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Digital & Commerce · AEM to Drupal Migration

Migrate from AEM to Drupal seamlessly.

Expert AEM to Drupal migration services — content model transformation, Java to PHP architecture shift, and seamless digital experience platform transitions. Eliminate massive AEM licensing fees while maintaining enterprise-grade security and scalability.

AEM content audit & JCR export
Content type mapping to Drupal
Automated content migration scripting
URL redirect mapping & SEO preservation
Drupal theme development & design refresh
Post-migration QA & performance tuning
$350K+
Annual savings per client
Eliminate AEM licensing and managed services costs.
100%
URL mapping
Comprehensive 301 redirects to protect your SEO rankings.
API-First
Architecture
Modernize from AEM monolithic structures to Drupal JSON:API.
4–8 mo
Typical migration timeline
Phased, risk-mitigated migration from Java to Drupal 10/11.
Trusted by enterprises worldwideCMMi Level 3ISO 27001SOC 220+ Years
Why MetaDesign

Enterprise migration specialists.

Data mapping, SEO preservation, robust engineering.

01

JCR to Entity Mapping

We expertly map AEM's Java Content Repository (JCR) structures and complex component models to Drupal's entity and paragraph architecture, ensuring a clean, logical content foundation.

02

SEO & URL Preservation

Our migration methodology includes comprehensive URL auditing, canonical tag mapping, and XML sitemap rebuilding — ensuring stable or improved search rankings post-migration.

03

Infrastructure Optimization

Move away from complex AEM dispatcher configurations and expensive managed services to modern, scalable Drupal hosting environments with significantly lower overhead.

Government & Public Sector

Agencies migrating from AEM to Drupal to meet open-source mandates, improve accessibility, and eliminate high vendor lock-in costs.

Healthcare Systems

Healthcare organizations moving to Drupal for secure, compliant content workflows and integration capabilities without AEM's premium pricing.

Higher Education

Universities migrating from AEM to Drupal for flexible multi-site management, academic department autonomy, and robust integrations.

Financial Services

Banks and financial institutions transitioning to Drupal for secure, role-based access control and modern API capabilities.

Our approach

Five stages, paired end-to-end.

Predictable delivery. No black-box sprints.

01

Audit

Comprehensive AEM content inventory — mapping JCR nodes, digital assets, templates, and integrations. We assess content health and define the migration scope.

02

Map

Translate AEM architecture to Drupal equivalents — templates become content types, components become paragraphs, and URL structures are preserved with precise redirect rules.

03

Build

Construct the Drupal destination environment — custom theme development, entity configuration, taxonomy setup, and editorial workflow design.

04

Migrate

Execute automated content migration using custom scripts — transferring pages, assets, metadata, and user accounts in staged batches with validation checkpoints.

05

Launch

Production cutover with seamless continuity — DNS switchover, redirect activation, search engine re-indexing, and a dedicated hypercare support period.

Customer value

Six places it pays back in the first sprint.

Real outcomes our clients report within the first engagement cycle.

Faster time-to-market

Production-ready teams that ship from week one — no ramp-up lag.

Reduced technical risk

Architecture reviews, code audits, and security scans baked into every sprint.

Measurable velocity

Cycle time, PR throughput, and defect density tracked from day one.

Cost predictability

Fixed-price or capped T&M — no surprise invoices, ever.

Continuous improvement

Retros, post-mortems, and process refinement every sprint.

Knowledge transfer

Your team grows. Documentation, pair programming, and workshops included.

Technology

Tools our aem to drupal migration developers ship with.

We use what works. No vendor lock-in.

Drupal 10/11PHP 8.xComposerTwigDrupal Migrate APIJSON:APIRedirect modulePathautoAEM JCR ExportGraphQLREST APIData MappingAcquia CloudPantheonPlatform.shDDEV
By the numbers
400+
Engineers worldwide
200+
Active clients
20yr
Pure-play software
94%
Client retention
Engagement models

Three ways to work with our AEM to Drupal Migration team.

Scale up, scale down — zero procurement headaches.

Fixed-scope project

Start-to-finish delivery with total cost, timeline, and scope agreed upfront. Best for well-defined builds and launches.

BEST FORNew product launches

Dedicated team

A ring-fenced squad — PM, tech lead, engineers, QA — fully managed by us, embedded in your workflow.

BEST FORLong-running platforms

Staff augmentation

Plug senior engineers into your existing team and tools. You manage priorities, we deliver results.

BEST FORCapacity gaps & sprints
FAQ

Asked first, every time.

Don't see yours here? Send us the question — a principal engineer will reply within 24 hours.

Due to the complexity of AEM component models, a typical migration takes 4 to 8 months. This depends on content volume, custom Java components, and the number of integrations involved.

Not if executed correctly. We implement comprehensive 301 redirects, map canonical tags, and monitor search performance closely to ensure stable or improved traffic post-migration.

Drupal's core Media module, combined with enterprise DAM integrations (like Acquia DAM or Bynder), provides robust asset management that rivals AEM Assets, often with a more intuitive interface.

The primary drivers are cost and agility. AEM has massive licensing and hosting fees, and requires specialized Java developers. Drupal offers zero licensing fees, a massive PHP developer pool, and modern API-first flexibility.

Ready to escape AEM licensing costs?

Tell us about your project. We'll come back with a plan, a timeline, and the right team — no obligations.

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