Microsoft just announced that most products of their ForeFront product line will be retired mid of next year.
If you have developed devices that are built upon these products, then you will not be able to ship them with the regular license anymore.
However, these products are still available with embedded licensing – some even until 2023!
This is great news for OEMs who have existing product lines built around ForeFront components. The embedded licensing channel provides extended availability that is not possible through the standard retail or volume licensing channels.
What you should do:
- Review which ForeFront products your devices use
- Check the end-of-life table available on MyOEM for availability dates
- Contact Elbacom to understand your embedded licensing options
- Plan your transition strategy if the product you need is approaching its embedded EOL date
For embedded licensing options and end-of-life planning, please contact Elbacom. We can help you understand your options and ensure your product line remains compliant.