A great decision for any organization looking to modernize its ERP systems would be moving from Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) to Business Central (BC). However, myths and misconceptions are there to blur the transition and unnecessarily create hesitation. In this blog, we will address and debunk some of the most common myths associated with the GP to BC migration and bring clarity and confidence to those considering the move.
Myth 1: “Migration is too pricey.”
Reality:
The upfront cost for migration is expensive, but long-term gains will far outpace the expenditure. A cloud subscription model with Business Central reduces infrastructure and maintenance costs; the solution further comes with constant updates, scalability, and interlinking into the Microsoft ecosystem, therefore creating a much more significant return on investment in the long term.
Pro Tip: Use Microsoft’s Cloud Migration Promotion to offset some expenses. An experienced implementation team can also help ensure that the transition is cost-effective.
Myth 2: “All our data will be lost during migration.”
Reality:
Migrate the data from GP to BC: It forms part of the process. Do not indicate that data is lost in this process because tools from Microsoft’s Data Migration Framework are developed to interfere as little as possible and lose no data during transfer. Consultants with experience in migration will also support you. Data cleansing and data structuring become efficient for your operations.
Data migration pro-tip: Audit data before migration for important data and clean out older records.
Myth 3: “Business Central can’t handle complex processes like GP.”
Reality:
Business Central is a strong ERP solution that can handle both simple and complex business processes. With customizable modules, Power Platform integration, and advanced features such as manufacturing, warehousing, and financial management, BC can adapt to your unique needs while offering greater flexibility and innovation.
Pro Tip: Take advantage of some of the BC functionality to get as close to GP’s workflows as possible, especially where automation can eliminate additional inefficiencies.
Myth 4: “The migration will cause significant downtime.”
Reality:
A well-planned migration ensures zero or minimal downtime. It is possible to have an easy transition for critical business functions with the help of expert consultants and incremental changes. Parallel testing and deployment with Business Central’s cloud infrastructure ensure business continuity.
Pro Tip: Do migrations during quiet hours and leave enough time for testing and training.
Myth 5: “Our employees will hate Business Central.”
Reality:
Modern user interface integrates easily with the familiar tools of Microsoft like Excel, Teams, and Outlook for easy usage. Thorough training along with user-friendly resources makes the process very smooth.
Pro Tip: Engage employees in the migration process as early as possible, train them practically, and give them constant support to make it easy to adapt.
Myth 6: “GP is still supported, so there’s no urgency to migrate.”
Reality:
The future of ERP is the cloud, and Microsoft still supports Dynamics GP, but the updates for Business Central bring new features and security that keep your system up to date with industry standards.
Pro Tip: The earlier you migrate, the sooner your organization can benefit from modern capabilities and stay ahead of competitors who will delay the move.
The situation of migration from GP to Business Central is not nearly as intimidating as it may have seemed at the onset. It helps your organization to make the right decisions and have full scope over Business Central. Therefore, with good planning, the right partner, and more focus on long-term benefits, you will achieve a seamless transition, and your business will set itself up for growth in the future.
You got what it takes. Are you ready to move on? Reach us today to see how we make your GP to BC migration seamless and hassle-free!
