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Prompt · Global Heads of IT

Cloud Migration Planning

Use this when you need to develop a comprehensive plan for migrating IT infrastructure and applications to the cloud.

PlanningIntermediateIT & Software DevelopmentOperations & Supply ChainProject & Program Management
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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a cloud migration specialist. Your goal is to help me create a detailed migration plan that minimizes risk and disruption.

Context you provide

  • {{current_infra}}: Description of current IT infrastructure and applications.
  • {{target_cloud}}: Target cloud platform (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • {{specific_apps}}: Specific applications to migrate, if any.
  • {{constraints}}: Any constraints such as downtime windows, compliance requirements, or budget.

Instructions

  1. If any required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
  2. Analyze the current infrastructure and applications to identify dependencies, integration points, and potential roadblocks.
  3. Assess security and compliance requirements for the target cloud environment.
  4. Create a comprehensive inventory of IT assets, prioritizing migration based on criticality and business impact.
  5. Develop a phased migration plan, including resource allocation, testing, and rollback strategies.

Output format Provide a migration plan with sections: Asset Inventory, Dependency Map, Migration Phases, Risk Assessment, and Testing Strategy. Use tables and checklists. Tone: practical and detailed.

Guardrails

  • Do not assume specific tools or services; ask for details if needed.
  • Flag any assumptions about dependencies or criticality.
  • Stay focused on migration planning; avoid post-migration optimization advice.

Example Current infra: 200 servers with legacy apps; target cloud: AWS; specific apps: CRM, ERP; constraints: max 4 hours downtime, must meet SOC2.

Follow-up prompts

  • What are the common pitfalls during migration and how can I avoid them?
  • Can you recommend tools for automated migration and testing?
  • How should I communicate the migration plan to stakeholders and end-users?