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OneDrive Migration Project

A centralized, role-based contact management solution enabling instant access and faster response across healthcare units.

Ohio, USA
 OneDrive Migration Project

Background

The OneDrive migration project involved migrating 16,000 users' file share locations from on-premises file shares to OneDrive. The goal was to modernize storage infrastructure, enhance collaboration, and leverage cloud-based features.

Solution

The Contact Manager solution was developed to address this challenges and various work-units were given Teams-enabled phones without access to native contact apps. Here's how it works

Massive Data Migration

Successfully migrated approximately 11-12 terabytes (TB) of data to OneDrive.

Automation

Developed scripts to automate the migration process, utilizing 5 servers to complete the project within 6 months.

Redundancy Elimination

Made on-premises file shares redundant and read-only, ensuring a seamless transition.

Key Features

Used Jira - For tracking all Issues

Used Confluence – Documentation

Tracked and prevented upcoming problems.

Impact Measurement

  • Centralized Contact Management: Standardized contacts are maintained centrally, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
  • Unit-Specific Contacts: Each unit can have its own set of specialized contacts, catering to specific needs.
  • Role-Based Access: Contacts are assigned based on roles, enabling efficient management and access control.
  • Template-Based Contact Lists: Predefined templates are made available for contact lists, customized for each unit.
  • Teams Channel Creation: New Teams channels are created for each contact list, with admins responsible for managing contacts and user access.

Outcomes

  • Efficient Contact Management: Staff can quickly access frequently called numbers, improving communication and response times.
  • Reduced Administrative Burden: Authorized personnel can manage contact lists, reducing the need for manual updates.
  • Customization: The solution is tailored to the specific needs of each unit, ensuring that staff have access to the contacts they need.

Benefits

Automatic Backup

Files are automatically backed up to the cloud, reducing data loss risks.

Zero Touch Migration USP

Approx. 16,730 user migrations complement using the Zero-touch migration approach. The Zero Touch Migration approach automates the migration process, minimizing manual intervention and reducing human error. Key aspects include automated scripts, scheduler jobs that pick users from a CSV file, automatic log uploads for transparency, and limited validation by migration team members. This approach delivers quicker, more efficient, and error-free migrations, ensuring a seamless experience for clients by leveraging technology to lead the process.

Cloud Content Management

Users can leverage version history, collaboration, and sharing features.

Enhanced Productivity

OneDrive's sync capabilities ensure files are up-to-date across devices.

Monetary Plus

Approx. $200K savings realized over the period of 5 years.