Why Acting Now Matters: Overcoming the Risks of Legacy Systems

If you’re still relying on legacy, on-premises systems, you may be facing hidden costs and security risks that can slow down your operations and limit your ability to scale. For example, Microsoft Dynamics GP has already reached end-of-life for many versions, leaving many nonprofits without critical support and security updates. After December 31, 2029, all versions of Dynamics GP will be unsupported. 

Waiting to transition increases the risks and costs of your technology gap. Transitioning to modern solutions isn’t just about staying current, it’s about future-proofing your nonprofit with a secure, efficient, and scalable platform that grows with your organization’s needs. 

The Risks of Legacy Systems 

• Rising Costs – Maintaining on-premises servers and outdated software drains your budget with ongoing IT maintenance, patches, and security fixes that cloud solutions reduce significantly or completely eliminate. 
• Security & Compliance Vulnerabilities – Older systems are more susceptible to breaches, putting sensitive donor and financial data at risk. Without modern compliance tools, your organization could also face audit risks and funding penalties. 
• Lost Productivity – Manual processes slow down your team, taking time and resources away from your mission. Without automation, daily, monthly, and yearly tasks become bottlenecks, increasing staff burden. 
• Limited Insights & Missed Opportunities – Outdated reporting tools prevent real-time access to your financial and operational data. Without accurate, up-to-date insights, you risk missing funding opportunities and struggling to make timely data-driven decisions. 

The Case for Modern Solutions 

Upgrading to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central helps you increase efficiency, enhance security, and prepare for long-term sustainability. With a modern system, you gain: 

• Enhanced Productivity – Automate processes, eliminate manual work, and leverage AI-powered tools to streamline operations. 
• Improved Security – Microsoft’s Azure cloud infrastructure ensures state-of-the-art protection for sensitive financial and donor data. 
• Real-Time Insights – Get a comprehensive view of your financial and operational data to make faster, more informed decisions.
• Ongoing Support & Innovation – Stay up to date with regular updates, new features, and evolving technology that grows with your nonprofit’s needs. 

Support to Make Transition Easier 

Eligible nonprofits can access funding and significant discounts through Microsoft’s Tech for Social Impact (TSI) program to help ease the transition. As a Microsoft TSI Managed Partner, Sikich can help you determine your eligibility and maximize the benefits available to your organization. 

If you’re running Dynamics GP, tools like the Dynamics GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central Migration Assessment help you: 

• Understand the scope of migration 
• Set your transition timeline and budget effectively 
• Plan for a successful implementation 

Don’t Wait to Act 

The longer you rely on outdated systems, the harder and more expensive it becomes to transition.  

Don’t Wait Until the Last Minute to Plan Your Transition.

If you’re on Dynamics GP, waiting until the 2029 end-of-life deadline puts your nonprofit at risk. Thousands of organizations will be scrambling for support at the same time, making it harder and costlier to find an experienced partner. 

Now is the ideal time to start planning, and here’s why: 

• Financial Incentives: Eligible nonprofits can receive up to 60% off licensing costs for Business Central through Microsoft’s Tech for Social Impact (TSI) program. 
• Complimentary Assessment: Sikich offers a no-cost evaluation of your existing GP system to help you understand what’s next. 
• Successful Migration Support: Our nonprofit experts, experienced in both GP and Business Central, use a phased approach that aligns with your budget, staffing resources, and approval cycles. 
• Choose Your Own Timeline: Start now to maintain control over your timeline, ensure access to top implementation talent, and avoid last-minute delays or rushed decisions. 

We’ve already helped many nonprofit organizations successfully move from GP to Business Central, empowering them to do more with less and amplify their impact. By planning ahead, you can secure the right technology, resources, and support for a smooth, cost-effective transition—without the last-minute panic or pressure. 

Find the Right Partner 

Choosing the right technology partner is just as critical as choosing the right system. If you decide that the Microsoft ecosystem is the best fit for your nonprofit, make sure your partner understands the entire Microsoft technology stack—not just one portion. This ensures you maximize your investment and fully leverage the efficiencies of a connected system. 

Why Sikich? 

For over 40 years, Sikich has been helping nonprofits like yours operate more efficiently and scale their impact. We understand the unique challenges you face and provide solutions that enhance your ability to drive change while improving operational efficiency. 

How We Help: 

• Recommend best practices tailored to nonprofit needs 
• Integrate your existing systems (billing, donor management, grant platforms) for full visibility 
• Right-size your licensing to optimize your investment—allowing more funds to go toward your mission 
• Offer flexible adoption frameworks—whether you prefer a phased approach or standard implementation 

Sikich isn’t just a top Microsoft Dynamics 365 partner—we are nonprofit technology experts. Our team supports nonprofits across the entire Microsoft ecosystem, including cybersecurity, managed IT services, Copilot AI adoption, and more. 

As a top 1% global ERP partner and one of the Top 30 CPA firms in the U.S., we bring the expertise you can trust to: 

• Maximize every dollar and hour you invest 
• Help you make smarter, data-driven decisions 
• Demonstrate impact and build trust with funders, donors, stakeholders, and employees 

Let’s Start Planning Your Transition Today 

Your mission is too important to be held back by outdated, on-premises technology. Now is the time to plan your transition from legacy systems—before rising costs, security risks, tighter deadlines, and lack of support become a bigger problem. 

Let’s work together to create a roadmap that helps you move forward confidently with a successful transition to modern, mission-driven technology.