How do you handle data integrity during a CMS migration?

How do you handle data integrity during a CMS migration?

Answer: To handle data integrity during a CMS migration, follow these steps:

1. Data Audit: Assess and clean existing data for accuracy and completeness.
2. Mapping: Create a detailed mapping of old data fields to new fields in the new CMS.
3. Testing: Run test migrations to identify potential issues before the final transfer.
4. Validation: After migration, validate the data by comparing source and target data for consistency.
5. Backup: Ensure comprehensive backups are in place before, during, and after migration.
6. Monitoring: Continuously monitor the new CMS for data integrity issues post-migration and address them promptly.

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