Migrating to Microsoft 365 (M365) gives businesses flexibility, scalability, enhanced security, and collaboration tools. With a solid plan and the right steps, migrating your data and workflows to the cloud can be a straightforward and stress-free process.
What is a Microsoft 365 Migration?
A Microsoft 365 migration moves your organization’s data, users, and workloads from another system or an older Microsoft setup to Microsoft 365 (M365).
Simply put, you move your company’s email, files, and collaboration tools to Microsoft’s cloud platform.
What Usually Gets Migrated
- Email: Mailboxes to Exchange Online (from on-prem Exchange, Google Workspace, IMAP, etc.)
- Files: Documents to OneDrive and SharePoint Online (from file servers, Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.)
- Collaboration Data: Teams chats, channels, calendars
- Users & Identities: Accounts, passwords, groups (often via Azure AD / Entra ID)
Common Migration Scenarios
- On-premises Exchange → Microsoft 365
- Google Workspace → Microsoft 365
- File server → SharePoint & OneDrive
- Tenant-to-tenant migration (mergers, acquisitions)
- Partial or staged migrations (moving users in waves)
Tip 1: Get Organized - Clean Up and Take Inventory
Audit and clean up your content before you move anything. Don’t migrate unnecessary or outdated data. Clean up to simplify your migration and avoid problems later. Start by:
- Removing orphaned users and unused accounts
- Clearing empty libraries and lists
- Shortening long file names
- Archiving or deleting duplicate and outdated content
Don’t do a “file dump” from your physical server. Keep everything clean and organized so you can migrate smoothly and only bring what matters to your business.
Tip 2: Use Microsoft FastTrack
Microsoft FastTrack is a free service for eligible subscriptions that simplifies migration for organizations of all sizes, even those with hundreds of thousands of users. FastTrack provides:
- Step-by-step guidance from specialists
- Best practices and prerequisites for migration
- Tools and resources to streamline onboarding
FastTrack has already migrated over 38 petabytes of data for some of the world’s largest organizations. If you have 150+ licenses for Microsoft 365, Office 365, Windows 10/11, or Enterprise Mobility and Security, you may qualify for this service. It’s a proven way to reduce complexity and accelerate your move to the cloud.
Tip 3: Consult a Certified Microsoft Partner
Migration can be complex, even with great tools. Partner with a Microsoft-certified provider for expert guidance at every step. Certified partners bring:
- Deep knowledge of Microsoft products and processes
- Proven experience in cloud solutions and security
- Personalized support before, during, and after migration
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