Struggling with SAS 9.4 to Viya 4 migration?
Migrating from SAS 9.4 to SAS Viya 4 can be complex, time-consuming, and prone to errors. But with WP ViyaShift by Woodpecker, you can transform this complex process into a seamless, efficient journey.
Struggling with the complexities of manual content migration?
We’ve got the solution!
WP ViyaShift
Why Choose WP ViyaShift?
WP ViyaShift is an innovative migration tool designed to streamline the transition from SAS 9.4 to SAS Viya 4. By automating over 50 manual steps and consolidating them into just four, WP ViyaShift ensures:
Key Features of WP ViyaShift
- From analysis and transport package creation to automated mapping and validation, WP ViyaShift handles it all.
- Eliminate common migration pitfalls with intelligent automation.
- Achieve in hours what traditionally takes weeks.
Comprehensive Support Beyond the Tool
At Woodpecker, we understand that a successful migration involves more than just technology. That’s why we offer:
- Free Consultations: Understand the migration scope and best practices tailored to your needs.
- Expert Services: Leverage the expertise of our seasoned migration specialists.
- Ongoing Advisory Support: Stay confident throughout your transition and beyond.
Steps for Manual Migration
25+ Individual Steps
Challenges
Manual Migration
Technical Complexity
- Involves rebuilding applications
- Translate code to the different syntax
- Time-consuming and error-prone
Resource Constraints
- Require specialized skills in both SAS 9.4 and Viya
- Disrupts existing workflows and impact user productivity
Organizational Issues
- Transitioning staff from familiar SAS 9.4 interfaces
- Requires training and support
Automated Migration Process
Stages
Analysis
Perform a comprehensive analysis of the SAS 9.4 environment to identify SAS content that can be migrated.
Create Transport Packages
Tools packages & all the content which can be migrated to Viya Platform.
Automated Mapping
Mapping file creation in backend through script.
Importing
Import all the data to Viya environment.
Validation
Validate the migrated environment to ensure data integrity and functionality.
Value Addition by WPViyaShift
Released Features
- SAS Packages creation of DI Jobs & Stored processes
- Tracking import failures of EG Projects.
Current Release
- Export & import of VA Reports, Deployed Jobs & Deployed Flows
- Tracking successful export and imports for VA Reports, Deployed Jobs & Deployed Flows.
Coming Soon
- Export & import of Forecasting projects, e-miner projects, Model manager projects
- Verification of Successful imports for SAS content that our tool supports