Jivtesh is fast becoming my favorite Microsoft Dynamics GP MVP!

Here are two VERY real scenarios of being able to access Dynamics GP information very easily from your windows tablet device.

Dynamics GP Business Analyzer on a Windows Touch Tablet

Lync with Dynamics GP Business Analyzer on a Windows Touch Tablet

Thank you Jivtesh

Help us evangelize a great discussion topic for many ERP prospects.  Full article located here.

Also, please remember to use the official Microsoft Dynamics GP hashtag of #MSDYNGP on all your tweets.

No Tricks  . . . only treats coming from the GP team.  We wish everyone a happy and safe Halloween.

Personal Note:

This past weekend my wife and I spent the weekend with 4 couple friends on a "Staycation".  That's right, instead of traveling we spent the weekend in downtown Fargo!  We made a rule that we could not travel more than a mile from our hotel.  Each couple planned surprise activities including an "Amazing Race Fargo" expedition.  It was so much fun experiencing the city as a tourist and the trip home was so much nicer than the normal plane ride with multiple connections.  We all learned more about our home city and found some interesting, businesses, shopping and eating experiences that we hadn't known before.  I'd highly recommend a staycation if you are wanting to take some time off but don't want the hassle of the flights.

Cheers

Did you know that GPUG offers a new certification program exclusively for Accounts Payable professionals?

http://www.gpug.com/member-resources/academy/certifications/PCAP

For years, the demo image for Microsoft Dynamics GP had been offered as a 32-bit VPC image, which was used as a sales tool for many partners and also helped the ISV community with testing of their products.  But times change, and we have to now change to a 64-bit Hyper-V image.

We had to make this change.  The version of Windows Server that we had to use is 64-bit (Windows Server 2008 R2).  We also historically struggled with other products that required a 64-bit operating  system, such as Microsoft SharePoint.  In order to support a more complete experience across the ever-growing integrated environment, and in order to support a deeper product set, we had to make a break from a 32-bit images.    Finally, 64-bit virtualization is currently the only option available from Microsoft, utilizing Windows Server and Hyper-V.

When we talked to Partners, we heard two distinct stories.  The first group were strong supporters of Hyper-V images, having switched to them already.  The second group were nervous about the switch because they were unsure what it would mean to the hardware and software requirements to run it, and realized that it likely would mean upgraded hardware for their sales teams.

To run the image that we are planning to deliver in December, the computer it runs on will need 8GB of RAM, approx. 200GB of free hard disk space (or an external hard disk with appropriate space and a quick enough interface – preferably USB3), and at least a dual core processor.  These are really the minimum specifications – anything that you do to improve on this will only help you out.  If possible, it is strongly recommended that 16GB of RAM is installed and approx. 300GB of free hard disk space is available.

One concern you may have is setup of the laptop.  Not too many sales consultants desire running Windows 2008 R2 Server as their primary operating system on a laptop.  We realized this, and we will publish shortly a guide to help explain how you can take a Windows 7-based laptop and create a dual-boot-to-VHD (dual boot to a Windows 2008 R2 Server Hyper-V image) scenario.  While it won’t cover your hardware exactly, it will give you insight into the process. 

So, what does all this mean?

For those of you with a newer laptop, typically 2 yrs old or less, you might need to add some RAM, and maybe add an external drive.  Older laptops will almost indeed require additional RAM.  For those of you not yet on Windows 7, you’ll need to upgrade your primary operating system of your laptop to Windows 7.  Then work with the guide to get your laptop ready for the next Microsoft Dynamics GP image, a 64-bit Hyper-V image.  As a benefit, many are reporting better performance with the Hyper-V environment.

Jay Manley

Two offers that seek to drive ERP new business growth (Give Me 5 Offer) and drive the Existing Customer License opportunity by moving more customers to BRL (LMT Offer) were announced today. Timing for these two substantial offers is intentional to jointly drive market share in a way that rewards partners substantially while also seeking to increase partner profitability from their existing customers.  Additionally, Microsoft is also launching a substantial partner incentive to ensure we are rewarding partners for driving results.

You will want to Review the PartnerSource links for ‘GiveMe 5’ & ‘LMT’ offer.  Believe me . . . it will be worth your while.