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From PowerDesigner to ER/Studio: A Hands-On Migration Walkthrough

Practical PowerDesigner Migration Guidance

Powerdesigner webinar

Overview

Migrating from PowerDesigner to ER/Studio does not have to be complicated. With a clear workflow, teams can bring existing model assets into ER/Studio, connect physical models with enterprise logical models, and improve visibility across the modeling lifecycle.

In this on-demand webinar, William Wittwer walks through the process of transitioning PowerDesigner models into ER/Studio using the MetaWizard Bridge. The session covers how to import a physical model, review the model inside ER/Studio, map it to an Enterprise Logical Model, create business term linkages, and publish the results to Team Server Core.

For teams managing legacy PowerDesigner models, this recorded session provides a practical look at how model migration, metadata alignment, and collaboration can fit into a modern data modeling workflow.

By following the process from import to publication, viewers will gain a clearer understanding of how ER/Studio supports data model migration, enterprise metadata management, and broader visibility across technical and business stakeholders.

Why Watch

  • Learn a practical workflow for moving PowerDesigner models into ER/Studio
  • Understand how the MetaWizard Bridge supports model import
  • See how physical models can connect to enterprise logical models
  • Explore how business term linkages support metadata alignment
  • Learn how Team Server Core supports visibility and collaboration
  • Gain a clearer migration path for legacy modeling assets

What You’ll Learn

  • How to use the MetaWizard Bridge to import PowerDesigner models into ER/Studio
  • How to import and review a physical model in ER/Studio
  • How to map a physical model to an Enterprise Logical Model
  • How to add term linkages to support business metadata alignment
  • How to publish models to Team Server Core for collaboration and visibility

Who Should Watch

This on-demand webinar is designed for data architects, data modelers, database designers, enterprise architects, metadata managers, governance teams, and technical leaders who are planning a PowerDesigner migration or exploring ways to modernize their data modeling environment with ER/Studio.

Speakers

William Wittwer
Presales Solutions Architect

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Watch this recorded session to learn how to move PowerDesigner models into ER/Studio and connect them with enterprise metadata, logical models, and Team Server Core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is this webinar about?

This webinar explains how to transition PowerDesigner models into ER/Studio using the MetaWizard Bridge. It covers the workflow from physical model import through Enterprise Logical Model mapping, term linkages, and publication to Team Server Core.

Who should watch this webinar?

This session is useful for data architects, data modelers, database designers, governance professionals, metadata managers, and technical teams involved in PowerDesigner migration or data modeling modernization.

How does ER/Studio support PowerDesigner migration?

ER/Studio supports PowerDesigner migration through the MetaWizard Bridge, which helps bring PowerDesigner models into ER/Studio so teams can continue working with model structures, metadata, and relationships in a modern modeling environment.

Why are term linkages important in data modeling?

Term linkages help connect technical model elements with business terminology. This supports metadata alignment, improves shared understanding, and helps teams connect data models with governance and documentation efforts.

What is Team Server Core used for?

Team Server Core helps publish and share model information so broader teams can access, review, and collaborate around data model metadata, improving visibility across technical and business stakeholders.

How can I learn more about ER/Studio?

You can learn more by exploring ER/Studio resources or connecting with the ER/Studio team to discuss data modeling, metadata alignment, governance, and migration needs.

Have Questions?

Connect with our team to explore how ER/Studio can help support PowerDesigner migration, metadata alignment, data modeling collaboration, and enterprise architecture modernization.

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