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Dynamics GP – Microsoft Business Solutions

http://www.microsoft.com/dynamics

Category: General to Advanced Accounting - Class: SMB to Mid-Range

Best Fit

· Small business 1 to 500 users - general accounting needs

· Industry specific implementation

Construction
Consumer-packaged goods distribution
Healthcare
Retail Management

Strengths

· Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 integrates directly with Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 providing a collaboration platform using business information, reports, and other documents. GP utilizes remote access through the Business Portal to provide secure access to employees, partners, and customers via an Internet connection.

· Automated notifications and approvals using streamlined workflows. Users can streamline purchase order processing, as an example, with automated approval routings tailored to actual business roles in the organization. Workflow functions include an audit trail of task ownership and actions to ensure compliance and accountability.

· Heavy use of Role-based processing to maximize security of sensitive data and tailor what users are authorized to do and see.

Brief Product Description and Pricing

· With the release of Dynamics GP, the older Great Plains, Dynamics has fully evolved to be compatible across the Microsoft product line, called the Microsoft Stack. Dynamics GP has close integration to Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, for customization of reports, and generation of custom interactive dashboards in Excel.

· Because Dynamics requires technical expertise to install and implement, the total cost may differ depending on number of users and needs. Generally, the price of the software is a flat $2250.00 per user plus installation and training charged by the local reseller.

· Microsoft positions Dynamics GP for those small companies who have out grown an entry level or low-end SMB solution and need growth and scalability.

Technical Specifications

· Windows XP and Vista

· Complex solution requiring technical installation by qualified installers.

· Microsoft SQL Server 2007 or higher, Microsoft SharePoint Server and Microsoft Office 2007 for the maximum beneficial effect.

Integration with Accounting and Ease of Setup

· The Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 interface embraces the look and feel of the 2007 Microsoft Office system and Windows Vista, introducing a new, but consistent user experience across all applications.

· Windows Desktop Search is extended to include database elements from Dynamics GP 10.0 combining data searches for information inside and outside of Dynamics GP.

· Because Dynamics is part of the Microsoft product line, there is a strong integration between all products and a common look and feel.

· E-Learning for Microsoft Dynamics provides a simple and effective way to learn at the individual's pace and schedule. E-Learning improves technical product skills and application functionality. E-Learning is available online and on demand 24-hours-a-day Lessons can be stopped and restarted, skipped or repeated. Hands-on exercises and interactions (quizzes and puzzles) reinforce learning. Training and retraining staff is much easier and cost effective.

Representative Client List (if available)

· Nexion – Long term care provider

· Orange County Choppers – New York-based builder of custom motorcycles

· Lava World – Manufacturer/Distributor using Business Portals

Company History and Contact Information

· Microsoft Dynamics GP is delivered by a global network of Microsoft certified partners who provide local, personalized service. As a result, the purchasing and implementation process can differ from company to company.

· Because Microsoft Dynamics GP is sold and installed through a network of resellers, there are a number of ways to contact a local service provider. For information visit http://www.microsoft.com/dynamics/request_more_info.mspx or write

Microsoft Dynamics

One Lone Tree Rd.

Fargo, ND 58104-3911

Commentary (The following is provided by the Editor with notes and comments from others.)

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