Category: Microsoft Dynamics GP

Last month, Jim Bertler from Logan Consulting presented on Dynamics GP and the question “Should I Stay or Should I Go?” at Dynamics Community Summit. Dynamics GP has been around for a long time but the changing technology landscape and Microsoft’s approach to ERP solutions keeps driving questions about Dynamics GP.   What is GP?  Microsoft purchased Dynamics GP way back in 2000 and continued to invest in the solution...

Microsoft releases yearly updates to their on-premise ERP solution, Dynamics GP, to help the software run more smoothly for users. In this blog, we will cover three new features within the year’s update that will help enhance the user experience.  1. Shared Mailbox with MultiFactor Authentication  You can now set up a Shared Mailbox for your Sales and Purchasing Email. This new feature helps users use a different mailbox for...

Microsoft has released new announcements to the lifecycle of their on-premise ERP solution, Microsoft Dynamics GP. While Microsoft will remain committed to current GP users, they have decided they will end new sales of their product in 2026.  Additionally, the modern lifecycle of GP will remain until 2028, meaning they will provide updates and bug fixes to the product to keep it running smoothly.    These dates might signal to...

In the past year, Microsoft has made several announcements about the future of their on-premises ERP solution, Microsoft Dynamics GP. These announcements indicate that the GP lifecycle is coming to an end within the next few years. As it may be hard to keep track of these new updates from Microsoft, in this blog we will discuss the finite dates that have been provided. Additionally, we will go over what...

Microsoft Dynamics GP is an on-premises ERP solution for small- to mid-market businesses. Currently, Microsoft offers two ERP solutions for the mid-market Dynamics GP and Dynamics Business Central. Microsoft has made several announcements about the future of GP. The most notable announcement is that they have decided to stop new sales of the ERP starting in 2026. This means Microsoft is moving their interests towards Business Central. In this blog,...

As supply chain remains tight and inflation remains elevated in the new year, savvy businesses increasingly look to their technology stack to save them time and money. In general, digital transformation has become a key strategic initiative for organizations looking to outpace their competitors, enhance customer experiences, and drive growth. One crucial component of this transformation is Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. These systems play a pivotal role in integrating...

Are you a current GP user looking for a different solution? Are you deciding between ERPs? In this blog, we will cover three key differences between two Microsoft ERP solutions - Dynamics GP and Dynamics Business Central. While both ERPs are from the same company, they are very different solutions. Changing to Business Central from GP is not just an upgrade- it is a new implementation but often worth the...

In our latest GP blog, we discussed how to end 2023 right by flawlessly closing out your general ledger. While the year has come to a close, there are things you can do throughout this year to make next December easier. By cycle counting or continually counting your inventory throughout the year, you can maintain more accuracy in your records and avoid end of year stress.  Cycle counting your high...

It's everyone's favorite time of year! No, not time for holiday cheer and excitement about the new year. It’s time to close out your General Ledger in Microsoft Dynamics GP! If you are a GP user, the popular on-premise business management tool, the end of 2023 means it's time to start your closing procedures. In the following blog, we will outline the most important steps to help you remain error...

Microsoft Dynamics GP is a popular on-premise ERP solution. Each October, GP releases new updates to their solution. In this blog, we will discuss three new features from the newest update, and how they can help your business.  Letter Writing Assistant for HR Letters Microsoft GP has added new templates for your letter writing to help you save time. They have added “All Skills and Tests,” with the options of...