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 […]
Unlock Business Impact Now: How Power Platform Accelerates Agile ROI for AX Users
Many organizations running Microsoft Dynamics AX know they need to modernize, but large-scale ERP upgrades require executive and equity owner buy-in—which often depends on demonstrating clear, measurable business impact first. The good news? You don’t have to wait for a full migration to D365 to start improving performance. By leveraging Microsoft Power Platform, companies […]
Why upgrade from Dynamics AX to Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations?
Dynamics AX is a popular enterprise resource planning (ERP) software that has been widely used by businesses for several years. However, Microsoft has now released a newer version of the software called Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations, which offers many improvements and advantages over Dynamics AX. Here are some reasons why it’s time to upgrade from Dynamics […]
What to Look for in an AX Support Partner
Support Plans Are Not Exciting—But Strategic Partnerships Are If you’ve ever purchased a TV or laptop from Best Buy or Amazon, you were probably asked if you wanted to buy the support plan. Most people roll their eyes (or think about rolling their eyes) and say no. At most, you considered it for about two […]
Why Upgrade from AX to D365?
For years, Dynamics AX has been a reliable ERP system, providing robust financial and operational capabilities for mid-sized and large enterprises. But as business landscapes evolve, so do the tools required to stay competitive. Microsoft’s Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O) represents the next generation of enterprise technology—designed to enhance agility, intelligence, and scalability. […]
End of Mainstream Support for Dynamics AX 2009 and AX 2012
Microsoft is ending the mainstream support for Dynamics AX 2009, AX 2012 FP and R2 on October 9th, 2018. Dynamics AX products are normally supported for 10 years from the release What are the end dates? Dynamics AX 2009 – 10/09/18 Dynamics AX 2012 – 10/09/18 Dynamics AX 2012 R2 – 10/09/18 Dynamics AX 2012 […]