What is a Data Migration?
Definition
The process of transferring existing data from legacy systems to new software including data extraction, transformation, validation, mapping, and import. Data migration requires planning for data quality, field mapping, historical data retention, and rollback procedures."
Why This Matters
Data migration is often the most challenging aspect of software implementation. Vendors should clearly explain their migration process, timeline, and responsibilities. Understanding migration support upfront prevents delays and manual data entry.
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Onboarding Process
Implementation & Deployment
The structured approach to deploying software including project planning, system configuration, data migration, user training, testing, and go-live.
Legacy System
Implementation & Deployment
Outdated software still in use due to business criticality despite newer alternatives existing.
Implementation
Implementation & Deployment
The process of deploying, configuring, and operationalizing software after vendor selection, including data migration, training, and go-live activities.
Data Import
Software Features & Capabilities
Functionality loading data into software from external sources through CSV upload, API, database connection, or manual entry.
Data Export
Software Features & Capabilities
Functionality extracting data from software in usable formats including CSV, Excel, JSON, PDF, or database dumps.
Implementation Costs
Pricing & Total Cost
One-time expenses for deploying software including project management, configuration, customization, data migration, integration development, and training.
Migration
Implementation & Deployment
Transferring from legacy systems to new software including data migration, process migration, integration migration, and user migration.
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