In this article, we explore the essential pillars of a successful migration: the recommended technical step-by-step, integration and transparency challenges, compliance requirements with LGPD and SPA, and best practices operators should follow to ensure a safe, smooth, and risk-free transition.
Step-by-step guide to a safe migration
Although each migration case must be assessed individually, a recommended flow is usually followed in regulated operations:
* Initial interview with the previous platform’s technical team to understand the data structure and format.
* Sample generation with small volumes (10, 50, 2000 records) for testing in staging environments.
* Validation in a test environment: checking data, balances, player status, and responsible gaming parameters.
* Cutover planning: scheduled shutdown of the old platform and generation of the final migration base.
* Execution of bulk migration, internal testing, and production release.
This process can take from 10 days to a month, depending on data volume, table count, and source complexity.
Synchronisation, data hygiene, and common challenges
Generally, there is no direct communication between databases. Transfers usually occur through files (CSV, XLS, TXT) or ETL tools, sometimes partially automated via APIs.
The responsibility for initial data hygiene lies with the previous operator, but validation stages may detect inconsistencies (e.g., duplicates or unstandardised data) requiring correction before the final import.
Transparency and oversight for decision-makers
Transparency is crucial in the process. Best practices include checking balances and registrations before and after migration, monitoring KPIs via dashboards, and involving operational leadership to ensure reliability.
Security and compliance: Migration pillars
Security requirements in regulated environments involve:
- Data encryption in transit and at rest, per LGPD standards
- Post-import integrity validation with traceable logs
- Certifications like GLI19, GLI33, and federal regulated market compliance, plus SIGAP usage authorisation.
Best practices for operators
- Ensure structured access to your data from the outset of planning.
- Assign a reference technical team to interact with the new provider.
- Promote alignment among teams, even if leadership participation is more managerial.
Real cases: Organisation makes the difference
Operations that plan migration in advance, even under confidential terms, drastically reduce transition time and risks of rework or data loss.
“Safe migration isn’t magic — it relies on method, communication, and preparation. When technical teams are aligned and data flow is clearly mapped, transitions become much smoother. Our commitment is to give operators full confidence at every stage,” said Jefferson Torquato, Head of Development, Salsa Technology.
How Salsa handles this process
Salsa Technology conducts migrations based on practical experience in Brazil’s regulated market. We combine local teams, certified methodologies, and full support to ensure secure transitions, data integrity, and operational peace of mind. Learn more at: www.salsatechnology.com
About Salsa Technology
Salsa Technology is a B2B supplier of regulation-ready iGaming solutions with a strong focus on Latin America and Brazil.
Its Formula-Bet ecosystem includes a fully certified PAM platform (Salsa Omni), a certified game aggregator (Salsa Gator), and certified integrations with sportsbooks, payment methods, and essential services.
The company also offers Salsa Safe, a regulatory management platform, and Salsa Consulting, a full-service hub to help operators enter and succeed in the market.
Jefferson Torquato
Head of Development at Salsa Technology
With extensive experience in business development, technology, and growth strategies in the iGaming sector, Jefferson leads the development (Java, QA, and Data Analytics) and software teams, focusing on sustainable expansion, strategic partnerships, and operator value generation. Known for aligning market vision with technical solutions, he is one of the leading voices in the consolidation of regulated iGaming in Brazil.
