When you are moving to Microsoft's Office 365 cloud offering, choosing the right migration tool to help you get there is very important. It's a good idea to evaluate third-party migration products that provide the extended functionality, support, and the capabilities necessary to ensure success.

Every organization might not require help from a third-party vendor, but, it's a best practice to calculate the benefits a migration partner might bring to your project and compare them to the needs of your organization. I must caution you, however, to choose your vendors wisely, and be absolutely sure you're getting the functionality you need.  

The most important step is to understand what your requirements really are. Make a list of your migration requirements in the areas of performance, support/services, reporting, and project management. The major areas of evaluation should be:

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