Bridge to Cloud - Why Now is the Time to Migrate to Business Central Online
With the Bridge to the Cloud 2 offer expiring at the end of 2025, today’s article outlines why businesses need to seize the opportunity to migrate their ERP to the cloud, and how the Bridge to Cloud offer will evolve in 2026.
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With its continued focus on helping organisations unlock the power of the cloud, Microsoft has announced the launch of the Bridge to Cloud 3 (BTC3) offer, which will replace the existing Bridge to Cloud 2 promotion, beginning January 1st, 2026.
What Is the Bridge to Cloud Promotion?
The upcoming Bridge to Cloud 3 promotion offers eligible customers a 30% discount on three-year term subscriptions for Business Central. However, this is a 10% reduction in discount compared to the current Bridge to Cloud 2 offer (40%), meaning organisations who want to avail of extra savings on licenses need to take advantage of the Bridge to Cloud 2 offer while they still can, and commit to their Business Central online migration by December 31st 2025.
While Bridge to Cloud 3 reduces the discount compared to Bridge to Cloud 2, it will continue many of the same benefits. For example, customers with an active Enhancement Plan (EP) will be able to renew at no extra cost during the promotional term. BTC3 will also include additional savings for businesses with high concurrency that are migrating from NAV to Business Central online.
Key terms of the Bridge to Cloud offers
| Bridge to Cloud 2 | Bridge to Cloud 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Existing License | The on-premises license must have been active prior to September 1, 2022, and be tied to an active Enhancement Plan. | The on-premises license must have been active prior to September 1, 2024, and be tied to an active Enhancement Plan. |
| Discount | 40% off the commercial list price on a fixed three-year subscription. | 30% off the commercial list price on a fixed three-year subscription. |
| Signup Period | February 1st, 2023 – December 31st, 2025 | January 1st, 2026 - December 31st, 2027 |
What Does This Mean for Business Central On-Premises Users?
For businesses still running on-prem versions of Business Central, the existing Bridge to Cloud 2 promotion provides a timely opportunity to modernise their ERP system before costs rise. Microsoft has announced that Business Central prices will increase by 14% from the November 1, 2025, so locking in a cloud subscription now can help organisations avoid these prices and maximise savings.
Additionally, support for on-premises systems is steadily being reduced, while cloud-first innovation continues to accelerate. Moving to the cloud ensures that businesses don’t miss out on new features, integrations, and security updates.
Benefits of Migrating to Business Central Online
Moving to Business Central in the cloud is about more than just cost savings. It unlocks significant long-term business advantage:
Regular Upgrades - With the cloud version of Business Central, updates and new features are delivered automatically, ensuring businesses always have the latest capabilities and security features without the hassle of manual upgrades.
Lower Infrastructure Costs - Cloud eliminates the need for expensive on-premises servers, storage, and maintenance. This reduces IT overhead while providing enterprise-grade reliability.
Enhanced Security and Compliance - Microsoft invests heavily in cloud security and compliance, giving businesses confidence that their data is protected and compliant with global standards.
Scalability and Flexibility - As a cloud-based solution, Business Central Online allows businesses to easily scale number of users and functionality up or down as needed, ensuring organisations have a solution that can adapt in like with evolving needs.
Integration with Microsoft Ecosystem - The cloud version of Business Central integrates seamlessly with Microsoft solutions like Power Platform, Microsoft 365, and Azure services, helping organisations unlock new levels of productivity and business intelligence.
With price changes on the horizon and the Bridge to Cloud 2 promotion ending on the 31st of December 2025, the next few months are critical for organisations to plan their migration. By moving to Business Central online, companies not only benefit from significant cost savings, but also gain security, scalability, and access to innovation that will help them stay competitive in the years ahead.
To learn more about availing of the Bridge to Cloud 2 offer before it expires or start planning your Business Central migration, speak to a member of our team today.
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