Blogs, articles and insights for Microsoft Dynamics GP, formerly known as Great Plains.
How to Add a Report to VBA in Dynamics GP
There were times when you need to modify a current report in Dynamics GP and add some VBA code to it. When you look at
Processing In-house Repairs With Dynamics GP
As a Manufacturing consultant, I often visit our clients to review their production processes, and offer ideas for optimizing their use of Dynamics GP. One
Dynamics GP Tips and Tricks Refresher Course
No matter which version of Dynamics GP that you use, there is a lot to keep track of. There are features that can help save
Dynamics GP Tips and Tricks Every User Should Know
Do you seem to be forgetting the basics of Dynamics GP? Have new employees not familiar with GP? Here's the refresher course your company has
Microsoft Has Extended Dynamics AX 2009 Mainstream Support
For those who are still using Dynamics AX 2009, we have some good news for you. Microsoft has extended mainstream support for this version of
Dynamics GP 2013 is at the End of Its Life. Now What?
As you may know, Microsoft has ended support for Dynamics GP 2013 (and older versions) on April 20, 2018. We refer to this as a
Troubleshooting a Network Performance Issue Affecting a VM
Recently, we encountered a very strange issue: our client was reporting that their Dynamics GP application on a Citrix server was running extremely slowly. The
So You’ve Decided to Upgrade Dynamics GP…
Now that you've made the decision to upgrade from Dynamics GP 2013 to GP 2018, there are a few items you must take into consideration. First
ERP Comparison Seminar in Naperville
ERP COMPARISON FAST – FORWARD YOUR SELECTION PROCESS Squeeze weeks of research and scheduling into One Morning June 14, 2018 at
Ready to Upgrade Your Dynamics GP System? Here Are Some Options to Consider
Before you commit to upgrading to Dynamics GP 2018 from GP 2013, perhaps you should consider other software alternatives. We have two such options we
Dynamics GP 2013 End of Life Is Here, Are You Ready to Upgrade?
This month, Microsoft will stop supporting Dynamics GP 2013. The product will still operate as usual, but Microsoft will no longer release any bug fixes
Database Health and the Check Database Integrity Maintenance Task
Most users are focused on Dynamics GP performance and the validation of the data within the system. This is extremely important. Yet, we sometimes forget
Dynamics GP Success Story: Clarke Corp Case Study
Clarke Corp distributes high-end appliances throughout New England. Tom Clarke founded the company in 1991. His idea for distributing appliances was to invite consumers into
Is Your ERP Making All the Right Plays?
Is your ERP system running as smoothly as the Philadelphia Eagles' run to the Big Game or does it miss a crucial catch like Tom
Dynamics GP Success Story: Roche Bros. Case Study
Roche Bros. is a privately owned and operated supermarket company based in Wellesley, Massachusetts. The company was founded in 1952, and now there are 18
How ERP Optimization Protects Software Investments
Implementing a new ERP system can be an expensive investment for your company. Costs include the software purchase, consulting hours, and the training of your
Microsoft Dynamics GP Tips – How to Protect Your Dates
Fat finger mistakes…it happens to the best of us and can cause major headaches! Dynamics GP gives you a tool to help minimize the frequency
Case Study: The Duchossois Group – On-Demand Reporting
On-Demand Reports and Dashboards for Financial Management System Customer Profile The Duchossois Group is a family office with a team of
Simplifying the Formulas For Consuming Bulk Vs. Raw Materials
For many process manufacturers, it’s not uncommon to have multiple processing stages needed in order to arrive at the final item(s). A typical scenario is to first consume raw materials to create WIP, or bulk, which might reside in a container for a period of time. Then, when it is time to produce the finished goods, the WIP, or bulk, that has been sitting in the container, is then used to make the finished products. Read More Simplifying the Formulas For Consuming Bulk Vs. Raw Materials
Automated Lab Calculations Simplify Paint and Coatings Formula Management
For many paint and coatings-based manufacturers, having the ability to dynamically analyze formula specifications can be critical to the product development process. As the quantity of an item changes, it can be a great asset to be able to see the affect on one of the many specifications pertinent to the product. Being able to view formula specifications, such as the VOC, can be critical to product development and the reduction of errors. Read More Automated Lab Calculations Simplify Paint and Coatings Formula Management
