In this episode of Late Night Brew, Robert Buktenica and Josh Pusateri explore how organisations should approach migration tooling, testing and timeline planning when moving from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365.
While most migration tools can handle core workloads such as email and file data, not all tools support every Google service equally. This makes it critical to understand exactly what needs to be migrated before selecting a tool.
The discussion also highlights the importance of testing. By validating how data appears in Microsoft 365 early, organisations can confirm structure, identify issues and adjust settings before starting the full migration.
Finally, the episode addresses timelines. Migration speed depends on data size, item count and platform throttling, particularly on the Google side. Setting realistic expectations is essential to avoid delays.
In this episode, you will learn
- Why migration tool selection should be based on actual workloads
- What is required to connect migration tools across both platforms
- Why early testing helps avoid issues during migration
- How data structure differences impact outcomes in Microsoft 365
- What factors influence migration timelines and project duration
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction and episode setup
01:15 Choosing the right migration tool
02:35 Connecting tools to Google and Microsoft 365
03:29 How testing works before cutover
05:24 Planning realistic migration timeframes
07:27 Preview of the next episode and wrap up
Planning a migration from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 requires the right tools, testing approach and realistic timelines.
Download our ebook Navigating the Transition Migrating from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 for a deeper guide to planning, risks and best practices.
If you would like expert guidance tailored to your environment, contact our team to discuss your migration strategy and next steps.
