Planning Your Dynamics GP Upgrade: What to Expect and How to Prepare
For many organizations across the United States, Microsoft Dynamics GP has long been a reliable backbone for financial management and operations. But as technology evolves and Microsoft continues to release new versions, upgrading your Dynamics GP system becomes not just a technical necessity—but a strategic business decision At Ascent Innovations LLC, we work closely with CFOs, Controllers, […]
Everything You Need to Know About a Dynamics GP Upgrade
Upgrading Microsoft Dynamics GP isn’t just about installing a new version—it’s a detailed, multi-step process that ensures your ERP system remains secure, efficient, and compatible with your business needs. At Ascent Innovations LLC, we understand that clients often ask, “Why does a GP upgrade take days?” or “What exactly happens during the upgrade?” This article breaks down the key components of a Dynamics GP upgrade to […]
Upgrading to Microsoft Dynamics GP: Why It Matters
Microsoft Dynamics GP (formerly Great Plains) continues to be a trusted ERP solution, with over 15,000 active users. Over the years, Microsoft has released several versions, including GP 2015, GP 2016, GP 2018, GP 18.2, GP 18.3, and GP 18.4 (also known as GP 2022). The latest release is GP 18.5, referred to as GP […]
Migrating from Dynamics GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central: Your Gateway to a Smarter ERP Future
Is your business still running on Microsoft Dynamics GP? If yes, it might be time to ask yourself a bigger question: Is your ERP system preparing you for tomorrow—or holding you back today? In an era where businesses are scaling faster, operating remotely, and relying on real-time data, sticking with a legacy ERP like Dynamics […]
Migrating from Dynamics GP to Business Central: Is Your Business Ready for the Leap?
Still running on Microsoft Dynamics GP You’re not alone—but you might be holding your business back. As technology evolves, staying competitive means more than just “keeping up.” It means transforming—and migrating to Dynamics 365 Business Central is your first step in that direction. This isn’t just an upgrade. It’s a shift from maintenance mode to momentum mode. […]
Beyond Go-Live: Empowering Teams to Unlock D365’s Full Value
You’ve invested in Microsoft Dynamics 365. You’ve gone live. Your teams use it daily. But here’s the real question—are they using it to its full potential? Imagine moving into a beautiful, modern home. It has everything: space, structure, smart technology, great lighting. But from day one, you only know how to use the front door. […]
7 Steps to Unlocking Millions in Gross Profit
The 2025 Action Plan: Eliminate Recurring Problems Companies lose gross margin when inefficiencies in planning, execution, and cross-functional workflows create blind spots that result in problems that no one understands how they start or how to eliminate them. Companies that identify and resolve the root causes of recurring operational challenges see significant gross margin improvement. […]
Winning with AI: Build the BI Race Car Before You Turbocharge It with AI
AI doesn’t replace human creativity and insight—it enhances them by tracking more variables than any human possibly can, identifying trends and risks in real time. But just like a race car, without the right structure and skilled drivers, adding more speed doesn’t make you faster—it makes you crash harder. Your Best Drivers Will Train AI […]
Consignment Inventory or Vendor-owned Inventory
Consignment inventory is an element of supply chain management in which the vendor inventory is held at the customer warehouse. The customer doesn’t pay for the goods until the goods are consumed, and in most cases, pays only the amount consumed. When receiving the inventory, the physical receipts and on-hand inventory transactions are posted in […]
Planning Optimization in D365: The Nerve Center of Your Supply Chain
As a Chicago native, conversations about the delays at O’Hare airport have long-dominated small-talk topics along with our constant weather changes; construction on the Kennedy; the ’85 Bears; and out-of-state drivers. It’s for a good reason. To paraphrase Klemens von Metternich, “When O’Hare sneezes, the country catches a cold.” O’Hare is a vital airline hub […]