# Migration Success Dos and Dont’s

Even when you’re motivated to switch from OneTrust, unforeseen issues can postpone your migration or even put a complete stop to it. Follow these helpful tips to avoid common pitfalls and ensure your migration project is a success.

## Don't

## Kick the project off in a silo or work with only a single team.

OneTrust can touch multiple groups. Working in a silo increases the chances of your project getting derailed by other team requirements later.

## Wait until your OneTrust contract is about to renew before starting the process.

Kicking off a migration process too late may force you to renew OneTrust for another year.

## Base your decision only on technical features or usability.

Considering only technical needs will make it difficult to make a compelling argument with business leaders.

## Do

## Identify key stakeholders and collect their business requirements upfront.

Include stakeholders from security, legal, marketing, IT, and compliance and prioritize their specific requirements.

## Find your OneTrust renewal date and create a workback plan.

Start the process several months before your renewal and get your technical team aligned with your plan.

## Create a business case that highlights the ROI of a switch.

Show how migrating will impact business metrics like risk reduction, total cost of ownership, and brand equity.

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