{"id":90769,"date":"2024-09-25T11:49:16","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T03:49:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/version-2.com\/?p=90769"},"modified":"2024-09-19T11:58:25","modified_gmt":"2024-09-19T03:58:25","slug":"migrating-from-box-to-google-drive-what-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/version-2.com\/en\/2024\/09\/migrating-from-box-to-google-drive-what-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Migrating from Box to Google Drive: what you need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The telltale signs of a successful migration from Box to Google Drive are minimal disruption and a smooth adoption process for your end users. In this guide, we\u2019ll walk through the key steps and considerations to keep in mind during the migration process using CloudM Migrate, a powerful tool that simplifies moving your data.<\/span><\/p>

1. Prepare your source<\/b><\/h2>

Before diving into the migration, it\u2019s crucial to prepare your source environment \u2014 in this case, Box \u2014 to avoid surprises that can cause issues down the road.<\/span><\/p>

What to keep in mind<\/b><\/h3>

When migrating data from Box to Google Drive, there are several factors to consider to ensure a smooth transition:<\/span><\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Document permissions<\/h3>

Migrating permissions can be tricky. It\u2019s important to ensure that shared folders, documents, and their permission levels are carried over correctly. CloudM Migrate can migrate documents with their associated permissions, so files will remain accessible to the same users.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Folder structure<\/h3>

Migrating your folder structure is crucial, especially for teams that rely heavily on file organization within Box. Fortunately, CloudM Migrate allows for the preservation of the folder hierarchy, ensuring everything remains as familiar as possible for end users.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Less is more \u2013 clean up before the move\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>

A migration is an excellent opportunity to tidy up your data. Over time, files that are no longer relevant or necessary can clutter your storage and slow down progress. With CloudM Migrate, you can ensure only required data gets transferred by:<\/span><\/p>

Targeting specific users or folders:<\/b><\/span> you have the flexibility to migrate specific users or groups of users to a Shared Drive or personal account. CloudM Migrate also allows targeting a specific folder within a user\u2019s Box account.<\/span><\/p>

Applying date filters:<\/b><\/span> to avoid moving unnecessary data, you can set date filters to migrate only files that were created or modified within a specific date range.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div>

2. Consider the specifics of your destination<\/b><\/h2>

While Google Drive is a powerful and flexible platform, it\u2019s important to understand its limitations to avoid any issues post-migration.<\/span><\/p>

Google Shared Drive object limits<\/b><\/h3>

As of July 2024, Shared Drives in Google Workspace have expanded capabilities. Shared Drives can now have:<\/span><\/p>