Dynamics GP ConsultantsMicrosoft Dynamics GP, previously branded Great Plains, sports a lengthier heritage than virtually any other ERP solution made for Windows. Microsoft Dynamics GP is a mature, feature-rich product and is one of the most popular ERP platforms for SMBs, with about 50,000 active installations globally. Many businesses who have depended on Dynamics GP for years have managed to defer upgrades to the point that they now find themselves running seriously out-of-date software and rickety IT infrastructure. This is risky. At the same time, a recurring theme we hear from prospective clients is that they have trouble locating veteran Microsoft Dynamics GP experts who can provide guidance on how to upgrade their Dynamics GP system affordably and derive the most benefit out of the application.

The more a business tries to make do with legacy releases of Dynamics GP, the more complex the migration process becomes. When physical host servers or storage systems fail, there could be no suitable devices on the market to use as substitutes. When versions of Microsoft Windows Server used to host Dynamics GP reach end-of-support status, critical security updates stop being distributed. The latest editions of Microsoft SQL Server might not be compatible with your special GP customizations. Next-generation tools like Power BI may not be an option. Businesses investigating an update of their Dynamics GP environment can be overwhelmed by the number of pieces there are to the project. And the price tag quoted for an upgrade may seem through the roof.

Dynamics GP Upgrade and Customization Expertise Offered by Progent
Progent has supported Microsoft Dynamics GP and Great Plains for over 20 years, and Progent's tested experts have delivered advanced and economical remote integration consulting for Windows-powered environments to organizations in every state in the U.S. By offering deep familiarity with all editions of Dynamics GP along with world-class network integration talent, Progent is ideally qualified to make sure your Corpus Christi, Texas business optimize the benefit of GP/Great Plains.

We become partners with our customers and begin by listening to their needs. After gaining an understanding of the IT environment and the areas needing improvement we provide our suggestions. Recommendations may include an upgrade to a newer and supported version of Microsoft Dynamics GP, basic user education, full platform and specific module implementation including 3rd-party modules offered by a broad range of suppliers that have written add-ons to Dynamics GP, integration with other key business applications used by company, custom report writing, and system analysis to determine whether GP is being utilized optimally. Our goal with every Dynamics GP engagement of whatever size is to optimize strategic value and manage expense.

Progent can help your Corpus Christi, Texas business in every facet of your Dynamics GP upgrade or customization process including:

  • System Assessment
    Take a look at what features of Microsoft Dynamics GP you are now using and discuss other capabilities of the product that might be suitable for your organization.

  • Migration Planning and Scheduling
    Develop a complete upgrade plan and schedule that minimizes business disruption. Schedule pilot testing, live deployment, and training. Identify custom development and add-on products. Anticipate and resolve integration issues.

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

  • Environment Upgrades
    Back up databases and dictionaries, eConnect automation, and Microsoft Integration Manager database. eMigrate Microsoft Dynamics GP to the current release to assure ongoing support from Microsoft and to make all current features accessible to your organization. Upgrade SQL Server and compatibility levels for all databases. Implement services from the GP Professional Services Tools Library. Condition data and execute scripts to resolve known issues.

  • Custom Reporting
    Develop reports and or dashboards for internal and external consumption. Deploy SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and combine Dynamics GP with Microsoft Power BI for self-service reporting and for aggregating information from multiple on-premises and external sources.

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

  • Support
    Provide a single point of contact for support to deliver consistent and affordable handling of problems thanks to close understanding of your specific situation.
Other Dynamics GP Consulting Services Available from Progent
Progent offers the support of top-tier consultants who have been creating working Microsoft Dynamics GP and Great Plains solutions since version 1. Progent has the skills to do the jobs you require directly rather than supervising less experienced consultants or in-house staff. Important areas where Progent can provide Dynamics GP expertise include:
  • Guidance
    Recommend the use of modules included with the basic GP system but are not currently being used. In addition, recommend third-party products designed exclusively for Microsoft Dynamics GP to deliver features that GP doesn't offer.

  • Integrations
    Build custom connections between Microsoft Dynamics GP and other business applications to reduce redundant data entry and increase consistency.

  • Customizations
    Create big and small customizations that run with Dynamics GP to handle specific business functions not addressed by standard GP modules or third-party add-ons.
Infrastructure Consulting Services
Progent can help your business to upgrade your network infrastructure to accommodate Dynamics GP for any architecture including local, cloud-based, or a hybrid environment. Infrastructure services provided by Progent's consultants include:
  • Needs assessment and site inventory
  • Network topology planning and deployment (on-premises, cloud-based, or hybrid)
  • Setting up firewalls and remote connections and creating security policies
  • Managing iOS, Google Android, and Windows mobile devices
  • Creating high-availability (HA) architectures
  • Integration with PaaS and IaaS services including Microsoft 365
  • Disaster recovery planning
  • Performance optimization
The Progent Advantage
A modern Dynamics GP ecosystem includes diverse application platforms, on-premises network infrastructure resources, and public cloud services combined into a cohesive enterprise resource planning solution. For over 20 years, Progent's consultants have provided online and onsite support from Microsoft-certified experts including Dynamics GP/Great Plains integrators, Windows Server specialists, SQL Server developers, Microsoft Exchange integration experts, Microsoft Office consultants, and SharePoint integration consultants. Progent's consultants have worked with these products from their initial versions to their latest editions, and Progent can help with cloud options by offering Office and Microsoft 365 integration services, Exchange Online support, and SharePoint Online deployment and application development services.

Progent also has a long history of providing support from seasoned Cisco CCIE-certified network experts, Windows Hyper-V integration consultants, and VMware virtual machine specialists. This experience with core IT platforms saves time and expense when helping businesses through every phase of updating their legacy Microsoft Dynamics GP environment. Progent also can provide the support of senior cybersecurity and information assurance engineers, disaster recovery preparedness consultants, application developers, hybrid cloud integration experts, and database administrators who can assist you to plan, implement, and manage a well-tuned Microsoft Dynamics GP ecosystem.

Progent's Support Services for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP Solutions
To learn more information about Progent's online and on-premises consulting services in Corpus Christi, Texas for Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP software, refer to:

Read/Download Progent's Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains Consulting Services Datasheet
To download a datasheet describing the consulting expertise offered by Progent for Dynamics GP/Great Plains software, click Download Datasheet: Consulting for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains Enterprise Resource Planning Software (PDF file).

Contact Progent for MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains Upgrade Support
If your Corpus Christi, TX business needs a MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains integration expert or software developer, call 1-800-993-9400 or visit Contact Progent.