Azure Data Migration Checklist
This concise, step-by-step checklist is designed to streamline your database transition to Azure. It provides key steps and best practices for a successful migration, ensuring a smooth and efficient move to Azure's robust cloud platform. Let's get started on your path to a modernized, cloud-enabled infrastructure.
Preliminary Planning
Review Azure SQL Database or Azure SQL Managed Instance features Ensure network requirements are met for Azure connectivity Verify that the current database schema and data types are supported Plan for data security during and after migration
Global and Complex Migration Considerations
Ensure support for operations in multiple regions, keeping data sovereignty in mind Efficiently migrate VMware hosts to transfer various workloads to the cloud Streamline workloads by migrating SQL Server instances Address multi-datacenter migration and its complexities like data synchronization and infrastructure diversity Assess and ensure network capacity exceeds the data requirements for migration Align governance and compliance strategies with IT governance teams
Networking and infrastructure
Set up networking for workloads migrated to Azure Deploy a migration infrastructure to support the transition
cost and performance assessment
Estimate and budget the cost of running databases in Azure using the Azure pricing calculator Evaluate performance and scaling options
migration preparation
Choose the appropriate Azure SQL resource Set up the Azure environment for migration Configure Azure security measures Prepare data backup and restoration plans Review security and compliance requirements
migration process
Select the migration method Perform a test migration Execute the actual migration Validate data integrity and application functionality post-migration Create your Azure environment Migrate your data and applications Test your migration
post-migration
Monitor performance and adjust resources Implement Azure monitoring and alerting tools Update documentation Conduct a post-migration review Validate your environment Monitor and optimize your environment Update your disaster recovery plan Train your team on new Azure features and best practices Decommission old systems once the migration is verified
maintenance and optimizations
Schedule regular backups and establish a disaster recovery plan Utilize Azure's performance tuning features Ensure ongoing cost management and optimization
Remember to tailor this checklist to fit your specific needs and circumstances. For a more comprehensive approach to your Azure migration, consider exploring our broader range of Azure Cloud Support Services. These services are designed to complement and enhance your migration experience, without a steep learning curve.
Ensure you don't miss any critical steps as you begin your migration journey to Azure.
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