BizTalk End of Life — April 2030
Your BizTalk Replacement Is Ready Now.
Microsoft BizTalk Server 2020 is the final version — with full support ending April 2030. CData Arc is the on-premises-first EDI and MFT platform that replaces BizTalk without forcing a cloud migration or a full re-architecture.
Actively supported. Flat-rate pricing. Deploy on your existing infrastructure and connect every system BizTalk touches today.
Why Act Now
The Clock Is Running on Every BizTalk Deployment
BizTalk migrations are complex. The organizations that start planning now will finish before the deadline — the ones that wait won’t.
BizTalk 2016: Jan 2027
Extended support for BizTalk Server 2016 ends January 11, 2027. If your clients are on 2016, migration is already behind schedule.
BizTalk 2020: Apr 2030
BizTalk Server 2020 is Microsoft’s final release. Mainstream support ends April 2028, extended support ends April 10, 2030 — permanently.
No Azure Required
Microsoft’s path leads to Azure Logic Apps — a full re-architecture in the cloud. CData Arc runs on your existing Windows Server infrastructure.
Fast Onboarding
Systems integrators routinely cut partner onboarding from 4–5 months to under 2 months when moving clients from legacy B2B platforms to CData Arc.
BizTalk Replacements Don’t Have to Mean Cloud Migration.
Microsoft’s recommended path — Azure Logic Apps — is a full re-architecture that moves everything to the cloud and into a single vendor’s billing meter. CData Arc gives you a modern, actively supported integration platform that runs exactly where BizTalk runs today: on your own servers, in your own data center, under your own control.
Installs on Windows Server. No cloud dependency. Keeps data residency and compliance requirements intact.
CData Arc connects to the same databases, ERPs, and internal systems that BizTalk integrates with today — without rebuilding from scratch.
CData Software is actively investing in Arc. Regular updates, responsive support, and a product roadmap that doesn’t end in 2030.
Platform Capabilities
A Comprehensive BizTalk Replacement, Built for the Long Run.
CData Arc covers the full range of EDI, MFT, and application integration that BizTalk deployments rely on, with modern tooling and no legacy debt.
- EDI TranslationX12, EDIFACT, HL7, HIPAA, and 50+ EDI standards natively.
- AS2 (Drummond Certified)Certified AS2 since 2004 — 30+ straight certifications, every test.
- SFTP, FTPS, AS4, OFTPFull managed file transfer protocol support.
- Database ConnectivitySQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and more — on your own hardware.
- ERP & CRM ConnectorsSAP, Dynamics, Salesforce, and 300+ application connectors.
- Visual Workflow DesignerDrag-and-drop UI requires no .NET expertise or Visual Studio.
- Admin API & ScriptingFull API access and event-driven automation for advanced workflows.
- Role-Based Security & AD/SSOEnterprise access controls with Active Directory support.
- Audit Logs & ReportingComplete transaction history and compliance-ready reporting.
- High Availability & DRBuilt-in HA and disaster recovery for mission-critical pipelines.
Migration Playbook
A Proven Path from BizTalk to CData Arc
Phased migration means zero disruption. Run CData Arc alongside BizTalk during transition, then cut over workflow by workflow.
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1Audit Your BizTalk Workflows
Inventory all orchestrations, send/receive ports, maps, and trading partner profiles. Identify dependencies on internal databases, ERPs, and applications.
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2Install Arc on Existing Infrastructure
CData Arc installs on the same Windows Server environment as BizTalk. No new infrastructure required. Both platforms run in parallel during migration.
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3Recreate Connections & Workflows
Map BizTalk orchestrations to Arc workflows using the visual designer. Reconnect databases, ERPs, and trading partners. Existing XSLT maps can be reused directly.
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4Test in Parallel
Run Arc alongside BizTalk and validate output parity. Arc’s built-in workflow testing and audit logs make side-by-side validation straightforward.
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5Cut Over & Decommission BizTalk
Move production traffic to CData Arc workflow by workflow. Once validated, decommission BizTalk ahead of the 2027 or 2030 deadline.
Side by Side
BizTalk vs. CData Arc
See why systems integrators are choosing CData Arc as the drop-in replacement for their BizTalk deployments.
| Capability | Microsoft BizTalk | CData Arc |
|---|---|---|
| On-premises deployment | Yes | Yes |
| Actively supported | Until Apr 2030 | Yes — ongoing |
| EDI (X12, EDIFACT, HL7) | Yes | Yes — 50+ standards |
| AS2 / SFTP / FTPS / OFTP | Limited / add-on | Full, Drummond Certified AS2 |
| Database connectivity | Via adapters | Unlimited DB connectors |
| ERP / CRM application connectors | Limited / partner add-ons | 300+ connectors included |
| Visual low-code workflow designer | Requires .NET / Visual Studio | Drag-and-drop UI |
| Cloud migration required | Microsoft pushes Azure | No — deploy anywhere |
| Flat-rate / predictable pricing | Per-server licensing | Flat annual fee available |
| No per-partner / per-transaction fees | Complex tiered licensing | Unlimited connectors |
| Built-in HA & disaster recovery | Complex to configure | Built in |
Systems Integrators Trust CData Arc to Replace Legacy B2B Platforms
Tangentia Migrates Clients from IBM Sterling B2B Integrator to CData Arc
“Typically, onboarding a new client using Sterling Integrator would take four to five months. Now with CData Arc, we were able to migrate all 11 existing projects in just about four months, and new clients take less than two months to onboard.”
— Rushabh Dharwadkar
B2B Technical Lead, Tangentia
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P&G Uses CData Arc to Improve Data Security, Syncing, and Accuracy
“We have gained a lot of revenue by increasing the accuracy of our trading partner orders. We are also looking for new breakthroughs in the process of working with new trading partners. Most importantly, for the information sent to customers, we are more confident.”
— Milan Turk
Managing Director, P&G Global Customer eCommerce
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ChannelApe Embeds CData Arc, Enables Customer EDI and MFT
“CData Arc has helped our business focus on solving the core problems of D2C supply chains rather than rebuilding proprietary connections for EDI and MFT.”
— Michael Averto
CEO, ChannelApe
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Start Your BizTalk Migration Before the Deadline.
Try CData Arc free. Deploy on your own infrastructure today.