"To facilitate this transition" means to make it easier or smoother for something to change or shift from one state or condition to another. Full definition
Playing a key role in facilitating the transition from a manual to an automated student information system. (jobhero.com)
The local community can also be helpful in facilitating transitions of students from school into post school employment. (educationviews.org)
The skills generated by vocational education appear to facilitate the transition into the labor market but later on become obsolete at a faster rate. (educationnext.org)