IT Vendor transition is usually undesirable for enterprises since vendors are selected after careful evaluation, investing tremendous efforts, and due diligence. However, certain events can force organizations to change their vendors. The success of this transition depends on several parameters such as technical, financial, and even soft aspects such as the emotions of the people. Knowing these parameters can help you better prepare for making the transition a smooth process for your organization. In this whitepaper, we outline the risks associated with vendor transition and how they can be overcome to ensure a seamless vendor transition process with minimized business impact.