Windows 11 rollout complete – Thank you for making it a success! 

We’re delighted to share that the rollout of Windows 11 to staff devices is now complete – and it’s been a great success, thanks to you. 

Since launching on 24 February, more than 1,750 laptops have now successfully moved to Windows 11. The final upgrades were rolled out last week, marking the end of the project. 

Thanks to your willingness to adapt, dive into the support materials, and get on board with the changes, the transition went smoothly. And because so many of you installed the upgrade promptly and familiarised yourselves with the new system, we were able to speed things up—bringing the final groups forward and finishing ahead of schedule. It also helped to ease the pressure on IT support, which made a big difference. 

Windows 11 offers a range of smart, time-saving features, including: 

• Snap Layouts let you neatly arrange open windows side-by-side, so you can stop switching tabs and focus on what matters. 

• Multiple Desktops allow you to create separate workspaces for different tasks – perfect for juggling meetings, emails, and reports. 

• Voice Access gives you the ability to control your PC and write emails using just your voice. 

• Narrator helps read long documents aloud – great for accessibility and focus. 

As we get started on delivering our Vale 2030 Corporate Plan, this successful rollout is a great reminder of what’s possible when we embrace new systems and ways of working.  

‘Being the best council we can be’ means embracing new digital tools  and supporting our people so we can keep improving how we do things. 

Change is part of the journey—and staying flexible and adaptable will help us keep moving forward. 

If you haven’t upgraded to W11 yet, please do so as soon as possible or contact ICT for assistance if you're struggling to upgrade. If you still have questions about Windows 11, take a look at the Windows 11 FAQ on StaffNet for support and tips on getting the most out of the new system.