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Dynamics GP, originally branded Great Plains, has a lengthier history than almost any other ERP platform written for the Windows OS. Dynamics GP is a proven, feature-rich application and is one of the most widely used ERP systems for small and mid-size businesses, with about 50,000 active installations globally. Many businesses who have relied on Dynamics GP for years or decades have been able to defer upgrades to the point that they are now using legacy software and outmoded network infrastructure. This is risky. At the same time, a common theme we hear from prospective customers is that they have trouble finding veteran Microsoft Dynamics GP consultants to partner with for guidance on how to update their Dynamics GP system affordably and get the most business value out of the application.

The more a business tries to limp along with outdated versions of Microsoft Dynamics GP, the more challenging the upgrade process tends to be. When server hardware or storage systems fail, there may be no equivalent devices on the market to use as substitutes. When versions of Microsoft Windows Server used to host Dynamics GP arrive at end-of-support (EOS) status, critical security patches are no longer released. The latest releases of Microsoft SQL Server may not work with your special GP customizations. Next-generation products like Power BI may not run. Businesses considering an update of their Dynamics GP deployment can be overwhelmed by the number of pieces there are to the project. And the price tag suggested for a migration may seem through the roof.

Dynamics GP Upgrade and Customization Services Available from Progent
Progent has offered support for Dynamics GP and Great Plains for over two decades, and Progent's tested professionals have delivered advanced and affordable online consulting for Windows-powered environments to businesses in every state across the U.S. By offering deep experience with all releases of Dynamics GP along with top-tier network integration skills, Progent is ideally qualified to make sure your London, United Kingdom business get the most out of GP/Great Plains.

We become partners with our clients and start by listening to their requirements. Once we have familiarity with the IT situation and the areas for improvement we provide our recommendations. Recommendations may include a migration to a more current and supported release of Dynamics GP, simple user education, full system and specific module configuration including 3rd-party products from a broad array of suppliers that have published add-ons to Microsoft Dynamics GP, integration with other critical business software within your company, custom report creation, and system evaluations to determine whether GP is being used optimally. Our goal with each Dynamics GP engagement big or small is to maximize business value and control cost.

Progent can assist your London, United Kingdom company in each phase of your Dynamics GP migration or enhancement process including:

• System Review
  Take a look at what features of Microsoft Dynamics GP you are now running and discuss additional features of the product that may be suitable for your organization.

• Migration Design and Scheduling
  Create a complete migration plan and schedule that minimizes business interruption. Schedule solution validation, live deployment, and education. Specify custom development and add-on modules. Predict and resolve compatibility issues.

• Testing
  Design and configure a test environment for validating the upgrade project.

• Environment Updates
  Create backup copies of databases and dictionaries, eConnect automation, and GP Integration Manager data. eMigrate Microsoft Dynamics GP to the current release to assure continuing support services from Microsoft and to make all the latest features accessible to your organization. Upgrade SQL Server and compatibility levels for all associated databases. Implement services from the Professional Services Tools Library. Prepare data and run scripts to resolve known issues.

• Management Reporting
  Create reports and or dashboards for internal as well as external consumption. Configure SQL Server Reporting Services and integrate Dynamics GP with Microsoft Power BI for self-service reporting and for aggregating data from diverse on-premises and remote repositories.

• Training
  Provide individual or group training for existing and first-time users of Dynamics GP.

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

• Recommendations
  Recommend the deployment of modules that come with the basic GP platform but are not now being utilized. In addition, suggest third-party products written specifically for Dynamics GP to deliver capabilities that GP skips.

• Integrations
  Create custom connections between Dynamics GP and other strategic platforms to avoid redundant entry and increase accuracy.

• Customizations
  Build big and small customizations that run with Microsoft Dynamics GP to handle specific business functions not addressed by standard GP modules or external modules.

• Needs analysis and IT asset inventory
• Network architecture design and implementation (local, private or public cloud, or hybrid)
• Configuring firewalls and remote connections and creating security policies
• Managing Apple iOS, Google Android, and Windows mobile devices
• Creating high-availability environments
• Integration with public cloud services such as Microsoft 365
• business continuity preparedness
• Performance tuning

Progent also has extensive experience providing support from seasoned Cisco CCIE-certified network consultants, Hyper-V integration consultants, and VMware virtual machine consultants. This experience with core IT platforms saves time and expense when guiding organizations through each phase of upgrading their legacy Microsoft Dynamics GP environment. Progent also can provide the support of advanced security and information assurance experts, disaster recovery and business continuity preparedness consultants, application developers, hybrid cloud planning and configuration experts, and SQL Server DBAs who can assist you to design, implement, and manage a productive Dynamics GP environment.

Progent's Support Services for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP Solutions
To learn more information about Progent's remote and onsite consulting services in London, United Kingdom for Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP product family, visit:

• MS Dynamics GP Expertise
  

• Dynamics GP 2015 Consulting Expertise
  

• MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains Program Features
  

• Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP Features and Benefits
  

• Expert Help with Microsoft Dynamics GP Reporting
  

• Microsoft Dynamics GP Custom Programming
  

Contact Progent for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains Upgrade Services
If your London, #(StateShortStr) business is looking for a Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains deployment expert or software programmer, call 1-800-993-9400 or see Contact Progent.