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Data Migration Checklist: Moving from Excel / Legacy Systems to Business Central

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Migrating to Business Central is a business-critical moment—not just a technical task. This blog offers a clear, step-by-step data migration checklist based on Microsoft’s guidance, tailored for CFOs, COOs, Finance Managers, and implementers. It covers everything from planning and scoping, cleaning and transforming data, to testing, cutover, and post-migration validation. The goal? Start strong with clean data, confident teams, and minimal disruption. Whether you're doing a big-bang or phased migration, this guide helps you avoid common pitfalls and ensures a smooth transition.

19 Sep 2025 3AM English South Africa Technology · Business

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