As Microsoft has officially announced the end of life for Microsoft Dynamics GP, many organizations are left wondering about the future of their ERP systems. At Crestwood Associates, we are here to support your journey, whether you decide to maintain your current GP system or explore migration options. Ready to understand your options? Schedule your Free GP Migration Data Assessment now! Our GP Migration Assessment is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of your current system and offer tailored recommendations for future transitions.
Crestwood Associates’ Commitment to Dynamics GP Clients
We recognize the challenges and uncertainty this announcement brings to Dynamics GP users. Our commitment is to support you through 2031 and beyond, ensuring that your current investment is maximized and your system remains secure and optimized.
Assesses migration, cloud platform and customization readiness
Identifies potential roadblocks in the migration process
Offers migration options tailored to unique business needs
Insights to Support Your Migration Journey
Better understand the time and resources required of your business
Proactively resolve migration issues before the process begins
Enable a more customized experience that delivers a greater ROI
Migration Readiness and Roadmap
Evaluation of your system’s readiness for migration to Business Central or other modern ERP solutions.
Provides a clear roadmap with timelines, resource requirements, and key milestones.
Insight into the time and resources required for a successful migration.
Data Integrity Check
Ensures your data is accurate, complete, and secure for future migration.
Proactively resolves potential data issues before the migration process begins.
Quick Assessment Tool
Utilize our migration tool for a 5-minute assessment to estimate the effort required to migrate to Microsoft Business Central.
Provides immediate insight into migration feasibility and next steps.
Customized Consulting and Support
Enable a more customized migration experience that delivers greater ROI.
Access expert guidance and support throughout the migration journey.
Insights to help proactively manage and resolve migration challenges.
Get Answers to Meaningful Migration Questions in Minutes
Have five minutes to spare? That’s how long it will take you to complete our free GP to Dynamics 365 assessment.
After you finish the assessment and the results are analyzed, you’ll receive an email that includes a custom high-level report that you can share with other team members.
You can then use the findings to guide your migration decision and optimize your efforts.
Understanding the End of Support for Microsoft Dynamics GP
Microsoft has announced the following timeline for the sunsetting of the Dynamics GP product:
April 4, 2023: Announcement of the end of new customer license sales.
September 25, 2024: Announcement of the end of product development and technical support.
April 1, 2025: No new sales of Perpetual licenses; new Subscription licenses continue for one more year.
April 1, 2026: End of new customer sales for all licenses.
September 30, 2029: End of product enhancements, regulatory updates, service packs, and technical support.
April 30, 2031: End of security updates.
Crestwood Associates’ Commitment to Dynamics GP Clients
We recognize the challenges and uncertainty this announcement brings to Dynamics GP users. Our commitment is to support you through 2031 and beyond, ensuring that your current investment is maximized and your system remains secure and optimized.
Key Aspects of Our Support Plan:
Long-Term Support: We pledge to provide continued support for your Dynamics GP system through 2031 and potentially longer.
Comprehensive Services: Our services include system upgrades, consulting, training, and ongoing support tailored to your specific needs.
Expert Consultation: Our seasoned consultants are available to assist with all aspects of your GP system, from routine maintenance to strategic planning.
Cost-Effective Solutions: Maintain your existing GP system with dedicated support, avoiding the costs and disruptions associated with a rushed migration.
Future-Proofing: We closely monitor Microsoft’s roadmap and advocate for extended support options, preparing your business for a smooth transition when the time is right.
Our priority is to provide stability and peace of mind. We understand that not all businesses are ready to transition immediately. That’s why we offer a “Safe-Haven” approach, supporting your existing GP environment while preparing for future possibilities.
Host Your GP on the Crestwood Cloud
For enhanced security and performance, we recommend hosting your GP environment on the Crestwood Cloud. Our fully managed cloud solution offers:
Enhanced Security: Protect your system with round-the-clock monitoring and regular security updates.
Reliable Performance: Optimize system performance with proactive maintenance and support.
Scalability: Easily scale your infrastructure to meet growing business needs without investing in on-premises hardware.
Easily Assess Your GP to Business Central Migration Readiness
Naturally, businesses want to weigh the risks and efforts involved in a migration before they make a decision. Our free GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central assessment tool lets you access these valuable insights in a matter of minutes.
All it takes is five minutes to complete our assessment. Once your results are analyzed, we’ll email you a high-level report designed to help guide and optimize your migration.
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