Secure by default

Work smarter, anywhere

Speed that powers progress

Simplify and scale IT

The proof is in the numbers

See how businesses win with Windows 11 Pro

“On Windows 11 Pro, our developers, engineers and other team members have multifactor authentication to keep data and devices secure.”

“Windows 11 balances the tension between user experience and security.”

“With Windows Autopatch, we cut deployment time from 90 minutes to 25.”

“We naturally considered other OS choices, but only Windows could support the 600 business apps we use in-house."

Proven outcomes for today’s businesses

Proven outcomes for today’s businesses

Choose the right devices for your business.

Business Laptops

2-in-1s

All-in-Ones

Copilot+ PCs

Want to see what your future looks like with Windows 11 Pro for Business?

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