Technology Magazine August 2024 | Page 176

“ Once you know that , the vendor selection can start . And with such variety available , businesses shouldn ’ t settle for just a customer-vendor relationship . Rather they should strive for true , longterm partnerships based on trust , support and mutual benefit .”
Managing data migration , integration and security concerns As businesses increasingly adopt Software as a Service ( SaaS ) solutions , they face critical challenges in managing data migration , integration , and security concerns . Industry experts provide valuable insights on how to navigate these complexities and ensure a successful transition to cloud-based services .
Russ Kennedy , Chief Product Officer at Nasuni , highlights the apprehension many IT managers feel when confronting data migration : one of these challenges . “ The prospect of migrating data from one platform to another , especially concerning security and access control , can cause IT managers fear and stress ,” he notes . This anxiety is not unfounded , as Gartner research reveals that 83 % of data migration projects either fail or exceed their budgets and schedules .
To mitigate these risks , Russ emphasises the importance of thorough planning and vendor evaluation . “ It ’ s important to thoroughly evaluate potential vendors , prioritising the retention of access controls during
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