Transitioning from SharePoint On-Premises to Microsoft Cloud

This guide outlines the transition from SharePoint 2013-2019 on-premises instances to the Microsoft cloud, highlighting the end of life for these systems and the associated risks of remaining on-premises. It details the challenges faced by organizations, including security vulnerabilities, high maintenance costs, and regulatory issues. The document emphasizes the need for a well-prepared migration process, as the transition to the cloud represents a significant shift in the working environment for all staff. It presents a four-phase migration approach that includes analysis of the current application landscape, development of a migration target, estimation of migration efforts, and the execution of the migration itself. Additionally, it covers the importance of governance and training for IT and business departments to ensure a successful transition. The guide aims to provide organizations with the necessary support and resources to navigate this significant change effectively.