CRM migration

Migrate from Jarvis CRM to HubSpot

Field-level mapping, validation, and rollback between Jarvis CRM and HubSpot. We move data and schema; workflows are rebuilt natively in HubSpot.

Jarvis CRM logo

Jarvis CRM

Source

HubSpot

Destination

HubSpot logo

Compatibility

100%

12 of 12

objects map 1:1 between Jarvis CRM and HubSpot.

Complexity

BStandard

Timeline

48–72 hours

Rollback included Accuracy guarantee Field-level validation

Overview

What this migration involves

Jarvis CRM stores data in a FileMaker Pro environment with deep customization, ERP-style modules, and built-in workflows spanning sales, projects, and accounting. HubSpot uses a flat properties-based object model with Contacts, Companies, Deals, and optional custom objects, plus separate objects for tickets and marketing. The migration carries contacts, companies, deals, activities, and custom properties into HubSpot while surfacing what cannot migrate — workflows, QuickBooks integrations, project-management data, and vendor records — for manual rebuild in HubSpot or archiving. FlitStack sequences the migration so parent objects (Companies) land before child objects (Contacts) and Deals reference resolved Contacts. A sample migration with field-level diff validates the mapping before the full run commits, and a 24–48 hour delta-pickup window captures any records modified in Jarvis during cutover. The migration also preserves original create dates and owner assignments using custom properties, ensuring historical accuracy. Field-level mapping is validated against a sample set before committing the full load, reducing risk of data loss or misalignment. Any records that cannot be directly mapped, such as multi-valued FileMaker portal fields, are flattened into comma-separated values or stored as custom properties. After the primary migration, a final reconciliation report compares record counts and key field values between Jarvis and HubSpot, allowing your team to confirm completeness before decommissioning the source system.

Field-level fidelity

Every standard and custom field arrives verified.

Schema-aware mapping

AI proposes the map; you confirm before any record moves.

Relationships preserved

Parent–child, lookups, and ownership stay linked.

Full activity history

Calls, emails, meetings — with original timestamps.

Attachments & notes

Documents, uploads, and inline notes move with the record.

Why teams make this switch

Two sides of the same decision

Leaving

Jarvis CRM logo

Jarvis CRM

What's pushing teams away

  • There is a learning curve with Jarvis, especially when navigating custom workflows or the FileMaker backend, and reviewers note it takes time to become fully comfortable with the system.
  • The platform lacks a publicly documented API, which limits automation options and makes integration with modern SaaS tools more difficult compared to REST-API-first CRMs.
  • Some users report difficulty finding consolidated views of all information entered into the system, suggesting the data architecture can fragment customer records across modules.
  • Customizations are billed separately from the base subscription and require discovery and development fees, which can surprise customers expecting all-inclusive pricing.
  • As a smaller niche CRM with limited market visibility, organizations concerned about vendor longevity or ecosystem scale may prefer platforms with larger user communities and more third-party integrations.

Choosing

HubSpot logo

HubSpot

What's pulling them in

  • Lowest barrier to entry of any major CRM — the free tier with unlimited contacts lets teams validate fit before committing to a paid plan, according to G2 and Capterra reviewers.
  • Native integration between the CRM and sales engagement tools (sequences, email tracking, dialer) means no separate sync configuration, a theme across G2 Sales Hub reviews.
  • Pipeline visualization, deal tracking, and automated workflows are consistently praised as intuitive and easy to set up without developer involvement.
  • Strong onboarding for new team members — reviewers on Capterra and G2 highlight how quickly new reps become productive without formal training.
  • The HubSpot platform ecosystem (Marketing, Sales, Service, CMS hubs) allows growing companies to consolidate tools without building new integrations.

Object mapping

How Jarvis CRM objects map to HubSpot

Each row shows how a Jarvis CRM object lands in HubSpot, including any object-level transformations, lookup resolution, or schema-design dependencies.

Typical mapping — final map is confirmed during the sample migration step.

Jarvis CRM

Contact (Person record)

maps to

HubSpot

Contact

1:1
Fully supported

Jarvis person contacts map directly to HubSpot contacts. HubSpot stores contact properties as flat key-value pairs. Email, phone, address, and name fields transfer 1:1. Owner assignment resolves via email matching against HubSpot user records. During migration, any custom contact fields in Jarvis are created as HubSpot custom properties, and duplicate detection flags are applied based on email uniqueness.

Jarvis CRM

Company (Business record)

maps to

HubSpot

Company

1:1
Fully supported

Jarvis business records map to HubSpot companies. Company name, domain, industry, employee count, and revenue fields map to HubSpot company properties. Parent-child hierarchies in Jarvis require HubSpot custom fields for multi-level company relationships. Address and phone fields also transfer directly. If multiple Jarvis records share the same domain, FlitStack merges them into a single HubSpot company record to avoid duplication.

Jarvis CRM

Opportunity / Deal

maps to

HubSpot

Deal

1:1
Fully supported

Jarvis deal or opportunity records map to HubSpot deals. Deal name, amount, stage, and close date transfer directly. HubSpot deal pipelines must be pre-configured with matching stage names before migration runs. Custom deal fields in Jarvis are created as HubSpot custom properties, and the owner field is resolved by email matching to ensure the correct HubSpot user is assigned.

Jarvis CRM

Pipeline

maps to

HubSpot

Deal Pipeline

1:1
Fully supported

Jarvis pipelines containing deal stages map to HubSpot deal pipelines. Each Jarvis pipeline becomes a separate HubSpot pipeline. Stage probability values do not transfer automatically and are re-applied during HubSpot configuration. You will define stage probabilities in HubSpot's pipeline settings, and FlitStack will remind you to set these before the migration to ensure accurate forecasting.

Jarvis CRM

Task / Activity

maps to

HubSpot

Engagement (Task)

1:1
Fully supported

Jarvis tasks and activity records migrate as HubSpot engagement tasks. Subject, body, due date, and completion status transfer. Original timestamps and owner assignments are preserved. Call and email activities in Jarvis map to HubSpot engagement types. If Jarvis contains custom task types, FlitStack creates custom property flags in HubSpot to preserve those distinctions, and any attachments on tasks are exported as files for re‑attachment.

Jarvis CRM

Notes

maps to

HubSpot

Engagement (Note)

1:1
Fully supported

Jarvis notes migrate to HubSpot engagement notes attached to the relevant contact, company, or deal record. Rich-text formatting in Jarvis notes is preserved where HubSpot's note format allows. If a note includes embedded images or file references, FlitStack exports them as separate files and re‑links them to the HubSpot note record, ensuring no content is lost.

Jarvis CRM

Project Record

maps to

HubSpot

Custom Object (Projects) or Ticket

1:1
Fully supported

Jarvis project management records have no direct HubSpot equivalent. Projects migrate as a HubSpot custom object if your HubSpot tier supports custom objects, or as tickets in the support pipeline. Project status, milestones, and Gantt data become custom properties. FlitStack will provide a schema mapping sheet that lists each custom property name, data type, and any pick‑list options required to recreate the project structure in HubSpot.

Jarvis CRM

Product / Service Record

maps to

HubSpot

Product

1:1
Fully supported

Jarvis product and service records map to HubSpot products. Name, price, SKU, and description fields transfer directly. HubSpot products attach to deals via line items; Jarvis deal-to-product associations map accordingly. If a product has multiple pricing tiers in Jarvis, FlitStack creates separate HubSpot product records for each tier, linking them to the same base product via a custom parent‑product property.

Jarvis CRM

Vendor Record

maps to

HubSpot

Company (with custom type property)

1:1
Fully supported

Jarvis vendor management records (POs, bills, payments) have no HubSpot equivalent. Vendors migrate as HubSpot companies with a custom Vendor_Type__c pick-list field. Financial records (POs, bills) are exported as CSV for archival; they do not map to HubSpot objects. The Vendor_Type__c field uses values such as 'Supplier', 'Contractor', or 'Partner' to differentiate vendor roles, and you can expand the pick‑list as needed after migration.

Jarvis CRM

Time Tracking Record

maps to

HubSpot

Custom Object (Time Entries)

1:1
Fully supported

Jarvis time tracking records (timecards, job time) have no HubSpot equivalent. These migrate as a custom object with employee name, date, hours, and project reference. Timesheet data does not affect HubSpot reporting natively and is maintained for historical reference. You can build custom reports in HubSpot that pull time entry data via the custom object, or export the data to analytics tools for deeper cost analysis.

Jarvis CRM

Attachment / File

maps to

HubSpot

Files

1:1
Fully supported

Jarvis file attachments associated with contacts, companies, or deals re-upload to HubSpot Files. Files attach to the corresponding HubSpot record. File size limits of HubSpot apply (25MB per file for most tiers). If any file exceeds the size limit, FlitStack splits it into smaller chunks and reassembles them in HubSpot, preserving the original file name and metadata.

Jarvis CRM

User / Owner Record

maps to

HubSpot

Owner

1:1
Fully supported

Jarvis users resolve to HubSpot owners by email address. Unmatched Jarvis users are flagged before migration; the team either creates HubSpot user accounts first or assigns records to a fallback HubSpot owner. FlitStack provides a pre‑migration owner worksheet listing each Jarvis user, their email, and the recommended HubSpot owner, so you can provision accounts ahead of the cutover.

Gotchas + challenges

What specifically takes care here

Platform-specific issues from each side, plus the pair-specific challenges that don't show up on either platform's page on its own.

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Jarvis CRM gotchas

High

No documented public API means migration requires FileMaker-native exports

High

FileMaker schema varies per deployment because the platform is fully customizable

Medium

Customizations are not included in base pricing and require separate engagement

Medium

Data relationships between FileMaker tables must be reconstructed manually

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HubSpot gotchas

High

Marketing Contacts billing model is migration-critical

High

Feature tier gating is not visible until onboarding

Medium

Mandatory onboarding fees inflate year-one cost

Medium

HubSpot CSV importer cannot migrate engagements or attachments

Medium

Custom objects require Enterprise and a pre-existing schema

Pair-specific challenges

  • Jarvis workflows do not migrate to HubSpot and must be rebuilt from scratch

    Jarvis CRM's built-in workflow engine stores process automation logic in FileMaker Pro scripts and layouts. HubSpot uses a completely different workflow builder with enrollment triggers, conditional branches, and action types that have no export format. FlitStack exports your Jarvis workflow definitions as a written reference document so your HubSpot admin can rebuild equivalent automations in HubSpot's workflow tool. This includes any automation logic spanning sales follow-ups, project triggers, or task creation in Jarvis.

  • Jarvis FileMaker data structure requires flat property mapping for HubSpot's object model

    Jarvis CRM stores data in FileMaker Pro with related tables, portals, and layout-level custom fields that do not map 1:1 to HubSpot's flat properties. HubSpot stores contact properties as key-value pairs on each object. Custom FileMaker fields created by Jarvis admins need HubSpot custom properties created in portal settings before migration runs. FlitStack delivers a pre-migration plan listing every custom property to create in HubSpot, with data type, pick-list options, and field visibility settings.

  • ERP modules (projects, vendors, time tracking) have no HubSpot equivalents

    Jarvis CRM bundles ERP-style modules including project management with Gantt charts, vendor management with purchase orders and bills, and time tracking with timecards. HubSpot is a CRM with optional Service Hub for tickets — it does not have a native project management, vendor, or timesheet object. FlitStack maps ERP records to HubSpot custom objects (if your tier supports them) or exports them as archived CSVs. Financial data (POs, bills, vendor payments) is not imported into HubSpot CRM objects.

  • QuickBooks Online and Stripe integrations do not transfer to HubSpot

    Jarvis CRM includes native QuickBooks Online and Stripe integrations for accounting and payment tracking. HubSpot does not have native QuickBooks or Stripe connectors in its core CRM — those require third-party integrations (e.g., HubSpot's QuickBooks integration or Zapier/Make scenarios for Stripe). FlitStack flags integration-dependent data fields so your team knows which connections require rebuilding post-migration. Existing QuickBooks data in Jarvis is preserved as export files for reconciliation. Additionally, any Stripe webhook events and payment logs stored in Jarvis are exported as JSON files for future reference. Once HubSpot's QuickBooks integration or Zapier/Make scenarios are configured, you can re-import relevant financial records to restore live synchronization.

  • Marketing contact flag and billing model differ between Jarvis and HubSpot

    Jarvis CRM does not use a marketing-contact billing model — all contacts are stored equally regardless of marketing activity. HubSpot charges based on marketing contact count in certain tiers, which affects billing as contacts engage with marketing content. FlitStack preserves all contact records equally during migration. Your team should review HubSpot's marketing contact billing policy to determine whether contact list segmentation is needed before enabling marketing features. After migration, assign the HubSpot marketing contact flag to contacts that meet your criteria, such as those with email opens or website visits. Monitor the marketing contact count in HubSpot billing settings to avoid unexpected charges as your list grows.

Migration approach

Six steps for a successful Jarvis CRM to HubSpot data migration

  1. Export Jarvis data via FileMaker export or API

    FlitStack extracts data from Jarvis CRM using FileMaker export tools or API access. We pull contacts, companies, deals, tasks, notes, products, and any custom FileMaker tables. For ERP-style modules (projects, vendor records, time entries), we export full datasets and determine mapping strategy based on whether HubSpot custom objects are available on your plan. The export produces structured CSV or JSON files organized by object type, ready for transformation.

  2. Map Jarvis FileMaker fields to HubSpot properties and create custom fields

    FlitStack creates a field mapping document for every Jarvis object. Standard fields (name, email, phone, address, amount, stage) map directly to HubSpot properties. Custom FileMaker fields are matched to HubSpot custom properties — if the HubSpot property does not exist, we list it for pre-migration creation in your HubSpot portal settings. ERP records (projects, vendors, time entries) receive custom object or archived CSV designation per your HubSpot tier and business need.

  3. Resolve owners and configure HubSpot pipelines before migration

    Jarvis users are matched to HubSpot owners by email address. We generate a pre-migration owner report listing matched users and any unmatched Jarvis owners — your team creates HubSpot user accounts for unmatched owners before migration. Simultaneously, HubSpot deal pipelines are configured to match Jarvis pipeline names and stage values. FlitStack delivers a pipeline setup checklist so your HubSpot admin creates pipelines before the data lands.

  4. Run sample migration with field-level diff

    A representative sample (typically 100–500 records spanning contacts, companies, deals, and activities) migrates first. FlitStack generates a field-level diff comparing source values against HubSpot destination values for every mapped field. You review the diff to confirm custom property creation, pipeline mapping, owner resolution, and ERP record handling before the full run. Approval of the sample unlocks the full migration. The diff report highlights any data mismatches, such as missing pick-list values or truncated text, allowing you to adjust HubSpot settings before the final load.

  5. Execute full migration with delta-pickup window

    Full data migration runs against your live HubSpot portal. Companies land first, then contacts, then deals with resolved owner assignments and pipeline stage mapping. A 24–48 hour delta-pickup window captures any records modified in Jarvis during the cutover period. All operations are logged in an audit trail. One-click rollback reverts the migration if reconciliation identifies data integrity issues. ERP records exported as CSV archives are delivered alongside the migrated data.

Platform deep dives

Context on both ends of the pair

Jarvis CRM logo

Jarvis CRM

Source

Strengths

  • Integrated CRM and ERP functionality covering sales, projects, HR, and accounting in one platform
  • Fully customizable FileMaker Pro foundation allows per-business workflow adaptation
  • Per-customer isolated instance provides dedicated data separation and hosting control
  • Includes native QuickBooks Online and Google integrations without requiring third-party connectors
  • Cross-platform access across Mac, Windows, iOS, and web browsers

Weaknesses

  • No publicly documented REST API limits migration options and third-party integrations
  • Small market footprint with limited community resources and few third-party app integrations
  • Customizations are separate from base pricing, adding cost complexity for tailored deployments
  • Learning curve for administrators managing the FileMaker Pro backend
  • Case studies and review volume are limited compared to major CRM platforms
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HubSpot

Destination

Strengths

  • Genuinely useful free CRM tier with no seat limit on contact records.
  • All-in-one sales engagement layer (sequences, email tracking, calling, dialer) embedded natively in the CRM, eliminating a separate integration.
  • Intuitive interface and fast onboarding for individual reps, per G2 and Capterra reviews.
  • Workflow automation triggers across contacts, deals, and tickets with a visual builder.
  • API coverage for all standard objects including custom objects at Enterprise tier.

Weaknesses

  • Pricing model is contact-based at the marketing layer — importing all records as marketing contacts can multiply the monthly bill by 4×.
  • Feature tier cliffs are frequent surprises: sequences, calling, advanced reporting, and quoting are all gated, often requiring plan upgrades mid-implementation.
  • Mandatory onboarding fees at Professional ($1,500) and Enterprise ($3,500) are not prominently disclosed on the pricing page.
  • API rate limits are restrictive for bulk migration — burst limits of 100-200 req/10sec and search endpoint limits of 4 req/sec require careful job queuing.
  • Custom objects, additional pipelines, and advanced forecasting are Enterprise-only, making cost projections difficult for growing teams.

Complexity grading

How hard is this migration?

Standard CRM migration. 2 of 8 objects need a mapping; the rest are 1:1.

B

Overall complexity

Standard migration

Derived from compatibility, mapping clarity, API constraints, and data volume across Jarvis CRM and HubSpot.

  • Object compatibility

    B

    2 of 8 objects need a mapping; the rest are 1:1.

  • Field mapping clarity

    C

    Field mapping is derived from defaults — final spec confirmed during the sample migration.

  • Timeline complexity

    B

    8-object category — typical timelines run 2–7 days end-to-end.

  • API constraints

    B

    Jarvis CRM: Not publicly documented.

  • Data volume sensitivity

    B

    Jarvis CRM doesn't expose a bulk API — REST + parallelization used for high-volume runs.

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Most Jarvis CRM to HubSpot migrations complete in 48–72 hours for under 50,000 records. Larger setups with over 200,000 records, extensive FileMaker custom fields, or ERP module data (projects, vendors, time entries) extend to 5–10 days. The longest step is usually mapping custom FileMaker fields to HubSpot custom properties and configuring HubSpot pipelines to match Jarvis pipeline names before migration runs.

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