Microsoft 365 Setup & Migration
Shared drive to SharePoint migration, on site
Moving files from an old server or NAS to Microsoft 365.
Moving files from an old server or NAS to Microsoft 365.
A SharePoint move is the chance to fix years of folder sprawl. We review the old structure, archive what's not used, and plan sites or libraries by team or function, with permissions set on groups. Long file paths, special characters and very deep nesting cause sync problems, so those are dealt with before files move. Duplicate and orphaned files are flagged for your review.
What the technician does
- Plan the folder structure and permissions
- Migrate files and test access
- Show staff how to use it
We clean up old folders before moving, not after.
About shared drive to SharePoint migration
Files are copied with migration tools that keep dates and history where possible, then a final sync is done at changeover so nothing is lost. We set up OneDrive sync on each PC so staff still see familiar folders in File Explorer. Old mapped drives are made read-only for a period, then retired. Staff get a short walk-through on sharing and finding files.
What usually causes it
- Ageing file server or NAS due for replacement
- Staff working remotely and needing files away from the office
- VPN slow for opening documents
- Moving the whole business into Microsoft 365
Before we arrive
- Login for your domain registrar or DNS host
- Admin access to your current email or Microsoft 365 tenant
- A list of staff, their roles and which shared folders they use
- Any shared mailboxes such as accounts or info addresses
What a visit looks like
When you book shared drive to SharePoint migration, you tell us what's going on and we reply with a time that suits you and a price. Nothing starts until you're happy with both.
On the day, the technician arrives, looks at the problem in person and confirms the plan with you before starting. If something turns out different from what was expected - a part is needed, or the cause is somewhere else - we stop and agree the change with you first.
When the work is done we test it with you, show you what was changed, and leave the area tidy. For business jobs we note what we did, so there is a record for whoever looks after your IT next.
Pricing
Each shared drive to SharePoint migration job is priced before work starts. The price depends on what's involved - the size of the site, the equipment, and whether parts are needed - so the quickest way to a number is to tell us about the job on the booking form.
There is no contract and no monthly fee. You book the job you need and pay for that job.
Shared drive to SharePoint migration: questions
Will files look the same to staff afterwards?
Mostly. Synced libraries appear in File Explorer like normal folders. The main differences are sharing and version history, which we walk staff through. Sharing links and access requests are covered too.
Is anything not suited to SharePoint?
Very large files, some database-backed applications and files opened by older software on a mapped drive can struggle. We identify those early and keep them on suitable storage.
Do you do shared drive to SharePoint migration on site?
Yes. We come to businesses and homes across Auckland and Hamilton and do the work where the equipment is.
How much does shared drive to SharePoint migration cost?
It depends on what's involved. Tell us about the job on the form and we'll confirm the price before any work starts.