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The Ultimate Cloud Migration Checklist for Zero Downtime

Migrating enterprise infrastructure to AWS Cloud requires meticulous planning. A single misstep can lead to unexpected service downtime or lost database transactions. At TwinsCloud, we utilize a battle-tested 5-phase migration strategy.

1. Audit & Inventory Assessment

Map every server, dependency, API integration, and database schema. Classify your workloads using AWS 6 Rs (Rehost, Replatform, Refactor, Repurchase, Retain, Retire).

2. Database Replication Strategy

Use AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) to establish continuous real-time replication between on-premise databases and AWS RDS. This ensures target databases are 100% synchronized prior to cutover.

3. Blue/Green Cutover Deployment

Deploy the new AWS environment alongside the legacy system. Route 5% of DNS traffic via Amazon Route 53 weighted routing to validate system performance before executing complete DNS cutover.


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