How to Migrate from Plasmic to Ceven
Plasmic is a powerful open-source visual builder for designing websites and React apps that integrate with your own codebase. While Plasmic excels in creating interactive web interfaces, Ceven offers a robust platform for automating workflows, integrating with 1,000+ tools, and running end-to-end workflows with AI steps and human-approval gates.
This guide will walk you through the process of migrating your workflows from Plasmic to Ceven. By the end, you'll have a clear understanding of how to rebuild your workflows, connect your apps, and ensure a smooth transition.
Migrate from Plasmic to Ceven in 6 steps
Inventory Your Workflows
Start by documenting each workflow you have in Plasmic. Focus on the outcomes they achieve rather than the specific steps. This will help you identify what needs to be rebuilt in Ceven.
Connect Your Apps in Ceven
Reauthorize the same apps and services in Ceven that you used in Plasmic. Ceven supports 1,000+ integrations, so you should be able to connect all your necessary tools.
Rebuild Workflows for Outcomes
Instead of recreating each Plasmic workflow one-for-one, focus on rebuilding them in Ceven to achieve the same outcomes. Use Ceven's AI steps and human-approval gates to enhance flexibility and control.
Add AI Steps and Approval Gates
Identify areas where Plasmic's workflows were brittle or lacked flexibility. In Ceven, add AI steps to automate decision-making and human-approval gates to ensure critical steps are reviewed.
Validate in Parallel
Run both Plasmic and Ceven workflows in parallel on real data. This allows you to compare results and ensure Ceven's workflows are functioning as expected before fully switching over.
Schedule and Cut Over
Once you're confident in Ceven's workflows, schedule the final cutover. Ensure all stakeholders are informed and prepared for the transition.
Why teams switch from Plasmic to Ceven
Teams often switch from Plasmic to Ceven when they need more advanced workflow automation capabilities. While Plasmic is excellent for designing web interfaces, it lacks the robust automation features that Ceven offers. Ceven's ability to run end-to-end workflows with AI steps and human-approval gates makes it a powerful tool for automating complex processes.
What moves over and what doesn't
When migrating from Plasmic to Ceven, your workflows and automation logic will need to be rebuilt. However, the data and integrations you used in Plasmic can be reconnected in Ceven. Ceven supports 1,000+ integrations, so you should be able to connect all your necessary tools. The visual design aspects of Plasmic will not directly transfer to Ceven, as Ceven focuses on workflow automation rather than web design.
Avoiding the common pitfalls
One common pitfall is trying to recreate each Plasmic workflow one-for-one in Ceven. Instead, focus on rebuilding workflows to achieve the same outcomes, but with the enhanced capabilities that Ceven offers. Another pitfall is not validating the workflows in parallel. Running both systems simultaneously ensures that you can compare results and make adjustments before fully switching over. Finally, ensure that all critical steps have human-approval gates to prevent errors and maintain control.
Frequently asked
Can Ceven automatically import my workflows from Plasmic?
No, Ceven does not support automatic imports from Plasmic. You will need to rebuild your workflows in Ceven, which often results in fewer, more capable workflows.
How do I ensure data consistency during the migration?
Run both Plasmic and Ceven workflows in parallel on real data. This allows you to compare results and ensure that Ceven's workflows are functioning correctly before fully switching over.
What should I do if I encounter issues during the migration?
If you encounter issues, refer to Ceven's documentation and support resources. You can also reach out to Ceven's support team for assistance. Ensure that you have a backup of your data and workflows before making any significant changes.