CMS migrations done right: Practical advice from implementation specialists

Do you have a CMS migration about to kick off? Exploring a move to a new CMS this year?

Consider this: At its core, a CMS migration isn’t just about moving content. It’s about rethinking how your organization publishes, scales and creates value.

Together with implementation experts Centralsoft, code.store and Versatile Content, our team at Glide captured the do’s and don’ts that separate a smooth migration, setting your organization up for success, from one of pain and setbacks.

Among their top pieces of advice:

Do:

• Start with publishing strategy, not software
• Clean your content before you migrate
• Think in components and reusability
• Keep your focus on an MVP

Don’t:

• Approach your migration as a “lift and shift”
• Underestimate the technical complexity
• Redesign and migrate at the same time
• Mistake a “smooth” migration for a complete one

Read the guide to understand how these choices affect timelines, SEO and long-term flexibility.

If you’re exploring migration readiness, evaluating CMS platforms or need hands-on guidance, we’re here to help.

Contact us today to get started. We’ll help you get where you need to go.

Jeana Garms is head of growth and marketing, Glide Publishing Platform.