With Exchange Server 2016 and 2019 reaching end of support this year, most organizations will need to upgrade to Microsoft Exchange Server SE (Subscription Edition). However, the upgrade path may seem complex, introducing new technical and organizational challenges. 
In this blog post, we’ll explain the different paths to ensure a smooth migration to Exchange Server SE.

For more general questions about Microsoft Exchange Server SE, please visit our article: Exchange Server SE explained – Help for the Upgrade.

Check out our flowchart, which highlights the most important steps and options. It will help you maintain an overview and show you exactly how to make the switch effectively and safely: 

How to upgrade successfully –
Our Exchange migration roadmap

Explanation of terms

  • In Place – Takes place on the same server. Typically, the simpler method, where the Exchange version is updated. It is similar to installing a cumulative update.

  • MoveMailBox / Swing / Legacy Migration – A more complex method, where a new Exchange server is installed alongside the old environment, and the mailboxes are migrated to the new server.

Here the corrosponding microsoft Blog: Exchange Server Roadmap Update

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You can find a small insight into our methodology in our blog: Best Practices for Server Upgrades – How to Save Time and Money.

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