Alguna provides hands-on migration support. We audit your current billing setup, identify gaps, and deliver the work needed to get you live. This checklist outlines what we need from you and what we handle.Documentation Index
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How Migration Works
| Phase | What Alguna Does | What You Provide |
|---|---|---|
| Audit | Review your current billing, contracts, and integrations | Access to existing systems |
| Planning | Map your pricing to Alguna, identify edge cases | Business requirements |
| Setup | Configure products, plans, and workflows | Review and approve |
| Data Migration | Import customers, subscriptions, and history | Data exports or API access |
| Testing | Run parallel billing, validate invoices | Spot-check results |
| Cutover | Switch production billing to Alguna | Coordinate timing |
Pre-Migration Checklist
Business Information
Company Details
Company Details
- Legal entity name
- Business address
- Tax registration numbers (VAT, GST, etc.)
- Default currency
- Invoice branding (logo, colors)
Pricing Structure
Pricing Structure
- Current pricing tiers and plans
- Usage-based components (metrics, units, rates)
- Discounting policies
- Contract terms (commitment periods, renewal terms)
- Custom pricing for enterprise customers
Billing Processes
Billing Processes
- Billing frequency (monthly, annual, custom)
- Invoice due dates and payment terms
- Dunning process for failed payments
- Credit and refund policies
- Proration rules
Existing Systems
Current Billing System
Current Billing System
- Platform name (Stripe Billing, Chargebee, Recurly, custom)
- Number of active customers
- Number of active subscriptions
- Monthly billing volume
- Admin access for audit
Payment Processing
Payment Processing
- Payment processor (Stripe, Adyen, etc.)
- Stored payment methods to migrate
- PCI compliance requirements
- Multi-currency support needs
Integrations
Integrations
- CRM (Salesforce, HubSpot)
- Accounting (QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite)
- Data warehouse (BigQuery, Snowflake)
- ERP systems
- Tax providers (Avalara, TaxJar)
Alguna Audit Process
When you engage Alguna for migration, our team performs a comprehensive audit:Step 1: Data Collection
We request exports or API access to gather:| Data Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Customer list | Import accounts with billing details |
| Active subscriptions | Recreate plans and pricing |
| Invoice history | Establish baselines and validate migration |
| Usage data | Configure metering and verify calculations |
| Payment methods | Migrate cards and bank accounts |
Step 2: Pricing Analysis
We analyze your pricing structure and map it to Alguna:- Flat fees → Products with fixed pricing
- Per-seat → Products with quantity-based pricing
- Usage-based → Billable metrics with aggregation rules
- Tiered pricing → Volume or graduated tier configurations
- Custom contracts → Enterprise plans with overrides
Step 3: Gap Identification
We identify edge cases and special handling:- Grandfathered pricing for legacy customers
- Mid-cycle subscription changes
- Pending credits or account balances
- Partial billing periods during cutover
- Custom invoice formatting requirements
Step 4: Migration Plan Delivery
You receive a detailed migration plan including:- Product and plan configuration in Alguna
- Data import mapping and validation rules
- Integration setup steps
- Parallel testing approach
- Cutover timeline and rollback plan
Data Migration Checklist
Customer Data
| Field | Required | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Customer ID | Yes | Use as alias for linking |
| Company name | Yes | |
| Billing email | Yes | |
| Billing address | Yes | For tax calculation |
| Tax ID (VAT/GST) | If applicable | |
| Payment terms | If non-default | NET-30, NET-60, etc. |
Subscription Data
| Field | Required | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plan/Product | Yes | Map to Alguna plan |
| Start date | Yes | |
| Current period end | Yes | For proration |
| Billing frequency | Yes | Monthly, annual, etc. |
| Quantity/Seats | If applicable | |
| Custom pricing | If applicable | Per-customer overrides |
| Contract end date | If applicable | Commitment tracking |
Historical Data
| Data | Recommended | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Invoice history | Yes | Customer portal, support |
| Payment history | Yes | Revenue reporting |
| Usage history | If usage-based | Validate metering |
| Credit/Balance history | If applicable | Migrate balances |
Integration Setup Checklist
CRM Integration
Accounting Integration
Connect Accounting System
Navigate to Settings → Integrations and connect QuickBooks, Xero, or NetSuite.
Testing Checklist
Before going live, verify:Invoice Validation
- Invoice totals match expected amounts
- Line items are correctly itemized
- Tax calculations are accurate
- Discounts apply correctly
- Proration calculations are correct
Workflow Validation
- New customer signup works end-to-end
- Subscription changes (upgrade/downgrade) work
- Usage events are received and metered
- Payment collection succeeds
- Webhooks fire for key events
Integration Validation
- CRM records update correctly
- Accounting entries post correctly
- Customer portal shows accurate data
- Emails send with correct content
Cutover Checklist
Pre-Cutover (T-1 Day)
- Final data sync from old system
- Verify all active subscriptions imported
- Confirm payment methods migrated
- Test webhook endpoints are ready
- Notify internal teams of cutover timing
Cutover Day
- Disable billing in old system
- Run final subscription sync
- Enable billing in Alguna
- Monitor first batch of invoices
- Verify payments process correctly
Post-Cutover (T+1 Day)
- Review overnight invoices and payments
- Check for any failed payments
- Verify webhook delivery
- Confirm accounting sync
- Document any issues for follow-up
Support During Migration
Alguna provides dedicated support throughout migration:| Support Type | What’s Included |
|---|---|
| Migration Manager | Single point of contact for your migration |
| Technical Support | Help with API integration and data mapping |
| Parallel Billing | Run both systems side-by-side before cutover |
| Go-Live Support | Real-time monitoring during cutover |
| Post-Migration Review | Validate everything is working correctly |
Next Steps
Sync Accounts
Import customers from your existing system.
Contact Support
Get help with your migration.