Sep 16, 2025

Microsoft Ends Support for SharePoint Workflows

Why FireStart Is the Best On-Premise Alternative to K2

Digital transformation brings tremendous opportunities—but also significant challenges. One challenge will affect many organizations directly: in April 2026, Microsoft will officially end support for SharePoint Workflows.

This means that businesses still relying on classic SharePoint Workflows need to take action—quickly. The question is: what alternatives not only replace SharePoint Workflows, but also provide long-term future readiness?

The End of SharePoint Workflows: A Wake-Up Call

With the announced end of support, Microsoft is forcing organizations to re-evaluate their automation strategies. Nintex customers are also affected, as Nintex is built directly on the SharePoint 2013 workflow engine. While Nintex often points to K2 as an alternative, K2 is technically independent but considerably more expensive and complex.

As a result, the pressure is mounting to switch to a flexible and future-proof platform. Standing still is not an option—every organization needs a reliable and adaptable solution that:

Can run on-premises (for companies with strict compliance requirements),
Is future-ready and scalable,
And enables a smooth transition from existing processes.

As a result, the pressure is mounting to switch to a flexible and future-proof platform. Standing still is not an option—every organization needs a reliable and adaptable solution that:

Can run on-premises (for companies with strict compliance requirements),
Is future-ready and scalable,
And enables a smooth transition from existing processes.

As a result, the pressure is mounting to switch to a flexible and future-proof platform. Standing still is not an option—every organization needs a reliable and adaptable solution that:

Can run on-premises (for companies with strict compliance requirements),
Is future-ready and scalable,
And enables a smooth transition from existing processes.

Why FireStart Stands Out as the Alternative

While many vendors are pushing customers toward the cloud, FireStart offers true hybrid and on-premises flexibility—allowing organizations to continue hosting a state-of-the-art automation platform themselves. This makes FireStart a genuine alternative to Nintex Automation K2, particularly for businesses that need full data control and uncompromising compliance.

FireStart’s Key Strengths

On-Premise Workflow Automation
Unlike many cloud-only solutions, FireStart can be fully deployed on-premises—ideal for companies with strict data privacy and security requirements.
Seamless Migration from SharePoint Workflows
Existing processes can be efficiently rebuilt and improved. Instead of a 1:1 copy, workflows can be modernized during migration.
Low-Code / No-Code Design
Business departments can model processes independently, reducing IT dependencies, lowering costs, and speeding up implementation.
BPMN 2.0-Compliant Process Modeling
Standardized, intuitive process modeling for both IT and business teams.
Full Control & Governance
Data sovereignty, compliance, and governance are built-in.
End-to-End Platform
FireStart combines workflow engine, form builder, reporting, and governance—all integrated in a single platform.
A True Alternative to Nintex K2
Many potential K2 customers face challenges such as high costs, complex maintenance, and limited flexibility. FireStart provides a modern, future-proof alternative with clear advantages in usability, governance, and on-premises security.

FireStart’s Key Strengths

On-Premise Workflow Automation
Unlike many cloud-only solutions, FireStart can be fully deployed on-premises—ideal for companies with strict data privacy and security requirements.
Seamless Migration from SharePoint Workflows
Existing processes can be efficiently rebuilt and improved. Instead of a 1:1 copy, workflows can be modernized during migration.
Low-Code / No-Code Design
Business departments can model processes independently, reducing IT dependencies, lowering costs, and speeding up implementation.
BPMN 2.0-Compliant Process Modeling
Standardized, intuitive process modeling for both IT and business teams.
Full Control & Governance
Data sovereignty, compliance, and governance are built-in.
End-to-End Platform
FireStart combines workflow engine, form builder, reporting, and governance—all integrated in a single platform.
A True Alternative to Nintex K2
Many potential K2 customers face challenges such as high costs, complex maintenance, and limited flexibility. FireStart provides a modern, future-proof alternative with clear advantages in usability, governance, and on-premises security.

FireStart’s Key Strengths

On-Premise Workflow Automation
Unlike many cloud-only solutions, FireStart can be fully deployed on-premises—ideal for companies with strict data privacy and security requirements.
Seamless Migration from SharePoint Workflows
Existing processes can be efficiently rebuilt and improved. Instead of a 1:1 copy, workflows can be modernized during migration.
Low-Code / No-Code Design
Business departments can model processes independently, reducing IT dependencies, lowering costs, and speeding up implementation.
BPMN 2.0-Compliant Process Modeling
Standardized, intuitive process modeling for both IT and business teams.
Full Control & Governance
Data sovereignty, compliance, and governance are built-in.
End-to-End Platform
FireStart combines workflow engine, form builder, reporting, and governance—all integrated in a single platform.
A True Alternative to Nintex K2
Many potential K2 customers face challenges such as high costs, complex maintenance, and limited flexibility. FireStart provides a modern, future-proof alternative with clear advantages in usability, governance, and on-premises security.

Why Companies Need to Act Now

April 2026 Deadline: No more updates, support, or security for SharePoint Workflows.
Complex Dependencies: Many processes are deeply integrated with SharePoint—switching is not a quick fix.
Time Constraints: Migration projects typically take several months for analysis, design, testing, and rollout.

In other words: time is short, but first successes can be achieved faster than many expect.

April 2026 Deadline: No more updates, support, or security for SharePoint Workflows.
Complex Dependencies: Many processes are deeply integrated with SharePoint—switching is not a quick fix.
Time Constraints: Migration projects typically take several months for analysis, design, testing, and rollout.

In other words: time is short, but first successes can be achieved faster than many expect.

April 2026 Deadline: No more updates, support, or security for SharePoint Workflows.
Complex Dependencies: Many processes are deeply integrated with SharePoint—switching is not a quick fix.
Time Constraints: Migration projects typically take several months for analysis, design, testing, and rollout.

In other words: time is short, but first successes can be achieved faster than many expect.

Quick Wins with FireStart

FireStart delivers on-premise workflow automation, making it the true alternative to Nintex tools—especially for organizations that cannot move to the cloud for compliance or security reasons.

With FireStart, companies can:

Deliver Pilot Workflows in Weeks
Instead of months of preparation, initial processes can go live quickly as proofs of concept and internal motivators.
Replace SharePoint Workflows Step by Step
Migration doesn’t need to be a “big bang.” Critical processes can be prioritized, while others follow gradually.
Create Immediate Business Value
Through modern interfaces, intuitive design, and integrated reporting, processes are not only migrated—they are improved.

FireStart delivers on-premise workflow automation, making it the true alternative to Nintex tools—especially for organizations that cannot move to the cloud for compliance or security reasons.

With FireStart, companies can:

Deliver Pilot Workflows in Weeks
Instead of months of preparation, initial processes can go live quickly as proofs of concept and internal motivators.
Replace SharePoint Workflows Step by Step
Migration doesn’t need to be a “big bang.” Critical processes can be prioritized, while others follow gradually.
Create Immediate Business Value
Through modern interfaces, intuitive design, and integrated reporting, processes are not only migrated—they are improved.

FireStart delivers on-premise workflow automation, making it the true alternative to Nintex tools—especially for organizations that cannot move to the cloud for compliance or security reasons.

With FireStart, companies can:

Deliver Pilot Workflows in Weeks
Instead of months of preparation, initial processes can go live quickly as proofs of concept and internal motivators.
Replace SharePoint Workflows Step by Step
Migration doesn’t need to be a “big bang.” Critical processes can be prioritized, while others follow gradually.
Create Immediate Business Value
Through modern interfaces, intuitive design, and integrated reporting, processes are not only migrated—they are improved.

Roadmap to April 2026

Phase	Duration	Outcome
Analysis	2–4 weeks	Full overview of workflows, initial prioritization
Pilot	~3 months	First processes live in FireStart, visible business value
Migration	~6 months	Gradual replacement of critical processes
Rollout & Optimize	Ongoing	End-to-end automation and continuous improvement

Phase	Duration	Outcome
Analysis	2–4 weeks	Full overview of workflows, initial prioritization
Pilot	~3 months	First processes live in FireStart, visible business value
Migration	~6 months	Gradual replacement of critical processes
Rollout & Optimize	Ongoing	End-to-end automation and continuous improvement

Phase	Duration	Outcome
Analysis	2–4 weeks	Full overview of workflows, initial prioritization
Pilot	~3 months	First processes live in FireStart, visible business value
Migration	~6 months	Gradual replacement of critical processes
Rollout & Optimize	Ongoing	End-to-end automation and continuous improvement

Conclusion: Act Before Time Runs Out

There’s only about six months left before support ends. That may sound tight—and it is. But with the right strategy, organizations can achieve first results in just a few weeks.

FireStart offers the on-premise alternative to Nintex Workflows and Nintex Automation K2 that enterprises need now: secure, flexible, and fast to implement.

👉 Start today, achieve quick wins, and step by step build the future of workflow automation.

There’s only about six months left before support ends. That may sound tight—and it is. But with the right strategy, organizations can achieve first results in just a few weeks.

FireStart offers the on-premise alternative to Nintex Workflows and Nintex Automation K2 that enterprises need now: secure, flexible, and fast to implement.

👉 Start today, achieve quick wins, and step by step build the future of workflow automation.

There’s only about six months left before support ends. That may sound tight—and it is. But with the right strategy, organizations can achieve first results in just a few weeks.

FireStart offers the on-premise alternative to Nintex Workflows and Nintex Automation K2 that enterprises need now: secure, flexible, and fast to implement.

👉 Start today, achieve quick wins, and step by step build the future of workflow automation.

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