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Microsoft Dynamics GP, previously called Great Plains, sports a longer history than almost any other enterprise resource planning (ERP) platform written for the Windows OS. Microsoft Dynamics GP is a proven, full-featured product and is one of the most widely used ERP systems for small and mid-size businesses, with about 50,000 active installations globally. A number of businesses who have relied on Dynamics GP for years have been able to postpone upgrades long enough that they now find themselves using seriously out-of-date software and rickety IT infrastructure. This is dangerous. Meanwhile, a recurring theme we hear from prospective clients is that they have a hard time locating veteran Microsoft Dynamics GP experts to partner with for in-depth knowledge about how to update their Dynamics GP ecosystem affordably and extract the maximum benefit from the software.

The longer an organization attempts to make do with legacy versions of Dynamics GP, the more challenging the upgrade procedure tends to be. If physical host servers or storage systems break down, there may be no equivalent hardware on the market to use as substitutes. When editions of Windows Server that run Dynamics GP reach end-of-support (EOS) status, vital security updates are no longer distributed. The latest releases of Microsoft SQL Server might not be compatible with your important GP customizations. Next-generation products like Microsoft's Power BI may not be an option. Businesses investigating an upgrade of their Dynamics GP environment can be overwhelmed by the number of pieces there are to the puzzle. And the price tag quoted for a migration may be through the roof.

Microsoft Dynamics GP Upgrade and Enhancement Services Available from Progent
Progent has supported Dynamics GP and Great Plains for more than two decades, and Progent's seasoned experts have provided high-level and economical remote integration consulting for Windows-powered environments to businesses in every state across the U.S. By offering in-depth familiarity with all versions of Dynamics GP as well as world-class network integration talent, Progent is uniquely suited to make sure your Irvine, California business optimize the benefit of GP.

We partner with our clients and start by listening to their requirements. Once we have an understanding of the IT situation and the areas needing improvement we provide our suggestions. Proposed services may involve an upgrade to a more current and supported version of Microsoft Dynamics GP, basic user training, full platform and specific module configuration including 3rd-party modules offered by a wide range of vendors that have written add-ons to Microsoft Dynamics GP, integration with other key business applications used by organization, custom report writing, and solution analysis to assess whether GP is being utilized optimally. Our objective with each Dynamics GP engagement of whatever size is to optimize strategic value and control cost.

Progent can assist your Irvine, California company in each facet of your Microsoft Dynamics GP upgrade or customization process including:

• System Assessment
  Take a look at what features of Dynamics GP you are now running and propose additional capabilities of GP that might be suitable for your business.

• Upgrade Design and Scheduling
  Develop a comprehensive migration plan and schedule that avoids business interruption. Schedule solution validation, production upgrade, and training. Identify custom development and add-on products. Anticipate and resolve integration problems.

• Pilot Testing
  Plan and implement a pilot environment for proving the migration process.

• System Updates
  Create backup copies of databases and dictionaries, eConnect automation, and Microsoft Integration Manager database. eMigrate Dynamics GP to the current version to ensure ongoing support services from Microsoft and to make all current features accessible to your organization. Update SQL Server and compatibility levels for all databases. Implement services from the GP Professional Services Tools Library. Prepare data and execute scripts to address known issues.

• Custom Reporting
  Develop reports and or dashboards for internal as well as public use. Configure SQL Server Reporting Services and integrate Dynamics GP with Power BI for on-demand reporting and for aggregating data from multiple on-premises and remote sources.

• Training
  Deliver individual or group training for existing and new users of Dynamics GP.

• Support
  Provide a single contact for support to ensure dependable and cost-effective handling of issues thanks to familiarity with your specific situation.

• Recommendations
  Suggest the use of software modules that come with the basic GP system but are not now being used. In addition, suggest third-party products designed exclusively for Dynamics GP to provide capabilities that GP skips.

• Integrations
  Build custom integrations between Dynamics GP and other strategic platforms to avoid redundant entry and increase consistency.

• Customizations
  Build major and small customizations that work with Dynamics GP to handle specific functions not addressed by standard GP modules or external add-ons.

• Requirements analysis and site inventory
• Network architecture design and deployment (on-premises, cloud-based, or hybrid)
• Setting up security gateways and remote connections and defining security policies
• Managing Apple iOS, Google Android, and Windows smartphones and tablets
• Developing high-availability (HA) solutions
• Integration with public cloud services including Microsoft 365
• business continuity preparedness
• Performance optimization

Progent also has extensive experience providing support from seasoned Cisco CCIE-certified network consultants, Hyper-V integration experts, and VMware virtual machine specialists. This experience with strategic IT platforms saves time and expense when guiding organizations through every phase of updating their older Microsoft Dynamics GP environment. Progent also can provide the support of senior security and information assurance experts, disaster recovery preparedness experts, application programmers, hybrid cloud architecture experts, and database administrators who can help you to design, deploy, and maintain a modern Dynamics GP environment.

Progent's Consulting Expertise for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP Solutions
To learn more about Progent's remote and onsite consulting services in Irvine, California for Dynamics GP/Great Plains Enterprise Resource Planning software, refer to:

• Microsoft Dynamics GP Consulting
  

• Dynamics GP 2015 Support Services
  

• MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains Program Features
  

• Dynamics GP/Great Plains Features and Benefits
  

• Expert Help with Microsoft Dynamics GP Reporting
  

• Dynamics GP Custom Programming
  

Contact Progent for MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains Migration Services
If your Irvine, CA business is looking for a Dynamics GP/Great Plains deployment expert or software programmer, phone 1-800-993-9400 or visit Contact Progent.