G Suite Tenant-to-Tenant Migration – Tools and Best Practices

[Peter Groft]

Looking into best practices and native tool recommendations for a G Suite tenant-to-tenant migration (Google Workspace T2T). The objective is to transfer Gmail, Google Drive files, calendars, contacts, and user accounts between two Google Workspace domains while maintaining data integrity and minimizing disruption.

Key areas of focus include preserving Drive file ownership, retaining calendar sharing settings, and ensuring a seamless user transition. Native options such as the Google Data Migration Service and GAM (Google Apps Manager) are under review for handling bulk user management and data transfer.

Challenges like domain aliasing, re-authentication, and Drive permission mapping are also part of the planning process. Organizations often consult domain experts like Apps4Rent, who are experienced in handling complex Google Workspace environments, to understand technical considerations before starting the migration.

Any insights from those who’ve completed a Google Workspace tenant migration—especially regarding scripting, automation, or data integrity—would be greatly appreciated. Looking forward to feedback from the community.