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Microsoft Dynamics GP, originally branded Great Plains, sports a longer track record than virtually any other enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution written for Windows. Microsoft Dynamics GP is a proven, feature-rich application and is one of the most widely used ERP systems 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have depended on Dynamics GP for years have been able to defer upgrades to the point that they are now using seriously out-of-date software and rickety network infrastructure. This is dangerous. At the same time, a recurring theme we hear from new customers is that they have a hard time finding experienced Dynamics GP consultants who can provide in-depth knowledge about how to upgrade their Dynamics GP ecosystem efficiently and get the most benefit out of the software.

The longer an organization attempts to make do with outdated versions of Dynamics GP, the more challenging the migration procedure tends to be. When physical host servers or disk systems fail, there may be no suitable devices available to use as substitutes. When editions of Microsoft Windows Server that run Dynamics GP arrive at end-of-support status, vital security patches are no longer distributed. Current releases of SQL Server might not be compatible with your special GP customizations. Next-generation tools such as Power BI may not be an option. Organizations considering an update of their Microsoft Dynamics GP deployment are often overwhelmed by the volume of components there are to the puzzle. And the cost quoted for an upgrade may seem astronomical.

Microsoft Dynamics GP Migration and Enhancement Services Offered by Progent
Progent has supported Microsoft Dynamics GP and Great Plains for over two decades, and Progent's tested experts have delivered high-level and affordable remote integration consulting for Windows-based environments to businesses in every state across the U.S. By offering in-depth experience with all versions of Microsoft Dynamics GP as well as world-class system integration skills, Progent is uniquely qualified to make sure your Santa Monica, California business get the most out of GP/Great Plains.

We become partners with our customers and begin by listening to their requirements. Once we have an understanding of the environment and the areas for improvement we provide our suggestions. Recommendations may include a migration to a more current and supported version of Microsoft Dynamics GP, simple user education, complete platform and specific module configuration including 3rd-party products offered by a wide range of vendors that have written add-ons to Dynamics GP, custom integrations with other key business applications used by organization, custom report writing, and system analysis to assess whether GP is being used to its fullest. Our goal with every Microsoft Dynamics GP engagement big or small is to optimize strategic value and minimize expense.

Progent's consultants can assist your Santa Monica, California company in every facet of your Dynamics GP migration or enhancement initiative including:

• System Assessment
  Review at what features of Dynamics GP you are currently using and propose additional capabilities of GP that may be helpful to your business.

• Upgrade Design and Timing
  Create a comprehensive migration plan and schedule that minimizes business disruption. Schedule pilot testing, live deployment, and training. Identify customizations and add-on modules. Anticipate and resolve integration issues.

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

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

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

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

• Support Services
  Provide a single contact for expertise to deliver effective and cost-effective handling of issues thanks to close understanding of your specific situation.

• Recommendations
  Suggest the use of software modules included with the core GP platform but are not now being used. Also, recommend third-party products written specifically for Dynamics GP to deliver capabilities that GP skips.

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

• Customizations
  Build major and small customizations that run with Dynamics GP to handle various business functions not handled by standard GP modules or external add-ons.

• Requirements analysis and IT asset inventory
• Network architecture planning and deployment (on-premises, cloud-based, or hybrid)
• Setting up firewalls and remote connections and creating security policies
• Integrating Apple iOS, Google Android, and Windows smartphones and tablets
• Developing high-availability solutions
• Integration with PaaS and IaaS services such as Microsoft 365
• Disaster recovery planning
• Performance tuning

Progent also has a long history of providing help from top-tier Cisco CCIE-certified network infrastructure experts, Windows Hyper-V planning and integration experts, and VMware virtual machine specialists. This background with strategic technologies saves time and expense when guiding organizations through every phase of upgrading their legacy Dynamics GP environment. Progent also offers the support of advanced security and compliance engineers, disaster recovery and business continuity preparedness consultants, application programmers, hybrid cloud integration consultants, and SQL Server DBAs who can assist you to plan, implement, and manage a modern Microsoft Dynamics GP environment.

Progent's Support Expertise for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP Solutions
To learn more information about Progent's remote and on-premises support expertise in Santa Monica, California for Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP software, refer to:

• Microsoft Dynamics GP Expertise
  

• Dynamics GP 2015 Consulting Services
  

• MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains Program Features
  

• MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP Features
  

• Expertise with Microsoft Dynamics GP Reporting
  

• Microsoft Dynamics GP Custom Development
  

Contact Progent for MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains Upgrade Support
If your Santa Monica, CA business needs a Dynamics GP/Great Plains deployment consultant or application programmer, call 1-800-993-9400 or go to Contact Progent.