Airtel, a leading telecommunications company, faced a significant challenge with its outdated SharePoint 2008 system. The system was not only inefficient but also hindered collaboration and productivity across the organization. Despite multiple attempts, the project to migrate to a more modern platform had been delayed by over two years.
The primary challenge was to migrate from SharePoint 2008 to SharePoint Online (SPO) via SharePoint 2016, while simultaneously modernizing the infrastructure. This required a comprehensive strategy to ensure minimal disruption to
minimize disruption to ongoing operations and fully leverage the advanced capabilities of SharePoint Online.
Airtel partnered with Cloud Titans, leveraging their senior advisory services to steer the project to completion.
Cloud Titans applied their expertise in cloud solutions and project management to deliver a robust migration plan, which included:
1. Assessment and Planning: Conducting a thorough assessment of the existing SharePoint environment and identifying key areas for improvement.
2. Modernization Strategy: Developing a modernization roadmap that included upgrading to SharePoint 2016 as an interim step before moving to SharePoint Online.
3. Execution: Migrating in carefully planned phases to ensure a smooth transition, with continuous monitoring and quick issue resolution.
4. Training and Adoption: Providing extensive training to Airtel staff to maximize the adoption and utility of SharePoint Online’s new features and capabilities.
Thanks to the strategic guidance and hands-on support from Cloud Titans, Airtel successfully completed the migration in just eight months.
The project, delayed for over two years, was finally delivered, resulting in:
1. Enhanced Collaboration: Advanced SharePoint Online features improved teamwork and communication across departments.
2. Increased Productivity: Streamlined workflows and processes significantly boosted productivity.
3. Future-Ready Infrastructure: A modern, scalable, and secure SharePoint environment that supports Airtel’s long-term digital transformation
