Microsoft Dynamics GP End of Life: Transition Smoothly with Advania

Microsoft has announced that support for Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains (GP) will end on 30th September 2029, with extended support available until April 2031. Advania recognises that the Dynamics GP end of life timeline will impact many clients, given how crucial it has been to business operations worldwide. While there’s no immediate need to switch products, now is the perfect time to start planning for the future.

Switching before Dynamics GP end of life

Transitioning from Dynamics GP to a modern, cloud-based solution like Dynamics 365 Business Central is essential for staying ahead in today’s fast-paced business environment. Both Advania and Microsoft firmly believe that Dynamics 365 Business Central is the right solution to support your business growth. This platform offers numerous features designed to make the transition smooth and intuitive for GP users.

Microsoft is encouraging all organisations currently working with Dynamics GP to move to Business Central.

Migrating to Dynamics 365 Business Central

Staying within the Microsoft ecosystem offers numerous advantages. It allows users to leverage the capabilities of the Microsoft cloud, seamlessly integrating with Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams. Additionally, users can take advantage of new technologies such as the Power Platform and Copilot.

Microsoft has invested heavily in ensuring Dynamics 365 Business Central feels familiar to users migrating from Dynamics GP. It has introduced some of GP’s most valued features and maintained familiar terminology to ease the transition.

A fully featured cloud app, also known as SaaS, runs independently and can be accessed using only a web browser. This eliminates the need for physical servers or other expensive server hardware and software. Dynamics 365 Business Central offers a more modern and intuitive user interface compared to Dynamics GP, including advanced features such as embedded Power BI reports and Copilot.

With Business Central, there is no need to upgrade again. Automatic updates are released twice a year, introducing new features and adapting to the AI world. This ensures users are always on the latest version of Business Central without the need for lengthy upgrades.

Business Central ensures data is protected with enterprise-grade security and compliance tools managed by Microsoft. This not only meets regulatory requirements but also reduces the burden on internal IT resources, allowing organisations to focus on core business activities.

Transitioning from Dynamics GP to Business Central with Advania

Advania is dedicated to ensuring as seamless a transition as possible. With extensive experience in migrating clients from Dynamics GP to Business Central, an expert team of both Dynamics GP and Dynamics 365 Business Central experts ensures complete understanding of the intricacies of both systems.

This dual expertise allows Advania to leverage the best of Dynamics GP (like Smart Lists and multi-company reporting) while introducing its clients to the advanced capabilities of Business Central. Advania is uniquely positioned to help you through this transition, ensuring you get the most out of your new system.

The Advania Toolkit for Migration 

Advania has developed a comprehensive toolkit to guide organisations through their migration from Dynamics GP to Business Central. The toolkit includes:

• Data Migration Services: ensuring data is accurately and securely transferred
• Tailored Training Programmes: specifically designed for clients moving from Dynamics GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Partnered Third-Party Applications: enhancing the user experience and replicating GP’s most loved features by partnering with numerous third-party apps

Transitioning to Business Central not only future-proofs business but also gives access to a platform that can drive growth and efficiency. Advania and Microsoft both recommend Dynamics 365 Business Central as the optimal solution for your business needs.