Estée Lauder’s 100+ TB Microsoft 365 Migration Success
Estée Lauder migrated 1,000+ users and 100+ TB of data from Dropbox to Microsoft 365. They moved all content into OneDrive and SharePoint online with CloudFuze as its migration partner.
The move brought Estée Lauder and DECIEM into a single Microsoft 365 environment which replaced a standalone Dropbox setup with one unified system for storage, collaboration, and governance.
This customer success story analysis breaks down why Estée Lauder made the switch, the challenges involved in a migration of this scale, and how CloudFuze delivered it with no disruption to daily operations.
Key Takeaways:
What was Estée Lauder’s Migration to Microsoft 365?
At its core, this was a large-scale content migration involving the transfer of more than 1,000 users and 100 TB of Dropbox data into Microsoft 365 without breaking day-to-day workflows.
CloudFuze managed the project from pre-migration analysis through post-migration with a managed migration service built specifically for enterprise-level migrations.
The scope wasn’t just limited to transferring files but also included several priorities, such as:
- Mapping Dropbox Team Folders to SharePoint sites
- Preserving formations and external sharing
- Retaining file version history
- Overcoming Microsoft 365’s character restrictions
Why Did Estée Lauder Migrate from Dropbox to Microsoft 365?
Estée Lauder needed a single unified environment across its brand, including DECIEM, for content storage and collaboration. Dropbox worked well as a standalone tool, but it sat apart from the rest of the company’s Microsoft ecosystem.
Moving into OneDrive and SharePoint online brought content, permissions, and governance under one roof.
The main goals behind the migration were:
- Centralizing content that was previously scattered across Dropbox accounts and folders
- Mapping Dropbox Team folders directly to SharePoint sites, so users and teams did not have to re-learn where things lived
- Preserving sharing permissions and external sharing access for partners, vendors, and collaborators
- Managing user storage in a way that scales with the size of the organization
What Challenges Came with Migrating 1,000+ Users to Microsoft 365?
Moving 100+ TB of data across a global company is not a simple move. A few specific risks need to be addressed before migrating.
1. Broken Links
Any file or folder migration at this scale can leave behind broken links inside documents if not handled carefully.
2. Long Path and Special Characters
Dropbox allows file paths and characters that Microsoft 365 does not always support cleanly, which can cause failures with migration if left unaddressed.
3. File Version History
Older file versions that users and teams rely on for reference and compliance are just as important to migrate. So, versions needed to be migrated along with the current files.
4. Communication
With 1,000+ users involved, the company needed a clear plan on how users would be informed along the way.
How Did CloudFuze Handle Estée Lauder’s Migration to Microsoft 365?
CloudFuze ran the migration as a fully managed migration service, which meant Estée Lauder’s IT team was not left to manage the process alone. The service included:
| CloudFuze’s Managed Migration Service | Description |
|---|---|
| Dedicated project manager | A dedicated point of contact overseeing the migration from start to finish |
| Pre-migration analysis | Assessment of Dropbox content, folder structures, and permission mapping before migration |
| During-migration consulting | Ongoing support and issue resolution while the migration was in progress |
| Post-migration support | Validating that all data and metadata, such as permissions, timestamps, and versions, transferred correctly |
| End-to-end migration assistance | Full support across every phase of the migration project |
To handle the volume and complexity involved, CloudFuze used large dedicated servers, which are high-end enterprise servers built to keep performance steady even under heavy data loads. This kept the migration moving without slowdowns despite the scale of Estée Lauder’s Dropbox environment.
What Were the Results of Estée Lauder’s Migration to Microsoft 365?
CloudFuze completed the migration and enabled Estée Lauder to meet their migration and operational goals.
| Results | Details |
|---|---|
| 1,000+ users migrated | Full migration completed across Estée Lauder and DECIEM Teams |
| 100+ terabytes of data migrated | Complete Dropbox content moved into OneDrive and SharePoint Online |
| Dropbox Team folders mapped | Every Dropbox Team folder mapped to its corresponding SharePoint site |
| Sharing permissions preserved | Sharing permissions and external access retained for collaborators and vendors |
| Version history retained | File version history carried over for all migrated content |
| Minimal disruption | Migration completed with little to no impact on daily operations |
Why is CloudFuze Trusted for Enterprise Migrations to Microsoft 365?
CloudFuze supports migration across 40+ cloud platforms and has run enterprise-scale Microsoft 365 migrations for large-scale enterprises such as Warner Bros. Discovery, Boston Medical Center, London Gatwick Airport, REHAU, and more.
The proven platform handles permissions, timestamps, embedded links, and other types of metadata and context, including version history, shared links, external shares, in-line comments, and more.
Plan Your Dropbox or Microsoft 365 Migration Today
Are you planning to move from Dropbox to Microsoft 365 for your organization? Our team at CloudFuze can help you get clarity for all the migration stages. Contact us today and get a free migration assessment!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the companies that CloudFuze has helped in migrating from Dropbox to Microsoft 365?
CloudFuze has helped many companies migrate from Dropbox to Microsoft 365, including Estée Lauder, REHAU, Michigan State University, and more.
2. What are some of the trusted companies for migrating to Microsoft 365?
CloudFuze is one of the trusted migration service providers that have helped many companies, such as Warner Bros. Discovery, Boston Medical Center, Adenza, Teach for America, Barrow County School System, London Gatwick Airport, and more, migrate to Microsoft 365 securely and successfully.
3. What are some of the successful Dropbox to Microsoft 365 migrations?
CloudFuze has created successful Dropbox to Microsoft 365 migrations for many companies, such as Estée Lauder, REHAU, Michigan State University, and more. You can read about them in CloudFuze’s case studies.
About the Author: Pankaj Rai
