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Microsoft Dynamics GP, originally called Great Plains, has a longer history 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 widely used ERP systems for small and mid-size businesses, with about 50,000 active installations worldwide. A number of businesses who have depended on Dynamics GP for years or decades have managed to postpone upgrades to the point that they are now using legacy software and rickety network infrastructure. This is dangerous. Meanwhile, a common theme we hear from prospective customers is that they have a hard time locating experienced Microsoft Dynamics GP experts who can provide in-depth knowledge about how to upgrade their Dynamics GP ecosystem efficiently and extract the most business value from the software.

The more a business tries to make do with outdated releases of Dynamics GP, the more challenging the migration procedure tends to be. When server hardware or storage systems break down, there may be no suitable hardware on the market 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 developed. The latest releases of Microsoft SQL Server may not be compatible with your special GP customizations. Innovative products like Power BI may not be an option. Businesses investigating an update of their Microsoft Dynamics GP deployment can be intimidated by the number of pieces involved in the project. And the price tag quoted for an upgrade may seem through the roof.

Microsoft Dynamics GP Upgrade and Enhancement Services Available from Progent
Progent has offered support for Dynamics GP and Great Plains for more than 20 years, and Progent's tested professionals have provided high-level and economical online consulting for Windows-based networks to organizations in every state throughout the U.S. By offering in-depth familiarity with all editions of Microsoft Dynamics GP as well as world-class network integration talent, Progent is uniquely suited to help your Minneapolis, Minnesota business get the most out of GP.

We become partners with our customers and begin by listening to their requirements. After gaining familiarity with the situation and the areas needing improvement we provide our recommendations. Proposed services can include an upgrade to a more current and fully supported version of Dynamics GP, simple user training, complete platform and specific module configuration including 3rd-party modules from a wide array of suppliers that have written add-ons to Dynamics GP, custom integrations with other key business applications used by company, custom report creation, and system analysis to determine whether GP is being used to its fullest. Our objective with each Dynamics GP engagement big or small is to maximize strategic value and manage expense.

Progent's consultants can help your Minneapolis, Minnesota business in every phase of your Microsoft Dynamics GP upgrade or customization project including:

• Deployment Review
  Review at what features of Microsoft Dynamics GP you are currently using and propose additional features of the product that may be suitable for your business.

• Upgrade Planning and Scheduling
  Create a comprehensive migration plan and schedule that minimizes business interruption. Schedule solution validation, production upgrade, and education. Identify custom development and add-on modules. Anticipate and manage compatibility problems.

• Pilot Testing
  Plan and configure a test environment for proving the upgrade project.

• System Updates
  Create backup copies of databases and dictionaries, eConnect, and GP Integration Manager data. eMigrate Microsoft Dynamics GP to the latest version to ensure ongoing support from Microsoft and to make all the latest features accessible to your organization. Update SQL Server and compatibility levels for all associated databases. Activate services from the GP Professional Services Tools Library (pstl). Condition data and run scripts to address known issues.

• Custom Reporting
  Develop reports and or custom dashboards for private and public consumption. Deploy SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and combine Dynamics GP with Microsoft Power BI for on-demand reporting and for combining information from multiple on-premises and external repositories.

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

• Support
  Act as a single point of contact for support to deliver effective and cost-effective handling of issues thanks to close understanding of your specific situation.

• Recommendations
  Suggest the use of modules that come with the core GP system but are not now being used. In addition, suggest third-party products written specifically for Dynamics GP to provide features that GP doesn't offer.

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

• Customizations
  Create big and simple customizations that run with Dynamics GP to handle various functions that are not addressed by standard GP modules or third-party add-ons.

• Requirements analysis and site inventory
• Network topology design and implementation (on-premises, private or public cloud, or hybrid)
• Configuring firewalls and remote connections and defining security policies
• Managing Apple iOS, Android, and Windows mobile devices
• Creating high-availability solutions
• Integration with PaaS and IaaS services including Microsoft 365
• business continuity planning
• Performance tuning

Progent also has extensive experience delivering help from top-tier Cisco CCIE-certified network consultants, Hyper-V integration experts, and VMware virtual machine consultants. This background with core technologies saves time and costs when guiding businesses through each phase of upgrading their legacy Microsoft Dynamics GP environment. Progent also offers the support of senior security and compliance experts, disaster recovery and business continuity planning consultants, application programmers, hybrid cloud architecture consultants, and SQL Server DBAs who can assist you to plan, deploy, and maintain a well-tuned Microsoft Dynamics GP environment.

Progent's Support Services for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains Enterprise Resource Planning Deployments
For more about Progent's online and on-premises support services in Minneapolis, Minnesota for Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP software, see:

• Microsoft Dynamics GP Support Expertise
  

• Dynamics GP 2015 Consulting Services
  

• MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains Program Features
  

• Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP Features and Benefits
  

• Expert Help with MS Dynamics GP Reporting
  

• MS Dynamics GP Custom Development
  

Contact Progent for MS Dynamics GP/Great Plains Upgrade Support
If your Minneapolis, MN business is looking for a Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains integration expert or software developer, call 1-800-993-9400 or see Contact Progent.