Implementation services
Data Migration
Consolidate information into a central system
Improve findability and access
Reduce legacy system dependency
Detailed discovery and migration planning
Data mapping, cleansing and preparation
Controlled testing and validation
Support through migration and handover
Get more value from your information
Understand your data
We assess your source systems, data volumes, formats, metadata and dependencies to identify risks and establish an appropriate migration approach.
Improve data quality
Data can be cleansed, normalised and mapped before migration to improve consistency and reduce outdated, incomplete or low-value information.
Preserve business context
Important metadata and relationships are mapped to the destination system so information retains the context users need to understand and manage it.
Reduce duplication
Identifying duplicate and redundant content before migration reduces unnecessary storage and prevents poor-quality data from being carried into the new environment.
Validate the results
Controlled testing and reconciliation confirm that information has migrated as intended and can be accessed and used in the destination system.
Minimise disruption
A carefully planned migration helps maintain business continuity and coordinates key activities around your organisation’s operational requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is data migration?
Data migration is the process of transferring information from one system, application or storage location to another. It can include assessing, cleansing, mapping, transforming, testing and validating data before it becomes available in the destination system.
Why do organisations migrate legacy data?
Organisations migrate legacy data to consolidate information, retire outdated systems, reduce operating costs and make information easier to find, manage and protect. Migration can also support improved information governance and compliance.
What types of information can FYB migrate?
FYB can migrate information from file shares, Microsoft Exchange, legacy records and document management systems, digitised documents, spreadsheets, databases and other business applications. The appropriate approach depends on the structure and condition of the source data.
Can FYB migrate data into OpenText Content Manager?
Yes. FYB can migrate documents, records and associated metadata into OpenText Content Manager. Our technical and records management expertise helps ensure information is structured appropriately and remains meaningful in the new environment.
What is involved in a data migration project?
A typical data migration project includes discovery, data analysis, migration planning, mapping, cleansing, transformation, testing, validation and production migration. The process is tailored to the source data, destination system and business requirements.
How does FYB protect data quality during migration?
FYB develops documented mapping and migration rules, tests the migration process and validates the results. Data may also be cleansed and normalised to improve its quality before it is transferred to the destination system.
Can duplicate or redundant information be removed before migration?
Yes. A migration provides an opportunity to identify duplicate, redundant or outdated information rather than transferring everything into the new system. Decisions about deletion should be made in accordance with relevant retention, disposal and legal requirements.
Will metadata be retained during migration?
Relevant metadata can be mapped and transferred to the destination system. FYB assesses the source metadata and determines how it should be transformed or matched to fields in the new environment.
How long does a data migration take?
The timeframe depends on the volume and complexity of the data, its quality, the systems involved and the amount of transformation and testing required. FYB can provide an expected timeframe after assessing your migration requirements.
How do you confirm that the migration was successful?
FYB uses testing, reconciliation and validation to confirm that information has migrated as intended. This may include checking record counts, metadata, file integrity, relationships and access within the destination system.
