Five Stages of Migration
Migration in IT usually happens in five main stages:
Planning - Figure out what needs to be moved, why, and how. Set goals, check risks, and create a roadmap to make sure the migration goes smoothly.
Assessment - Take a close look at your current systems, data, and apps. Identify any dependencies or problems that could slow things down.
Design - Plan the actual migration process. Decide on tools, steps, timelines, and backups. Think of it like mapping out the journey before you start.
Migration/Execution - Move the data, apps, or systems to the new environment. Usually done in phases to avoid downtime or errors.
Validation/Post-Migration - Test everything after the move. Make sure data is correct, apps work, and users can access what they need. Fix any issues before finishing.
The five stages - Planning, Assessment, Design, Migration, and Validation, help make migrations smooth, reduce risks, and ensure everything runs properly in the new system.