Reliable Microsoft 365 Migration Services for Surrey Businesses
North Star manages Microsoft 365 migrations for businesses in Surrey, British Columbia. We handle everything from initial tenant setup and licence assignment through email cutover, data migration, and post-migration support. Our process is designed to keep downtime to an absolute minimum so your team is productive from the first morning in Microsoft 365. We also configure security defaults, MFA, and conditional-access policies as part of every migration.
Microsoft 365 Migration for Surrey businesses.
A summary of what is included in our Microsoft 365 Migration service for clients in Surrey and surrounding areas.
Email and calendar migration.
We migrate mailboxes, calendars, and contacts from Google Workspace, on-premise Exchange, or legacy POP/IMAP providers to Microsoft 365 with full data integrity verified post-cutover.
SharePoint and OneDrive setup.
We structure SharePoint sites and document libraries to match how your team actually works, then migrate files from on-premise servers, Dropbox, or Google Drive.
Teams deployment.
We configure Microsoft Teams channels, external-sharing policies, and calling features. Staff get a brief orientation session so they are productive from day one.
Security hardening post-migration.
Every migration includes MFA enforcement, conditional-access policies, and email-authentication records (SPF, DKIM, DMARC) so your new Microsoft 365 tenant is secured from the start.
Why Surrey businesses choose North Star.
What makes us the right IT partner for organizations in Surrey, British Columbia.
Zero data-loss migrations.
We run a parallel phase where both environments are live before cutover. Every mailbox and file is verified before we flip the switch, eliminating the risk of lost data.
Minimal disruption to {CITY} operations.
We schedule cutovers for low-traffic windows and staff a live bridge for the first morning in Microsoft 365. Most migrations complete over a weekend with no lost productivity.
Ongoing Microsoft 365 management.
After migration, we manage licences, apply updates, and provide helpdesk support for Microsoft 365 as part of our managed IT plans. You are not left to figure it out alone.
Common questions about Microsoft 365 Migration.
How long does a Microsoft 365 migration take?
Most small-business migrations (under 25 mailboxes) complete in one to two weeks, including planning, data migration, and post-cutover support. Larger environments take longer depending on data volume.
Can you migrate from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365?
Yes. We migrate email, calendar, contacts, and Google Drive files to the equivalent Microsoft 365 services. We handle the domain and DNS changes as well.
Will our email be down during the migration?
No. We run a parallel period where both systems receive email before cutover. The actual switchover is scheduled for a low-traffic window and typically completes in under an hour.
Do you handle Microsoft 365 licence purchasing?
Yes. We are a Microsoft partner and can procure licences directly. We also review your current licences and recommend the right plan mix to avoid overpaying for unused features.
Ready to get started in Surrey?
Book a free 30-minute scoping call. We will walk through your current setup, identify gaps, and outline what a transition to North Star looks like for your team.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does an Office 365 migration and management project take in Surrey?
The timeline for an office 365 migration and management project varies based on your current data volume and the complexity of your existing systems. For most small to mid-sized businesses in Surrey, the discovery and planning phase takes one to two weeks, followed by the actual data migration which can occur over a weekend to minimise disruption. We provide a detailed project roadmap during our initial assessment.
Will our business experience downtime during the Microsoft 365 migration?
Our goal at Northstar IT is to achieve zero downtime for your team. By using advanced synchronisation tools, we move the majority of your data in the background. The final cutover is typically scheduled outside of your standard business hours, ensuring that Surrey employees can log into their new Microsoft 365 environment on Monday morning without missing a single email or file access.
What are the security benefits of migrating to Microsoft 365?
Migrating to Microsoft 365 provides Surrey businesses with enterprise-grade security features, including encrypted storage, automatic updates, and advanced threat protection. When paired with Northstar IT managed services, we add layers of security awareness training and dark web monitoring. This ensures your cloud environment is protected against modern cyber threats while maintaining compliance with Canadian data privacy standards.
Do you provide Microsoft 365 consulting for existing setups?
Yes, we offer comprehensive Microsoft 365 consulting for organisations that have already migrated but are not using the platform to its full potential. We help Surrey firms optimise their licensing costs, improve security configurations, and implement collaborative tools like SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to streamline internal workflows and improve remote work efficiency across British Columbia.