Summary
This document is a guide that outlines a comprehensive checklist for planning cloud migration projects. It emphasizes the importance of proper planning to avoid common pitfalls associated with migration initiatives. The checklist begins with setting goals, objectives, and success factors, which are crucial for building a business case for migration. It discusses the decision of whether to proceed independently or with the assistance of a cloud services provider. The document details the need for inventorying and auditing applications and workloads, as well as selecting an appropriate migration strategy from the six common strategies known as the 6 R's. Furthermore, it describes the architectural design of the new cloud environment, including responsibilities, scheduling, and contingency plans. The guide concludes with steps for testing and validating the completed migration, ensuring that applications perform as expected in the new environment.
