Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 (formerly Microsoft Business Solutions - Great Plains) is a modular, integrated ERP (enterprise resource planning) enterprise solution that operates on Microsoft's Web-based .net platform. Commonly referred to as Microsoft accounting software, MS Great Plains is actually comprised of eight modules, which can be purchased separately. Here's how they'll help your business:
1. Use Microsoft accounting software to help you monitor your finances.
2. E-commerce can be automated and tracked with Microsoft Dynamics GP.
3. MS Great Plains can provide effective supply chain management .
4. Manage your manufacturing operations with Microsoft Dynamics.
5. Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics allows you to monitor project accounting.
6. Field service automation is possible with Microsoft Great Plains software.
7. Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics can enhance customer relationship management.
8. Automate human resources tasks with Microsoft Dynamics.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Find a Microsoft Dynamics GP certified partner
An enterprise solution requires expertise for proper implementation. Find a partner who is certified for Microsoft Dynamics and can offer a complete range of services from analyzing your needs to training and service. The ideal partner will have completed other Microsoft Dynamics GP implementations in your industry and be familiar with its unique needs.
I recommend: Check out Microsoft's
Six Things to look for in an IT Partner. Then go to
Microsoft Dynamics to locate a certified partner in your area. For industry-specific partners, visit
Microsoft Dynamics Industry Solutions. Business.com's
Microsoft Great Plains Help page lists additional partner resources in various regions.
Price Microsoft Dynamics GP
Similarly to an enterprise solution, Microsoft Great Plains software is priced according to the number of modules you buy and the number of employees who will be using the system concurrently. Your partner will charge for its services as well, which should include training and service.
I recommend: Pick several local certified partners from
Microsoft Dynamics and ask them to submit competitive bids.
Decide which Microsoft Great Plains software modules to use
Accounting is the core function of Microsoft Dynamics GP, making it the logical module to begin with. The other modules can be separated into in-house functions like project accounting and human resources and functions that go beyond the walls of your company like e-commerce, supply chain management, field service and customer relationship management.
I recommend: 2020 Software offers free demos of the various Microsoft Great Plains software modules.
Train your employees on Microsoft Dynamics GP
If your partner doesn't offer MS Great Plains software training, plenty of other companies do.
I recommend: Netcom Information Technology is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner that offers specialized Microsoft Dynamics GP training on-site or in its New York facilities. Denver, Colorado-based
ICB Consulting offers remote web-based training on Microsoft Great Plains software via WebEx.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- Solicit buy-in from company executives at the highest level to support the implementation process of Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics.
- Announcement the upcoming MS Great Plains software implementation in the company newsletter and at company meetings.
- Introduce the Microsoft accounting software in phases, rolling out one module at a time.
- Spotlight key employees for advanced involvement and training in Microsoft Dynamics GP.
- Keep employees abreast of how the enterprise solution software is improving productivity.
The official source of Microsoft Great Plains Software is
the Microsoft Great Plains Software page at Business.com
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