Why would a company migrate data away from NetSuite?
Companies migrate data away from NetSuite for various reasons, including transitioning to a new ERP system better suited for evolving business needs, consolidating systems after an acquisition, reducing licensing costs, or moving to a platform that offers specific industry-vertical functionalities or integrations not met by NetSuite.
Is migrating data from NetSuite a complex process?
Yes, it can be. While NetSuite offers robust export capabilities, the complexity arises from:
Data Volume & Variety: Large amounts of historical transactional and master data.
Customizations: Unique custom fields, records, and forms in your NetSuite instance.
Data Relationships: Ensuring relationships between different record types (e.g., customers to sales orders) are maintained.
Data Cleansing: Ensuring data quality before transfer.
Target System Mapping: Aligning NetSuite's data structure with the new system's requirements.
Why are you an independent migration specialist for NetSuite?
We are independent as our primary focus is on ensuring a smooth, secure, and accurate data migration that aligns purely with your strategic goals, without any bias towards specific replacement platforms.
What types of data can be migrated from NetSuite?
Nearly all data can be migrated, including:
Master Data: Customers, Vendors, Items, Employees, Chart of Accounts, Subsidiaries.
Transactional Data: Sales Orders, Invoices, Purchase Orders, Bills, Journal Entries, Inventory Adjustments.
Historical Data: Summary or detailed historical financial data.
Custom Records & Fields: Data from any custom records or fields you've created.
How is data typically extracted from NetSuite?
Common methods include:
CSV Exports: Using NetSuite's native Saved Searches and Reports to export data into CSV format. This is common for many record types.
SuiteTalk (Web Services API): For larger volumes of data, real-time extraction, or complex relationships, using NetSuite's API is often the most efficient and robust method.
ODBC Connectivity: If enabled, ODBC can allow direct database access for reporting and data extraction.
Do you handle data cleansing and validation during the migration?
No we don't, we can advise in best practice but as the customer you are ultimately responsible for your data.
What about historical data? Should we migrate all of it?
The decision depends on your business needs, the new system's capabilities, and cost/time considerations. We help you define a strategy, whether it's migrating only open transactions, summary financials, or a full detailed history, balancing usability with efficiency.
What is your process for migrating data away from NetSuite?
Our process typically involves:
Discovery & Strategy: Understanding your current NetSuite setup, data needs, and the requirements of your new platform.
Data Audit & Mapping: Detailed analysis of existing data, defining mapping rules to the new system.
Extraction & Transformation: Extracting data from NetSuite and transforming it into the required format for the target system.
Data Loading & Validation: Importing data into the new system and performing rigorous validation to ensure accuracy.
Testing: Comprehensive testing, including UAT (User Acceptance Testing) with your team.
Go-Live & Post-Migration Support: Coordinating the final cutover and providing support to ensure a smooth transition and data integrity in the new environment.
How do you ensure data security and confidentiality during the migration?
We adhere to strict data security protocols, secure transfer methods (e.g., encrypted connections), and comprehensive non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). Your data's privacy and integrity are our top priority throughout the entire process.
How long does a NetSuite data migration typically take?
The timeline varies greatly depending on the volume and complexity of your data, the number of customisations, the target system, and internal client resources. After an initial assessment, we provide a detailed project plan with estimated timelines.
Will there be downtime during the migration? If so, how much?
While we strive to minimise disruption, a certain level of downtime is often necessary for the final data cutover. We work with you to plan this meticulously for off-peak hours and provide clear communication to ensure business continuity.