How to prepare for Atlassian Cloud and manage change with Configuration Manager for Jira

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Nov 18, 2025

Learn how to clean up your Jira instance, reduce manual configuration work, and stay in control of changes before and after migration using CMJ.

What you’ll learn in this guide

If you are moving to Atlassian Cloud — or already managing a Cloud instance — Configuration Manager for Jira (CMJ) helps you save time, reduce repetitive tasks, and avoid common risks..

This guide covers:

  • When to use CMJ or JCMA at different stages of the migration process
  • How to prepare your Jira instance by cleaning up and consolidating configurations
  • Ways to manage and test changes safely in Cloud environments
  • How to merge environments and keep configurations aligned after the move

Why this guide matters

Teams use Configuration Manager for Jira to:

  • Cut migration and change management time by more than 50 percent
  • Promote changes with confidence using test environments
  • Maintain visibility and consistency across multiple Jira instances

“We cut change management time by 60% each month with Configuration Manager.”

— Daniel T., Senior DevOps Engineer, TD Bank

Who this guide is for

This guide is built for:

  • Jira administrators and migration leads
  • IT teams managing multiple Jira environments
  • Enterprise teams planning or scaling in Atlassian Cloud

Expert support included

Appfire’s Cloud Ready program connects you with migration specialists to help plan, test, and transition your Appfire apps with confidence.

With this program, you can:

  • Clean up old apps, unused fields, and clutter before the move
  • Confirm your Appfire tools are ready for Cloud
  • Reduce the risk of errors or downtime during go-live

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