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Dynamics GP, previously branded Great Plains, sports a lengthier track record than almost any other enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution written for Windows. Dynamics GP is a proven, feature-rich product and is one of the most widely used ERP systems for SMBs, with around 50,000 active customers worldwide. Many businesses who have depended on Dynamics GP for years or decades have been able to postpone upgrades to the point that they now find themselves using legacy software and outmoded network infrastructure. This can be risky. Meanwhile, a common theme we hear from new customers is that they have a hard time finding veteran Microsoft Dynamics GP consultants to partner with for in-depth knowledge about how to upgrade their Dynamics GP system efficiently and derive the maximum business value from the software.

The longer a business attempts to limp along with outdated releases of Microsoft Dynamics GP, the more challenging the migration process becomes. When server hardware or disk systems fail, there could be no equivalent devices on the market to use as substitutes. When versions of Windows Server used to host Dynamics GP reach end-of-support (EOS) status, vital security patches are no longer developed. Current editions of Microsoft SQL Server might not work with your important GP customizations. Next-generation tools like Microsoft's Power BI may not be an option. Businesses investigating an upgrade of their Microsoft Dynamics GP deployment can be intimidated by the volume of pieces involved in the project. And the price tag quoted for a migration may be through the roof.

Microsoft Dynamics GP Upgrade and Customization Expertise Available from Progent
Progent has offered support for Dynamics GP and Great Plains for over two decades, and Progent's seasoned professionals have delivered high-level and affordable online integration consulting for Windows-based networks to businesses in every state throughout the U.S. By combining deep familiarity with all releases of Dynamics GP as well as top-tier system integration skills, Progent is uniquely suited to make sure your San Mateo, California business get the most out of GP.

We become partners with our clients and start by understanding their requirements. Once we have an understanding of the IT situation and the areas needing improvement we make our recommendations. Recommendations may involve a migration to a more current and fully supported release of Dynamics GP, basic user education, full platform and specific module configuration including 3rd-party modules from a broad array of vendors that have published add-ons to Microsoft Dynamics GP, custom integrations with other critical business applications within your organization, custom report writing, and solution analysis to assess whether GP is being utilized to its fullest. Our goal with every Dynamics GP engagement big or small is to maximize strategic value and minimize cost.

Progent can help your San Mateo, California business in every phase of your Microsoft Dynamics GP upgrade or enhancement project including:

• System Assessment
  Review at what modules and features of Microsoft Dynamics GP you are currently using and propose additional features of the product that might be helpful to your organization.

• Upgrade Planning and Scheduling
  Create a complete upgrade plan and timetable that avoids business disruption. Plan for solution validation, live deployment, and education. Specify custom development and add-on modules. Predict and manage integration problems.

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

• Environment Updates
  Back up databases and dictionaries, eConnect automation, and GP Integration Manager database. eMigrate Dynamics GP to the latest version to assure continuing support services from Microsoft and to have all current features available to your organization. Update SQL Server and compatibility levels for all associated databases. Activate services from the GP Professional Services Tools Library. Condition data and execute scripts to resolve documented issues.

• Custom Reporting
  Develop reports and or custom dashboards for internal as well as public consumption. Configure SQL Server Reporting Services and combine Microsoft Dynamics GP with Power BI for on-demand reporting and for combining data from diverse on-premises and external sources.

• Education
  Provide individual or classroom style training for existing and new users of Microsoft Dynamics GP.

• Support Services
  Provide a single contact for support to deliver dependable and affordable handling of problems made possible by familiarity with your specific environment.

• Guidance
  Recommend the deployment of software modules included with the core GP platform but are not now being used. In addition, recommend third-party add-ons written specifically for Dynamics GP to deliver capabilities that GP doesn't offer.

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

• Customizations
  Create big and simple customizations that work with Microsoft Dynamics GP to handle specific business functions that are not handled by out-of-the-box GP modules or third-party modules.

• Needs analysis and IT asset inventory
• Network topology design and deployment (on-premises, cloud-based, or hybrid)
• Setting up firewalls and remote connections and creating security policies
• Managing Apple iOS, Android, and Windows smartphones and tablets
• Creating high-availability solutions
• Integration with public cloud services including Microsoft 365
• Disaster recovery preparedness
• Performance tuning

Progent also has a long history of delivering support from seasoned Cisco CCIE-certified network experts, Hyper-V integration experts, and VMware virtual machine consultants. This background with core technologies cuts time and expense when helping organizations through each phase of upgrading their older Microsoft Dynamics GP deployment. Progent also can provide the support of senior cybersecurity and compliance engineers, business continuity preparedness consultants, application programmers, hybrid cloud planning and configuration consultants, and SQL Server DBAs who can assist you to plan, implement, and maintain a modern Microsoft Dynamics GP environment.

Progent's Consulting Expertise for Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP Solutions
To find out more information about Progent's online and on-premises consulting expertise in San Mateo, California for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains Enterprise Resource Planning product family, see:

• Microsoft Dynamics GP Support Services
  

• Dynamics GP 2015 Support Services
  

• MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains Program Features
  

• Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains Benefits
  

• Expertise with MS Dynamics GP Reporting
  

• Microsoft Dynamics GP Custom Development
  

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