03.08 - Scoping Topics: Do you really need a migration workstation?

03.08 - Scoping Topics: Do you really need a migration workstation?

When you are migrating a firm from an on-premises application, they should provide a migration workstation for you to use.

Here are some bullet points to discuss:
  1. Where can I get a migration workstation?
    1. The firm can buy one from BestBuy or their preferred vendor.
    2. Often times the firm's IT company can provide a loaner device.
  2. Can the server be used instead?
    1. No.  Migrations are intensive operations and would likely crash an old server.
  3. Can an old/space PC/laptop be used?
    1. No.  Migrations are intensive operations and an old PC wouldn't be able to handle it.
  4. Can the PC be shared with another staff member?
    1. No.  It should be fully dedicated to you for the duration of the migration.  The PC needs special software and a special setup and a staff member would not be able to use the PC during any part of the migration.
  5. Can we use a VM?
    1. No.  VMs share resources with other VMs.  If you used a VM, all the other VMs would grind to a halt and the migration would no go nearly as fast as it should.
  6. What do I do with the migration workstation after the migration?
    1. Erase it and return it to BestBuy for a refund OR give it to your favorite attorney/paralegal as a PC upgrade.

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