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In June we release our rapid migration/implementation tools and based on feedback from the partners we have just released an update
This new release will allow partners to easily make changes to the Chart of Accounts from Intuit QuickBooks prior migrating to Microsoft Dynamics GP.
Because many QuickBooks customers do not use the Account Number feature, or lack any structure to the Account Number field, significant changes to the Chart of Accounts format and numbers are typically required when performing a migration from QuickBooks to Microsoft Dynamics GP. The updated Rapid Migration Tool will enable partners to quickly and easily make those changes during the migration process, allowing you to take advantage of Microsoft Dynamics GP's flexible and powerful structured Chart of Account functionality.
Download the updated Rapid Migration Tool today, located here.
Posted by Tom Brookes
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As many of you already know the Analytics and Scorecarding functionality of Performance Point is being rolled into SharePoint. Have a read of the read of the full announcement here...
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The opportunity for partners is fantastic here, especially with our Dynamics Client for Office Licensing. You can now have enterprise level BI for a cost that is now where near enterprise level!
Posted by Tom Brookes
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As the UK partners know, we communicate with them via the Dynamics RSS feeds. Well we have created a new RSS Feed for Partners.
This will run concurrently with the existing Dynamics feed until they move over - so that we have a smooth transition.
You will need to re-profile yourself to make sure you only select what is applicable to their role, business and interest to maintain relevancy of information.
Why have we done this?
The new RSS feed allows partners to keep updated with the latest Dynamics news as usual, but also provides the options to receive information related to UK partner specific news across Microsoft.
Please see a screen grab below and sign up here: http://www.microsoft.com/uk/partner/dynamicsrsshub/
Posted by Tom Brookes
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Have you seen the UK Dynamics landing page on Microsoft.com recently? It has been built round the concept of how animals have to adapt to meet the changing environment around them and how businesses have to do this as well.
Have a look – and let us know what you think. So don't hate change....adapt! and take a look at our new site.
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We have now launched a GP test drive site (www.dynamicsGPtestdrive.com) that provides customers an opportunity to actually testdrive the product in a virtual environment. There are hands-on labs and it’s host them online, so it’s a convenient way for people to try out the product with exercises.
Have a look and let us know what you think.
Posted by Tom Brookes
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A few months ago we launched the Microsoft Partner Network. Why? Partners want to network with other Partners to realise more business opportunities.
So what is it? It is social networking site for partners to connect to each other and Microsoft. We’ve just rebuilt it after feedback and talking to our social networking exports. Have a look at our Utube video to find our more.
So what can you do?
· Create, discover and discuss new collaborative business opportunities
· Share their knowledge and experience with the rest of the partner community
· Join and create your groups of interest
You can even write your own blog. Go on. Have look and join!
www.microsoftpartnernetwork.co.uk
Posted by Tom Brookes
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I often get asked from partners and customers about Office 2007 and Dynamics GP. With the last release of Dynamics GP we built a fantastic integration with the Microsoft Office System (SharePoint 2007) to allow Dynamics GP users take full advantage of the features of this fantastic product.
So what a I talking about exactly?
SharePoint (or officially the Microsoft® Office system) and Dynamics GP work together to help people optimise productivity, access and analyse information, and collaborate and connect securely across the entire organization—regardless of whether they’re working in Dynamics GP or other applications.
So just imagine this. You have a sales manager who always phones you up for the latest sales orders and invoices in Dynamics GP. You email them a spreadsheet. The figures are wrong. They phone you, you email them, you revise figures…etc, etc. Well using SharePoint and GP together you can take full advantage of the reports library with SharePoint to store you library of GP reports that are authored in Excel. When you open them they automatically refresh with the current data in GP so they have exact data in their finance system, on their desktops. They can take these reports off line, access them in Outlook and they are all controlled by the end users so they can build them in the format that they want.
Just think of the cost and time savings to you as a business with this. Just imagine how many pointless phone calls can be saved and emails typed.
The guys in Fargo have been working hard again and have now produced some great info on this. Click here to find out more.
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Ever heard about Extending the Reach and Getting More With Less?
Have a look at good company vs bad company…
http://www.microsoft.com/dynamics/extendingthereach.
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I sometimes get asked about books that can help new partners and customers get up to speed with GP, and have found some great titles out there.
Accolade Publications has some good books including
- Dynamics GP for newbies
- Confessions of a GP consultant
- Version 10 unleashed
There is also one of the “dummmies” guides, Dynamics GP for Dummmies which are always helpful and a quick search on Amazon always brings up a few titles.
Then again if all you want is the standard manuals that are all available electronically, you can always order hard copies from us from here.
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I blogged back in July about the Silverlight demo that we had produced for Dynamics GP, well now we have a library of 20 demos available to the public. Take a look at them here.
They cover:
- Dynamics GP overview
- Financials
- Supply chain
- Human Resources
- Reporting
- IT Systems
They are a really great resource for customers and prospects to see how Dynamics GP can help them to be more productive, streamline their business processes and ultimately help save them money.
Posted by Tom Brookes
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I often get asked for references with Dynamics GP across a wide variety of industries, and apart from the knowledge in my head, there are also a number of other resources that you can use.
We have a reference / case study team here who can be accessed by the Dynamics partners, however another great resource is in the case studies site on microsoft.com. You can search by product, industry and country so it's well worth having a look through here. It is amazing the industries you see Dynamics GP working, everything from meat distribution to gambling.
Posted by Tom Brookes
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Convergence is the premier Microsoft Dynamics event, bringing customers, partners, team members and industry experts together in an environment created for you to discuss solutions, address business needs and establish a true community that can be leveraged throughout the year.
In 2009, Convergence will take place in New Orleans, Louisiana March 10 – 13. This is your opportunity to participate in an exceptional program including a variety of speakers, detailed product demonstrations and hands-on learning sessions. You will learn how to enhance your Microsoft investment now and in the future, and gain a stronger sense of community through interacting with industry leaders, Microsoft team members, partners and other customers.
So why attend?
This is your opportunity to participate in a program including a variety of tracks, speakers, detailed product demonstrations and hands-on learning sessions to better understand how you can further leverage your existing business solution to tighten supply chains, deepen customer relationships, empower your workforce and sustain profitability.
- Sessions: Convergence 2009 features more than 420 sessions covering Microsoft Dynamics and the latest Microsoft-based products.
- Hands-on experiences: Grab the opportunity to evaluate products from Microsoft and our most important industry partners.
- Community and Learning Center (CLC): Considered the hub of Convergence, this area is designed to be a one-stop shop for networking and learning outside of conference sessions – while only having to visit one room! We offer free technical support, research activities and opportunities to meet fellow users and product experts.
- Connections with the community: An event that brings 10,000 Microsoft Dynamics customers, partners, team members and industry experts together translates into an endless number of opportunities to make lasting connections within the Microsoft community.
Have a look at the Convergence Site to see agendas, speakers, etc.
Posted by Tom Brookes
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Due to the popularity of the GP roadshows in January as we have visitors from Fargo over, I have added another new date:
Date: Thursday 22nd January
Location: Microsoft London office - Cardinal Place, London
Please log onto the PLC to book places.
https://training.partner.microsoft.com/plc/home.aspx?site=UK&lang=en-uk
Posted by Tom Brookes
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In the Pre-Budget Report on the 24th November 2008, the Chancellor announced that the standard rate of VAT will be reduced to 15% on 1 December 2008. In light of this announcement, Microsoft Dynamics UK is presently finalising its proposed technical guidance for customers which will be published shortly. It is expected that the change to the standard rate of VAT will affect customers using Microsoft Dynamics AX, GP, NAV and RMS.
Updated technical guidance is available now here.
For further detailed information and HMRC guidance about the change, please visit the HMRC Website at www.hmrc.gov.uk/pbr2008
Posted by Tom Brookes
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I'm often asked about partner training in both sales and technical areas so I thought I'd let you know about the courses that are currently running. Each of the courses is 1 day in length and run about once a month so there should be no excuse for not being able to attend one of them! The links take you through to the Microsoft Partner Learning Centre where you cab find full descriptions of the courses.
Microsoft Dynamics GP Technical Training
Register here: https://training.partner.microsoft.com/plc/details.aspx?systemid=251077&EventTypeID=2&page=/plc/search.aspx
Microsoft Dynamics GP Product Day:
Register here: https://training.partner.microsoft.com/plc/details.aspx?systemid=251078&EventTypeID=2&page=/plc/search.aspx
Demonstrating to Win:
Register here: https://training.partner.microsoft.com/plc/details.aspx?systemid=249745&EventTypeID=2&page=/plc/search.aspx
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