Data Migration

What is Data Migration?

Data Migration is the process of transferring data from one storage system or computer environment to another. This commonly occurs when a company needs to modernize an outdated system, or move data to a new server, new data center or to the cloud, or while integrating data from an acquisition or merger. Because of its complexity, a data migration needs to ensure that the quality, integrity, and security of the data is maintained during migration. There are several types of migrations, including database migration, cloud migration, data center migration, business process migration, application migration, and storage migration.

How does Data Migration work?

When performing a data migration, the first step is to analyze and access the data. Then a determination needs to be made on the best way to execute the transfer of the data between systems. Finally, the data needs careful analysis and validation that it is accurate and the transfer complete. There are a number of challenges that can occur when migrating data, including compatibility issues, budgeting constraints and cost overruns, the risk of data loss, and disruptions and downtime during the migration.

What are the business benefits of Data Migration?

• Provides system modernization as legacy platforms are retired and modern software and analytical tools are better supported in an AI environment
• Improves an organization’s quality of data, making it easier to organize, analyze, secure, and share
• Invites collaboration among employees as they work together using the same consolidated and sophisticated data formats and structures
• Reduces costs as more modern and streamlined systems lessen maintenance, IT complexity, and spend
• Strengthens security, regulatory, and compliance mandates to meet evolving encryption, privacy, and governance standards