Recently, the Platform team at Delasport had yet another big win. We successfully executed one of the most sophisticated technical operations to date: the overnight migration of hundreds of thousands of player accounts. Completed in under five hours, this operation wasn’t just about moving data; it was a precision-engineered exercise in regulatory alignment, data consistency, and keeping everything working flawlessly, no matter the scale.
What made this migration exceptional wasn’t simply its velocity, but its invisibility to players. No downtime. No gameplay history lost. No interrupted sessions. Just seamless continuity, as if nothing changed (except everything under the hood). Continue reading to learn what the process was like as told by Delasport’s Director of Platform Engineering Kiril Dragomirov.
Engineering Precision: Planning for Zero Margin of Error
From day one, we approached this project as a high-stakes engineering challenge that had to be done right. It took more than just technical know-how – it called for tight teamwork across departments, solid backup plans, and weeks of testing and fine-tuning.
To mitigate risk and control complexity, we started with a deep dive analysis of the data. Multiple pre-migration simulations were run to accurately scope timelines, identify data anomalies, and calibrate resource allocation. Five highly specialized migration scripts were engineered. Each optimized to handle a distinct segment of the player dataset, minimizing load and maximizing throughput.
To make sure everything transferred perfectly, we ran detailed checks at every level: automated tests, real-time validation, and post-migration reviews. Every single record, from player balances and preferences to gameplay history and compliance data, was carefully verified to match exactly between the old system and the new one.
We followed a carefully planned, step-by-step approach throughout the live migration. Our internal teams and external partners worked in perfect sync, sticking to a shared game plan that left no room for guesswork.
Preparation, Alignment, Execution: The Trifecta of Technical Delivery
Our success depended on more than clean code. It all came down to deep preparation and continuous fine-tuning. With significant differences between the legacy and target systems, we carefully mapped each data field and aligned schemas to ensure seamless integration. Every data route was charted, and edge cases were thoroughly tested.
Ongoing communication across engineering, operations, and compliance kept everyone aligned. We treated every dry run like a real migration – running them under different infrastructure and load conditions to ensure we were ready when it counted.
Each iteration made the system smarter. Each simulation made the outcome safer.
The need for a change
In an iGaming economy where markets are saturated, acquisition costs are getting higher and loyalty level is low, Operator must have the best iGaming provider in order to win and take market share. Replacing a platform provider is a big decision. Here are the main reasons:
Lack of Innovation
- Frustration: “Operators face stagnation while competitors innovate.”
- Driver: Operators need new features (jackpots, personalization, gamification).
- Goal: Operators strive to stay competitive and appeal to evolving player expectations.
Poor Support or Relationship Breakdown
- Emotion: “Operators are not being heard or prioritized.”
- Driver: Unresolved issues, slow response times, lack of proactivity.
- Goal: Operators will work with a partner, not just a vendor – someone invested in their success
Rigid or Outdated Tech
- Emotion: “Operators can’t grow the way we want to.”
- Driver: Lack of APIs, poor latency, monolithic back ends, no modularity.
- Goal: Operators seek flexibility to integrate tools, scale quickly, and optimize UX.
Building a Migration-Native Architecture
This isn’t our first large-scale migration, and it won’t be our last. With multiple major account migrations now successfully delivered, our platform is evolving into a migration-native architecture: modular, replicable, and purpose-built for scaling regulated markets.
We’ve codified best practices into a standardized migration playbook that’s reusable, auditable, and designed for speed. From onboarding procedures to compliance audits, we’ve industrialized the entire lifecycle of platform transition. Every future migration will be faster, safer, and more automated than the last.
Unlocking Strategic Advantage in Regulated Markets
Our migration capability is now a differentiator – one that gives our partners a distinct edge in highly regulated environments. Operators joining our platform benefit from accelerated onboarding timelines, ironclad data integrity, and a proven compliance track record.
We don’t just meet regulatory requirements. We operationalize them. Our platform architecture and tooling allow partners to scale confidently across jurisdictions, without worrying about fragmented compliance, data risk, or technical friction.
In a market where latency, security, and auditability are non-negotiable, our migration performance becomes a core part of our strategic value proposition.
Tech Stack Behind the Migration
Our ability to move fast and at scale came down to a flexible, well-integrated tech stack. PHP orchestrated the migration process, automating logic and workflows. MongoDB managed the unstructured gameplay data with ease, while MSSQL and MySQL handled legacy and transactional systems with high reliability and performance.
RabbitMQ ensured smooth, asynchronous communication between services, keeping everything running in sync, even under tight time constraints. This architecture didn’t just support migration – it gave us real-time oversight, quick rollback options, and the reliability we needed to deliver with confidence.
More Than Migration – A Platform Transformation
What we’ve delivered is not just a migration, but a statement of what our platform is capable of. It demonstrates our readiness for scale, our fluency in compliance, and our commitment to uninterrupted player experience.
We’ve shown that technical transformation doesn’t have to come at the cost of stability. We’ve proven that large-scale, regulated migrations can be executed with surgical precision. And we’ve reaffirmed our vision: to be the most adaptable, regulation-ready, and technically robust platform in iGaming.
We’re not just migrating data. We’re redefining the standard for what a migration-driven platform can be – fast, resilient, and engineered for the future.
Why Choose Delasport?
1. Invaluable real know-how and expertise: At Delaspor,t we’ve gained a lot of experience in player migration, so we have a proven track record of ensuring no downtime, no data loss, and no play disruption. Why it matters: Operators are terrified of migrating, and Delasport makes it painless, fast, and fully compliant. Your players won’t even know it happened.
2. Built for Regulated Markets: Delasport’s platform is pre-configured for jurisdiction-specific rules (e.g., Ontario, Brazil, UK, etc.). Why it matters: Operators want to expand but fear the regulatory minefield. Delasport turns that complexity into a competitive advantage.
3. Real Partnership, Not a Black Box: Transparent communication, dedicated account teams, and co-planned roadmaps. Why it matters: Operators leave vendors who stop listening. Delasport becomes part of your business, not just your backend.
4. Full Product Suite, No Vendor Lock-in: Casino, sportsbook, PAM, CRM, cashier, and engagement tools – fully modular and API-friendly. Operators want flexibility and speed. Delasport lets you integrate what you want, launch what you need, and own the player experience.
Key Takeaways:
Delasport is not just a platform provider. It’s a scaling engine, a compliance partner, and a growth accelerator.
Operators who switch to Delasport don’t simply migrate. They level up.
Your current iGaming provider fails you? You need player migration without disruption? Talk to us about making your next platform leap a zero-friction success.
