The Hidden Data Migration Problems That Break Microsoft 365 Projects
Every year, enterprises move critical workloads to the cloud, and Microsoft 365 is often a top destination. But migration is rarely a simple copy-and-paste exercise: industry research has long shown that data migration projects frequently run over schedule and over budget, with some studies reporting that more than 80% miss their original time or cost targets. In addition, Microsoft’s own SharePoint limits make planning essential, since file paths must stay within platform constraints and content must be handled carefully to avoid failures or loss of fidelity. To avoid disruption, organizations usually bring in a Microsoft 365 consulting partner to help with assessment, cleanup, identity mapping, permissions, and migration execution. The real challenge is not just moving files, but preserving access, metadata, compliance, and business continuity throughout the transition. Common Data Migration Problems That Break Microsoft 365 Projects Successful Microsoft 365 Consulting Company ...