Creating an update plan is critical to the success of the project. An update plan consists of all the steps, tasks, and timelines to accomplish the update from start to finish.

It is recommended to incorporate test phases into the plan at crucial points during the update and allow for additional time to fix problems that arise during the update.

A solid update plan not only sets expectations for the project, but also leads to a smoother overall update experience. In addition, it reduces the risk of production downtime after updating.