> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.cortex.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.cortex.io/solutions/migrations.md). # Migrations and modernization A technology migration is the process of transferring digital assets, services, databases, applications, and IT resources from an existing standard to a new one. This can involve moving from on-premises infrastructure to cloud environments, upgrading legacy software, or adopting new architectures. Modernization focuses on not just moving but also improving systems by leveraging new technologies, methodologies, or cloud-native services. Migrations can be a slow and complex process, but Cortex customers have been able to significantly reduce the time and stress - see case studies in our blog.
Common types of migrations * **Infrastructure migrations**: Moving workloads from on-premises to cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) or between cloud providers, or migrating Kubernetes between clusters. * **Application migrations**: Shifting applications to a new platform, framework, or containerized environment. * **Data migrations**: Transferring databases and storage systems while maintaining integrity and minimizing downtime. * **Process migration**s: Adopting new methodologies such as DevOps, CI/CD, or agile workflows
Plan and manage migrations with Cortex.
### How Cortex helps with migrations and modernization Your organization can use Cortex to plan and manage effective migrations and modernizations: * See your inventory in the catalog and real-time reports, giving leadership visibility into migration progress, compliance, and blockers * Set up Scorecards to define what "ready" looks like and automatically measure progress against those standards * Turn standards into action by assigning and tracking Initiatives at scale * Automate the creation and configuration of new services, ensuring best practices from the start. Simplify and automate the operational steps that support technical migrations {% hint style="success" %} Looking for additional resources on driving progress of Migrations and Modernizations in Cortex? Check out the [Cortex Academy "Migrations and Modernizations" course](https://academy.cortex.io/courses/migrations-and-modernizations), available to all Cortex customers and POVs. {% endhint %} ## Plan and run migrations with Cortex Learn how to use Cortex features while planning a migration: [**Plan migrations and modernizations**](/solutions/migrations/configure.md). Learn about tracking progress during and after a migration: [**Migrations in action**](/solutions/migrations/in-action.md).