You're making the switch to HubSpot and see that tempting "Salesforce Integration" option. It seems like an obvious choice – after all, it's free and readily available. However, it's crucial to understand that integrations and migrations serve distinct purposes. Attempting to use an integration for a full data migration can lead to significant challenges and complications.

Let's break down the key challenges of HubSpot-Salesforce integrations and how Import2 ensures an automated, cost-effective solution.

When Syncing Goes Wrong

Integrations are handy for keeping two systems in sync ongoing. But when it comes to a one-time, complete migration of historical data, they're simply not built for the job. Here's why:

• Data Leakage Risks: Integrations can silently fail to sync certain records or fields, leaving gaps in your data without you even realizing it. This lack of visibility means you have to constantly monitor the sync, dig into the details to identify problems, and hope you have the expertise to fix them.
• Duplicate Data: Bi-directional syncs can create a tangled mess of duplicate records in both systems. Cleaning up this mess is time-consuming and frustrating.
• Limited Object Support: Integrations typically prioritize core data objects, because they are simpler. Things like attachments, activity history, custom objects and more are often left out of the equation.
• Limited Historical Data: Integrations have limitations on the data they sync, often focusing on real-time updates rather than a complete historical record. For instance, activity history like tasks might only sync if they're created or updated after the integration is set up, leaving out valuable legacy data.
• Manual Setup & Management: Integrations aren't a "set it and forget it" solution. They require ongoing maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting from your team.
• Constant Error Handling: Sync errors can turn into a never-ending nightmare. You're constantly forced to review errors, manually identify unsynced records, and figure out how to fix them. There's no easy "retry" button, and because it's an ongoing sync, the problems keep coming back, demanding your attention and slowing down your team.
• Lack of Support: HubSpot and Salesforce aren't migration experts, so when things go wrong, you’re largely on your own.

The Real-World Impact: Import2 to the Rescue

We've seen it firsthand: companies that rely on integrations for data migration often end up calling us to fix the mess.

• Incomplete Migrations: "Not all objects were migrated" is a common complaint. We've worked with countless businesses who were disappointed to discover that crucial data, like attachments or historical notes, were missing after using an integration.
• Data Chaos: "The sync created an absolute mess of my database that will consume too much of my resources to try to sort out" is another frequent issue. HubSpot and Salesforce have their own logic for associating records, and force you to adopt their approach, leading to inaccurate or incomplete data connections. Syncing data also frequently results in the “endless loop” effect of duplicate records being created in both databases, causing additional entanglement and inaccuracies.
• Operational Disruptions: We've also seen how failed integrations can disrupt workflows, causing downtime and impacting productivity. This not only affects your internal teams but can also keep you distracted from sales, which impacts your bottom line.

The Import2 Solution: One-Click Migration, Zero Headaches

Import2 is a purpose-built data migration software that solves these problems head-on.

• Complete Data Migration: We migrate all your customers' legacy data, including attachments and historical records, ensuring nothing gets left behind.
• Automated & User-Friendly: No technical expertise required. Our one-click solution makes data migration fast,easy, and error-free.
• Unmatched Expertise: With over 60,000 successful migrations and 12+ years of experience, we've tackled it all—from simple data moves to untangling the mess left behind by failed HubSpot-Salesforce integrations.
• Dedicated Support: Our team is composed entirely of seasoned data migration experts committed to delivering a perfect migration experience, every time. You'll never be left in the lurch—we're here to support you every step of the way.

Choose the Right Tool for the Job

Integrations are fantastic tools when used for their intended purpose – keeping two systems in sync. But they weren't built for the comprehensive task of legacy data migration.

Trying to force an integration to do something it's not designed for will inevitably lead to headaches, wasted time, and potential data disasters. Remember:

• Sync is NOT migration.
• Integrations are for actively working in two apps, not moving your entire data history.
• While basic syncing may be sufficient for some data exchange needs, comprehensive legacy data migrations require a dedicated solution designed specifically for the task.

Don't risk your valuable data on a solution that's not up to the task. Choose the right tool for the job. Import2 is the fast, secure, and headache-free way to ensure a seamless migration experience for your customers.