Microsoft Dynamics GP ExpertsMicrosoft Dynamics GP, originally called Great Plains, has a lengthier heritage than almost any other ERP solution written for the Windows OS. Dynamics GP is a proven, full-featured application and is one of the most popular ERP systems for small and mid-size businesses, with around 50,000 active installations worldwide. Many businesses who have relied on Dynamics GP for years have managed to defer upgrades to the point that they are now running seriously out-of-date software and outmoded IT infrastructure. This is dangerous. At the same time, a recurring complaint we hear from prospective clients is that they have a hard time locating veteran Dynamics GP consultants to partner with for guidance on how to upgrade their Dynamics GP system affordably and derive the most business value out of the application.

The more a business tries to make do with legacy versions of Microsoft Dynamics GP, the more complex the migration procedure tends to be. If server hardware or storage systems break down, there could be no equivalent hardware on the market to replace them. When releases of Windows Server used to host Dynamics GP arrive at end-of-support status, vital security updates are no longer distributed. The latest releases of Microsoft SQL Server might not be compatible with your special GP customizations. Next-generation tools like Microsoft's Power BI may not be an option. Businesses considering an update of their Microsoft Dynamics GP deployment are often overwhelmed by the number of components there are to the puzzle. And the cost quoted for an upgrade may be through the roof.

Microsoft Dynamics GP Migration and Customization Expertise Offered by Progent
Progent has supported Dynamics GP and Great Plains for more than two decades, and Progent's seasoned experts have provided high-level and affordable online consulting for Windows-powered environments to organizations in every state in the U.S. By combining in-depth familiarity with all editions of Dynamics GP as well as top-tier network integration talent, Progent is ideally qualified to help your Bellevue, Washington business optimize the benefit of GP/Great Plains.

We partner with our customers and begin by listening to their requirements. Once we have familiarity with the IT environment and the areas for improvement we make our recommendations. Recommendations may include an upgrade to a newer and fully supported release of Microsoft Dynamics GP, simple user training, complete platform and specific module configuration including 3rd-party products from a wide range of suppliers that have published add-ons to Microsoft Dynamics GP, integration with other critical business applications used by organization, custom report writing, and system evaluations to determine whether GP is being used optimally. Our goal with every Dynamics GP project of whatever size is to optimize strategic value and minimize cost.

Progent can assist your Bellevue, Washington business in each phase of your Dynamics GP upgrade or customization process including:

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

  • Migration Planning and Timing
    Create a complete upgrade plan and timetable that minimizes business disruption. Plan for pilot testing, production upgrade, and education. Identify customizations and add-on modules. Anticipate and manage integration problems.

  • Pilot Testing
    Plan and implement a test system for proving the upgrade process.

  • System Upgrades
    Back up databases and dictionaries, eConnect automation, and Microsoft Integration Manager data. eMigrate Microsoft Dynamics GP to the current release to assure ongoing support services from Microsoft and to have all the latest features available to your organization. Update SQL Server and compatibility levels for all databases. Activate services from the GP Professional Services Tools Library. Prepare data and execute scripts to address documented issues.

  • Management Reporting
    Develop reports and or dashboards for internal as well as external use. Configure SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and combine Dynamics GP with Power BI for self-service reporting and for aggregating information from multiple local and external sources.

  • Training
    Deliver one-on-one or group training for existing and first-time users of Microsoft Dynamics GP.

  • Support Services
    Provide a single point of contact for expertise to deliver consistent and cost-effective resolution of issues made possible by close understanding of your specific environment.
Additional Microsoft Dynamics GP Consulting Expertise Available from Progent
Progent can provide the support of top-tier consultants who have been creating working Dynamics GP and Great Plains environments since version 1. Progent has the skills to do the jobs you need directly instead of supervising less knowledgeable consultants or internal staff. Important areas where Progent can deliver Microsoft Dynamics GP support services include:
  • Recommendations
    Recommend the deployment of modules included with the basic GP system but are not now being utilized. Also, suggest third-party products designed exclusively for Microsoft Dynamics GP to provide features that GP skips.

  • Integrations
    Create custom integrations between Dynamics GP and other business platforms to reduce redundant data entry and increase accuracy.

  • Customizations
    Build big and small customizations that work with Dynamics GP to handle various business functions that are not addressed by standard GP modules or external modules.
Infrastructure Expertise
Progent can assist you to enhance your network infrastructure to support Microsoft Dynamics GP for any deployment model including on-premises, private or public cloud, or a hybrid network model. Network infrastructure expertise available from Progent include:
  • Needs analysis and IT asset inventory
  • Network topology design and implementation (on-premises, cloud-based, or hybrid)
  • Configuring security gateways and remote connections and defining security policies
  • Managing iOS, Google Android, and Windows mobile devices
  • Creating high-availability (HA) solutions
  • Integration with public cloud services including Microsoft 365
  • Disaster recovery planning
  • Performance optimization
Why Progent?
An optimized Microsoft Dynamics GP ecosystem incorporates multiple software platforms, on-premises network infrastructure resources, and public cloud services integrated into a seamless enterprise resource planning solution. For over 20 years, Progent's consultants have delivered online and onsite help from Microsoft-certified experts including Dynamics GP/Great Plains consultants, Windows Server specialists, SQL Server developers, Exchange Server integration experts, Microsoft Office consultants, and SharePoint Server integration consultants. Progent's consultants have supported these products from their initial releases to their current versions, and Progent can help with cloud-based SaaS options by offering Office and Microsoft 365 consulting, Exchange Online support, and SharePoint Online deployment and application development services.

Progent also has a long history of delivering help from top-tier Cisco CCIE-certified network infrastructure experts, Windows Hyper-V planning and integration experts, and VMware virtualization specialists. This experience with strategic technologies saves time and expense when guiding businesses through every aspect of upgrading their legacy Microsoft Dynamics GP environment. Progent also can provide the skills of senior cybersecurity and information assurance experts, disaster recovery and business continuity planning consultants, application developers, hybrid cloud integration consultants, and SQL Server DBAs who can assist you to plan, implement, and manage a productive Dynamics GP environment.

Progent's Consulting Expertise for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains ERP Solutions
To find out more about Progent's online and on-premises consulting services in Bellevue, Washington for Dynamics GP/Great Plains Enterprise Resource Planning software, refer to:

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

Contact Progent for Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains Migration Services
If your Bellevue, WA business is looking for a Dynamics GP/Great Plains integration expert or software programmer, call 1-800-993-9400 or visit Contact Progent.