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What's next for GP?
Mainstream support for GP will be ending on December 31, 2029. There will be no more product enhancements, regulatory updates (like tax compliance changes), service packs, or technical support.
After April 30, 2031, there will be no more security updates or patches. Though still usable until then, we recommend getting an action plan in place to give you a head start on a migration with purpose.
Why migrate to Business Central?
With Microsoft's prioritization of cloud-based applications, Business Central is at the forefront of innovation and improvement. Growth-minded organizations of any size and in any industry can benefit from this scalable, affordable ERP solution.
Familiar features (they're just better in Business Central)
Easy Search
Analysis Mode
SaaS Security
Batch-like Processing
Built-in "SmartLists"
Customizability
Save time by using Business Central's search function to instantly find pages, lists, reports, and specific field data across the system. Broad matches allow for intuitive, plain language queries.
Analysis mode allows you to utilize lists and pages by generating pivot-table reports, all within the app interface. No more exporting to Excel to make quick data changes.
Microsoft's cloud infrastructure is more secure than on-premises servers. With Microsoft Azure Security and Compliance, you can comply with HIPAA, ISO, SOC1, SOC2, and other common data security regulations.
You also have Multi-Factor Authentication and web-based secure single sign-on via Microsoft 365. All the security of VPNs and remote desktop with none of the extra hassles that arise from those security measures.
Say "see you never!" to hung-up batches. While you can certainly process in batch-like groups via lists and workflows, you have no data maintenance or other issues that cause lost transactions. No checklinks, no reconciles, and no paying extra support fees to clear hung-up batches or database errors.
Because Business Central is cloud-based, all entries are auto-saved, and even if you lose internet connection mid-task, you don't lose your progress.
Business Central has a native list management solution: since it is a web-based application, a "SmartList" equivalent is built into every page, allowing users to filter and export data on the fly. In GP, this feature must be opened in a separate window.
Quickly and easily add customizations, like custom fields, custom integrations (no middleware required), and even industry-specific capabilities via add-on applications.
Because Business Central is a development platform, you have flexibility to adjust it to your needs far beyond what GP ever provided.
Preparing for a migration
Wondering where to start? We've put together a free, downloadable resource full of guiding questions, process evaluations, and to-do list items that you and your team should take into careful consideration when planning for your migration.
Why Business Central?
Unify your business processes with best-in-class functionality
A solution that fits into your business processes (not the other way around)
Affordable licensing without any of the overhead for hosting infrastructure
Modern, scalable infrastructure that grows alongside your organization's needs
Cloud-native technology means no more downtime, time outs, or stuck batches
Total visibility across your organization's financial data with real-time insights
Personalized role-based views to provide users with most-needed functionality
Extend your capabilities with 8,000+ vetted add-ons and ISV solutions
Modules for manufacturing, distribution, warehousing, and service management
Frequently asked questions
Migrating to Business Central is an efficient, cost-effective way to bring your data and business needs up to speed with a new system. Not only do you get to keep all your records and historical data, but you get to work with it in the sleek, modern ERP interface that Business Central provides your business with. Plus, a migration to another Microsoft business application is much cheaper than a from-scratch implementation outside the Microsoft ecosystem.
As for the actual migration project: The basic steps, though different for every situation, bears similarities to our implementation process.
Learn more about our tried and true implementation process. ->
Migrating to Business Central is an efficient, cost-effective way to bring your data and business needs up to speed with a new system. Not only do you get to keep all your records and historical data, but you get to work with it in the sleek, modern ERP interface that Business Central provides your business with. Plus, a migration to another Microsoft business application is much cheaper than a from-scratch implementation outside the Microsoft ecosystem.
As for the actual migration project: The basic steps, though different for every situation, bears similarities to our implementation process.
Learn more about our tried and true implementation process. ->
At Syvantis, we are committed to supporting our GP clients until they choose to perform their upgrade. Our support and consulting methodologies help you make the most of your current GP investment while simultaneously becoming migration-ready.
At Syvantis, we are committed to supporting our GP clients until they choose to perform their upgrade. Our support and consulting methodologies help you make the most of your current GP investment while simultaneously becoming migration-ready.
Business Central natively includes more features, automation, and customization opportunities than GP. GP is a rigid application, and most organizations must bend their processes to work within GP's boundaries. The opposite is true for Business Central, which can be customized to fit to your business processes and operational workflows.
With Business Central, our recommendation is to see what works out-of-the-box, then add on from the extensive ISV marketplace (with over 4,300+ offerings, whose code is all approved by Microsoft), and development can bridge the gap of additional functionality or customizations.
Business Central natively includes more features, automation, and customization opportunities than GP. GP is a rigid application, and most organizations must bend their processes to work within GP's boundaries. The opposite is true for Business Central, which can be customized to fit to your business processes and operational workflows.
With Business Central, our recommendation is to see what works out-of-the-box, then add on from the extensive ISV marketplace (with over 4,300+ offerings, whose code is all approved by Microsoft), and development can bridge the gap of additional functionality or customizations.
Business Central has a native list management solution: since it is a web-based application, a "SmartList" equivalent is built into every page, allowing users to filter and export data on the fly. In GP, this feature must be opened in a separate window.
Business Central has a native list management solution: since it is a web-based application, a "SmartList" equivalent is built into every page, allowing users to filter and export data on the fly. In GP, this feature must be opened in a separate window.
The Business Central licensing alone is a greatly reduced cost. Microsoft frequently offers promotions, like the Bridge to the Cloud program, to lower the overall cost of a migration.
Plus, Business Central is a cloud-based solution, meaning you won't have to pay for servers or hosting solutions.
All our pricing is transparent and available on our pricing page ->
The Business Central licensing alone is a greatly reduced cost. Microsoft frequently offers promotions, like the Bridge to the Cloud program, to lower the overall cost of a migration.
Plus, Business Central is a cloud-based solution, meaning you won't have to pay for servers or hosting solutions.
All our pricing is transparent and available on our pricing page ->
Your integrations will need to be updated or redeveloped for Business Central. However, Business Central provides more out-of-the-box options and many native features replace the need for integrations altogether. Syvantis is experienced in integration redevelopment as part of GP to BC migrations.
Your integrations will need to be updated or redeveloped for Business Central. However, Business Central provides more out-of-the-box options and many native features replace the need for integrations altogether. Syvantis is experienced in integration redevelopment as part of GP to BC migrations.
A migration doesn't need to happen overnight. In fact, we recommend a gradual, thorough planning process to ensure that the switch to Business Central is advantageous, efficient, and process-oriented. Proactive planning now will make the migration itself much easier, whenever that project may occur.
In the meantime, a Partner can help you prepare your GP to become migration-ready to minimize downtime and disruptions further down the line.
Check out our readiness checklist so you know how to prepare for a move to Business Central (or any other ERP) ->
A migration doesn't need to happen overnight. In fact, we recommend a gradual, thorough planning process to ensure that the switch to Business Central is advantageous, efficient, and process-oriented. Proactive planning now will make the migration itself much easier, whenever that project may occur.
In the meantime, a Partner can help you prepare your GP to become migration-ready to minimize downtime and disruptions further down the line.
Check out our readiness checklist so you know how to prepare for a move to Business Central (or any other ERP) ->
Get a free GP system review
Get a free GP system review
Get actionable insights, tips, and improvements on the spot. This no-cost, no-obligation meeting will leave you with tangible improvements to help GP work better for you right now.
Request a Business Central demo
Request a Business Central demo
Our consulting team will show you the ins and outs of Business Central, allowing you to prepare for a 1:1 process cutover.
Download our Readiness Checklist
Download our Readiness Checklist
We've put together a resource full of guiding questions, process evaluations, and to-do list items to help you plan for your migration from GP to Business Central.
