This is the third and final part of a three-part series in which we will discuss the “cutover” phase of data migration. We will cover what needs to happen with each server in your environment to move them from old to new storage. The cutover typically involves the following: Submission [...]
This is the second part of a three-part series in which we will discuss the “mechanics” of data migration. First, we will cover the host-based approach and give you three things to consider when pondering this option. Second, we’ll cover an appliance-based data migration technique, focusing on the Data Migration [...]
Data Migration: Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail [Step-By-Step Guide] So, you’ve purchased a shiny new data storage array, and you’re now faced with the often-times daunting task of moving your data and servers from the old to the new array with the least disruption possible. Compounding the problem, [...]
It’s a Chicken or Egg thing! Having delivered hundreds of successful data migration projects, Headwaters Group has seen first hand that when a company spends all of it's budget on hardware and doesn’t leave any for the data migration services, it results in delays and increased project risk. As a [...]