Data migration services are essential for today's business operations . They enable the fast and reliable exchange of data between systems, especially when developing and adopting new technologies. Data migration facilitates access to and editing of critical information, whether you are moving from legacy systems or to a new cloud provider. To ensure a smooth migration, the process includes various steps such as analysis, planning, execution, and verification.  

Why use SharePoint to migrate to Nextcloud?

In March 2025, Microsoft blocked the judge of the International Criminal Court (ICC) and his Office 365 account. Should this happen to your company, you would lose access to company data, emails, projects, and processes. Your company would cease to exist.

Now is the time to move to a cloud in the EU and use an open-source platform to circumvent US cloud regulations. Birdday IT is currently working with Nextcloud to manage all SharePoint metadata there. Once this development is complete, nothing will stand in the way of switching to Nextcloud. Nextcloud is an open-source platform and can be run in your own private cloud.

How data migration services improve the process

The Data Migration Services: The tools available during the migration from SharePoint to Nextcloud are crucial for a smooth and fast process. Experts analyze the existing data structure, look for weaknesses, and create a detailed migration plan that addresses any difficulties that may arise. This solution ensures the correct migration of all data—from user permissions to information—to Nextcloud and minimizes the risk of data loss. This makes the migration as seamless as possible.

How to migrate from SharePoint to Nextcloud

There are some important steps you need to take to ensure a smooth transition from SharePoint to Nextcloud . The best option is to engage an expert from Birdday IT. They will conduct detailed data analysis and lead workshops with all stakeholders. The results will be incorporated into a detailed migration plan that meets all requirements. Once you approve this plan, this person can act as your project manager during the migration. Birdday IT can also perform the migration themselves. Of course, we will document and report on every step during the migration and train your staff. Following the migration, we offer managed services.  

Conclusion

Your SharePoint to Nextcloud migration is a large-scale project with many elements. Birdday will support you in carrying out this project, for example, by creating a migration plan, conducting workshops with stakeholders, performing detailed data analysis, designing the architecture of the new environment, managing the project, carrying out the migration itself, training staff, and providing managed services in the future.