But! Good news: it doesn’t have to be that way at all. With clear steps and proper guidance, we can make the transition from ANVA 4/5 (or another system) to ANVA 6 straightforward and manageable. It will still be a big job, but with the right guidance, we’ll get there.
We’ll walk you through the migration process step by step. We’ll start at the beginning: the preparation phase. After all, a good start is half the battle.
Every successful migration starts with a clear overview. That’s why, during the preparation phase, we work with you to assess three key areas: the IT landscape, data quality, and the organization’s operational processes.
In most organizations, ANVA does not operate in isolation. It is often integrated with, for example, an accounting system, a customer portal, a telephone system, or other applications.
It’s a good idea to think about this in advance. Which systems are connected? What data flows through which systems? This will help us avoid any surprises down the road.
Did you know that we now have 25 reasons why organizations are switching to ANVA 6? In reason 19, we explore how ANVA 6 is centrally managed via an API-first platform. Building new integrations becomes easier, faster, and more flexible. Your systems no longer operate side by side, but work together within a single integrated ecosystem. It’s that simple!
Data is at the heart of your administration. At ANVA, we have the Business Insights team, where data-related expertise and specialization come together. Together with the Business Insights team, we assess data quality using the ANVA Data Monitor.
Using this tool, we work with you to analyze your ANVA environment across dozens of data points. Through clear dashboards in Business Insights, you can immediately see the status of your data and configuration. Are addresses, expiration dates, and history accurate? Is any information missing? How many free labels are being used in ANVA 4/5?
"Among other things, incorrect codes are now immediately visible in the Data Monitor dashboard. Armed with this information, we can work toward a clean ANVA dataset and are well-prepared to transition to ANVA 6 in the future." Arno Noomen, Data Analysis Manager at Heienoord.
Based on these insights, we’ll develop a concrete action plan to improve or clean up the data. This will help us avoid surprises during the migration and lay a solid foundation for ANVA 6.
Finally, we’ll take a closer look at your organization together. What products do you carry? What processes are important? And what features do you use on a daily basis?
This assessment will ensure that ANVA 6 integrates seamlessly with your existing workflows. Thanks to the experience we’ve gained from multiple migrations, we know exactly what to look out for.
The preparation phase provides clarity and control. No surprises—just a clear picture of what it takes to make a successful transition.
More articles in this series will be published soon, and we’ll walk you through the next steps: onboarding, migration, and post-migration support.
Our consultants assist organizations on a daily basis with their transition to ANVA 6—from analyzing your IT landscape to cleaning up data and preparing for your migration.
“Approach ANVA6 with an open mind and think critically about how to fill it out.” - Sander van der Burg, Business Consultant at ANVA.
Would you like to know how your organization can best prepare for ANVA 6? We’d be happy to help—please contact Naomi to learn about all our consulting options for a smooth migration to ANVA 6.
