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Visual Studio Tools for Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.0
Last Modified 20/05/2006
Posted 19/05/2006
Visual Studio Tools for Microsoft Dynamics GP (VSTDGP) is a component of the Developer Toolkit for Microsoft Dynamics GP. This product is used by application developers to create .NET-based applications that integrate with Microsoft Dynamics GP. These capabilities include customized WinForms, access to dictionary resources, and access to events from the Microsoft Dynamics GP client.
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Overview
Visual Studio Tools for Microsoft Dynamics GP is a component of the Developer Toolkit for Microsoft Dynamics GP. This product is used by application developers to create .NET-based applications that integrate with Microsoft Dynamics GP. These capabilities include customized WinForms, access to dictionary resources, and access to events from the Microsoft Dynamics GP client. Visual Studio Tools for Microsoft Dynamics GP consists of two sets of components; a Runtime Installation that provides the components need to run an integration, and a SDK Installation that provides the components needed to create and build the integrations.
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System Requirements
1 - You must be using Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.0 with Service Pack 1, or a later release. Since you will be working with Microsoft Dynamics GP, knowledge of the accounting system will be helpful. Consult the Microsoft Dynamics GP documentation resources to learn more about the product.
2 - You will also want to install the SDK for Microsoft Dynamics GP. The SDK is available on the Microsoft Dynamics GP Installation CD 2. It contains useful information about Microsoft Dynamics GP, such as lists of commonly-used procedures and functions.
3 - To use Visual Studio Tools for Microsoft Dynamics GP, Visual Studio 2005 is required. Earlier versions of Visual Studio cannot be used. It is assumed that you are familiar with programming in a managed language such as C#. This guide uses both C# and Visual Basic to demonstrate how to create integrations.
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Installation Instructions
The Visual Studio Tools for Microsoft Dynamics GP Runtime version should be installed prior to the Visual Studio Tools for Microsoft Dynamics GP SDK version. For Runtime installation instructions, refer to the VSTDGPInstallGuide manual. For a full set of install instructions including both the Runtime and SDK versions, please refer to the VSTDGPProgrammersGuide manual. Links for both manuals are included above in the Downloads and the manuals will also be installed automatically by the installation files. For additional information, please review the contents of the VSTDGPReadme.
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Support Information
For technical support questions, log on to Microsoft Business Solutions Support and choose New Support Request under Assisted Support. Please choose <Developer Toolkit - Visual Studio Tools> as the subcategory selection.
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Readme File
VSTDGPReadme_90.pdf
File Size: 4 KB
Published: 05/19/2006
Runtime Installation Guide
VSTDGPInstallGuide_90.pdf
File Size: 265 KB
Published: 05/19/2006
Programmers Guide
VSTDGPProgrammersGuide_90.pdf
File Size: 1.03 MB
Published: 05/19/2006
Runtime Install
VSToolsInstallRuntime.msi
File Size: 19.5 MB
Published: 05/19/2006
Version: 9.20
SDK Install
VSToolsInstallSDK.msi
File Size: 8.55 MB
Published: 05/19/2006
Version: 9.20
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Service Pack 1 is required for the Visual Studio Tools (Part of the Developers Toolkit)
Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.0 Service Packs
Last Modified 23/05/2006
Posted 22/05/2006
This page contains the service packs for Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.0.
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Overview
Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.0 service packs will be releasing every six months to address specific quality reports. This document will be updated as the latest service pack is released and will also include the earlier service pack releases.
These service packs are for English speaking installations of Release 9.0. Translated service packs release approximately 30-60 days following the English speaking releases.
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Instructions
An installation manual is included with each service pack that has detailed installation instructions and the fix list for the service pack.
It is recommended to have a working backup of the the following items before applying any service packs:
1. DYNAMICS database
2. All company databases
3. Reports.dic
4. Forms.dic
NOTE: The Reports.dic and the Forms.dic may be located on the server or each workstation. If located at each workstation, make sure to backup the dictionaries at all workstations.
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Multi-part Downloads
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Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.0 Service Pack 1 |
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Additional Information
1. Click HERE to review an FAQ regarding the new download process for Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.0 service packs.
2. If you are currently running a previous release of Microsoft Business Solutions-Great Plains and plan to update to Release 9.0, Service Pack 1 is required for the update and MUST be installed prior to launching Release 9.0 Utilities. Refer to page 8 in the Service Pack 1 Installation Guide for additional service pack installation steps if updating from a previous release. Click HERE to review the latest information regarding the update to Release 9.0 from a previous Release.
3. Click HERE to review a Hot Topic regarding Windows Installer .MSP files.
4. The following are the previous .MSP files released for Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.0 that are included in the Service Pack 1 .MSP file.
| U.S Payroll and Canadian Payroll Year End Update |
912438 |
| Pay Steps for Human Resources Product Release |
910744 |
| Hotfix for Project Accounting and Safe Pay |
916951 |
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Support Information
For technical support questions, log on to Microsoft Business Solutions Support and enter a new support request. Please choose INSTALL-MSDE or INSTALL-SQL as the subcategory selection.
You can also contact Microsoft Business Solutions Technical Support by phone at 888-477-7877 using the following options for your quick access code.
| Install - MSDE |
6762 |
| Install - Microsoft SQL |
6731 |
Please e-mail VOICE@microsoft.com if you have issues downloading the service packs.
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Source Code for Microsoft Dynamics GP available as of May 15, 2006.
With the Microsoft Dynamics™ GP 9.0 and Microsoft Small Business Financials 9.0 releases, Microsoft is introducing a new source code program for Certified Partners and ISVs effective May 15, 2006. The Source Code Program will provide Source Code access to source code for the core modules, Field Service, Financials, US Payroll, CAN Payroll, Human Resources, Fixed Assets, Smartlist, DynUtils, Revenue Expense Deferrals, Manufacturing, GP SQL Stored Procedures and Project Accounting (excluding Professional Services Automation applications), as well as tax updates and service packs (collectively the “Source Code”). This Source Code Program is not available for customers and it supersedes and replaces the source code program previously made available by Microsoft for the Great Plains products known as Great Plains Source Developer Program (“Developer Source Program”).
Source Code Supporting Documents available in PartnerSource Partner Program
- Source Code Program
- Source Code Application
- Source Code License Agreement
- Source Code Program FAQ
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Field Service Anywhere
Last Modified 13/05/2006
Posted 15/05/2006
Field Service Anywhere for Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.0 is now available!
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Overview
Field Service Anywhere is a mobile extension of the Microsoft Dynamics GP Field Service Series designed to run on select Pocket PC devices. Field Service Anywhere has a user-friendly interface technicians can use to log, receive and follow service calls and the parts, labor and expenses associated with the service call.
Field Service Anywhere for Microsoft Dynamics GP is a new module that will be available to Professional customers in regions utilizing US English and Int’l English.
Field Service Anywhere for Microsoft Dynamics GP is priced at $500 USD per named user.
* Prices listed above are for Customers in the United States only. Outside the United States prices may vary.
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Installation Notes
The following steps should be completed before you begin the installation of Field Service Anywhere.
1. Download the Field Service Anywhere Installation files, Installation Guide and User Guide below.
2. Obtain a valid registration key by contacting Microsoft Business Solutions Sales Operations.
3. Create a backup copy of your databases.
4. Verify all the Prerequisites are installed on the Server and Mobile Device before proceeding. The Prerequisites can be viewed by referring to the Field Service Anywhere Installation Guide.
5. Read through the Field Service Anywhere Installation Instructions prior to starting the install.
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Developer Toolkit for Microsoft Dynamics GP
Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.0 includes the Developer Toolkit for Microsoft Dynamics GP, a new integration package. This toolkit consists of three components that developers can use to build Microsoft .NET-based solutions, customizations, and extensions.
Overview
The following information is for the Microsoft Dynamics GP Developer toolkit.
Installation Notes
1) Micoroft Dynamics GP Web Services
Installation Documentation
1. Install Requirements\Prerequisites:
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Microsoft Windows Server 2003 (Standard or Enterprise edition) or Microsoft Windows 2003 R2 or Small Business Server 2003 |
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Internet Information Services (IIS) 6.0 |
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Microsoft .NET 2.0 Framework and ASP.Net |
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Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.0 SP1 |
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Microsoft Management Console 3.0 for Windows 2003 is required to use the Security Console and Exception Management console. |
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(For further details on install requirements, and prerequisites, please see the WSInstallAdminGuide.pdf document.)
2. The download is seperated into several install packages that can be downloaded individually. The full install package contains all of the install packages in one convenient download.
3. If you would like the full install, which includes the Web Services and its Management Tools, be sure to have all of the install packages in the same folder before running the installation.
4. Double-click on the DynamicsGPWebServices.msi to begin the installation.
Microsoft Dynamics GP Web Services Programmer's Reference
2) Visual Studio Tools for Dynamics GP
(Please return soon for the latest install information)
3) eConnect
The following linking will guide you to the latest eConnect installation instructions and files
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Microsoft Dynamics CRM Connector for Dynamics GP: Better together |
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Announcing Microsoft Dynamics CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP
Last Modified 01/04/2006
Posted 27/03/2006
Companies use Dynamics GP to track inventory, receipt of payments and Financial beside other business functionalities and Dynamics CRM v3.0 to enable sales, marketing and customer service teams to build lasting customer relationships with an affordable, easy-to-use CRM solution from Microsoft.
Overview
Disconnected processes and technologies lead to inefficiencies and errors in any business. As customers use Microsoft Dynamics GP and Microsoft CRM to manage their business, there is a need to streamline business processes to increase productivity and improve the bottom-line. The Microsoft CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP connects critical business processes such as sales orders, inventory status checks, and customer credit limit verifications in real-time, to speed up accurate fulfillment of orders. With this integration, businesses benefit from increased revenues and productivity, ultimately improving their profitability.
The GP Connector supports the integration of Microsoft CRM 3.0 with Microsoft Business Solutions Great Plains 8.0 or Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.0.
Key Features and Benefits
Integrated sales order processing (SOP) increases efficiency, reduces errors, and empowers sales users
- Create orders automatically in Microsoft Dynamics GP once an order is created in Microsoft CRM
- Check order status and tax information in Microsoft CRM on order submission
- Track order status and invoice Status in Microsoft CRM
- Calculate sales commissions accurately
- Create invoices automatically in Microsoft CRM when a sales order is invoiced in Microsoft Dynamics GP
Flexible customer integration provides complete view of customers, minimizes credit risk and increases cross-sell and up-sell opportunities
- Ability to control customer creation in Microsoft Dynamics GP
- Ability to view customer credit information before creating an order in Microsoft CRM
Single view of Product and Price information reduces errors and increases customer satisfaction
- Standardization on the Microsoft Dynamics GP Product information and pricing Engine between Microsoft Dynamics GP and Microsoft CRM
- Ability to view Microsoft Dynamics GP inventory site details in Microsoft CRM
Deployment flexibility (one/two/three servers) lowers total cost of ownership (TCO)
Simplified administration and monitoring reduces operational costs. Microsoft CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP includes a tool to:
- Monitor integrations
- Diagnose failures
- Resubmit single or multiple failed messages
Initial Data Migration and Synchronization to reduce deployment time. Microsoft CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP includes a tool to:
- Migrate data to/from Microsoft Dynamics GP to Microsoft CRM
- Correlate and link similar data in Microsoft Dynamics GP and Microsoft CRM to keep them synchronized
Easy and powerful customization. Microsoft CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP includes a tool to:
- Modify out-of-the-box integration points
- Add new entities
- Modify existing maps between entities
- Override integration logic with custom logic
The Microsoft CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP requires BizTalk Server 2004 as a pre-requisite. Microsoft is excited to provide you a limited use version of BizTalk Server 2004 as a part of the Microsoft CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP download at no additional charge as a special promotion through June 30th, 2006. This limited use license allows for the usage of BizTalk Server with Microsoft CRM and Microsoft Dynamics GP only. Pricing for this pre-requisite after June 30th will be announced before this promotion expires. If you already own a full use BizTalk Server license, that, of course, may be used for this integration, as well.
System Requirements
Microsoft CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP supports various deployment configurations. The supported operating systems for the different deployment configurations are:
Single Server Deployment: Microsoft CRM 3.0, Microsoft Dynamics GP, Microsoft CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP on a single server.
Supported Operating Systems (for Microsoft CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP):
1. Small Business Server 2003 SP1
2. Windows Server 2003 SP1
Two Server Deployment: Microsoft CRM 3.0 on one server, Microsoft Dynamics GP and Microsoft CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP on another server
Supported Operating Systems (for Microsoft CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP):
1. Windows Server 2003 SP1
2. Windows Server 2000 SP4
Three Server Deployment: Microsoft CRM 3.0, Microsoft Dynamics GP and Microsoft CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP all on separate servers:
Supported Operating Systems (for Microsoft CRM Connector for Microsoft Dynamics GP):
Windows Server 2003 SP1
Windows Server 2000 SP4
Note, for the above operating systems, the following editions are supported:
1. For Windows Server 2003 SP1 Enterprise and Standard Edition are supported
2. For Windows Server 2000 SP4 Advanced and Standard Edition are supported
3. For Small Business Server 2003 SP1 Premium Edition is supported
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It is 5 years to the day that Great Plains was acquired by Microsoft, April 5th 2001.
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Look out for the new Dynamics adverts in the following media.
– Financial Mail
– Daily Telegraph
– Times
– Guardian
– Independent
- Business and General Magazines
– Director
– Financial Director
– Management Today
– BA Business Life
– Business Voice
– Computer Business Review
– Managing Information Strategies
– Information Age
– Retail Week
– The Manufacturer
– Manufacturing Computer Solutions
The Dynamics campaign supports a wider Microsoft “People Ready” Campaign which will be in market from the week beginning April 24th. The People Ready campaign is targeted at Business Decision Makers and emphasises our proposition that people enable business success. People need great business systems.
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The SQL Server 2000 and SQL Server 2005 Report Pack for Microsoft Business Solutions Great Plains 8.0 and Microsoft Dynamics GP 9.0 is a set of 8 Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services reports that work with the sample database, Fabrikam.
With the Report Pack, you have the choice of using the sample reports either as-is or as templates for designing new reports using the SQL Server Reporting Services Report Designer.
This Report Pack includes the following reports:
- Commissions Report
Shows sales commissions by territory, salesperson, and year. Expand a territory to view sales commissions by a salesperson, or expand a year to view quarterly commissions by territory.
- Customer Profitability Report
Shows sales, total profit, and gross margin percentage per customer for the selected year. Expand customer ID to view the sales, total profit, and gross margin percentage by document number.
- Inventory Value by Site Report
Shows a bar graph of the value of inventory by site and the total inventory value for the company. Click an inventory site bar to display the Inventory Value by Site. Use the Item Number Report to view items and their total value for that site.
- Item Quantity Back Order Report
Shows the quantity of items that are back ordered, quantities that are allocated to purchase orders, and item quantities available for all sites. Expand each item number to view item quantities for all sites.
- Open Purchase Orders Report
Shows purchase orders that have not been closed or canceled per vendor or for all vendors. The report also displays in a list view the number, status, and date of each purchase order, along with the vendor assigned to the purchase order. Expand each purchase order to display the line items and the status of each line item.
- Open Sales Orders Report
Shows a list of unposted sales orders for a range of customers. The report displays in a list view the sales order number, the date of each sales order, customer information, the requested ship date, and the amount remaining on the order, as well as the salesperson assigned to the order. Expand each purchase order to display the line items and specific information about each line item.
- Work Center by Weeks - Employee Capacity Report
Shows the available work centers and the employee capacity of each work center by weeks.
- Work Center by Weeks - Machine Capacity Report
Shows the available work centers and the machine capacity of each work center by weeks.
Note: This software is licensed “as-is.” It is not supported, and you bear the risk of using it. Microsoft gives no express warranties, guarantees or conditions.
They can be downloaded and used free of charge from Partnersource https://mbs.microsoft.com/partnersource/products/greatplains/downloads/releases/srs_download.htm?printpage=false
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Audit Trails is a module that enables tracking of changes to any data within Microsoft Business Solutions-Great Plains 8.0 or Microsoft Dynamics GP, along with the ability to recreate the transaction history.
Electronic Signatures is a module that enables preventative controls to be activated on any place in the system where data is changed. Electronic Signatures presents the user with a window that can require one or more authorized passwords before the data change can be completed.
Audit Trails and Electronic Signatures is available for US English installations only.
You can downlod these from Partnersource https://mbs.microsoft.com/partnersource/downloads/releases/audit_trails_electronic_signatures.htm?printpage=false
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The essential partner learning experience for Microsoft Dynamics™ GP, designed specially for Pre-Sales Consultants, Implementers, and Developers
The Technical Airlift ’06 opportunity delivers:
- Release 9.0, Microsoft® Office, and Microsoft® SQL Server™ sessions
- Microsoft Dynamics GP product roadmap to guide your technical investments over the next 3-5 years
- Interaction with the Microsoft Dynamics GP leadership, development, and support teams, and other Microsoft Dynamics GP partners
- Keynotes by Doug Burgum, Senior Vice President, Microsoft Corporation, and leader of the Microsoft Business Solutions business group; Satya Nadella, Microsoft Corporate Vice President, responsible for leading the Microsoft Business Solutions Product Group; and Dave Coulombe, General Manager, ERP Development Center in Fargo
- 3 concurrent tracks covering Pre-Sales, Consulting and Developer activities for V9.0 Extensions and beyond.
To find out more details on this must attend event and to register please go to http://www.techairlift.com/microsoftdynamics/default.asp
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I will be posting news anout Microsoft Dynamics GP in this blog
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