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Dynamics GP, previously called Great Plains, has a lengthier heritage than virtually any other ERP solution written for Windows. Microsoft Dynamics GP is a mature, full-featured product and is one of the most popular ERP platforms for SMBs, with around 50,000 active customers globally. A number of businesses who have relied on Dynamics GP for years or decades have been able to defer upgrades long enough that they now find themselves using legacy software and outmoded network infrastructure. This is dangerous. Meanwhile, a recurring theme we hear from prospective clients is that they have trouble locating experienced Microsoft Dynamics GP consultants who can provide guidance on how to upgrade their Dynamics GP environment affordably and derive the most business value out of the software.

The longer an organization attempts to limp along with legacy releases of Dynamics GP, the more challenging the migration procedure becomes. If server hardware or disk systems fail, there may be no suitable devices available to use as substitutes. When releases of Windows Server used to host Dynamics GP arrive at end-of-support status, critical security patches stop being distributed. Current editions of Microsoft SQL Server might not be compatible with your important GP customizations. Next-generation products such as Microsoft's Power BI may not be an option. Businesses investigating an update of their Dynamics GP deployment are often intimidated by the number of components involved in the project. And the cost suggested for a migration may seem through the roof.

Dynamics GP Migration and Enhancement Expertise Offered by Progent
Progent has supported Microsoft Dynamics GP and Great Plains for over two decades, and Progent's seasoned professionals have delivered advanced and affordable online integration consulting for Windows-based networks to organizations in every state across the U.S. By combining in-depth familiarity with all editions of Dynamics GP as well as top-tier network integration talent, Progent is ideally qualified to help your Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania business get the most out of GP/Great Plains.

We partner with our customers and begin by listening to their needs. Once we have an understanding of the IT situation and the areas needing improvement we provide our recommendations. Proposed services can include a migration to a newer and supported release of Microsoft Dynamics GP, simple user training, complete system and individual module configuration including 3rd-party modules offered by a wide range of suppliers that have published add-ons to Microsoft Dynamics GP, integration with other key business applications used by organization, custom report writing, and system analysis to assess whether GP is being utilized optimally. Our goal with every Microsoft Dynamics GP project big or small is to optimize business value and manage cost.

Progent's consultants can assist your Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania company in every facet of your Dynamics GP migration or customization process including:

• System Review
  Take a look at what modules and features of Dynamics GP you are now using and discuss additional capabilities available on GP that may be helpful to your business.

• Migration Planning and Timing
  Create a comprehensive upgrade plan and schedule that minimizes business disruption. Schedule pilot testing, production upgrade, and education. Specify custom development and add-on modules. Anticipate and manage compatibility issues.

• Testing
  Design and configure a pilot system for validating the migration process.

• System Upgrades
  Create backup copies of databases and dictionaries, eConnect, and Microsoft Integration Manager database. eMigrate Dynamics GP to the current version to ensure continuing support from Microsoft and to make all the latest features accessible to your business. Upgrade SQL Server and compatibility levels for all associated databases. Activate services from the GP Professional Services Tools Library. Prepare data and run scripts to address known issues.

• Custom Reporting
  Create reports and or dashboards for private and external consumption. Deploy SQL Server Reporting Services and combine Microsoft Dynamics GP with Microsoft Power BI for on-demand reporting and for combining information from diverse local and remote repositories.

• Training
  Provide one-on-one or group training for current and first-time users of Dynamics GP.

• Support
  Provide a single point of contact for support to ensure consistent and affordable handling of problems made possible by close understanding of your specific environment.

• Guidance
  Recommend the use of modules included with the basic GP platform but are not now being used. In addition, recommend third-party products written exclusively for Microsoft Dynamics GP to deliver capabilities that GP doesn't offer.

• Integrations
  Build special connections between Microsoft Dynamics GP and other strategic applications to reduce duplicate data entry and increase accuracy.

• Customizations
  Create big and simple customizations that run with Microsoft Dynamics GP to perform specific business functions that are not handled by standard GP modules or third-party modules.

• Needs analysis and IT asset inventory
• Network topology planning and deployment (local, private or public cloud, or hybrid)
• Configuring firewalls and remote connections and creating security policies
• Managing Apple iOS, Android, and Windows mobile devices
• Creating high-availability (HA) solutions
• Integration with public cloud services such as Microsoft 365
• Disaster recovery planning
• Performance optimization

Progent also has a long history of delivering support from top-tier Cisco CCIE-certified network consultants, Hyper-V integration consultants, and VMware virtual machine consultants. This background with core IT platforms cuts time and expense when guiding organizations through every aspect of updating their older Dynamics GP deployment. Progent also offers the support of senior cybersecurity and compliance engineers, disaster recovery preparedness consultants, application programmers, hybrid cloud integration consultants, and SQL Server DBAs who can help you to design, deploy, and maintain a modern Dynamics GP solution.

Progent's Support Expertise for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP Solutions
For more information about Progent's remote and on-premises support services in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP software, refer to:

• Dynamics GP Support Services
  

• Dynamics GP 2015 Expertise
  

• MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains Program Features
  

• Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP Benefits
  

• Expert Help with Dynamics GP Reporting
  

• MS Dynamics GP Custom Software Development
  

Contact Progent for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains Migration Expertise
If your Pittsburgh, PA business needs a MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains integration consultant or application developer, phone 1-800-993-9400 or see Contact Progent.