Now that we’re coming to the end of March, it feels like spring has well and truly sprung. The days are getting longer, the sun is shining and the grass is looking greener. Many will make a start on the infamous spring clean, and it’s the time of year when people are thinking of making changes.
Is it time to give your data a fresh new home?
On one hand, data centre migration can be a daunting prospect. There’s the fear of delays, dreaded downtime, and solutions which don’t really suit. Even the thought of moving expensive hardware can strike fear into the hearts of the most hardened of business owners.
However, the move is often crucial for growing businesses. Migrating data can provide organisations with a range of benefits, from enhanced connectivity to the ability to scale up whenever necessary.
We recognise the importance of making this change as smooth as possible, which is why we’ve put together a list of what you should look for if you’re thinking of moving your data:
Attention to detail
There are plenty of logistical aspects to consider when it comes to data migration. Transporting hardware securely isn’t without its challenges, but this shouldn’t be something that you need to worry about.
A good data centre operator should have all the details of the transition covered, from label leads to the secure transportation of equipment. Ideally, this move will be supervised by a dedicated account manager who can ensure that every aspect of the migration is organised and answer any questions along the way.
A focus on peace of mind
Ahead of the migration, make sure there is a clear and detailed plan that is tailored to the needs of your business. As well as this, the data centre operator should provide you with a team who are available 24×7 in case of any issues or questions, as well as giving you the ability to monitor the status of your rack power and connectivity.
It’s important that at every point during the process, no party is left uncertain as to the status of their business critical data.
As little disruption as possible
With many of the day-to-day operations of businesses being carried out digitally, moments of downtime can have a devastating impact. Migrations should therefore be executed as efficiently as possible, with minimal impact on business operations. To reduce the likelihood of downtime, it’s worth asking whether it’s possible to keep IP addresses the same, as well as checking whether there is a complimentary secure storage space available during the process.
Whether you’re thinking of moving your data from in-house to a colocation solution for the first time, or looking to change data centre provider, we’ve got the experience and the team to make the process as hassle-free as possible. Find out more about our migration services by downloading our migration pack.
