Migrating an Organization into a New DBMS

Steve ConantMBUS 699

Many Options, Not Many SuitableMust Fit the Organization

• Small 250-275 active members.

• Certain functionality is more important.

• Must integrate and compliment the system already in place.

• Cost is critical.

Know What You Don’t KnowEase of Use or…

• Software gets better, support gets better.

• Knowledge Bases, User Communities, On-demand Support.

•Success breeds confidence!

Data Must be Formattedto Certain Specifications

Recognizing Issues

Resolving Issues

Ask Questions

Structured Query Language

Structured Query Language

Lessons Learned

• All features must be tested.

• Additional sets of eyes help.

• Work gets easier with experience.

• Best to set aside large blocks of time.

Thank You!