If You’ve Already Tried Database Migration or Application Conversion
Many healthcare organizations try to modernize their systems through database migration or application conversion. However, if the process of database migration for healthcare is not handled properly, it can create serious operational, security, and compliance risks.
Common challenges include
That’s Where Our Migration and Conversion Solutions Come In
The Ispirer ecosystem includes tools designed for database migration, data migration, and application conversion.
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Database Migration Tool →
SQLWays
Database Migration
SQLWays automates database schema migration, converting tables, procedures, functions, and other database objects.
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Apps Modernization Tool →
CodeWays
Application Conversion
CodeWays automates application conversion, transforming source code between programming languages and platforms to modernize legacy applications.
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Data Migration Tool →
Ispirer Data Migrator
Data Migration
Ispirer Data Migrator handles data migration with high speed, strong security, and near-zero downtime.
PostgreSQL-side deployment, no middleware
Read-only connection to source DB
High-speed binary data transfer
Extended process monitoring
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ServiceWays
Expert Services
If you prefer additional support, you can take advantage of our database migration services or application modernization services. Our team will manage the entire project, including planning, transition, testing, and final validation, to ensure a smooth migration.
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How Our Tools Simplify Database Migration and Application Conversion
Even if your team has never handled database migration or application conversion before, the process can be straightforward with the right tools. Our solutions automate key steps and reduce risks during system modernization.
More than 2K users use this way to
successfully convert their database
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
Step 1. Free Assessment and Planning
Start with an assessment using the InsightWays tool. It analyzes your current databases and applications and generates a detailed report that outlines the scope of the project, estimated timelines, and potential risks.
Step 2. Automated Migration and Conversion
The main tasks are performed with automated tools. SQLWays converts database schemas and database objects, while Ispirer Data Migrator transfers data between systems with minimal downtime. If application modernization is required, CodeWays converts legacy source code to modern technologies.
Step 3. Validation and Testing
After migration or conversion, the results are verified through testing and data validation to ensure that the migrated data remains accurate and the new system operates correctly in the target environment.
They chose to succeed
Healthcare Company Enhances Data Management with a Migration to SQL Server
Project Scope
8 TB of data
Project Duration
3 weeks
Industry
Healthcare
Migration from DB2 to PostgreSQL made x3 times faster
Project Scope
2 TB, 1000 Tables,
40500 LOC
Project Duration
5 Months
Industry
Healthcare
Reduced healthcare database migration time to SQL Server
Project Scope
300,000 LOC,
30 GB of data
Project Duration
5 months
Industry
Healthcare
95% automated conversion from COBOL to C#
Project Scope
1,000,000 LOC
Industry
Healthcare
Tools Built for Healthcare Migration and Modernization
Healthcare system migration requires strong expertise in data security, regulatory compliance, and system stability. Here’s why healthcare organizations choose Ispirer.
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Secure Data Transfer
We protect the data transfer channel during migration. Data moves directly between source and target systems without third-party services, reducing the risk of unauthorized access.
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Business Continuity
Healthcare operations cannot stop. Our migration strategies minimize downtime and allow systems to continue running during the transition.
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Data Quality
Data validation and integrity checks ensure that patient and operational data remain accurate and consistent after migration.
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Speed and Automation
Our automated ecosystem accelerates migration and conversion. SQLWays performs database schema conversion, Ispirer Data Migrator transfers up to 250 GB of data per hour, and CodeWays automates application conversion from legacy technologies to modern platforms.
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Deep Technology Expertise
Our team has experience with both legacy and modern technologies, enabling reliable migration and modernization of complex healthcare systems.
The world’s most innovative companies are building their next big thing with Ispirer
Magnit, CardinalHealth, Worldline and more have adopted SQLWays to boost their innovation life-cycle accelerate and manage their end-to-end innovation lifecycle
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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FAQ: Healthcare Software Modernization
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How long does a typical healthcare data migration project take?
The duration depends on the volume of data, number of connected systems, and overall project complexity. In many cases, medical database migration projects take from several weeks to several months, especially when large clinical datasets and multiple integrations are involved.
How are sensitive patient records handled by healthcare data migration solutions when data comes from different systems and formats?
Healthcare organizations often store patient data across multiple platforms and formats. During data migration in healthcare industry, data is carefully mapped, validated, and transferred through secure channels to ensure patient information remains protected and usable in the target system.
How does healthcare data migration differ from standard enterprise data migration?
Healthcare systems contain complex clinical records, regulatory requirements, and specialized data types that are not common in typical enterprise systems. Data migration for healthcare software must account for patient records, clinical workflows, and strict data protection standards.
How data migration solutions for healthcare handle data standards like HL7, FHIR, and DICOM during migration?
Healthcare platforms rely on specific interoperability standards to exchange clinical information. During EHR and EMR database migration, these formats must be preserved or correctly transformed so that patient data remains compatible with other medical systems.
What techniques help prevent data loss during large database migration for hospitals?
Large healthcare migrations require careful planning and validation. A custom medical database migration approach typically includes staged transfers, automated validation checks, and schema mapping to reduce the risk of missing or corrupted records.
How is data integrity verified after migrating from legacy EHR or LIMS systems?
After migration, organizations run validation procedures to confirm that records remain complete and consistent. In medical data migration, this often includes record comparison, checksum validation, and testing within the target system.
How does automated mapping resolve terminology differences between medical databases?
Different healthcare systems may use different naming conventions or data structures. When converting medical applications, automated mapping aligns fields and terminology so that information remains consistent across the new environment.