Top 7 Challenges in Office 365 Migration and How to Overcome Them
Migrating to Office 365 (Microsoft 365) can unlock huge benefits for businesses: enhanced collaboration, better security, and more scalable infrastructure. But the path to the cloud isn’t always smooth. Recent research and industry surveys show that many organizations struggle with technical, security, and organizational issues. Here are the top 7 challenges in Office 365 migration — plus practical strategies to overcome them, based on the latest data. 1. Security & Compliance Risks Challenge: Security remains one of the biggest drivers for M365 adoption — and one of the biggest obstacles. According to a 2025 survey of 650 IT professionals by Share Gate, 64% said improving security was their top reason for migrating. But managing security during the migration is complex. How to Overcome It: Implement a Zero Trust security model. Use tools like Conditional Access and enforce Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) before, during, and after migration. Conduct regular access revi...