Approaches for Upgrading to SAS 9.3

You have several approaches for upgrading to SAS 9.3. You can do one of the following:
  • Promote—install SAS 9.3 and upgrade portions of your current SAS content.
  • Migrate—install SAS 9.3 and upgrade all your current SAS content.
  • Use a combination of migration and promotion.
The terms “promotion” and “migration” are explained in the following sections. This subject is discussed in more depth in Choosing an Approach for Upgrading to SAS 9.3.