Ascent’s whitepaper outlines key strategies for migrating from SAS to R, driven by the need to reduce costs, adopt modern data science methods, and attract talent skilled in open source tools. Migration challenges include technical complexity and cultural resistance, especially from non-programmer SAS users. Success depends on a well-defined strategy, training, platform readiness, and structured workflows. A case study with Premier Inc. shows reduced licensing costs, improved innovation capacity, and full team retention post-migration. The shift to open source aligns with broader digital transformation goals and supports scalable, modern analytics.

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