What are the terminology differences between Dynamics GP and Business Central?

So you’re thinking about migrating from Dynamics GP to Business Central, but have a few questions you’d like to answer first—like, are they really that different from one another? Well, the short answer is yes and no. We’ve started this blog and video series to help break down some commonly asked questions and points of concern when considering a migration, and we’ll talk you through some differences and similarities to be aware of as you plan for the migration process.  

We’ve already covered some of the high-level differences between GP and Business Central in the first blog and corresponding video in this series – check it out if you need a refresher. For the next video in this series, we’ll zoom in for a closer look at some of the small details that differentiate GP and Business Central, like the terminology that each system uses for certain functions and features.  

Many of these differences are quite subtle, and Syvantis CEO Janelle Riley will walk you through some of the things that users can expect to be different after making the switch from GP to Business Central. Janelle is a CPA with over 20 years of working experience with Dynamics GP and Business Central, so she knows a thing or two about how these apps work.  

Plus, here’s a visual guide breaking down some nice-to-know differences in terminology between Dynamics GP and Business Central:

Still have questions? We’re here to help. One of our knowledgeable consultants would be happy to answer any and every question you may have about your ERP journey.