"Cloud migration" denotes the act of relocating workloads between environments. But migration doesn't just work for on-premise data - it also works between two cloud platforms. This is called Cloud to Cloud migration (C2C).
C2C migration is typically faster and less complicated than on-premise migrations because the data is already in the cloud. There's no need for physical infrastructure changes or complex network configurations.
These workloads encompass emails, drives, calendars, documents, relevant metadata, instant messages, permissions, collaborative platforms, teams, and more. This involves transitioning from an existing cloud office to a fresh cloud office setting. Common scenarios include Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 migration or migrate from Microsoft 365 to Google Workspace.
How Cloud to Cloud Migration Works
A professional migration tool evaluates specific workloads, determines whether the data needs to be moved while upholding its integrity, transfers the data from the source to the destination, and confirms governance in the succeeding platform. Organizations often require a shift to Microsoft Teams or similar platform changes. For more details, see our cloud-to-cloud migration strategy guide.
Analyze & Plan
Utilize audit features to assess the volume and types of data to migrate
Configure
Set up your source and target cloud platforms with proper credentials
Migrate
Initiate the migration and monitor progress in real-time through the dashboard
Verify
Confirm data integrity and governance in the destination platform
With Cloudiway, you can monitor the entire migration process through a comprehensive dashboard, tracking progress, identifying issues, and ensuring successful completion.
What Gets Migrated
Cloud to cloud migration covers all types of business-critical workloads:
| Workload | Description | Cloudiway Support |
|---|---|---|
| Emails | Mailboxes, folders, labels | |
| Drives | Files, folders, permissions | |
| Calendars | Events, meetings, attendees | |
| Documents | All file types and metadata | |
| Instant Messages | Teams, Slack, Google Chat | |
| Permissions | Sharing and access rights | |
| Collaborative Platforms | Teams, Spaces, Sites | |
| Metadata | Timestamps, properties |
Common Challenges
Much like a normal cloud data migration, cloud to cloud migration also has its set of challenges. Understanding these helps you prepare and choose the right migration partner:
Data Loss
The biggest nightmare in any migration - ensuring no data is lost during transfer
Downtime
Any time services are unavailable costs the business money and credibility
Cost Overruns
Poorly managed migrations can become more costly than planned
Compliance & Security
Ensuring the migration meets legal requirements and doesn't compromise data
Using a professional migration tool like Cloudiway helps mitigate these risks through automated processes, real-time monitoring, and expert support.
Why Companies Perform C2C Migration
As an increasing number of businesses embrace cloud platforms like Microsoft 365, the need for cloud to cloud migrations rises due to various factors:
Business Changes
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Tenant Consolidation
- Divestitures
Platform Changes
- Google to Microsoft 365
- Rebranding
- Cost Optimization
Cloudiway provides the fastest and most reliable cloud to cloud migration solution on the market.
