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CRM Migration Checklist

A 36-step, 6-phase checklist for migrating to HelloGrowthCRM. Your progress is saved automatically in this browser.

About CRM Migration Checklist

What it does

Provides a step-by-step migration checklist covering data audit, field mapping, automation rebuild, user training, and go-live validation to ensure a smooth CRM transition.

Why it matters

CRM migrations fail 60% of the time due to poor planning. This checklist covers the 65 critical steps that separate successful migrations from data disasters.

Definition

CRM migration is the process of moving customer data, workflows, automations, and integrations from one CRM platform to another while maintaining data integrity and business continuity.

Assumptions

  • Source CRM data has been audited for quality before migration
  • Field mappings are documented and approved by stakeholders
  • A parallel-run period is planned before fully cutting over

How to interpret your results

Don't rush migration. The checklist is sequential — skipping steps (especially data cleanup and user training) is the #1 cause of migration failure.

How to improve

  • Clean data first

    Migrating dirty data just moves the problem to a new system

  • Map fields before migrating

    Document every field mapping to avoid data loss

  • Train users before go-live

    Adoption drops 70% when training happens after launch instead of before

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Phase 1: Planning (Week 1–2)

Phase 2: Data Export (Week 2–3)

Phase 3: Data Cleaning (Week 3–4)

Phase 4: HelloGrowthCRM Setup (Week 4)

Phase 5: Import & Validate (Week 5)

Phase 6: Training & Go-Live (Week 6)

Need Help With Your Migration?

HelloGrowthCRM offers free migration assistance for all new customers. Our team will help you export, clean, and import your data — so you can focus on selling, not spreadsheets.

CRM Migration Checklist — frequently asked questions

Quick answer

How long does a CRM migration take?

A simple CRM migration (under 10,000 records, 1-5 users) takes 2-4 weeks. Mid-market (50K-500K records, 20-100 users) typically takes 6-12 weeks.
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