Microsoft Dynamics GP, previously called Great Plains, sports a lengthier history than almost any other ERP solution written for the Windows OS. Microsoft Dynamics GP is a proven, full-featured application and is one of the most popular ERP platforms for SMBs, with about 50,000 active customers globally. Many organizations who have relied on Dynamics GP for years or decades have managed to defer upgrades to the point that they are now using legacy software and outmoded IT infrastructure. This is dangerous. At the same time, a common complaint we hear from new customers is that they have a hard time finding experienced Dynamics GP experts to partner with for guidance on how to update their Dynamics GP ecosystem affordably and derive the most benefit from the application.
The more an organization attempts to make do with legacy releases of Dynamics GP, the more challenging the upgrade process tends to be. When physical host servers or storage systems fail, there may be no equivalent devices on the market to use as substitutes. When editions of Microsoft Windows Server used to host Dynamics GP arrive at end-of-support (EOS) status, critical security updates stop being developed. Current releases of Microsoft SQL Server might not be compatible with your special GP customizations. Next-generation tools like Microsoft's Power BI may not be an option. Organizations investigating an update of their Microsoft Dynamics GP environment are often overwhelmed by the number of components involved in the puzzle. And the cost quoted for a migration may be astronomical.
Dynamics GP Upgrade and Customization Services Offered by Progent
Progent has offered support for Dynamics GP and Great Plains for over two decades, and Progent's tested experts have delivered high-level and affordable online integration consulting for Windows-based networks to businesses in every state in the U.S. By combining deep experience with all editions of Dynamics GP as well as top-tier system integration talent, Progent is uniquely qualified to help your Louisville, Kentucky business optimize the benefit of GP.
We become partners with our clients and start by understanding their requirements. After gaining familiarity with the IT situation and the areas needing improvement we provide our suggestions. Recommendations can involve an upgrade to a more current and supported version of Dynamics GP, simple user education, full platform and individual module configuration including 3rd-party modules from a wide array of suppliers that have written add-ons to Dynamics GP, integration with other key business software used by organization, custom report writing, and solution evaluations to assess whether GP is being utilized to its fullest. Our goal with every Microsoft Dynamics GP engagement of whatever size is to optimize business value and control expense.
Progent can assist your Louisville, Kentucky business in every facet of your Dynamics GP upgrade or customization initiative including:
- System Review
Review at what modules and features of Dynamics GP you are now using and discuss additional features available on the product that may be suitable for your organization.
- Upgrade Planning and Scheduling
Develop a complete migration plan and schedule that minimizes business disruption. Plan for pilot testing, live deployment, and education. Identify custom development and add-on modules. Anticipate and manage integration problems.
- Pilot Testing
Plan and implement a pilot environment for validating the migration process.
- System Upgrades
Create backup copies of databases and dictionaries, eConnect, and GP Integration Manager data. eMigrate Dynamics GP to the current release to assure ongoing support from Microsoft and to have all current features accessible to your business. Update SQL Server and compatibility levels for all databases. Configure services from the GP Professional Services Tools Library. Prep data and execute scripts to address known issues.
- Management Reporting
Create reports and or custom dashboards for private as well as public use. Deploy SQL Server Reporting Services and combine Microsoft Dynamics GP with Microsoft Power BI for self-service reporting and for combining information from multiple on-premises and remote sources.
- Training
Provide one-on-one or classroom style training for existing and first-time users of Microsoft Dynamics GP.
- Support Services
Act as a single contact for support to deliver effective and affordable resolution of issues thanks to close understanding of your particular situation.
Additional Dynamics GP Consulting Services Offered by Progent
Progent offers the support of seasoned consultants who have been developing working Dynamics GP and Great Plains environments since relerase 1. Progent can do the work you need directly rather than managing less experienced consultants or internal staff. Key areas where Progent can deliver Dynamics GP support services include:
- Guidance
Suggest the deployment of modules included with the basic GP system but are not now being used. Also, recommend third-party products designed specifically for Microsoft Dynamics GP to provide features that GP doesn't offer.
- Integrations
Create custom connections between Microsoft Dynamics GP and other strategic applications to reduce duplicate entry and increase accuracy.
- Customizations
Build major and small customizations that run with Microsoft Dynamics GP to handle specific business functions not addressed by standard GP modules or third-party add-ons.
Infrastructure Consulting Services
Progent can help your business to upgrade your infrastructure to accommodate Microsoft Dynamics GP for any deployment model including on-premises, cloud-based, or a hybrid network model. Network infrastructure expertise offered by Progent's consultants include:
- Requirements analysis and IT asset inventory
- Network topology planning and implementation (on-premises, private or public cloud, or hybrid)
- Configuring security gateways and VPN connections and defining security policies
- Managing Apple iOS, Android, and Windows mobile devices
- Creating high-availability architectures
- Integration with PaaS and IaaS services such as Microsoft 365
- Disaster recovery preparedness
- Performance tuning
Why Progent?
A modern Microsoft Dynamics GP ecosystem incorporates multiple software platforms, local network infrastructure resources, and public cloud services integrated into a cohesive enterprise resource planning solution. For over two decades, Progent's consultants have provided online and on-premises help from Microsoft-certified professionals including Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains consultants, Windows Server consultants, SQL Server consultants, Exchange integration consultants, Microsoft Office experts, and SharePoint Server development consultants. Progent has worked with these products from their first releases to their latest editions, and Progent supports cloud-based options by offering Office and Microsoft 365 integration services, Exchange Online support, and SharePoint Online migration and development services.
Progent also has a long history of delivering support from top-tier Cisco CCIE-certified network infrastructure consultants, Windows Hyper-V integration experts, and VMware virtual machine specialists. This experience with core IT platforms cuts time and costs when helping businesses through every aspect of upgrading their legacy Microsoft Dynamics GP deployment. Progent also offers the skills of senior cybersecurity and compliance engineers, disaster recovery preparedness consultants, application programmers, hybrid cloud architecture experts, and SQL Server DBAs who can help you to design, deploy, and maintain a productive Microsoft Dynamics GP ecosystem.
Progent's Support Expertise for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains Enterprise Resource Planning Solutions
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Contact Progent for MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains Migration Support
If your Louisville, KY business needs a Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains deployment expert or software programmer, call 1-800-993-9400 or visit Contact Progent.