Uncertainty is the enemy of planning, and there is so much uncertainty in data migration that until you have a lot more information than you have at the start of the project, any plans for data migration are an illusion.

The right approach for data migration is an agile one, starting as soon as possible to gauge velocity.

Compliance

Engagement

The “Why”

“I have to”

“I want to”

Motivation

External
(reward & punishment)

Internal
(pursues purpose)

Focus

Rules and policies

Goals and mission

Results

Meets standards

Exceeds standards

Behavior

Follows instructions

Take initiative & innovates

Outcome

Stability

Growth, innovation, higher productivity