Microsoft Dynamics GP ExpertsMicrosoft Dynamics GP, originally called Great Plains, has a longer heritage than almost any other enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution made for the Windows OS. Dynamics GP is a mature, full-featured application and is one of the most popular ERP platforms for SMBs, with around 50,000 active installations worldwide. Many businesses who have depended on Dynamics GP for years have been able to defer upgrades long enough that they are now running legacy software and outmoded IT infrastructure. This can be risky. At the same time, a common theme we hear from prospective clients is that they have trouble locating veteran Microsoft Dynamics GP consultants who can provide in-depth knowledge about how to upgrade their Dynamics GP environment efficiently and derive the most business value out of the software.

The longer an organization attempts to limp along with outdated releases of Dynamics GP, the more complex the migration process becomes. If physical host servers or storage systems fail, there could be no equivalent hardware available to use as substitutes. When releases of Microsoft Windows Server that run Dynamics GP reach end-of-support status, vital security updates are no longer distributed. The latest editions of SQL Server might not be compatible with your special GP customizations. Innovative tools like Power BI may not be an option. Organizations considering an update of their Microsoft Dynamics GP deployment are often overwhelmed by the number of pieces there are to the project. And the price tag suggested for an upgrade may be through the roof.

Dynamics GP Migration 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 advanced and economical online consulting for Windows-based networks to businesses in every state across the U.S. By combining deep experience with all editions of Dynamics GP as well as world-class network integration talent, Progent is ideally qualified to make sure your San Bernardino, California business optimize the benefit of GP/Great Plains.

We partner with our clients and begin by listening to their needs. Once we have familiarity with the situation and the areas for improvement we make our recommendations. Recommendations may include an upgrade to a newer and fully supported version of Dynamics GP, simple user training, full system and specific module configuration including 3rd-party products from a wide array of suppliers that have published add-ons to Microsoft Dynamics GP, custom integrations with other critical business software used by organization, custom report writing, and system evaluations to assess whether GP is being used optimally. Our objective with each Dynamics GP project of whatever size is to optimize business value and manage expense.

Progent can assist your San Bernardino, California business in every facet of your Microsoft Dynamics GP migration or enhancement project including:

  • System Assessment
    Review at what features of Dynamics GP you are now running and propose other features available on GP that might be suitable for your organization.

  • Upgrade Planning and Timing
    Develop a complete migration plan and timetable that minimizes business interruption. Plan for solution validation, live deployment, and training. Identify customizations and add-on modules. Anticipate and manage integration problems.

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

  • Environment Updates
    Back up databases and dictionaries, eConnect automation, and Microsoft Integration Manager data. eMigrate Microsoft Dynamics GP to the current version to ensure continuing support services from Microsoft and to make all the latest features available to your business. Update SQL Server and compatibility levels for all databases. Implement services from the GP Professional Services Tools Library (pstl). Prep data and run scripts to address documented issues.

  • Custom Reporting
    Develop reports and or dashboards for private and external use. Configure SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and combine Dynamics GP with Power BI for on-demand reporting and for combining data from multiple local and remote repositories.

  • Education
    Deliver individual or group training for current and first-time users of Dynamics GP.

  • Support
    Act as a single point of contact for support to ensure effective and affordable resolution of problems made possible by familiarity with your specific environment.
Other 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 version 1. Progent has the skills to do the jobs you require directly rather than supervising less knowledgeable consultants or internal staff. Key areas where Progent's consultants can deliver Microsoft Dynamics GP support services include:
  • Guidance
    Recommend the deployment of modules that come with the basic GP system but are not currently being utilized. Also, suggest third-party add-ons designed specifically for Dynamics GP to provide features that GP skips.

  • Integrations
    Build special connections between Microsoft Dynamics GP and other strategic platforms to reduce redundant entry and increase consistency.

  • Customizations
    Create major and small customizations that run with Microsoft Dynamics GP to perform specific functions that are not addressed by out-of-the-box GP modules or third-party modules.
Infrastructure Consulting Services
Progent can help you to upgrade your network infrastructure to support Dynamics GP for any deployment model including on-premises, private or public cloud, or a hybrid network model. Network infrastructure expertise provided by Progent include:
  • Requirements assessment and IT asset inventory
  • Network topology design and implementation (on-premises, cloud-based, or hybrid)
  • Configuring firewalls and remote connections and defining security policies
  • Managing Apple iOS, Android, and Windows smartphones and tablets
  • Developing high-availability architectures
  • Integration with PaaS and IaaS services such as Microsoft 365
  • business continuity planning
  • Performance optimization
The Progent Advantage
A modern Microsoft Dynamics GP ecosystem incorporates diverse application platforms, local network infrastructure technologies, and public cloud services integrated into a cohesive enterprise resource planning solution. For more than two decades, Progent has provided online and on-premises support from Microsoft-certified experts including Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains integrators, Windows Server specialists, SQL Server developers, Exchange Server integration consultants, Microsoft Office consultants, and SharePoint Server development experts. Progent's consultants have worked with these products from their first versions to their latest editions, and Progent can help with cloud SaaS options by offering Office and Microsoft 365 consulting, Exchange Online support, and SharePoint Online deployment and application development expertise.

Progent also has a long history of delivering support from top-tier Cisco CCIE-certified network infrastructure experts, Windows Hyper-V planning and integration experts, and VMware virtual machine specialists. This experience with core technologies cuts time and costs when helping organizations through each phase of updating their legacy Dynamics GP environment. Progent also offers the support of advanced cybersecurity and information assurance experts, business continuity planning experts, application developers, hybrid cloud integration experts, and database administrators who can help you to plan, deploy, and maintain a well-tuned Microsoft Dynamics GP environment.

Progent's Support Expertise for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP Solutions
To find out more about Progent's online and onsite support services in San Bernardino, California for Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP product family, see:

Download Progent's Dynamics GP/Great Plains Consulting Datasheet
To download a datasheet about the consulting expertise available from Progent for Dynamics GP/Great Plains software, select Download Datasheet: Consulting Services for Dynamics GP/Great Plains Enterprise Resource Planning Platform (PDF file).

Contact Progent for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains Upgrade Support
If your San Bernardino, CA business needs a MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains integration consultant or application programmer, phone 1-800-993-9400 or go to Contact Progent.