Nonprofit British Columbia
Habitat Conservation Trust FoundationServer Cloud Migration Without Losing a Single File
Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation had outgrown its traditional on premises file server. As more staff worked from different locations, accessing and collaborating on shared files became increasingly challenging. The organization wanted a modern, cloud based solution that would improve accessibility while maintaining a clear structure for managing documents across the business.
Regroove worked closely with the organization to plan and execute a full migration to SharePoint Online and Microsoft Teams. The project began with governance and discovery sessions to understand how information was used across the organization and to define a structure for sites, permissions, and navigation within Microsoft 365. The organization was divided into four distinct business areas, each reviewed individually to ensure the new environment reflected the needs of its users.
Using the approved design, Regroove built the SharePoint sites, Microsoft Teams workspaces, and global navigation structure that would become the organization's new digital workplace. The migration was completed in phases, allowing files to be moved methodically while maintaining continuity for staff. Permissions were applied according to the approved governance model, ensuring employees had access to the information they needed while maintaining appropriate controls.
To support adoption, Regroove delivered coaching sessions that helped staff understand how to work effectively within Teams and SharePoint. As a result, employees were able to transition confidently to the new environment and begin collaborating from day one.
The result was a successful move from a legacy file server to a modern Microsoft 365 platform, providing secure access to files from anywhere, improved collaboration across teams, and a structure designed for long term growth. With a well organized SharePoint environment and knowledgeable users, Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation gained a sustainable and future ready home for its information.