Microsoft D365 Business Central or Dynamics GP: Who wins?

June 12th, 2019 Intech Systems Dynamics 365, Dynamics GP

Introduction:

An Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system helps organizations manage their day-to-day business operations, including financials, sales, supply chain operations, compliance and risk management, etc. Businesses that deal with a lot of data need a central platform that can serve as a single source of truth while streamlining different business processes, lowering costs and boosting productivity.

There are many reasons to invest in an ERP system, and its benefits are known far and wide, but today, we will be answering some important questions about what an ERP system can do for a business like yours. How does an ERP system organize workflows and improve collaboration? With countless choices for an ERP system, how does a business choose the one best suited to their needs?

Also Read: How is Artificial Intelligence (AI) changing ERP systems?

Microsoft Dynamics GP Vs Dynamics 365 Business Central

Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains and Dynamics 365 Business Central are both key players in the enterprise resource planning (ERP) landscape. Both these ERP systems help businesses manage their accounting and financial needs and are better suited for small and mid-sized businesses. They are both equipped with feasible budgeting and reporting facilities. However, some of the key considerations for choosing between the two are advanced functionalities, customization tools, upgrades, infrastructure requirements, and licensing. Let’s dive deeper into what each one offers:

What is Microsoft Dynamics GP?

Dynamics GP is a comprehensive, on-premises software best known for its extensible design, ideal for larger businesses seeking complete control over their data sources and requiring heavy customizations. GP is a stable and large install base with perpetual and subscription licensing. It supports both on-premises and cloud-based hosting options with additional ISV products add-ons to extend the functionality. However, Dynamics GP is not as adaptable as other Microsoft ERP solutions.

What are the Advantages of Dynamics GP?

Deployment Options: Dynamics GP is well-known for its flexibility and allows users to choose between on-premises or cloud-based deployment, based on specific business needs.

Automation: Dynamics GP automates manual and repetitive tasks such as financial and inventory management, compliance and reporting. By implementing Dynamics GP, businesses can reduce human errors, accelerate processes, and improve accuracy.

Streamlining: Dynamics GP streamlines business processes, enabling 360-degree visibility across various functionalities, such as finance, supply chain management, and human resources management. This integration drives informed decision-making across the organization.

What is Dynamics 365 Business Central?

Dynamics 365 Business Central is a cloud-based business management solution best known for its scalability and flexibility. Business Central can easily integrate with different Microsoft tools and technologies, thereby offering enhanced collaboration among all stakeholders. Due to its easily deployable, scalable and cost-effective model, it is a hit among small-and-mid-sized businesses.

Business Central is a SaaS tool, which means it actively reduces the need for installation and upgrade consulting. Unlike Dynamics GP, Dynamics 365 Business Central has a monthly subscription licensing plan, enabling customers to pay-as-they-go and scale up or down as needed. Let’s take a look at a few of the advantages of Business Central implementation.

What are the Advantages of Dynamics 365 Business Central?

Microsoft Dynamics GP and Dynamics 365 Business Central are both business management solutions, particularly for small and mid-sized businesses and while GP has set an impeccable track record, in recent years, we have witnessed a major shift towards the modern and intuitive Business Central. Let’s look at some notable advantages of Dynamics Business Central to understand why it has gradually made its way to the top:

Finance Management: Business Central offers real-time financial visibility and seamless integration with Power BI for advanced analytics, surpassing Dynamics GP’s capabilities.

Business Intelligence: Reporting is one of the key advantages of using a cloud-based business management solution integrated with Power BI. You can track as many KPIs as you want and customize reports across different functions, boosting data analytics and decision-making beyond Dynamics GP’s basic reporting features.

Project Management: Business Central combines project planning, resource management, and task tracking in a comprehensive and unified platform, improving efficiency compared to Dynamics GP’s segmented approach.

Sales and Service: One of the other key benefits of using Business Central is that it integrates sales and service management, simplifies operations and enhances customer satisfaction more effectively than Dynamics GP.

Planning Management: Business Central brings together an advanced set of functionalities, including inventory forecasting and demand planning tools, into this streamlined and unified cloud-based business management solution, enabling businesses to predict and improve supply chain planning to stay agile and drive business growth.

Human Resources: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central integrates HR management with finance and operations, offering comprehensive HR capabilities like payroll and benefits administration, surpassing Dynamics GP’s basic HR features.

Also Read: How to Migrate from Dynamics GP to Dynamics Business Central?

Microsoft Dynamics GP vs Dynamics 365 Business Central

Why Should You opt for Business Central Migration?

As you may have noticed, both Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Microsoft Dynamics GP have merits of their own. However, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is an affordable, easy-to-use, and all-in-one ERP solution for all your accounting and operational needs, seamlessly integrating with your business, boosting productivity, and improving collaboration and reporting.

Migrating to Business Central is a smart choice with automatic biannual upgrades, pay-as-you-go scalability, seamless integration, extensive compliance measures, and enhanced security features. Unlike Dynamics GP, Business Central implementation offers a modern, cloud-based ERP system that evolves with your business needs, ensuring continuous improvement and innovation.

We offer Business Central support and implementation services. Contact us today to learn more about Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

Intech Systems is a leading provider of comprehensive business solutions, specializing in delivering cloud-based ERP solutions that enhances operational efficiency and drives growth. As a trusted Dynamics Partner we offer expertise in Dynamics 365 Business Central Licensing and Pricing, ensuring businesses receive the best value for their investment. Our team of dedicated Dynamics 365 consultants leverages the 365 platform to tailor solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. Intech Systems proudly features solutions on Microsoft AppSource, providing easy access to our innovative offerings. We also excel in implementing CRM solutions that help businesses manage their customer relationships more effectively. Embracing Microsoft’s AI innovations, we empower organizations to harness advanced technologies to stay ahead in the competitive market landscape.

About Intech

Intech Systems is a three-cloud Microsoft-certified partner that boasts deep expertise in providing digital transformation solutions for organizations by leveraging the Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and Azure solution stack. Intech is recognized as a top-tier Microsoft implementation partner globally and specializes in transformative technology solutions such as ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), CRM (Customer Relationship Management), Business Process Automation, Business Intelligence, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Management, Productivity & Collaboration and Generative AI (Gen-AI) solutions. As a trusted Microsoft Solutions Partner, we are capable of doing complex technology implementations catered to an organization’s specific needs & also rapid solution implementation such as our Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central implementation packages. We pair our implementations with end-to-end customer support, offshore development & 3rd party integrations. With offices in India, USA (United States of America), and Singapore, we work with clients across globe to empower businesses with cutting-edge technology solutions. Our latest services aim at delivering business ready AI solutions to the customer, like our  Microsoft Copilot Consulting Services & Solutions for small, medium & large enterprises. Intech’s expertise lies in building software solutions for Manufacturing, Professional Services & Healthcare.  Our Dealer Management System, Sales and Service CRM for Manufacturing, Field Force Automation for Pharmaceuticals and Manufacturing Central are some of our leading industry solutions. Intech’s vision is to catalyze digital futures for operation-centric industries globally, we are at the forefront of innovation, helping organizations drive growth and innovation like never before. Contact Us to learn more.