Microsoft Dynamics GP is a financial accounting system designed to meet the requirements of small to midsize businesses. Microsoft Dynamics GP was originally developed by North Dakota-based Great Plains Software and was acquired by Microsoft in 2001. Microsoft Dynamics GP has applications for financial management, human resources management, manufacturing planning, supply chain management, field service, business intelligence, collaboration, compliance and IT management. There are also ala carte modules which can be purchased separately, along with hundreds of third-party applications from independent software vendors (ISVs), which can be added to the system to fit additional needs.

1. MICROSOFT
DYNAMICS
GP
ERP SOFTWARE

2. MICROSOFT
DYNAMICS AX
(Axapta).
MICROSOFT
DYNAMICS
GP (Great
Plains).
MICROSOFT
DYNAMICS
NAV
(Navision).
MICROSOFT
DYNAMICS SL
(Solomon IV).
MICROSOFT
DYNAMICS
C5 (Concorde
C5).
MICROSOFT DYNAMICS

3. Microsoft Dynamics
AX
Microsoft Dynamics
NAV
Microsoft Dynamics
GP
Microsoft Dynamics
SL
Formerly Titled Axapta Navision Great Plains Solomon
Implementation
Time
6-12+ months 3-6+ months 3-6+ months 3-6+ months
User Range 5-2,250 5-750 1-500 5-250
Organizational Size Medium to large Small to medium Small to medium Small to medium
Average Employees 50 – unlimited 1-500+ 1-500+ Small to medium
Multi-national Yes 40 Countries 4 Countries 14 Countries
Database Platform MS SQL Server,
Oracle, Cloud-Based
(SaaS)
MS SQL Server,
Azure SQL
MS SQL Server MS SQL Server
Server OS Windows Windows, MacOS Windows, MacOS,
Linux, Unix
Windows
Cloud Ready Yes Yes Yes No
COMPARISON
https://www.randgroup.com/services/erp-
implementation/erp-comparison/

4.  Microsoft Dynamics GP is a financial accounting system
designed to meet the requirements of small to midsize
businesses.
 Microsoft Dynamics GP was originally developed by North
Dakota-based Great Plains Software and was acquired by
Microsoft in 2001.
 Microsoft Dynamics GP has applications for financial
management, human resources management, manufacturing
planning, supply chain management, field service, business
intelligence, collaboration, compliance and IT management.
 There are also ala carte modules which can be purchased
separately, along with hundreds of third-party applications from
independent software vendors (ISVs), which can be added to the
system to fit additional needs.
INTRODUCTION TO DYNAMICS GP
https://www.softwareadvice.com/erp/microsoft-
dynamics-gp-profile/

5.  Financial management and accounting
 Manage your cash, assets, and banking.
 Inventory management and operations
 Track and manage your production, inventory, orders, returns,
and vendors.
 Sales and service
 Manage your contacts, sales opportunities, and service contracts.
 Human resources and payroll
 Hire, train, and pay your team with the help of complete employee
profiles and evaluation tools.
 Business intelligence and reporting
 Get real-time visibility and analytics to track performance and act
with insight.
MODULES
https://dynamics.microsoft.com/en-us/gp-overview/

6.  Dynamics GP 2018 R2 was released by Microsoft on October 1,
2018.
 Dynamics GP 2018 was released by Microsoft on December 1,
2017.
 Dynamics GP 2016 R2 was released by Microsoft on December 1,
2016.
 Dynamics GP 2016 was released by Microsoft on May 1, 2016.
 Dynamics GP 2015 R2 was released by Microsoft on May 29,
2015.
 Dynamics GP 2015 (Version 14) was released by Microsoft on
Dec. 1, 2014.
 Dynamics GP 2013 (Version 12) was released by Microsoft on
Dec. 19, 2012.
 Dynamics GP 2010 R2 was released in April 2011.
 Dynamics GP 2010 was released in April 2010.
 Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 was released in June 2007.
EVOLUTION OF DYNAMICS GP
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microsoft_Dynamics_
GP

7. PROS
 It uses a GAAP accounting system
to process a high volume of
transactions in an extremely
secure environment.
 Everything is integrated.
 You can also automate basic
tasks including document routing
and approval processes or other
workflows that used to take too
much time to complete.
CONS
 It is a complex software that
comes with a learning curve.
 Users suggest that the interface
isn’t as intuitive as it should be.
 The reporting capabilities are
huge – it can be hard to find
the exact report you need
because of all the choices
available.
CHOOSING DYNAMICS GP
https://www.iesgp.com/blog/microsoft-dynamics-
gp-pros-and-cons

8.  Bring greater control over your financials, inventory, and
operations with Dynamics GP, a business management
solution for small and medium-sized businesses that goes
beyond accounting software.
 Microsoft is moving to the Modern Lifecycle Policy, where GP
will be supported for one year, meaning a new release every
year, consistent with many of the other Microsoft products.
This annual support will offer continuous service and support,
including the latest tax updates, bug fixes, and new features.
MICROSOFT DYNAMICS GP 2019 RELEASE

9. DYNAMICS GP 2019 DASHBOARD
https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/gp/2013/11/26
/new-microsoft-dynamics-gp-dashboard-templates-
for-microsoft-office-365-available-now/

10.  Financial Enhancements
 Long Description for Payables Transaction
 Expand Display for Fiscal Period Setup
 Display User who posted for Journal Entry Inquiry
 Add Class ID to Fixed Assets Transfer
 Document Attach available in Bank Reconciliation
 Workflow Functionality
 Support SQL 2019
 Support Windows Server 2019
 Support Office 2019
FEATURES ADDED IN 2019 VERSION
https://www.resgroup.com/resource-group-blog/the-
next-release-of-microsoft-dynamics-gp-launches-
october-1-2019

11.  Top New Feature Requests
 Copy Report Option
 Filter Item Stock Inquiry by Date
 Exclude Inactive Items on Item Price List
 Minimize transaction when Go To is selected for PO that exists
 Save setting for Display new PO per user
 Inactive field added to Item Smart List
 Display Under ID in Item Master table
 Excel Paste in Web Client
 Make History Drop down default to most recent year
CONTD.
https://www.resgroup.com/resource-group-blog/the-
next-release-of-microsoft-dynamics-gp-launches-
october-1-2019

12.  Maison Consulting & Solutions
 Solutions Player.
 TMR Consultants.
 EVS – Evincible Solutions.
VENDORS IN PAKISTAN

13. DYNAMICS GP CLIENTS
https://www.solutionsplayer.com/microsoft-
dynamics/