Hubspot CRM Data Migration Certification Answers

Hubspot CRM Data Migration Certification Answers

• There are 60 questions.
• The exam takes about 1 hour to complete.
• You must answer 45 questions correctly to pass.
• You must wait 12 hours between attempts.
• You have 3 hours to complete the exam.

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Questions:

 

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using the HubSpot API to support a CRM data migration?

• The API enables programmatic data import.
• The API can handle complex data mappings.
• The API allows for direct integration with HubSpot.
• The API requires limited technical resources.

 

True or false? It’s best practice to schedule a delta migration during peak business hours to keep your client as involved as possible.

• True
• False

 

What is the purpose of a RACI matrix?

• To streamline communication and approvals
• To reduce the need for client involvement
• To control the flow of information
• To standardize the structure of the project team

 

Which of the following best describes a CRM data migration?

• The process of moving data from one CRM database to another
• The process of transferring marketing assets to a CRM platform
• The process of removing duplicate records from a CRM database
• The process of moving data from one CMS to another

 

True or false? HubSpot's data quality command center is a standalone solution for data migration.

• True
• False

 

Fill in the blank: The _______ is an agreed-upon date after which no new data will be entered into the old CRM, and the client will be fully transitioned onto HubSpot.

• project deadline
• cut-off date
• down period
• launch date

 

True or false? The operations team are the primary end users of a CRM and will use the data to prospect, create opportunities, manage deals, and track closed-won revenue.

• True
• False

 

Fill in the blanks: When adding or importing new records to HubSpot, the system requires that the contact’s _______ , or in the case of a company, its _______ , are unique.

• full name, industry
• email, domain
• email, business name
• full name, domain

 

True or false? It can be difficult to rollback or reverse a data migration if records are merged or updates are made to properties of existing data during the import.

• True
• False

 

Imagine you’re leading a data migration for a client. They don’t want to experience any downtime in their CRM processes when transitioning from their old system to HubSpot, so they continue to work in the old system while the full migration is being completed. What can you do to make sure that any data that's been added, changed, or deleted in the old system during this time is transferred to HubSpot?

• Perform user acceptance testing
• Perform a delta migration
• Perform a rollback
• Perform a test migration

 

One principle of adult learning theory is that adults are autonomous and self-directed. As a training facilitator, how can you support this?

• Provide training in a single format to avoid confusion.
• Allow learners to assume responsibility for their learning.
• Supply learners with answers, so they understand concepts more quickly.
• Make training optional for all learners.

 

According to Kotter's model of change management, what is the first stage that companies must go through to achieve effective change?

• Form a powerful coalition
• Create a sense of urgency
• Communicate the vision
• Remove obstacles

 

Imagine your client is interested in learning more about technical solutions that would enable a one-time bulk import of their existing CRM data to HubSpot Smart CRM. Based on their needs, which of the following options would NOT be recommended for your client?

• HubSpot's native import tool
• HubSpot API
• Third-party data migration software, like Import2
• HubSpot's data sync

 

Imagine you’re migrating a client's data from an external CRM to an existing HubSpot account. What action can you take to segment (or distinguish between) the new and existing datasets after they’re merged?

• Use a custom property to identify new records from existing records.
• Move the existing HubSpot database to a new HubSpot account.
• Migrate the external data to a HubSpot sandbox account.
• You shouldn't merge an external database with existing data in HubSpot.

 

True or false? Standard objects are entities specific to your client’s business that can be created and tailored to their unique needs and data requirements.

• True
• False

 

Which user access level is recommended for partners leading a data migration in a client's HubSpot account?

• Standard user access
• View and edit access
• Marketing access
• Super admin access

 

In HubSpot, what does the data model overview show?

• The relationship between objects, properties, and activities
• The import order of objects, properties, and activities
• The relationship between imported and existing CRM records
• The number of duplicate and incomplete CRM records

 

Which of the following is NOT a required property/column header when importing new contact records?

• First name
• Last name
• Email
• Job title

 

What is the purpose of performing a test data migration before transitioning a client to HubSpot Smart CRM?

• To address issues with data accuracy, completeness, or consistency
• To save time during the full data migration process
• To test the functionality of HubSpot's native import tool
• To familiarize your team with the migration steps

 

Fill in the blank: A sample size of around _______ of the records you plan to migrate is often sufficient for a test migration.

• 1%
• 10%
• 50%
• 75%

 

When testing in a sandbox environment, which of the following is NOT an approach for reducing the impact on the client?

• Remove the client from the testing process to minimize friction.
• Focus on test cases that cover data integrity, functionality, and integrations.
• Devote resources to thoroughly testing high-risk or complex use cases.
• Leverage automation tools to streamline testing processes.

 

True or false? When using HubSpot's native import tool, you'll only be notified of data mapping issues in your import file after the import is complete.

• True
• False

 

Fill in the blank: In HubSpot's native import tool, the preview window will check for errors in the first _______ of your import file.

• 100 rows
• 500 columns
• 1,000 rows
• 5,000 columns

 

Imagine you’re importing a data file using HubSpot's native import tool. In the preview window, you receive an error notification with the error code, "Could not parse date." What does this error indicate?

• The import file contains a date value that doesn't match the format you selected during the import process.
• The import file contains a value that doesn't match an existing option in an enumeration property.
• The import file contains empty values for multiple columns.
• The import file contains a date that's repeated more than ten times across all rows.

 

When should user acceptance testing be conducted?

• Before the data migration
• Before the data migration
• After the data migration
• All of the above

 

When might a trickle (or phased) migration approach be a good option?

• When the client's timeline is strict
• When there's greater risk associated with downtime for business operations
• When you're onboarding a single team to HubSpot
• When user acceptance testing isn’t required

 

In the context of data migration, what is a rollback?

• When the migration team pauses the migration process to review the data for accuracy and consistency
• When the migration team minimizes disruption to the client's business operations during the migration
• When the migration team reverts the system or database to a previous state due to unforeseen issues
• When the migration team communicates progress and updates to the broader team throughout the migration process

 

True or false? HubSpot's native import tool has built-in rollback functionality.

• True
• False

 

True or false? It’s best practice to schedule a delta migration during peak business owners to keep your client as involved as possible.

• True
• False

 

You’re designing a post-migration training program for your client that focuses on the intrinsic features, tools, and capabilities that drive CRM adoption, while highlighting the power of their data in HubSpot. Which of the following features should you focus on?

• Sales intelligence features, like prospect identification and automatic contact enrichment
• Sales acceleration tools, like sending and tracking emails, documents, and playbooks
• Mobile app capabilities, like outbound dialing, scanning business cards, and logging activities
• All of the above

 

Which of these statements best describes change management?

• Change management is the process of adapting to shifting market trends and customer preferences.
• Change management is a systematic approach to achieving business outcomes through the execution of change.
• Change management focuses on maintaining the status quo and avoiding disruptions within an organization.
• Change management is the practice of implementing changes to IT systems while avoiding down time.

 

Fill in the blank: The four types of change are informational, transitional, _______, and transformational.

• confrontational
• motivational
• behaviorial
• transactional

 

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of transformational change?

• It requires a significant shift in behavior.
• It prompts an emotional response.
• It's a simple change process.
• It requires empathy, expectation setting, and reinforcement.

 

You recently assigned a new success manager to one of your client accounts. The previous success manager has worked closely with the client for the last two years. This change doesn't require the client to change their behavior, but does prompt an emotional response from them. What type of change would this be classified as?

• Informational
• Transitional
• Behavioral
• Transformational

 

Which change principle involves identifying the skills, knowledge, and resources required for the change to be successful?

• Establishing a clear and shared understanding
• Engaging all relevant stakeholders
• Supporting with comprehensive training and enablement
• Monitoring and evaluating progress

 

True or false? Engaging all stakeholders in the change process helps build a coalition that supports the change and promotes a shared vision.

• True
• False

 

Select all that apply. Which of the following statements accurately describes the ADKAR model?

• A framework that focuses on the people-side of change
• A framework that's goal-oriented
• A framework that aims to limit resistance to change
• A framework that’s designed for small teams

 

When leading a data migration, you should align the objects, fields, and other attributes from the client's existing data source to the corresponding attributes in the new CRM. What is this practice known as?

• Data cleansing
• Data matching
• Data consolidation
• Data mapping

 

Fill in the blank: A _______ is an individual, group, or organization that the outcome of a project or a business venture impacts.

• stakeholder
• project team
• project owner
• collaborator

 

Imagine you’re working with a client who is reluctant to make changes to their existing CRM processes when migrating to HubSpot. How would you approach the situation to help them understand the benefits of the change?

• Allow them to design their own data model for HubSpot.
• Suggest enhancements to their existing processes that align with their business strategy.
• Address their concerns more thoroughly after the data migration is complete.
• Offer additional training to the client's team to help them understand the benefits of your suggestions.

 

Which of the following is typically included in a CRM data migration?

• Landing pages and lead generation forms
• Knowledge base articles and ticket properties
• Marketing emails and content pages
• Contact, company, and deal records

 

One common concern with data migrations is resource availability. How can you alleviate this concern for your client?

• Advise the client to allocate all of their available resources to the data migration.
• Direct your client to learning resources to help develop their team's data migration skills.
• Position your team as skilled project managers and technical consultants who can manage the entire migration process.
• Encourage the client to delay the migration until additional resources are available.

 

True or false? CRM data migrations include transferring only standard objects like contacts and companies.

• True
• False

 

Imagine you’re leading a discovery call with a potential client. They’re interested in transitioning to the HubSpot Smart CRM, but are worried that their unfamiliarity with the platform and lack of best practices knowledge may lead to low user adoption. How can you address their concerns?

• Offer to set them up with a free trial of HubSpot Smart CRM.
• Demonstrate your knowledge of HubSpot's products and methodologies.
• Deliver a presentation on the pros and cons of their current CRM system.
• Wait to schedule the migration until they've completed platform training in HubSpot Academy.

 

Fill in the blank: _______ enables you to import contacts, companies, deals, and other CRM objects to HubSpot, using supported file formats like CSV and Excel.

• HubSpot's native import tool
• HubSpot API
• HubSpot's data quality command center
• HubSpot's data sync

 

True or false? Third-party tools like Neverbounce, Zoominfo, and Insycle can enhance the quality, accuracy, and completeness of your data before, during, and after a migration.

• True
• False

 

What is the purpose of a data migration plan?

• To track errors and feedback during the project
• To set expectations with project stakeholders
• To facilitate clear and effective communication
• All of the above

 

Fill in the blank: There are many reasons organizations decide to transition to a new CRM. These could include inefficient workflows and low user adoption due to patched solutions or a _______ tech stack.

• cohesive
• comprehensive
• cobbled
• customized

 

Select all that apply. You’re leading a discovery session with your client to better understand their timeline for migrating their CRM data to HubSpot. Which of the following factors could impact the timing of the client's project?

• Their team's bandwidth
• The contract end date for their current CRM
• The length of time they've been using their current CRM
• Competing organizational initiatives

 

True or false? The goals of the migration project team will be to set expectations for CRM usage in the new system, secure the necessary resources needed to complete the work, and maintain alignment and accountability throughout the project’s duration.

• True
• False

 

On the migration project team, what role is typically responsible for communicating and coordinating with project stakeholders to make sure tasks and milestones are delivered on time and to completion?

• The migration architect or strategist
• The developer
• The data migration or implementation specialist
• The project manager

 

True or false? In a RACI matrix, there are often multiple individuals assigned to the "Responsible" role for a task.

• True
• False

 

Fill in the blanks: An implementation specialist has been assigned the task of importing a client's existing CRM records to HubSpot. A migration architect will be overseeing the completion of the implementation specialist's work. Once the data has been imported, the implementation specialist will notify members of the client's sales leadership team that the project milestone has been met. In a RACI matrix, the migration architect would be considered _______ , and the sales leaders would be _______ .

• Accountable, Informed
• Consulted, Accountable
• Informed, Responsible
• Responsible, Consulted

 

Which of the following is NOT a reason to conduct a systems audit before a CRM data migration?

• To assess the client’s CRM data quality and integrity
• To suggest ways to integrate the existing CRM and HubSpot Smart CRM
• To understand the current CRM's limitations or inefficiencies
• To evaluate the client's existing CRM customizations and integrations

 

You’re conducting a systems audit for a client. You review their existing database to make sure the data is free from errors, inconsistencies, or mistakes (such as typos or outdated information) that could impact its reliability and usability. Which aspect of data integrity is this an example of?

• Accuracy
• Completeness
• Consistency
• Uniqueness

 

True or false? Completing a pre-migration data cleanup is a bad practice, since it can lead to broken object associations or unexpected data loss.

• True
• False

 

Fill in the blank: In a CRM, a _______ is used to define the relationship between unique objects, properties, and activities, and can be used to set up data imports, reports, and automation.

• data guide
• data blueprint
• data model
• data integration

 

How are CRM records associated in HubSpot?

• Associations are one-way, from record A to record B only.
• Associations are one-way, from record B to record A only.
• Associations are two-way, with both record A and record B being associated.
• Associations are not available in HubSpot.

 

What type of resource is used to capture the relationship between elements by using a flowchart-style illustration?

• A data mapping document
• An entity relationship diagram (ERD)
• A data migration plan
• A RACI matrix

 

Select all that apply. Which of the following factors can impact the estimated timeline for a CRM data migration project?

• The volume of the data being migrated
• The complexity of the data being migrated
• The invariability of the data being migrated
• The quality of the data being migrated

 

Imagine that you're migrating new contact and company records from Salesforce to HubSpot in a single import file. In the import file, you include the Salesforce account ID as the unique identifier. What will the unique identifier be used for?

• To delete records
• To associate records
• To de-duplicate records
• To disassociate records

 

Which of the following can be customized with user permissions in HubSpot?

• User access to property settings
• User access to the workflows tool
• User access to bulk actions
• All of the above

 

True or false? It isn’t necessary to create custom properties in HubSpot ahead of time for theassociated data to import correctly.

• True
• False

 

In HubSpot, the middle column of a record shows a timeline of the record's activities and a summary of its information. What is this section known as?

• The record overview
• The record summary
• The record timeline
• The record recap

 

Imagine you’re importing new contact and deal records to HubSpot. Several of the deal records have multiple contacts related to a single deal. For example, one contact who’s the decision maker and another who’s the billing contact. What feature in HubSpot can be used to further specify the contacts' relationship to the deal?

• A note
• A custom object
• A record tag
• An association label

 

Fill in the blank: Deal pipelines help visualize your client’s _______ to predict revenue and identify selling roadblocks.

• marketing activities
• sales process
• marketing process
• rep activities

 

Fill in the blank: _______ act as reference points to locate and map data from the source system to the appropriate objects and fields within HubSpot.

• Contact records
• API keys
• Unique identifiers
• Company records

 

Select all that apply. In a data mapping document, what information is typically stored in tables?

• Object properties and associated field values from the client's source CRM
• Object properties and associated field values from HubSpot Smart CRM
• Workflow actions for data validation in HubSpot
• Field types for all listed properties

 

True or false? Creating additional pipelines is only recommended if the client’s sales processes have unique stages that require different pipelines.

• True
• False

 

Before importing data, which of the following configurations should you consider turning off in HubSpot?

• Automated contact creation and association with companies
• Automated property filling from the HubSpot Insights database
• Active integrations or data syncs that may impact the migration
• All of these configurations should be turned off

 

Which of the following is NOT a reason to preserve legacy records IDs from the source CRM during a data migration?

• To verify the accuracy of the imported data
• To conduct post-import data cleanup in HubSpot
• To establish data governance practices in HubSpot
• To perform updates to existing CRM records

 

Select all that apply. When preparing import files for data migration, which file formats are supported by HubSpot's native import tool?

• .csv
• .xlsx
• .doc
• .txt

 

True or false? In an import file, column headers can be organized in any order without affecting the import.

• True
• False

 

True or false? Attachments can only be imported to HubSpot using the Engagements API.

• True
• False

 

Which of the following is NOT an enumeration property in HubSpot?

• Multi-select
• Radio select
• Number
• Checkbox

 

Select all that apply. In HubSpot, what is the purpose of the data quality command center?

• To identify incomplete values for properties
• To identify unused playbooks
• To identify property values that are formatted incorrectly
• To identify duplicate records

 

In the data quality command center, which of the following indicates the percentage of records that have a value for a specific property?

• Fill rate (%)
• Used in
• Update source
• Data syncs

 

Select all that apply. When designing a process for user acceptance testing, which factors should you consider?

• Company size

• Number of roles or teams you'll be onboarding

• Learning preferences of users

• The company's culture

 

Fill in the blank: When completing user acceptance testing in HubSpot, it’s best practice to review _____ for their owned deals.

• unique identifiers
• deal settings
• workflow actions
• associated contacts and associated companies

 

Establishing baselines before starting the migration to HubSpot can serve as a reference to gauge results once the migration is complete. Which of the following is NOT a recommended baseline you should measure against?

• Total count of records from the source system
• Average system usage in the source system
• Volume of existing data quality issues in the source system
• Total active users in the source system

 

Fill in the blank: A delta migration covers the period between the date data was exported for the full migration to the _______ users were actively working in the old system.

• last date
• last week
• last month
• last quarter

 

Fill in the blank: _______ is often cited as a top barrier when using a CRM to accelerate revenue growth.

• Ineffective training videos
• Lack of phone support
• Poor branding
• Low user adoption

 

In Kotter's 8-step model for change management, the last step is focused on anchoring the change in the company’s corporate culture. In the context of a data migration, what's one way you can achieve this?

• Position the CRM as just another tool in the company’s tech stack
• Encourage the client to learn the new system through trial and error
• Integrate CRM training into recruitment, onboarding, and employee development programs
• Recreate the client’s existing CRM processes in HubSpot to avoid confusion

 

True or false? When designing a relevancy-oriented training for adult learners, it’s important to focus on practical tasks and objectives that can make the training more valuable to them.

• True
• False

 

Fill in the blank: Adult learners want training to focus on _______, rather than knowledge that may be useful to them in the future.

• hypothetical scenarios
• best practices
• current issues
• common pitfalls

 

You’re leading an interactive training session for a team of sales representatives to show them the value of their data in HubSpot Smart CRM. How can you make sure the training is both relevant and benefit-oriented for them?

• Focus on ease-of-use, time savings, and leveraging insights to close more deals faster.
• Focus on forecasting revenue and achieving visibility and predictability into their pipeline.
• Focus on data integrity, user permissions, and customization.
• Focus on leveraging automation to drive efficiency across the customer lifecycle.

 

What are learning objectives?

• They describe the metrics that will be used to track the success of a learning experience.
• They describe what the learner hopes to gain from the learning experience.
• They describe what participants should know, or be able to do, as a result of a learning experience.
• They describe the potential consequences of a failed learning experience.

 

True or false? It’s best to avoid scheduling CRM training towards the end of a fiscal quarter when the pressure to hit quotas or goals is higher.

• True
• False

 

After a data migration, how can team managers act as an extension of your training team?

• By incorporating CRM usage into their one-on-one meetings with direct reports
• By making all training sessions for their direct reports mandatory
• By offering bonuses or incentives around training completion
• By creating detailed user guides and glosseries for their direct reports

 

Fill in the blank: Standard objects in HubSpot include contacts, companies, _______ , tickets, and products.

• opportunities
• calls
• deals
• meetings