Migrating BI Platforms Doesn't Have to Be So Painful

Migrating from one business intelligence (BI) platform to another is often perceived as a daunting task due to its technical complexities, but it can be simplified by focusing on organizational aspects and involving the right people. The process begins with a pre-migration audit and resource assessment, including identifying an internal champion to oversee adoption, defining key performance indicators (KPIs) for success, and estimating migration costs with a buffer to handle unforeseen challenges. Understanding and mapping existing data pipelines is crucial, especially when deciding whether to transition data to a cloud data warehouse or maintain static data sources. Handling CSV files requires careful consideration of data governance and performance, with options ranging from direct ingestion to migrating data into a data warehouse for better organization and scalability. By converting technical challenges into people-centric solutions, the BI migration becomes a manageable task.