Importing existing content into the tool is not a simple step, even though the actual import is a very easy exercise. However, the main effort comes when the integration in a structure and in the database comes into play (e.g., re-usage of existing objects/consolidation). On a high-level the process looks like this:
The following pages show the preparation and steps needed to be done for each process, as well as an import dashboard.
One-time efforts to set up the necessary infrastructure for the import.
Visio Mapping (models/objects)
These pages contain the actual steps for importing the content, independent of the source format.
Use the page below for your inventory.
Use the page below for stakeholder communication and status overview.
For more details please have a look here: https://www.whatsyourbaseline.com/2021/11/import-of-existing-content-part-1/ and https://www.whatsyourbaseline.com/2021/11/model-import-into-your-architecture-tool-part-2/