Similar to configuration management, data migration is an important activity in any project. By data migration, we mean the data that you need to migrate from the legacy system, such as master data and opening balances. Data is needed for any kind of task and has multiple attributes. Hence, to ensure that it is managed and utilized well, we need to employ a systematic approach.

In the context of implementing a Dynamics 365 solution, we are focusing on overall data management and would like to share a graphic for an end-to-end understanding of all the activities involved in planning for data:

The full suite of activities involved in data migration are as follows:

• Planning for data migration: This involves planning the scope, tools, techniques, volume, and environment.
• Data extraction and cleansing: A data extraction script should be created to extract...