Microsoft Dynamics GP UK Blog

Buy 1 Get Three–1 week left

ukdynamics — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 20:12:23 GMT

Dear Partner

This fantastic promo runs out on 23rd June.

Please get those orders in on time to avoid disappointment.

Thank you for your support

Steve Farr

GP 2010 R2 Training

ukdynamics — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 10:38:21 GMT

Dear All

For those of you not at the Developer Training in Fargo last month, and indeed, even if you were, we are offering a series of Web Casts for GP2010 R2 training. Please see the schedule here:

Event Title	Date	Time	PLC Registration URL
SRS Reporting in Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 R2 (DPL68PAL)	3/23/2011	11:00 AM PT	https://training.partner.microsoft.com/learning/app/management/registrationex/LMS_Registration.aspx?UserMode=0&Mode=0&ActivityID=734358
Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 R2 Overview (DPL69PAL)	3/23/2011	10:00 AM PT	https://training.partner.microsoft.com/learning/app/management/registrationex/LMS_Registration.aspx?UserMode=0&Mode=0&ActivityID=734361
Microsoft Dynamics GP Business Analyzer (DPL70PAL)	3/30/2011	10:30 AM PT	https://training.partner.microsoft.com/learning/app/management/registrationex/LMS_Registration.aspx?UserMode=0&Mode=0&ActivityID=734367
Personalization Tools in Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 R2	3/30/2011	2:00 PM PT	https://training.partner.microsoft.com/learning/app/management/registrationex/LMS_Registration.aspx?UserMode=0&Mode=0&ActivityID=734575

Steve Farr

Get Ready for GP 2010 R2

ukdynamics — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 14:16:12 GMT

Microsoft Dynamics GP partners should plan now to attend the Technical Conference in Fargo, ND, March 1–3, 2011 to learn more about the upcoming release. You can learn more about the event and register to attend at the following link: http://www.microsoft.com/dynamics/fargodeveloperconference

Many thanks

Steve Farr

3 4 1

ukdynamics — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:50:43 GMT

Dear Dynamics Partner

Taking full advantage of the offer to drive New Customers and Services Revenue into your business

Given this offer is only around through December 23, I recommend being as proactive as possible in order to maximize its potential impact on your business. This is a very generous offer and is for a limited time only. That said, we recommend doing the following:

1. Reconnect with stalled prospects. Proactively reach out to your list of prospects that have put off buying decisions. An offer this significant may be the compelling event that gets them over the edge.

2. Include the offer in your marketing activities. Be sure to integrate the offer into all of your communication media to help stir up excitement and make sure to leverage the campaigns elements we make available for you [Click here]

For full terms and conditions please [Click here].

Kind regards

Steve Farr

An Alternative to Fusion

ukdynamics — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 16:07:57 GMT

Follow the link

Microsoft Executive Suggests an Alternative to Oracle's Fusion Applications

Steve Farr

Important Licensing Changes – Light Access

ukdynamics — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:26:08 GMT

Effective from today , Microsoft is introducing three lighter access license rights helping extend the ERP solution further into an organisation. You’ll find all details of the announcement on PartnerSource here. If there is one thing you do in the next couple of days, it’s to access the link and download the materials.

There will also be a Partner Academy Live session planned for the 8th September at 4pm GMT. You can register for the Live meeting here – again, please do make the effort to attend, but if you can’t, the meeting will be recorded and made available after the event.

Steve Farr

GP2010 - New VPC Image Released

ukdynamics — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:24:11 GMT

Hello everyone,

It is with great excitement, we are announcing the availability of the first of two Microsoft Dynamics GP RTM VPC images. The VPC that is available starting today is called “CoreMR.”

Here are the details:

What Are the Key Programs Installed?

1. Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 (RTM) – FULL INSTALL

2. Management Reporter for Microsoft Dynamics ERP

3. Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2

4. Microsoft SQL Server 2008

5. Microsoft SQL Server Report Builder 2.0

6. Microsoft SQL Server 2008 SRS Reports for Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010

7. Microsoft Office 2010 – Professional Plus

8. Word Forms for Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010

9. Audit Trails and Electronic Signatures

10. Advanced Human Resources and Payroll

11. Extender, SmartList Builder, Excel Report Builder and Navigation List Builder

PartnerSource Download Page:

https://mbs.microsoft.com/Cms/Templates/document/General.aspx?NRMODE=Published&NRNODEGUID={7D4EB861-2321-43A4-943D-DAD61342978A}&NRORIGINALURL=/partnersource/deployment/methodology/vpc/MSDYGP2010_RTM_CoreMR_TechDemoToolkit&NRCACHEHINT=Guest&wa=wsignin1.0

Steve Farr

SQL Exams

ukdynamics — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 09:31:41 GMT

As you will be aware the ERP competencies require partners to hold certain SQL exams. Specifically as of October 2010 they need - Exam 70-432 MS SQL Server 2008 Implementation and Maintenance (Note: the May 2010 requirement allows SQL 2005, however as of October it needs to be SQL 2008)

Harness has worked with Firebrand to create an “option” which enables a partner, probably with old SQL 2005 skills, to “upgrade” their skills to SQL 2008 in a cost effective manner.

http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/exam.aspx?ID=70-432

Steve Farr

FY10 Microsoft Dynamics Inner Circle and Presidents Club members

ukdynamics — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 09:45:53 GMT

..are on PartnerSource here

https://mbs.microsoft.com/partnersource/partneressentials/recognition/msdy_fy10innercircle_presclubmembers.htm?p=5

Posted By Will McIntee

Multi-Language GP

ukdynamics — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 10:01:53 GMT

Looks like GP, only in Arabic. One of 22 translations of the product from Multilingual GP based out of Burlingtom Mass.

You can check them out at: http://www.multilingualgp.com

Steve

GP 2010 Launch T-13

ukdynamics — Wed, 05 May 2010 16:01:41 GMT

Dear all

GP2010 marks a huge advance for all GP users and partners across the UK. The levels of Office integration as well as functional improvements make this the biggest launch event ever.

You have 13 days to ensure your attendance. Errol will be there, Paul will be there, ISV’s will be showing you their wares and Mr McIntee and I will be showing you the coolest ERP system since…. well… OK ERP’s never really been “cool” – but it is now with GP2010.

… all you need to do is follow the link below.

URL: https://msevents.microsoft.com/CUI/InviteOnly.aspx?EventID=04-CF-25-B3-D5-05-E0-E2-82-F5-0F-04-D9-73-E9-C5&Culture=en-GB

Invite Code: DB51D1

Phone Number: 0870 166 6680 ref - 7767

Positive Coverage from Convergence

ukdynamics — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 08:51:33 GMT

http://www.eweek.com/c/a/Windows/Microsoft-Announces-Business-Platform-Integration-Updates-396107/

Steve Farr

Registration for GP 2010 Launch – May 18th

ukdynamics — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:12:12 GMT

Dear all

A few have been asking again for the site details of where to register. You will need the invite code (this ensures that partners and customers only attend, though you can forward this to prospects). If you have mislaid the code please contact me.

URL: https://msevents.microsoft.com/CUI/InviteOnly.aspx?EventID=04-CF-25-B3-D5-05-E0-E2-82-F5-0F-04-D9-73-E9-C5&Culture=en-GB

Steve Farr

GP 2010 – YMCA TAP news

ukdynamics — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 09:49:02 GMT

Dear all

As we approach the UK launch of GP 2010, an excellent write up from YMCA about their TAP experiences: http://www.microsoft.com/casestudies/Case_Study_Detail.aspx?casestudyid=4000006953

“Prior to using Microsoft Dynamics GP, it used to take up to six weeks to produce month-end financial summaries for our five organizations. With Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010, it takes just three days, a 90 percent efficiency improvement”.
	Paul Smith, Business Systems Integration Specialist, Central YMCA

Central YMCA completed an efficient upgrade to Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 and has experienced substantial savings and efficiencies with the solution. “Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 is on track to deliver exceptional value to the organization,” says Smith. “The more we work with the solution, the greater the potential we see for efficiency improvements on a grand scale.”

Steve Farr

SAVE THE DATE – 18th MAY – GP2010 LAUNCH

ukdynamics — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:24:42 GMT

Dear All

This is the planned date for the UK Launch of GP 2010. We are delighted that the Head of Product Management Errol Schoenfish will be giving the keynote presentation at this very important release for all GP Partners and Customers.

Highlights

GP 2010 is being launched under the 3 pillars of:

o Enhance Insight

o Make It Easier

o Extend Connections

What this means for GP Customers is greater Web connectivity enabling Cloud Computing, simple to configure and use Business Intelligence and unprecedented integration with The Stack.

Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 has truly amazing integration with the coming Microsoft Office 2010 including Power Pivot , Unified Communications and Sharepoint 2010.

Calls to Action

1. Save the date

2. Watch for Registration Details to Follow

3. Watch for more communications so that you can help drive attendance.

Many thanks

Steve Farr

NOW AVAILABLE:Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 BETA "CorePlus" Version #2 - 32 Bit HyperV Technical Demonstration Toolkit/Virtual Machines

ukdynamics — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:58:18 GMT

Hello Everyone!

The Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 BETA “CorePlus” Version #2 – 32 Bit Technical Demonstration Toolkit running on Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 HyperV has been released.

This Technical Demonstration Toolkit will include the following technologies/applications (This Technical Demonstration Toolkit is designed for Advanced Management type demonstrations):

Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 – BETA

Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Enterprise

Microsoft SQL Server 2008

Microsoft Office 2007

Microsoft Management Reporter 2.0 – BETA

Microsoft Business Portal 5.0 for Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010

Insight/Dashboards

Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services Reports

Microsoft Office Excel Reports

Microsoft Dynamics Workflow

Analysis Cubes

Microsoft Office Word Forms Integration

Microsoft SharePoint Foundation 2010 (the new Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services.) This version will NOT contain Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010.)

Technical Requirements:

1. 64-Bit Chipset (BIOS support for virtualization)

2. Processor: Dual Core (Current Class Hardware)

3. eSATA Port

4. Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V

5. 8 GB of RAM

6. 300 GB HD Minimum - 7200 RPM Drive (Optional second drive in the laptop for shared spindles)

7. Optional: external eSATA 7,200/10,000 RPM Drive or Solid State Drive (SSD)

*This Technical Demonstration Toolkit includes all of the features and functionality of the “Core” (Designed for Business Essentials Type Demonstrations) Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 BETA Version #2 Microsoft Virtual PC 2007 SP1 Technical Demonstration Toolkit (also released the week of February 22, 2010.)

We will be releasing a Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 BETA “Core” – Version #3 - 32 Bit Microsoft Virtual PC 2007 SP1 and a “CorePlus” Version #3 – 32 Bit Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 HyperV release in April, 2010. This release will include additional refinements over and above the Version #2 “Core” and “CorePlus” releases.

We will then focus on creating a Version #4 of the Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 “Core” – 32 Bit Microsoft Virtual PC 2007 SP1 Technical Demonstration Toolkit and a “CorePlus” – 32 Bit Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 HyperV Technical Demonstration Toolkit all on RTM (Release to Manufacturing) code. We are estimating that Version #4 will likely be available in June 2010.

*IMPORTANT: There are NO Demonstration Scripts or “How To Use” documentation for this demonstration toolkit. We WILL be providing demonstration scripts and “How To Use” documentation for the Release to Manufacturing (RTM) releases of the Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 Technical Demonstration Toolkits

PartnerSource Landing Page:

https://mbs.microsoft.com/partnersource/sales/salestools/demos/MSDYGP2010_CorePlusHyperV_V2

*The files that you download will be Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 HyperV Export Files. You will need to follow the standard Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 HyperV Import Process in order to utilize these new virtual machines.

Best regards

Steve Farr

WPC Awards

ukdynamics — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:49:35 GMT

To qualify for a Microsoft Dynamics Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC) award, partners must post their solution in Partner Solution Profiler, have an active MBS competency, and submit the solution nomination between February 22 and April 2, 2010. Start preparing your submission now by reviewing and preparing responses to questions asked in the nomination process.

Steve Farr

List of SaaS offerings

ukdynamics — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:42:20 GMT

Useful list of SaaS accounting offerings from Dennis Howlett

it is a bit of a Heinz 57

Sharing Success - Highlighting Microsoft Dynamics ERP Partner Press Releases

ukdynamics — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:21:00 GMT

Great News - we can now link from microsoft.com web site directly to YOUR press releases.

This program is designed to help highlight and promote key customer wins by our Microsoft Dynamics ERP partners, as well as other partner press release “news”. You can benefit from having Microsoft post a link to your press release in the News and highlights section on www.microsoft.com/dynamics and blog about your press release on The Edge.

For more information on the Sharing Success program, please visit PartnerSource

Steve Farr

We're Gearing Up for GP2010

ukdynamics — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:48:00 GMT

Dear Partner

The Launch Portal is up and running and can be found here on Partnersource:

https://mbs.microsoft.com/partnersource/solutions/GP/GP2010?r=12&l=1

We will continue to load more readiness, sales and marketing information here as it becomes available so check back regularly.

Steve Farr

NOW AVAILABLE: Feature Pack 1 and SDK for the Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0 Adapter for Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0

ukdynamics — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:57:26 GMT

Great news, the GP\CRM adapter is now supported for locales outside of the USA. Check out the new functionality:

· New CRM Adapter Configuration Window showing all customizable CRM entities and allow user selection

· Updated Log User Interface and Functionality

1. Ability to group by any column header

2. More detailed information

3. Easier to read and find what you’re looking for

· System Preparation Functionality and Synchronization Documentation

· Maps - Updated Status section User Interface and Functionality

1. Easier editing of integration frequency and cutoff date

2. Last run status displays number of records written & number failed to write

3. Added a link to view log

4. Progress Bar displays when the map integration is running

Not only this – you can also integrate customised entities and objects outside of Sales Order Processing – nice.

Download the adapter here: https://mbs.microsoft.com/partnersource/deployment/resources/productreleases/MDGP10_CRMAdapter.htm

Will

Now available the Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0 Adapter for Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 Feature Pack 1 and Software Development Kit (SDK!)

ukdynamics — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:12:06 GMT

It is with great excitement, that we announce the availability of the Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0 Adapter for Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 Feature Pack 1 and Software Development Kit (SDK!)

Feature Pack 1 supports International English for organizations interested in integrating Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0 and Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 in locales outside of the United States. The Feature Pack also provides support for custom objects and tables allowing organizations to expand their Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0 and Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 integration beyond sales order processing. Enhancements to mapping management tools and to the already strong logging capabilities make it even easier to configure and manage the adapter.

In addition to built-in sales order processing integration and to point-and-click customizations, we are introducing the availability of an adapter software development kit. This SDK contains documentation, templates, and sample code to help third party developers and partners who want to extend the functionality of the Microsoft Dynamics Adapter.

Posted by Tom Brookes

Licensing and Pricing Changes Live Meeting Recording

ukdynamics — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 08:11:03 GMT

For those partners who could not make the call with the US Product Team earlier in the week, the session has been recorded and is at the link here:

Pricing and Licensing Recording

It is exceptionally important that everyone within our UK Dynamics GP partner organisations understand the changes due in May.

Many thanks

Will McIntee

Price Changes fro GP11

ukdynamics — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:51:00 GMT

http://blogs.msdn.com/gp/archive/2010/01/13/important-pricing-and-licensing-changes-for-microsoft-dynamics-gp.aspx

Dear all

There are important pricing and licensing changes coming up to coincide with the launch of GP 11. Please refer to Pam's blog post above regarding getting up to speed with these and how you can get your questions answered.

Best regards

Steve Farr

Now available - Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 SP4 Business Essentials Technical Demonstration Toolkit/VHD

ukdynamics — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 09:45:14 GMT

https://mbs.microsoft.com/partnersource/newsevents/news/SP4BEToolkit

Are you looking for a Business Essentials version of the Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 Technical Demonstration Toolkit? We are excited to announce the release of the Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 SP4 and FRx 6.7 SP10 Business Essentials Technical Demonstration Toolkit! This Technical Demonstration Toolkit/VPC contains: Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2, Microsoft SQL Server 2008 SP1, Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 SP4, Extender, Microsoft FRx 6.7 SP10 and Microsoft Office 2007 SP1.

There is one extender demonstration script for each company (scripts are the same - just different companies) released for this technical demonstration toolkit. All of the other Microsoft Dynamics® GP 10.0 demonstration scripts have not been tested.

Key Features Installed:

· New Sample Data Company - Contoso Entertainment Systems. Contoso Entertainment Systems is an electronics company. We are in the process of creating new sample data in addition to Fabrikam, Inc. This company only has core GL, AR, AP, IV SOP and POP data. In the coming months, we will continue to build out this new dataset. Check it out!

· SSRS (SQL Server Reporting Services) - We have deployed the Microsoft Dynamics GP Standard SSRS Reports for both Contoso Entertainment Systems and Fabrikam, Inc.

Extender

i. Windows and Detail Windows

a. We will look at building additional windows linked to existing GP windows. We will also take a look at “context sensitive” windows render only when certain data is entered into the main GP screen. We will go on to look at some workflow examples where data can be entered into the same Extender window by two different users and from different places in GP.

i. The specific windows and functions covered are listed here:

1. Going Green: Windows attached to employees and payables to track corporate carbon emissions

2. Context Sensitive Sign/Install: Using these items in SOP will pop the related window in Extender

3. Promotion Codes: add promotion codes to every sales order in GP

4. Subcontractors: Tack the subcontractors you are going to use for delivering a sale

5. GL Description to Short: See how to use Extender

6. Shipping detail Tracking: Use this window in SOP, order fulfillment and historical enquiries.
*Please reference the Demonstration Scripts associated with the Extender on the Technical Demonstration Toolkit Download page for additional instructions and information.

ii. Mini-Applications

a. This section will look at ways to link multiple screens together and create custom menus which form mini applications. With the right preparation up front these functions will win you many more GP sales than you ever dreamed possible.

i. Application

1. Contacts

2. Software Management

3. Rentals

4. Professor and Class Management
*Please reference the Demonstration Scripts associated with the Extender on the Technical Demonstration Toolkit Download page for additional instructions and information.

SmartList Builder
Excel Report Builder –We have created some Excel Reports Based off of Extender Objects. We have also created some of the Standard Excel Report Builder Reports.)
Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 Excel Reports have been deployed for both Fabrikam, Inc. and Contoso Entertainment Systems.
Audit Trails – We have created an audit trail for the GL00100 Table. Whenever a user creates a new GL account….etc. there will be an audit trail resulting from this module.
Rapid Configuration Tools
Microsoft SQL Server 2008/Microsoft Excel 2007 SQL Data Mining Add-in.

Posted by Tom Brookes