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Cloud migration roadmap template

A cloud migration roadmap decides what happens to each application and when. This example sorts an app portfolio into the 7 Rs of migration, from rehost and replatform to repurchase, retire and retain, then plans three migration waves and a data centre exit on a timeline, with the checks to make before each wave.

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Cloud migration roadmap example showing applications sorted into the 7 rs, migration waves on a timeline, checks before each wave
Everything in this example is editable. Replace the labels, move the shapes and adapt the layout to your work.

How to use this template

  1. Inventory every app

    List your applications with owners, dependencies and how important they are. Surprises usually come from apps nobody listed.

  2. Choose an R for each

    Decide whether each app is moved as is, changed, rebuilt, replaced, retired or kept. Retiring apps is often the quickest win.

  3. Plan the waves

    Start with simple, low-risk apps to build confidence, and move tightly connected apps together in the same wave.

Questions about this template

How do I move an application to a different wave?

Edit the wave label on the app's card and drag its bar to the right wave on the timeline below, keeping each bar in line with your cutover dates.

Do I need an account to use it?

No. Open the template and edit it in your browser. Your work saves on this device. An account is optional if you want to sync your workspace.

Can I export the finished diagram?

Yes. Use Export in the editor to save a PNG, SVG or PDF, or download an editable .epicdraw backup.

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