A User-Friendly Guide from Takala Technology

Still relying on an on-premise server? It may be time to consider making the move to a more flexible, secure SharePoint environment within Microsoft 365. At Takala Technology, we help businesses like yours determine readiness, plan migrations, and fully leverage your Microsoft 365 investment.

Here’s a simplified guide to get started:

Applications:
Take stock of your current tools. Are you still running apps like Adobe, QuickBooks, or Office locally?
Many business applications now have robust cloud versions. If your tools aren’t cloud-ready yet, we can help evaluate alternatives or guide the transition.

Computers:
For best SharePoint performance, devices should be:

  • Less than 5 years old

  • Equipped with an SSD (not an HDD)

  • Running at least an i5 processor, 256GB SSD, and 16GB RAM

Internet Connection:
Fiber internet is ideal for cloud-based environments, but high-speed cable may work too. Not sure what you have? We’ll happily audit it for you.

Microsoft 365 Licensing:
Not all M365 licenses include SharePoint. We recommend Business Premium for optimal functionality and cybersecurity. Check out our M365 Business Premium guide.

Files:
Identify what server data needs to move to SharePoint. Standard plans start with 1TB of storage—scalable as needed.

Printing:
Most printing is managed by your server. Tools like Printix allow seamless cloud-based printing—we can set this up for you.

Tech Support That Knows the Cloud:
Your IT partner matters. Migration to SharePoint isn’t just about moving files—it’s about doing it securely and efficiently. At Takala Technology, we’ve successfully helped businesses transition and thrive in cloud-first environments. Let us review your setup and provide a custom SharePoint Readiness Report.

Other Things to Consider:

  • Use Multi-Factor Authentication with Microsoft 365

  • Consider how you scan documents—scan-to-email or SharePoint folders may replace your current shared drives

  • Sync all user devices to OneDrive for built-in file recovery and portability

Want to know if your business is SharePoint-ready?
Contact Takala Technology for a free consultation and system review. We’ll walk you through it—all tech, no overwhelm.