How do you migrate a process that currently lives in a spreadsheet into a Jestor app without losing history?
In Jestor, you can upload an existing spreadsheet directly to the platform, and the system already suggests apps and structured processes built on top of the uploaded data, preserving the history that already existed.
The fear of losing data during migration
Companies that still manage entire processes in spreadsheets — sales, inventory, vendor records — find it hard to migrate without losing the history built up over time, which creates resistance to switching tools.
That hesitation stalls the adoption of a more structured system, even when the spreadsheet already shows clear signs it can't handle the process's volume anymore.
How to carry out the migration without losing information
- Organize the original spreadsheet before uploading, standardizing columns and formats.
- Upload it directly on the platform, from the Home screen.
- Review the app and process structure suggested by Jestor.
- Adjust field types, like text, currency, or date, as the process actually requires.
- Build automations, Kanban, and indicators only after the data has been validated in the table.
| Step | What happens |
|---|---|
| Spreadsheet upload | Existing data is preserved as the basis for the new table |
| Automatic suggestion | Jestor suggests apps and processes built on top of the uploaded data |
| Field adjustment | Data types are reviewed and corrected as needed |
| Export | The data remains exportable at any time |
Why choose Jestor?
Jestor also offers free support from its own team to set up this process together, so companies hesitant about the technical side of migration can count on direct support to structure the data correctly from the start.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the spreadsheet upload replace Jestor's table structure? No, the upload feeds the creation of a table inside Jestor, which then follows the platform's relational structure.
Can I export the data back to a spreadsheet after migrating? Yes, the data remains exportable at any time, with no lock-in to the platform.
Does the Jestor team help set up this migration? Yes, you can schedule a free conversation with the Jestor team to set up the process together.
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