For years, Microsoft Dynamics GP served your company well. But with Microsoft’s announcement of the End of Life of Dynamics GP, you have a business-critical decision to make: what ERP system will you implement to replace GP? With no new product enhancements, regulatory (tax) updates, service packs or technical support from Microsoft after September 2029, it’s time to start charting a course for the future.
Growing businesses need core software that is flexible, resilient, and innovative. Many NexTec customers have found success in switching from GP to Acumatica Cloud ERP. Recognized as a leader in the 2024 IDC MarketScape for Small Business ERP, rated highest in Nucleus Research’s 2024 SMB ERP Value Matrix Report, and named one of Forbes’ Best ERP Systems of 2024, Acumatica delivers industry-leading business management functionality for small and mid-sized organizations.
Below, we highlight the top five reasons why our customers chose to convert from Dynamics GP to Acumatica and how you can make your GP to Acumatica conversion smooth and pain-free.
Why Convert from Dynamics GP to Acumatica?
The number one thing we hear from Dynamics GP customers who have migrated to Acumatica is, “I wish I had done this sooner!” Here’s why:
1. Deployment
Implementing a new ERP is a significant undertaking, which may be part of the reason why so many organizations put off making the switch for too long, limping along with outdated software that no longer meets their needs. The good news is that ERP software has evolved to make implementing and getting your team up to speed on a new solution easier than ever.
Acumatica is a true cloud and mobile ERP solution that makes it easy for customers to choose the applications they want to implement and when. Flexible deployment, anywhere/anytime browser-based access, and budget-friendly licensing options make the implementation process much more streamlined. Acumatica’s intuitive screen navigation and module layout are very similar to GP while offering more robust and future-proof functionality. NexTec’s proven conversion methodology and tools help speed up and simplify the GP to Acumatica migration process.
2. Integration
Older software solutions have trouble integrating with modern tools for eCommerce or advanced warehouse management. One of the biggest roadblocks is relying on inflexible tools and techniques meant for previous-generation ERP deployments.
A cloud-based solution like Acumatica comes with built-in API automation that simplifies integration with third-party apps. Popular eCommerce tools like Shopify or sales tax software like Avalara are easy to integrate and can help extend your Acumatica software to meet the specific needs of your business today and into the future.
3. Cost
We get it, switching from Dynamics GP sounds costly and time-consuming. But what if we told you that customers who have already converted from Dynamics GP to Acumatica were able to enhance operational efficiency, improve growth margins, and increase sales volume?
By investing in a modern, cloud-based ERP system, you can:
- Reduce the cost of goods sold
- Reallocate IT resources
- Optimize marketing spend
To understand the business benefits of cloud ERP adoption, read the Forrester report: The Total Economic Impact™ of Acumatica.
4. Scalability
Planning for the future can be difficult without the proper tools in place to help you adapt to changing business and market dynamics. While it’s impossible to be certain about your business’ growth path, having a future-proof ERP solution in place will result in a fully connected business with the core capabilities you need to scale, grow, adapt, and compete – no matter what the future has in store.
With Acumatica, there is no restrictive per-user pricing, so you can affordably extend the solution to add more users as needed. In terms of functionality, growing businesses may start by implementing Acumatica’s financial management and CRM features and plug into new tools for distribution management or business intelligence (BI) further down the road. Cloud ERP solutions like Acumatica are designed specifically for small and medium sized businesses, allowing you to start small and expand your business processes at your own pace.
5. Accessibility
One of the biggest benefits of switching to a Cloud ERP is the ability to access your business information anywhere, at any time, from any device.
Acumatica offers 24/7 system access from any location on any device. Your system’s user interface is responsive, which means that it adapts to various screen sizes and orientations, making workflows consistent no matter how your team is interacting with the system. For employees out in the field, the Acumatica mobile app is incredibly user-friendly and helps make tasks like time or expense reporting simple and efficient.
No matter where they are working, every employee has access to the same real-time information and a single version of the truth.
Summing Up
Migrating from Dynamics GP to Acumatica doesn’t have to be painful. NexTec Group has one of the largest and most experienced teams of certified Acumatica and Microsoft Dynamics GP consultants in North America. Our deep dual-product expertise gives us a distinct advantage in helping our customers make the transition to the cloud. We have helped dozens of Dynamics customers successfully navigate their GP to Acumatica conversion and realize the benefits of a modern, cloud-native ERP solution.
Ready to Learn More?
To learn more about switching from GP to Acumatica, check out our Dynamics GP to Acumatica Conversion Guide or reach out to us. We’d love to chat!