Migration from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365: unifying global collaboration

Standardizing collaboration in the cloud

An Italian excellence in the lighting design industry embarked on a digital transformation journey to standardize productivity and collaboration tools across its international operations.

The migration from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365, carried out with Lodestar’s support, enabled the creation of an integrated, secure ecosystem aligned with the global strategies of the parent group.

Objective

Standardize corporate productivity environments to enhance collaboration, operational efficiency, and security, while ensuring full integration with Microsoft Dynamics and other group platforms.

Strengths

Lodestar designed and managed the complete migration from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365, ensuring business continuity and data integrity.

The project included:

  • Conversion and migration of files with guaranteed integrity
  • Precise mapping of permissions and document hierarchies
  • Configuration of SharePoint and OneDrive for advanced document management
  • User training and support throughout all phases of the transition
Benefits

The new Microsoft 365 platform enhanced both internal and international collaboration, optimized productivity, and enabled new opportunities for automation and AI.

Integration with SharePoint streamlined content management, while consistency across business tools ensured full alignment with the company’s global sustainability and innovation strategies.

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