Data Migration Consulting

FAQ

• What are 4 types of migration?

  Migration is the process of moving your digital estate from one place to another. There are four common types of data migrations:

  • Database migrations – the most common type of shifts. It refers to migrating input from a source platform to another database. For example, you can move your outdated legacy system to modernized software or consolidate all information within a single destination.
  • Storage transfers – they involve moving input from one storage system to another, be it on premise or the cloud.
  • Application upgrades –  they refer to the process of moving an application from one environment to another. This can be done for different reasons, such as upgrading to a newer version of the application, consolidating servers, or moving to a new platform.
  • Cloud shifts – this type of transition involves moving your on-premise infrastructure to a cloud environment.
• What is SQL data migration?

  This infrastructure migration plan involves moving digital assets from or to a SQL server. You can either do it on-premises or in the cloud. This type of transition takes place when you’re moving to a new server or shifting to another instance of SQL.

• What is data migration services cost?

  The cost of a data migration cloud depends on several factors. The most important ones are:

  • Data volume. The amount of assets you need to migrate determines the amount of time and resources you’ll need to complete the project.
  • Content format. Moving assets from one system to another requires knowledge of the structure and contents of each file type. If unstructured or poorly organized, your input needs transforming and validation to power accurate analysis.
  • Migration complexity. Some migrations are simple — all it takes is an export/import operation or an SQL query to move your assets from one system to another. However, if your migration involves multiple systems and disparate technologies, things can get more expensive.
  • Your data migration services company. The location and experience of your third-party vendor also impact the costs. Thus, the US is typically considered a top-paid location, while other locations are more affordable.
  • Cloud provider. Subscriptions and paid services differ by provider.
• Why do companies do data migration?

  There are many reasons why companies might need to migrate their assets, but some of the most common reasons include the need to improve performance, unlock easier scalability, and unify all insights in one place. Cloud migration infrastructure also allows companies to accelerate release time, step up the innovation potential as well as eliminate server management and reduce the costs of data processing.