Informix Migration

Make your database migration easier with the Ispirer’s automated tools. Move your complex databases to more reliable and efficient systems, improving your IT infrastructure’s performance and reducing costs. Find the migration path that fits your needs and explore the products and services offered by Ispirer Systems, including professional Informix database migration.

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Your seamless migration process and on-time delivery with Ispirer Toolkit

A well-structured database migration helps keep your business running smoothly. The process is designed to reduce risks, protect your data, and ensure a smooth, predictable move to the target database.

More than 2K users use this way to successfully migrate their databases

Assessment

Obtaining access
Project discussion
Making migration plan
Creating SOW

SQLWays

Database schema

Data migration testing

Data integrity testing

CodeWays

Embedded SQL

SQL scripts

APP source code

Database API

Manual review & corrections

Manual corrections
Internal testing

Functional testing

Creating snapshots with data
Testing APP and DB on snapshots
Fixing all logical issues

Performance testing

Performance testing
Converted code review
Code refactoring
Extra code optimization

Data migration

Prod data migration

Cutover

Switching DB and APP
Providing user access
System startup

They chose to succeed

Achieving 95% automation in PostgreSQL database migration

Oracle, SQL Server → PostgreSQL

Target: PostgreSQL

Project Scope

1 700 000 LoC

Project Duration

12 Months

Industry

Contingent Workforce Management

Sybase ASE to Azure SQL Database: Automated Cloud Migration for Financial Services

Sybase ASE → Microsoft Azure SQL

Target: Microsoft Azure SQL

Project Scope

420 000 LoC

Project Duration

5 Months

Industry

Global Financial Services Provider

Power Management Company Streamlines Migration to Azure SQL Twice

Oracle 19c Enterprise → Azure SQL Database

Target: Azure SQL Database

Project Scope

76 tables,
15 000 LoC

Project Duration

1 month

Industry

Power Management Company

Teradata to Amazon Redshift. Ispirer Toolkit License

Teradata → Amazon Redshift (SQL, Python)

Target: Amazon Redshift (SQL, Python)

Project Scope

64 SQL Statements,
70 BTEQ Commands

Project Duration

2 month

Industry

Cloud Computing and Web Services Provider

Convert Informix easily with Ispirer Toolkit

High data migration quality

Accelerated conversion speed

Ispirer Toolkit speed up the conversion process by 2-3 times compared to manual methods, making Informix DB migration faster and easier
Relevance

Code conversion accuracy

For complex or unusual migrations, the Informix migration tool can be adapted to accurately convert SQL code to the target database
Benefit

Security

Upgrade to modern platforms with advanced security protocols and verification standards, supporting long-term Informix modernization
Benefit

Expertise and proficiency

Work with experienced professionals who understand both source and target DBMS, helping you plan efficiently and manage resources, including Informix migration estimated cost

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The world’s most innovative companies are building their next big thing with Ispirer

Companies like CardinalHealth, Worldline, and Magnit use Ispirer to migrate databases, modernize their systems, and update applications. Our tools make complex projects faster, safer, and easier, helping businesses scale and innovate with confidence.

Oracle to PostgreSQL MS SQL Server to PostgreSQL

Migration project

50%

Migration time reduction

1.365K

Lines of SQL code

8 Tb

of data

Talent Management

"Ispirer Toolkit enabled a seamless migration of 8 TB of data and 1.36M lines of code from Oracle and SQL Server to PostgreSQL. The automation features reduced migration time by 50%, cutting costs and minimizing manual effort. The quality, precision, and support exceeded our expectations."

SQL Server to PostgreSQL

Migration project

70%

Migration time reduction

650K+

Lines of SQL code

700+ tables

of data

Healthcare Solutions

"Ispirer helped us migrate 700+ tables and 650+ stored procedures from SQL Server to PostgreSQL, reducing development time by 60%-70%. The tool efficiently handled case-sensitive issues and frequent data changes. The excellent support made the process easy, fast, and effective."

Oracle 19c to PostgreSQL

Migration project

65%

Migration time reduction

1.500K

Lines of code

8 TB

of data

Payments & Financial Services

"Ispirer Toolkit helped us migrate 1.5 million lines of complex Oracle code to PostgreSQL, overcoming unique challenges with expert support. Their team provided customized solutions for a smooth transition. This migration is a key step in our cloud strategy, and we highly recommend Ispirer's services."

Informix to Oracle

Migration project

78%

Migration time reduction

200K+

Lines of code

12 TB

of data

Governmental

"Ispirer MnMTK was crucial to our successful database migration, converting 12 TB of data and 200,000 lines of SQL code. The tool outperformed other solutions, saving us countless hours. The support team was responsive and effective—money well spent."

Firebird to PostgreSQL

Migration project

55%

Migration time reduction

25K+

Lines of SQL code

> 150 tables

per database

Manufacturing & Fleet Management

"Ispirer's Toolkit enabled the efficient migration of 150 tables and 25,000 lines of code from Firebird to PostgreSQL. The tool saved us time and reduced risks, while the Ispirer team provided excellent support throughout. Highly recommended for similar database migration projects."

Sybase to MySQL

Migration project

95%

Migration time reduction

4.000+

Stored procedures

200+

tables

IT Services

"Ispirer’s tool allowed us to automatically convert 4,000+ procedures and 200+ tables from Sybase to MySQL with 95% success, saving a lot of time. The ability to customize the tool and the excellent support made the process smooth and efficient. Highly recommended!"

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Why do companies migrate Informix to MySQL?

Organizations often move to MySQL to modernize applications, reduce costs, and make it easier to find skilled developers. Using an Informix to MySQL migration tool helps automate the transfer of tables and data, saving time and reducing errors.

Reasons for the switch:

MySQL is widely supported and integrates well with modern tools
Lower licensing costs compared to legacy systems
Popular choice for web and cloud applications

What are the main reasons for an Informix DB2 migration?

Companies often transition to DB2 to standardize on IBM technologies and benefit from enterprise features. Developers typically migrate Informix to DB2 LUW, ensuring compatibility across Linux, UNIX, and Windows platforms.

Why businesses make this move:

Enterprise-level reliability and support
Easier integration with other IBM products
Better performance for large corporate workloads

Why consider an Informix migration to cloud?

Shifting databases to the cloud can help businesses reduce infrastructure costs and improve scalability. Common paths include migrate Informix to Oracle for enterprise workloads or migrate Informix to Amazon Aurora MySQL for scalable, cloud-native solutions.

Benefits of cloud migration:

Flexible resource scaling depending on demand
Reduced need for on-premise hardware maintenance
Access to advanced analytics and disaster recovery tools

Why might a company migrate Informix to Azure SQL Database?

Companies that rely on Microsoft technologies often move to Azure to consolidate infrastructure and take advantage of cloud services. Many hire an Informix database migration consultant to plan the process and ensure a smooth transition.

Advantages of moving to Azure:

Seamless integration with Microsoft ecosystem
Simplified maintenance and monitoring
Cloud-based scalability and reliable backup systems

Why is Informix schema migration important before moving data?

Before transferring data, businesses often start with schema migration to validate tables, indexes, and relationships. Many teams migrate Informix to MariaDB at this stage to ensure compatibility and reduce risks during full migration. Some organizations also consider migrate Informix to Oracle as an alternative for enterprise workloads.

Benefits of focusing on schema first: