Device migration automation for Windows — Entra ID Device Migration

Device migration automation for Windows is a service that migrates Windows workstations from traditional domain-joined or workgroup environments to Microsoft Entra ID, formerly Azure AD. It uses an automated migration tool to reduce manual effort, downtime, and migration errors while preserving user profiles, personal data, settings, and configurations.

This service is intended for Windows workstations in domain-joined or workgroup environments that need to be moved to Entra ID. It supports enterprise-scale migrations across large numbers of physical workstations and remote devices connected through VPNs, provided the client environment and access requirements are ready.

Yes, the service is designed to preserve user profiles during the migration. Profile data can include documents, desktop preferences, browser favorites, recent file lists, settings, configurations, and other personalized data included in the selected user profile migration scope.

Yes, IT Partner migrates selected devices and joins them to Entra ID as part of the engagement. The service also includes validation that devices are successfully joined and that required security and compliance policies are maintained where they are part of the client’s configured environment.

The service includes an initial discovery session, a tailored migration strategy, migration tool configuration, customized migration scripts and settings when required, test migration, automated migration of selected devices and user profiles, Entra ID join validation, user access validation, and migration support. It also includes review of licensing requirements and compliance before migration.

The original source service description does not define specific out-of-scope items or additional-cost items. Any listed exclusions are AI-drafted standard exclusions for this service type and should be confirmed with IT Partner during scoping.

The stated service duration is 14 days. The exact migration schedule within that period depends on the number of selected devices, remote connectivity conditions, profile complexity, testing results, and the migration roadmap agreed with the client.

The listed price for Device migration automation for Windows is $6 per seat. Buyers should confirm the final seat count and scope with IT Partner because pricing depends on the devices or users included in the migration engagement.

No additional Microsoft licenses are required for the migration process itself. However, Entra ID licensing may be required depending on the client’s current Microsoft environment, desired configuration, and existing licensing position.

The client must provide access to the current environment, including user profiles, domain information, and device inventory. The client must also ensure the Entra ID environment is ready for device migration, including required configurations and access, and must collaborate with IT Partner to define the migration scope, schedule, and expectations.

IT Partner starts with environment assessment and discovery, then develops a migration roadmap aligned with the client’s needs and schedule. The team configures the migration tool, customizes settings, performs a test migration, migrates selected devices and user profiles, validates Entra ID join status, verifies user access to settings, data, and applications, and resolves residual issues.

The service is designed to minimize user disruption by using automation and standardized migration processes. Some user impact may still occur during device migration, profile transition, validation, or troubleshooting, so timing and communication should be planned with IT Partner during the migration roadmap phase.

Yes, the service supports remote Windows devices connected through VPNs. Successful remote migration depends on connectivity, device accessibility, VPN availability, and the client providing the required access and inventory information.

The service supports migration from both traditional domain-joined environments and workgroup environments to Entra ID. IT Partner assesses the current device state during discovery and configures the migration approach based on the client’s infrastructure and selected devices.

IT Partner is responsible for discovery, migration strategy, migration tool configuration, script and settings customization, automated device and profile migration, Entra ID joining, validation, and migration support. The client is responsible for providing environment access, user profile and device inventory information, Entra ID readiness, migration scope decisions, scheduling input, and feedback on migration results.

Yes, the implementation plan includes testing the migration of devices and user profiles before broader selected-device migration begins. This helps validate the migration tool setup, profile handling, and Entra ID join process before proceeding with the agreed migration scope.

The service reduces migration errors by using an automated migration tool, standardized processes, and client-specific migration settings rather than relying primarily on manual device-by-device work. IT Partner also performs testing, validation, troubleshooting, and residual issue resolution to improve migration consistency.

After migration, IT Partner validates that devices are joined to Entra ID and that users retain access to their settings, data, and applications. The service also includes ongoing technical support during the engagement and resolution of residual issues related to migrated devices or profiles.

The service includes joining devices to Entra ID while maintaining required security and compliance policies as part of the migration process. The exact policy behavior depends on the client’s Entra ID environment readiness and existing Microsoft configuration, so policy requirements should be reviewed during discovery.

The listed manager for this service is Roman Sotnik. The service SKU is ITPWW540MIGOT, which can be used to identify the Device migration automation for Windows offering when discussing scope, pricing, and scheduling with IT Partner.