Before migrating from Box, it is critical to understand both the account structure and the complexity of the data stored. Box provides several administrative reports to help you gather this information manually.
Method 1: Box Admin Console Reports
Use the Reporting section of the Box Admin Console to generate the following discovery files:
Folders and Files Report
This report is essential for understanding your folder structure and file details. It helps identify deep folder hierarchies or large file counts that may impact migration performance.
User Details Report
This report provides comprehensive information about individual user accounts and their specific data footprints. This is used to create your user mapping list for the migration project.
Official Documentation
For the most up-to-date instructions on running and exporting these reports from the Box Admin Console, refer to the official Box support resources:
Automated Discovery with CloudM Migrate
If you have a CloudM Migrate license, you can automate this discovery phase. The Environment Scan feature will crawl your Box instance to provide an accurate breakdown of files, folders, and permissions.
Learn More: CloudM Migrate Environment Scan Guide