Canarys Migration Hub

Seamless Assembla to Jira Migration

In today's rapidly evolving software development landscape, organizations often face the challenge of migrating data between different Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) or DevOps tools. One such migration is from Assembla to Jira, a shift that many companies need due to Jira’s broader adoption and comprehensive feature set.

Canarys, with over a decade of experience in DevOps solutions, has developed a specialized tool for seamless data migration from Assembla to Jira. This blog discusses the intricacies of this tool, its features, use cases, and how it addresses common challenges associated with such migrations.

Problem Statement

Migrating data between platforms is never easy, especially when it involves two distinct systems like Assembla and Jira. Assembla has a unique ticketing system, while Jira uses an issue-based system, both with their own workflows, fields, and customizations. The challenges include understanding the current environment, configuring the migration process, handling different data types, and ensuring that no data is lost or altered during migration.

Case Studies

Below are some case studies highlighting successful Assembla to Jira migrations performed using Canarys’ tool:

  • Case Study 1: Smooth Transition for a Cloud-Based Company
    A leading cloud-based company required seamless migration from Assembla to Jira while retaining all ticket types, users, statuses, and attachments. Canarys' tool efficiently migrated all relevant data from Assembla, including complex custom fields, without disruption to daily operations.
  • Case Study 2: Enterprise-Level Data Migration for a Tech Giant
    A tech enterprise managing vast projects with complex dependencies found it difficult to migrate their data without losing project integrity. Canarys’ tool enabled batch migration while maintaining project structure, custom fields, and user hierarchies.
  • Case Study 3: Streamlined Migration for a Multinational Company
    A multinational company with distributed teams across different time zones used Canarys’ tool for query-based migration, allowing them to move critical data in phases without downtime or disruption to other teams continuing work in Assembla.

Features of the Assembla to Jira Migration Tool

  • Seamless Data Migration: Transfers Assembla tickets into Jira Issues, maintaining the integrity of fields such as comments, relations, and attachments.
  • Cloud Migration: The tool supports direct migration between cloud environments, enabling a hassle-free shift to Jira’s cloud platform.
  • User-Friendly Interface: With an intuitive UI, users can map fields, statuses, and issue types between Assembla and Jira, enabling end-users to handle migrations independently.
  • Field Mapping and Customization: Users can customize the migration process by mapping fields and statuses according to their organizational needs.
  • Comprehensive Migration Capabilities: The tool supports the migration of all major Assembla fields such as ticket fields, comments, status, and attachments.
  • Batch and Query-Based Migration: For large projects, users can opt for batch or query-based migration to move data in phases, reducing the risk of errors and downtime.

Limitations

  • Performance Issues with Large Datasets: Migration speed may slow when handling large volumes of tickets simultaneously.
  • No Cross-Project Linking: The tool only supports migration within a single project at a time, which can be a limitation for organizations using cross-project issue links.
  • Limited Support for Revision History: Due to Jira’s restrictions, migrating the complete revision history is not currently supported.
  • Manual Customization: Any customizations required for Jira post-migration need to be performed manually.

Conclusion

Canarys’ Assembla to Jira migration tool provides a robust and user-friendly solution to organizations looking to transition between these two popular platforms. With features like batch migration, field mapping, and automated data transfer, it significantly simplifies the migration process.

While it has limitations in cross-project migration and handling large datasets, the tool’s overall performance and ease of use make it a valuable asset for organizations planning to shift from Assembla to Jira.

If you’re looking for a reliable and efficient migration solution, Canarys has the expertise and tools to help you achieve a smooth transition. Reach out to us to learn more about how we can assist in your migration journey.