[awaiting a good template!]
Quick list
Solution does not accurately identify dependencies and therefore imports don’t import all data correctly - use a POC, structured testing
Project team doesn’t consult widely enough with the Mautic community therefore requirements and/or functions critical to the success of the project are omitted - publish regular updates, decision and risk log, make them public
Complexities in creating the feature are not uncovered until too late in the process - use a POC
Data may get corrupted during import/export due to format mismatches, incomplete files, or interruptions - use standard file formats eg JSON; check for validity as a step; where possible implement an undo function
Large import/export operations might slow down the system or cause timeouts - use an analysis function to stop import at more than X entities or break down into chunks; Use asynchronous processes with progress tracking to avoid blocking the UI.
Imports may create duplicate entries, leading to data inconsistencies; Implement duplicate detection and merging logic (e.g., match on email or unique identifier). Offer configurable deduplication rules to users. Notify users of potential duplicates during import.
Sensitive data may be exposed or manipulated during export or through maliciously crafted imports. Don't allow the export of any sensitive data eg email addresses and contacts; note all successful actions in the Mautic audit log
Users may attempt to import/export files in unsupported or incorrectly formatted file types. Clearly specify the filetype required in the UI; Check for filetype and format up front on import, encourage users to only user files exported from Mautic.
Misalignment with Mautic configurations. Import/export may conflict with existing workflows, campaigns, or custom fields. Validate imported data against Mautic's configuration (e.g., required fields, campaign dependencies). Structured testing prior to production release.
New hires don’t have good enough understanding of the product - support them well, do regular reviews, keep work visible