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title: "NLS Flight Plan: A Seamless Path to Duck Creek OnDemand"
description: The NLS Flight Plan is our tried-and-true framework for helping carriers successfully upgrade and migrate to DCOD for smoother, faster operations.
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# [NLS Flight Plan: A Seamless Path to Duck Creek OnDemand](https://www.nlsnow.com/resources/nlsflightplan)

 Written by [Brandon Angelakos](https://www.nlsnow.com/resources/author/brandon-angelakos) | February 25, 2025

Making a big change in how your insurance organization operates can be scary. We get it. That’s why we developed The NLS Flight Plan. It’s our tried-and-true framework for helping carriers like you successfully upgrade and migrate to Duck Creek OnDemand (DCOD).

#### Think of it as your roadmap for making the whole process smoother, faster, and a lot less stressful. 

**What’s So Great About Duck Creek OnDemand?**   
If you’re still wondering why DCOD is worth it, let’s break it down. It’s all about helping your business grow, adapt, and stay ahead of the curve without the headaches. 

- **It’s Scalable.** Need to expand your product lines or enter a new market? No problem. DCOD’s cloud-based setup lets you scale up or down as needed—no huge upfront costs, no massive overhauls. 
- **It’s Fast. **You can bring new products to market quickly and respond to changes faster. Prebuilt insurance functionalities and a modern, flexible design mean less time spent dealing with clunky processes and more time focused on what’s next.
- **It’s Easy to Maintain. **Forget dealing with constant upgrades and patching. DCOD handles updates centrally, so you stay current with minimal disruption.**  **
- **It’s Cost-Effective. **A subscription-based model means you can adjust your costs based on what you actually need—no more overpaying for resources you’re not using.
- **It’s Innovative. **DCOD is always evolving. You’ll have access to the latest features and compliance updates without ever having to worry about falling behind.

**What’s The NLS Flight Plan All About?** 

When we say we’ve got a plan, we mean it. The NLS Flight Plan takes you through the migration process step by step, so you know exactly what to expect at every stage: 

1. **Discovery & Road Mapping:** We start by getting a clear picture of where you are now and where you want to be. From there, we create a detailed plan that lays out the steps to get you there, milestone by milestone. 
2. **Automation & Configuration:** Nobody likes busywork. That’s why we use our specialized accelerators to handle repetitive tasks, so your team can focus on higher-value activities. Plus, we make sure the Duck Creek modules fit your unique processes perfectly. 
3. **Integration & Data Migration:** We handle your data and integrations carefully. Our approach ensures a clean data migration and seamless system integrations, all while keeping everything secure and compliant. 
4. **Testing & Validation:** We test continuously throughout the process to catch issues early. This helps keep your project on time and within budget. 
5. **Training & Go-Live Support:** Once everything’s ready, we make sure your team is fully trained and confident. And after the big launch, we stick around to monitor and support you as you settle in.

**What Sets Us Apart?**   
We know there are a lot of options out there, but here’s why our approach really stands out: 

- **Proprietary Tools to Save You Time and Effort:** We have a whole suite of tools—including a proven process for regression testing and systems for automated unit tests—that speed up the process, improve accuracy, and give you better visibility into your migration. 
- **Deep DCOD and DevOps Expertise: **Our team knows Duck Creek OnDemand inside and out. From setting up streamlined CI/CD pipelines to optimizing performance and maintaining compliance, we’ve got the technical chops to keep things running smoothly.
- **Certified Excellence: **We follow Duck Creek’s phase gates to the letter and have the certifications to prove our expertise. You can trust that every milestone will be met with precision and care.
- **A Long-Term Partnership: **We don’t just get you up and running. We’re here for the long haul, ready to support future enhancements and help your business continue to thrive.

**Let’s Take Off Together** 

The NLS Flight Plan isn’t just about upgrading your systems. It’s about transforming the way you do business—making things simpler, more efficient, and ready for the future.

#### With our proven framework and deep expertise, you’ll be equipped to navigate every step of the journey and land smoothly in a more scalable, agile, and innovative insurance environment. 

Ready to start your migration? Let’s chat and make it happen. 

 

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