Google Workspace → Microsoft 365 Migration

Google Workspace → Microsoft 365 Migration

Why Migrate?

• Enhanced integration with Microsoft tools
• Better enterprise control & security
• Improved collaboration with Teams
• A unified productivity platform, as some businesses are using Microsoft in some form or another

Migration Roadmap

• Plan & Assess
• Domain Verification
• User Setup
• Email Migration
• Drive Migration
• Test & Launch

Step 1 – Planning

• Identify users & mailboxes
• Choose migration method (IMAP, PST, 3rd party tools)
• Schedule downtime

Step 2 – Domain Verification

• Add the domain in the Microsoft 365 admin
• Update DNS records with registrar (TXT verification)

Step 3 – User Account Setup

• Use Azure AD or manual CSV import
• Assign licenses
• Enable Multi-factor authentication

Step 4 – Email Migration

• Use Microsoft Migration Wizard or IMAP
• Validate batches
• Monitor via Exchange Admin Centre

Step 5 – Drive Migration

• Tools: Mover.io (Microsoft), ShareGate, Cloudsfer
• Map Google Drive to OneDrive or SharePoint

Step 6 – Testing & Go-Live

• Test mail flow and calendar sync
• Communicate the cutover date
• Provide quick-start user guides

Best Practices

• Backup data before migration
• Notify users early
• Pilot with a small group
• Schedule during low traffic

You are Live Now. 🙂

Tools Checklist

Please let me know if there are any questions at support@innoligo.com