Need a New Pegasus Opera 3 Support Partner? Here's What to Know

Is your current Pegasus Opera 3 partner no longer able to support you? Or are you concerned about what the Visual FoxPro end-of-life announcement means for your business? The good news is that you have options, and changing your support partner doesn't have to mean changing your accounting software.

Pegasus Opera 3 has been a trusted accounting and business management system for many years. But with Visual FoxPro approaching end of life in December 2028, some businesses are beginning to reassess their support arrangements and what comes next.

Whether your existing partner is withdrawing support, you're looking for additional expertise or you're considering a future upgrade, finding the right partner can make all the difference.

Can you change your Pegasus Opera 3 support partner?

Yes. If your current Pegasus Opera 3 support partner can no longer support your system, you can explore transferring your support to another provider without necessarily replacing your accounting software.

For businesses that have relied on Opera 3 for years, this is an important distinction.

Your existing system might still do everything your business needs. You may have established processes, bespoke reports or integrations that work perfectly well.

In these circumstances, switching to an experienced Pegasus support partner could be a much more practical solution than investing in entirely new software.

Before switching, it's worth reviewing your existing support contract, licensing arrangements and any bespoke requirements to ensure a smooth transition.

Who provides Pegasus Opera 3 support in the UK?

Pegasus Opera 3 is supported through a network of specialist UK partners, including The HBP Group.

With over 30 years of experience working with Pegasus systems, we're an established Pegasus support partner, with HBP businesses listed in the official Pegasus partner directory.

Our dedicated Pegasus team brings together over 100 years of combined experience, helping businesses with day-to-day software support, accounting processes, reporting, troubleshooting and upgrades.

And because our expertise extends beyond Pegasus, we can help you consider your longer-term software requirements, too.

What does the Visual FoxPro end-of-life announcement mean?

Pegasus has announced that Opera 3 Visual FoxPro will reach end of life on 30 December 2028.

After this date, the Visual FoxPro edition will no longer receive compliance updates, including changes required to meet new legislation.

However, that doesn't mean your software will automatically stop working, or that you need to replace Opera 3 entirely.

For many businesses, upgrading to Pegasus Opera 3 SQL SE could provide a suitable way forward while retaining a familiar accounting environment.

If you're unsure what the announcement means for your business, read our guide to [Pegasus Opera 3 Visual FoxPro end of life]([INSERT BLOG URL]).

Why choose a Pegasus partner with wider ERP experience?

Your accounting software needs might be very different today from when you first implemented Opera 3.

And while finding someone who understands your existing system is important, it's also worth considering whether they can support your business as it evolves.

At The HBP Group, we don't just support Pegasus.

We also implement and support Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Sage 200 and Sage Intacct, with experience delivering over 300 ERP projects.

That means we can help you explore several options:

• Stay with Opera 3: Get experienced support for the software you already use.
• Upgrade to Opera 3 SQL SE: Move away from Visual FoxPro while retaining the familiar Opera 3 environment.
• Explore another ERP solution: Consider whether a different platform could better support your future requirements.

The important thing is that you shouldn't feel pressured into replacing software that still works for your business.

Equally, if your business has outgrown Opera 3, it's worth having a partner who can help you understand what else is available.

Looking for a new Pegasus Opera 3 support partner?

Whether your existing provider can no longer support you, you're preparing for Visual FoxPro's end of life or you simply want a second opinion on your accounting software, we're here to help.

At The HBP Group, we can help you continue using Pegasus Opera 3, plan an upgrade to SQL SE or explore alternative ERP systems when the time is right.

You don't need to know your next step before speaking to us. We're here to help you work it out.