Why migrate from GP, NAVision, SL to Dynamic 365 Business Central?
When you move to the Dynamics 365 cloud, you unlock more Features, Security, Flexibility, Insights, Automation & Functions AND lower the cost of maintenance and upgrades.
| Feature/Aspect | Microsoft Dynamics GP | Business Central is Better |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Use Case | Limited, suited for simpler SMB needs | Scales easily with cloud infrastructure |
| Scalability | Limited, suited for simpler SMB needs | Scaling requires significant hardware investment |
| Cost Structure | One-time licensing + maintenance fees | Subscription-based pricing lowers upfront costs |
| Updates | Manual updates, requiring downtime | Automatic, seamless updates with minimal downtime |
| Customization | Customizable but needs expert knowledge | Customizable with low-code/no-code tools (Power Platform) |
| Integrations | Basic MS Office & third-party integrations | Native integration with Microsoft ecosystem & APIs |
| Analytics & Reporting | Standard reporting | Built-in Power BI & AI-driven insights |
| User Interface (UI) | Traditional, less intuitive | Modern, web-based UI with intuitive design |
| Security | On-premise security, dependent on IT resources | Cloud-based security with compliance & advanced protection |
When Is the Right Time to Move from Dynamics GP/NAV to Dynamics 365 Business Central?
If your business processes are still running on legacy software like Dynamics GP or Dynamics NAV, you may be facing challenges such as high maintenance costs, outdated features, and limited scalability. If you haven’t already planned your migration, the right time to consider a Dynamics GP to Business Central migration or NAV to Business Central migration is when your system no longer supports business growth, struggles with compliance, or requires heavy customizations to keep up with changing needs.
What’s more, support for Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Dynamics GP is nearing its end. Mainstream support has already ended, and extended support is winding down by 2028, so now is the time to migrate to the upgraded AI-powered Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Benefits of Moving from Dynamics GP/NAV to Dynamics 365 Business Central
Moving to Dynamics 365 Business Central offers significant benefits for organizations across various industries. With the help of a certified Microsoft Business Central partner, you can ensure a smooth and secure transition. Some key benefits include
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Lower total cost of ownership:
Cloud-based ERP reduces hardware and IT maintenance expenses.
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Scalability and flexibility
Business Central can easily adjust as your business grows.
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Seamless integrations
It works directly with Microsoft tools, making real-time reporting and analytics possible.
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Future-ready platform
Regular updates and new features help keep your ERP up to date.
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Maximize your Microsoft Fabric investment by partnering with experts who deliver results
Explore the Possibilities
Why Choose Intech Systems for GP/NAV Upgrade to Business Central?
With 1000+ projects, 45+ years of experience, 300+ global customers, and a 350+ expert team, Intech is a trusted Microsoft partner for ERP upgrades. We help businesses migrate from NAV to Business Central or plan smooth Dynamics GP to Business Central migrations through rapid, cost-effective packages, delivering ERP in weeks, not months.
From Business Central cloud migration to on-premises upgrades, we provide clear, transparent pricing, whether you are exploring the cost to migrate NAV or GP to Business Central in the USA. Our consultants specialize in Microsoft Dynamics GP migration, ensuring your move to Dynamics 365 Business Central is smooth, secure, and future-ready.
Have you thought about your long-term software strategy to stay ahead of competitors?
- ✔ Is your software strategy future-proofed for optimal competitive advantages?
- ✔ Can you access your finances from anywhere, on any device?
- ✔ Are your financial processes flexible, automated, and efficient?
- ✔ Are you leveraging AI and Copilot to easily analyze your financial data?
Top reasons why our customers choose to migrate to Dynamics 365 Business Central –
- ✔ It Empowers Remote Teams & Boosts Employee Productivity: With D365 Business Central, you can access everything on-the-go, from anywhere in the world. Get full functionality, always, from your desktop, mobile or tablet – across Windows, MacOS, Android and iOS devices.
- ✔ It Reduces Costs of On-Premise Maintenance & Upgrades: When you’re on the D365 Business Central cloud, you save on licensing costs, infrastructure costs, upgrades & maintenance costs.
- ✔ It Keeps Up with Modernization & Innovations, without sacrificing Customizations: You can easily migrate all your customizations to Dynamics 365 Business Central, and easily tailor and extend capabilities with 3,000+ apps on AppSource, APIs, or using Power Platform for low-code customization.
- ✔ It Keeps your Data Secure & Complaint with Regulatory Requirements: Automated business processes increase productivity while strengthening compliance and data protection with easy-to-create workflows, complete audit trails, and enterprise-level security features
- ✔ It Helps Unlock Crucial Reports & Dashboards for Data-Driven Insights: Use built-in reports, or Microsoft Power BI and unlimited data dimensions to get real-time cash flow, identify financial patterns, analyze trends, and improve business planning
IT JUST MAKES SENSE!
Why Migrate with Intech?
We make it easy, seamless and deliver the highest quality of implementation, customization & support services to our clients.
Intech’s 3-step migration process:
- ✔ We offer you a FREE ASSESSMENT of your current setup to help you identify necessary gaps and modifications.
- ✔ We manage your licensing purchases, discounts and setup.
- ✔ We manage your entire migration deployment followed by dedicated support.
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Have You Got Questions?
Click through our FAQ for the best answers!
The time to migrate from GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central usually ranges from 6–12 weeks. Intech ensures a well-planned process with minimal downtime and smooth data transfer.
Migrating from GP, NAV, or SL to Dynamics 365 Business Central gives you a modern, cloud-based ERP with better performance, automatic updates, and seamless Microsoft integrations.
Yes. While you migrate from GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central, Intech supports hybrid or phased migration so you can run both systems until you’re ready to switch fully.
During the migration from GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central, Intech follows Microsoft’s best practices for encryption, backups, and secure data handling to keep your data safe.
Most GP or NAV integrations can be rebuilt or upgraded. Intech reviews your existing setup and ensures your add-ons work seamlessly in Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Yes. When you migrate from GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central, it connects effortlessly with Power BI, Power Apps, Teams, and Office 365 for a unified experience.
Absolutely. Intech provides tailored training and ongoing support so your team quickly adapts after migrating from GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central.
If you are not ready for full cloud migration, Intech helps you choose a hybrid or on-premise setup before you fully move from GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Dynamics 365 Business Central scales easily as your business grows, whether you are migrating from GP or expanding operations, you can add users and modules anytime.
Yes. Dynamics 365 Business Central fully complies with US data privacy and security standards, making your migration from GP or NAV safe and compliant.
Delaying your migration from GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central can lead to higher costs, outdated technology, and security risks. Early migration helps future-proof your business.
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