Univik Migration Services

GroupWise Email Migration Services

✓ GroupWise Expert All Versions Supported Zero Downtime 100% Data Integrity
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Univik provides professional GroupWise email migration services for organizations moving away from Micro Focus GroupWise. We migrate to Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Exchange, and other platforms with zero downtime and complete data integrity including document management.

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  • All GroupWise Versions: GroupWise 18.x, 2014, 2012, 8.x, 7.x, and Novell legacy.
  • All Data Types: Emails, contacts, calendars, tasks, notes, and document libraries.
  • All Destinations: Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Exchange, and more.

📧 Migration Capabilities

100%Data Integrity
ZeroDowntime
380+GroupWise Migrations
12+Years Exp.

Migration Destinations

380+

GroupWise Migrations

40K+

Mailboxes Migrated

100%

Data Integrity

2013

Since

✓ GroupWise Expert
✓ Zero Downtime
✓ 100% Data Integrity
✓ Document Libraries
✓ 380+ Migrations

GroupWise Versions

Supported GroupWise Versions

We migrate from all versions of GroupWise including Micro Focus and legacy Novell installations.

Micro Focus GroupWise

Current Versions

  • ✓ GroupWise 18.x (Latest)
  • ✓ GroupWise 2014 R2
  • ✓ GroupWise 2014
  • ✓ GroupWise 2012
  • ✓ WebAccess / Mobility
  • ✓ Document Management

Novell GroupWise

Legacy Versions

  • ✓ GroupWise 8.x
  • ✓ GroupWise 7.x
  • ✓ GroupWise 6.x and older
  • ✓ NetWare backend
  • ✓ OES/SLES backend
  • ✓ eDirectory integration

All Platforms

Linux, Windows, NetWare

  • ✓ SUSE Linux (OES)
  • ✓ Windows Server
  • ✓ NetWare (Legacy)
  • ✓ Virtual machines
  • ✓ Multi-domain systems
  • ✓ Clustered environments

Migration Destinations

Migrate GroupWise To Any Platform

We migrate your GroupWise mailboxes to all major email platforms and file formats.

☁️

Microsoft 365

Exchange Online, Outlook

Business BasicBusiness StandardEnterprise
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Google Workspace

Gmail, Google Calendar

Business StarterBusiness PlusEnterprise
🏢

Exchange Server

On-Premises Exchange

Exchange 2019Exchange 2016Exchange 2013
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Other Platforms

Zimbra, Zoho, and More

ZimbraZoho MailGW Upgrade

📁 File Format Exports

Export GroupWise mailboxes to standard file formats for archival or import elsewhere.

PST (Outlook)MBOXEML FilesMSG FilesvCard (.vcf)iCal (.ics)

🔄 GroupWise to GroupWise

Migrate between GroupWise installations for upgrades, consolidation, or server moves.

Domain MergePost Office ConsolidationVersion UpgradePlatform Change

Data Migration

What Data We Migrate

Complete mailbox migration - all your GroupWise data transferred with full integrity.

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Emails

All Messages & Folders

  • ✓ All email messages
  • ✓ Complete folder structure
  • ✓ All attachments
  • ✓ Sent/Drafts/Trash/Junk
  • ✓ Read/unread status
👥

Contacts

Personal & Shared

  • ✓ Personal address book
  • ✓ Frequent contacts
  • ✓ Distribution lists
  • ✓ System address book
  • ✓ Contact details
📅

Calendars

Events & Scheduling

  • ✓ All calendar items
  • ✓ Recurring appointments
  • ✓ Posted items
  • ✓ Shared calendars
  • ✓ Resource scheduling
✅

Tasks & Notes

To-Do & Documentation

  • ✓ Personal tasks
  • ✓ Assigned tasks
  • ✓ Due dates & priority
  • ✓ Notes & memos
  • ✓ Completion status
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Document Libraries

DMS Content

  • ✓ Library documents
  • ✓ Version history*
  • ✓ Document properties
  • ✓ Folder structure
  • ✓ → OneDrive / Drive
⚙️

Metadata

Properties & Categories

  • ✓ Categories → Labels
  • ✓ Read/unread status
  • ✓ Date/time stamps
  • ✓ Message flags
  • ✓ Importance/priority

* Note: GroupWise Document Management Library items are migrated to OneDrive (M365) or Google Drive (Workspace). Version history may have limitations depending on destination platform capabilities.

Migration Scenarios

Common Migration Scenarios

Why organizations migrate from GroupWise and how we help with each situation.

☁️ Cloud Adoption

Moving from on-premises GroupWise to Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace for better collaboration, mobility, and reduced infrastructure costs.

Remote WorkNo Server MaintenanceModern Features

🏢 NetWare Retirement

NetWare infrastructure reaching end of support. Time to move GroupWise from legacy NetWare to modern cloud platform rather than OES migration.

NetWare EOLLegacy PlatformModern Stack

💰 Licensing Costs

GroupWise licensing and Micro Focus maintenance costs adding up. Cloud platforms offer predictable per-user pricing with bundled features.

Cost ReductionPredictable PricingBundled Features

🏛️ Merger & Acquisition

Consolidating email systems after company merger. Need to unify GroupWise with parent company's Microsoft 365 or Google platform.

Domain MergeUser ConsolidationSingle Platform

👥 Skills Shortage

GroupWise and Novell expertise becoming rare. Organization struggling to find administrators with GroupWise experience for ongoing support.

Admin ShortageTraining CostsModern Skills

📈 Enterprise Features

Business outgrowing GroupWise capabilities. Need enterprise features like advanced compliance, eDiscovery, DLP, and ATP.

ComplianceeDiscoveryAdvanced Security

Your Concerns

Addressing Your Migration Concerns

Common questions and concerns about migrating from GroupWise.

"Will there be downtime?"

Minimal to Zero. We perform initial migration while GroupWise is running. Final cutover with delta sync takes minutes. Users may not even notice the switch.

"What about document libraries?"

Fully Supported. We migrate GroupWise Document Management content to OneDrive (M365) or Google Drive (Workspace). Folder structure preserved. Users keep access to all documents.

"How much does it cost?"

From $15/mailbox. Volume discounts available. No hidden fees. We provide detailed quote after free assessment. Payment after successful migration.

"How long will it take?"

Depends on Size. 1-50 mailboxes: 1-3 days. 50-200 mailboxes: 3-7 days. 200+ mailboxes: 1-2 weeks. We can work nights/weekends to minimize disruption.

"Still running legacy Novell?"

No Problem. We migrate from legacy Novell GroupWise versions (6.x, 7.x, 8.x) running on NetWare or OES just as easily. All data extracted and migrated to modern platforms.

"Is our data secure?"

Encrypted & Secure. All data transferred over encrypted connections. We use secure protocols and sign NDAs. Data deleted from our systems after migration.

How It Works

Our Migration Process

A proven 6-step process that ensures successful GroupWise migration with minimal disruption.

Assessment

We analyze your GroupWise environment - version, domains, post offices, mailbox count, document libraries, and special requirements. Free assessment with detailed migration plan.

Planning

Create migration schedule, set up destination environment, configure connections. Plan document library migration and post office consolidation strategy.

Pre-Migration

Initial bulk migration while GroupWise remains active. Most data transferred during this phase with zero user impact. Users continue working normally.

Verification

Verify data integrity - compare mailbox counts, folder counts, calendar items, document libraries. Identify and resolve any issues before cutover.

Delta Sync

Final sync to catch any new emails since pre-migration. Quick process - typically minutes. MX records updated to point to new platform.

Cutover & Support

DNS cutover to new platform. User communication and email client configuration support. Post-migration monitoring and issue resolution.

⏱️ Typical Migration Timeline

1-3 Days

1-50 Mailboxes

3-7 Days

50-200 Mailboxes

1-2 Weeks

200+ Mailboxes

Minutes

Final Cutover

Pricing

Migration Pricing

Transparent per-mailbox pricing with volume discounts. Free assessment included.

Small

$15

Per mailbox

  • ✓ 1-25 mailboxes
  • ✓ Emails & attachments
  • ✓ Contacts & calendars
  • ✓ Basic support
  • ✓ 1-2 day turnaround
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Standard

$12

Per mailbox

  • ✓ 26-100 mailboxes
  • ✓ Full data + libraries
  • ✓ Delta sync included
  • ✓ Priority support
  • ✓ 2-5 day turnaround
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Business

$10

Per mailbox

  • ✓ 101-500 mailboxes
  • ✓ Multi-domain
  • ✓ Document libraries
  • ✓ After-hours work
  • ✓ Dedicated engineer
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Enterprise

Custom

Contact for quote

  • ✓ 500+ mailboxes
  • ✓ Multi-post office
  • ✓ Complex DMS
  • ✓ Custom requirements
  • ✓ Project manager
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💡 What is Included

All pricing includes: emails, contacts, calendars, tasks, notes, document libraries, categories, folder structure, delta sync, verification, and post-migration support. No hidden fees.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about GroupWise email migration.

We migrate from all GroupWise versions including Micro Focus GroupWise 18.x (latest), 2014 R2, 2014, 2012, and legacy Novell GroupWise 8.x, 7.x, 6.x. We support GroupWise running on SUSE Linux (OES), Windows Server, and legacy NetWare platforms.

We migrate GroupWise to Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online), Google Workspace (Gmail), Exchange Server (on-premises 2013-2019), Zimbra, and other IMAP-compatible platforms. We also support GroupWise-to-GroupWise migrations for domain consolidation or version upgrades, plus export to PST/MBOX/EML files.

We migrate all mailbox data: emails with attachments, complete folder structure, personal and shared contacts, calendars (appointments, posted items, recurring events), tasks, notes, and Document Management Library content. GroupWise categories are converted to labels/categories on the destination platform.

Document libraries are fully migrated. For Microsoft 365 destinations, library content goes to OneDrive or SharePoint. For Google Workspace, content goes to Google Drive. Folder structure is preserved. Document properties and metadata are maintained where the destination platform supports them.

Timeline depends on mailbox count, data volume, and document library size. 1-50 mailboxes: 1-3 days. 50-200 mailboxes: 3-7 days. 200+ mailboxes: 1-2 weeks. Final cutover with delta sync typically takes minutes. We can work during off-hours/weekends.

Minimal to zero downtime. We perform initial bulk migration while GroupWise remains fully operational. Users continue working normally. Final cutover involves a quick delta sync (minutes) to catch new emails, then DNS/MX record update. Most users experience no interruption.

Pricing starts at $15 per mailbox for small migrations. Volume discounts: $12/mailbox (26-100), $10/mailbox (101-500), custom pricing for 500+. Includes all data types, document libraries, delta sync, verification, and support. Free assessment provided - no obligation.

Absolutely. We regularly migrate from GroupWise running on legacy Novell NetWare servers. This is a common scenario as organizations move away from NetWare infrastructure. We connect directly to the GroupWise system and extract all data regardless of the underlying platform.

Typically yes - we need admin-level access to efficiently migrate all mailboxes. Options include: GroupWise Admin Console access, trusted application access, or we can work with SOAP/REST API access for newer versions. We provide detailed instructions for each approach.

Yes, we migrate shared resources. GroupWise shared folders, shared calendars, and resource accounts are migrated where the destination platform supports equivalent features. For Microsoft 365, these become Shared Mailboxes, Room/Equipment resources, or Microsoft 365 Groups.

Categories are converted. GroupWise categories are converted to Gmail labels (Google Workspace) or Outlook categories (Microsoft 365). Your organizational structure is preserved. Color coding may differ based on destination platform capabilities.

Yes, typically. After migration, email clients need to be reconfigured. Users moving from GroupWise client to Outlook or Gmail will need to learn the new interface. For M365, modern Outlook often auto-configures. We provide training materials and user guides for all common clients.

Yes. We can migrate multiple GroupWise post offices to a single destination tenant, different tenants, or consolidate them during migration. Multi-domain GroupWise systems with complex post office structures are fully supported.

Absolutely. All data transferred over encrypted connections (TLS/SSL). We sign NDAs on request. Migration data is processed in secure environment and deleted after successful migration confirmation. We do not store or access your email content beyond technical requirements.

We recommend keeping GroupWise running (receive-disabled) for 2-4 weeks after migration as a backup reference. After you confirm everything is migrated successfully, you can decommission the system and cancel Micro Focus licensing. We do not modify or delete anything on your GroupWise system.

Success Stories

GroupWise Migration Case Studies

Real GroupWise migration projects we have completed for organizations.

GroupWise → M365 2024

School District

K-12 school district migrating from GroupWise 2014 on OES to Microsoft 365 Education for better collaboration with Teams and OneDrive.

450

Mailboxes

1.2TB

Data

10 Days

Completed

Result: Zero downtime summer migration. All staff and admin emails preserved. Document libraries migrated to OneDrive. Now using Teams for collaboration.

GroupWise → Google 2024

Non-Profit Organization

Non-profit moving from legacy GroupWise 8.0 on NetWare to Google Workspace for Nonprofits for free licensing and modern collaboration.

65

Mailboxes

85GB

Data

3 Days

Completed

Result: Smooth transition from NetWare. 15+ years of email history preserved. Now on free Google Workspace for Nonprofits.

Multi-Post Office 2024

County Government

County government consolidating 4 GroupWise post offices across departments into single Microsoft 365 GCC tenant for unified communication.

4

Post Offices

320

Mailboxes

12 Days

Completed

Result: All 4 post offices consolidated into single M365 GCC. Unified global address list. Compliance requirements maintained.

NetWare Retirement 2024

Manufacturing Company

Manufacturer finally retiring NetWare servers running GroupWise 7.0 by migrating directly to Microsoft 365 rather than OES migration.

95

Mailboxes

145GB

Data

4 Days

Completed

Result: All historical emails from 20+ years preserved. NetWare servers finally retired. Modern M365 platform with Teams integration.

Document Library 2024

Legal Firm

Law firm migrating GroupWise 2014 with extensive Document Management Library to Microsoft 365 with SharePoint document management.

75

Mailboxes

380GB

Data

5 Days

Completed

Result: All emails and document libraries migrated. Legal documents now in SharePoint with proper retention. Client matter organization preserved.

Archive Export 2024

Healthcare System

Hospital system exporting all GroupWise mailboxes to PST files for HIPAA-compliant long-term archival before Microsoft 365 migration.

280

Mailboxes

850GB

Data

8 Days

Completed

Result: All mailboxes exported to individual PST files for 7-year HIPAA retention. Then migrated to Microsoft 365 with Healthcare compliance.

Reviews

What Clients Say

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Sarah Johnson

IT Director, School District

"Migrating 450 mailboxes from GroupWise seemed overwhelming. Univik planned everything for summer break, and we came back to a fully functional M365 environment. Teachers love Teams and OneDrive integration!"

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Mark Peterson

CTO, County Government

"We had GroupWise running across 4 different departments with their own post offices. Univik consolidated everything into one M365 GCC tenant while maintaining our compliance requirements. Flawless execution!"

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Lisa Williams

Admin, Manufacturing

"Our NetWare server was ancient and nobody wanted to touch it. Univik extracted everything from GroupWise 7 and migrated us to M365. Twenty years of emails preserved - we didn't lose a single message!"

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About Univik

Univik is an email migration and digital forensics company founded in 2013.

With 12+ years experience and 380+ successful GroupWise migrations, we have helped schools, governments, healthcare systems, and businesses move from Micro Focus and Novell GroupWise to modern platforms. Our team includes certified migration specialists with deep expertise in GroupWise architecture, document management, and NetWare/OES platforms. We serve clients in 89+ countries.

GroupWise Migration Experts

380+ GroupWise Migrations

12+

Years

380+

GroupWise Migrations

40K+

Mailboxes

89+

Countries

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