Enterprise Data Migration for Engineering-Focused Tech Company

The client faces the challenge of managing and migrating over 15 years’ worth of complex project data stored in outdated, custom-built database systems. These legacy systems impede data accessibility, increase maintenance costs, and hinder project management, warranty support, inventory, and parts management. The transition to a modern system is critical to improve operational efficiency, support automation, and enable digital workflows, all while ensuring data integrity during migration.

A mid-sized engineering-oriented manufacturing company specializing in custom products, requiring a robust system for managing extensive project data and supporting digital transformation efforts.

• Successfully migrate and consolidate over 15 years of project data from legacy systems to a new, scalable platform supporting automation and smart workflows.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity throughout the migration process to maintain support, inventory, and warranty management capabilities.
• Decommission outdated systems upon successful migration, leading to cost reductions and streamlined data management.
• Complete the project within the scheduled timeline and budget, minimizing operational disruptions.
• Enhance data accessibility and searchability to improve project management and customer support efficiency.

• Comprehensive data extraction from legacy database sources, including custom-built apps.
• Data cleansing and validation routines to correct inconsistencies and resolve quality issues.
• Data merging, transformation, and structuring aligned with new system schemas.
• Relational mapping of files and associated data to maintain context and traceability.
• Minimal operational disruption through phased migration and coexistence with legacy systems.
• Automated backup and validation processes to ensure data integrity.

• Legacy custom-built applications housing historical data
• New database platforms supporting RPA and automation features
• Existing support and inventory management tools

• High data accuracy with a target of 99.9% validation success
• Migration completion within a timeline of estimated 3-6 months
• Data security and compliance with industry standards
• System scalability to handle ongoing data growth
• Minimal operational downtime during migration

By successfully migrating and consolidating extensive project data onto a modern platform, the client is projected to reduce maintenance costs associated with legacy systems, improve data accessibility and operational efficiency, and support automation initiatives. The project aims for a seamless transition with minimal disruption, positioning the company for enhanced project management, support, and future growth.