Plan the migration so it doesn\u2019t plan you.
Cloud migration without a plan is a weekend outage waiting to happen. We map every dependency, sequence every workload, define every cutover window, and document every rollback procedure \u2014 so migration day is a non-event, not a crisis.
Migrations That Start Without a Plan and End in Chaos
Service Scope
Map every application-to-application, application-to-database, and application-to-network dependency. Identify hidden dependencies that break when one system moves and another doesn\u2019t.
Assign each application the right migration strategy: rehost (lift-and-shift), replatform (minor modifications), refactor (re-architect), or replace (move to SaaS). Not everything gets the same treatment.
Group workloads into migration waves based on dependencies, business criticality, and risk tolerance. Each wave has a defined scope, timeline, and success criteria.
Detailed cutover runbooks for each wave \u2014 task sequences, timing, responsible parties, validation steps, and communication plans. Rehearsed before execution.
Documented rollback plan for every migration wave with clear triggers and execution steps. If something breaks, you can revert without data loss or extended downtime.
Risk register for each migration wave with probability, impact, mitigation strategies, and contingency plans. Risks are managed proactively, not discovered during cutover.
Engagement Process
Catalog every system, database, and service. Document owners, criticality, dependencies, and current performance baselines.
Evaluate each application and assign the appropriate migration strategy. Present recommendations with rationale and effort estimates.
Group applications into migration waves. Sequence waves to minimize risk and dependency conflicts. Define success criteria and rollback triggers for each wave.
Build detailed cutover and rollback runbooks for each wave. Rehearse critical waves in a test environment before production execution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Every engagement starts with an assessment.
Not a proposal. Not a sales call. We tell you what we find, not what you want to hear. The Launchpad assessment maps your operation before any software work begins.