Why it’s important to schedule a GP upgrade as soon as possible: Microsoft is changing email security rules effective October 1, 2022, and it will impact Microsoft Dynamics GP users like you. Here are the three quick details to know: THE TIMELINE: On October 1, 2022, Microsoft will release changes to email security for Office … Read more
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Dynamics GP Tax 2022 US Federal Tax Tables
Update – Microsoft has republished the Round 1 (12/16/2021) Dynamics GP updates with the new State and Federal tax table changes. Download the update here. This new update is still dated December 16, 2021 but includes the following items: Changes in January Round 1 update ICA Social Security Limit $147,000 Federal tax tables added 12/30/2021 … Read more
Dynamics GP System Running Slow? Help it slim down with CDA
January is typically the time where many of us decide to get into shape. New year, new us! But what about our beloved Microsoft Dynamics GP? Look for these signs: Are transactions taking forever to post? Is running the reconcile process taking a long time? Are batches taking longer and longer? Do you find your … Read more
Microsoft Dynamics GP Year-End Update
It’s our favorite time of year, the holidays and closing the books for GP! Here are some helpful updates and resources. As always, we are here to support you, so reach out with any questions and our Dynamics experts can help you. Important 2021 Tax Filing Dates January 31, 2022 – to employees and IRS/SSA … Read more
An Update for Dynamics GP Payroll and HR Users
Great Plains HR and Payroll Module Changes Some Microsoft Dynamics GP users will be seeing some changes in the upcoming years. The Human Resources and Payroll suites consist of four modules that provide existing functionality to Dynamics GP installations that will be discontinued in March of 2022. The four modules in question are: Payroll Extensions – … Read more
Microsoft Dynamics GP 2021 Fall Update
Year-end is coming too quickly – can you believe the year is almost over? For our Dynamics GP folks, it’s time to start looking at what needs to be done. October 2021 Dynamics GP Release Let’s start with the latest release – Dynamics GP 18.4. Microsoft has added a ton of functionality this time around. … Read more
The Latest Rounds of Updates for Dynamics GP
As we sit on the precipice of the next Microsoft Dynamics GP release (scheduled for October), we figured it was time to again check in with our Great Plains folks! Payroll Tax Updates The first thing we should note is the updated payroll tax tables. Late July saw Round 4 updates in Idaho, Kansas, New … Read more
So Long, CustomerSource: What’s New for Microsoft Help Documentation
As we stroll through the tech graveyard, fondly remembering obsolete systems and tools (we hardly knew you, Skype for Business!), we notice that a fresh plot of land has been tilled, and the tombstone reads “Microsoft CustomerSource.” Here’s what happens when you click on your old CustomerSource bookmarks: Yes, that’s right – CustomerSource is now … Read more
New 1099 Reporting Requirements: Options for Dynamics GP Payables Users
As we discussed in a previous blog, Changes to 1099 Forms in Dynamics GP, the IRS announced big changes to reporting non-employee compensation and 1099 forms for the 2020 tax year. The 1099-NEC has moved non-employee compensation (box 7) off of the 1099-MISC to a new form: 1099-NEC. The other boxes have moved around. The … Read more
Attention: Changes to 1099 Forms in Dynamics GP (Update Needed Before Year-End)
First, a big note: if you’re running GP2015 or older, there will be no year-end update this year, and you need to look at upgrade options as soon as possible (so be sure to contact us today!) Big Changes to 1099 Forms The IRS announced some big changes to reporting non-employee compensation and 1099 forms … Read more
How Do You Sign a Document Working Remotely or Without a Printer?
There’s no doubt that working from home can be challenging, especially if you don’t have an office full of equipment. If you don’t possess a printer, how do you execute documents that need a signature? If you are running Acumatica, you can integrate the signed documents directly into your system where they belong. There are … Read more
Dynamics GP Running Slow? Archive It! Get to Know Company Data Archive Plus Analytical Accounting!
Microsoft Dynamics GP is one of those reliable, familiar business management tools. Able to grow with your business, the product has been used by companies for decades. Better yet, with the announcement of their new “Modern Policy” starting in October 2019, Microsoft has made coming releases of Dynamics GP even more resilient and evergreen. However, … Read more
The Scoop on the Microsoft Dynamics GP February Hotfix
Microsoft recently released a fresh hotfix for Dynamics GP 18.2 in February 2020. This hotfix resolves a few different issues for Dynamics GP 18.2 users, but doesn’t affect other versions of the system. You should only look to install this hotfix if you’ve been seeing issues. If you haven’t, there’s no need to install the … Read more
Year-End Behind Us, Modern Lifecycle Ahead: Time to Archive?
Is it too early to talk about spring cleaning? Even if the winter has been mild (by Midwest standards), there’s still a bit of time before we open up the windows and go crazy on cleaning up our homes. But what about the situation at our companies? Maybe we shouldn’t wait for March or April … Read more
Crestwood Associates’ Microsoft Dynamic GP Year-End Recap
Missed our GP year-end events? No worries, here’s a recap of the important changes: W-4 form change for 2020 Changes for Employee Self Service W4 form and Cards | Payroll | Tax window (required table changes) No W-2 or ACA form or EFW2 electronic file changes No Payables form changes (1099s) Fixed Asset Luxury Auto Depreciation changes … Read more
Dynamics GP 2020 U.S. Payroll Tax Update Release
The 2020 Round 1 tax update has been released. There are new federal tax tables published based on 15-T, including new head of household status, and withholding tax tables. Additionally, FICA social security limit for 2020 is increased to $137,700. State updates include: California Illinois Iowa Kentucky Maine Michigan Minnesota Missouri North Caroline North Dakota … Read more
4 Dynamics GP Challenges and How to Address Them
Microsoft Dynamics GP has been a mainstay in the ERP community. Designed for small and mid-sized businesses who want a reliable and well-vetted solution, GP has evolved and grown to be one of the most trusted ERP vendors for this market. However, no matter how consistent this solution is, no matter how powerful, there are … Read more
Should I Upgrade Dynamics GP or Switch Systems?
When your legacy Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution is having trouble keeping up with your business, it’s important to weigh your options carefully before you decide whether to upgrade to a new version or make the switch to different software. I recently worked with a client to determine the best course of action for their … Read more
Changing your Chart of Accounts in Dynamic Great Plains
All accounting professionals know the importance of a well-designed Chart of Accounts (COA). Whether you’re new to Microsoft Dynamics GP or a seasoned veteran, you’ve pulled the COA report for yourself and the other business leaders within your company. Have you ever wanted to customize it, though? Our team gets this request a lot. Commonly-Requested … Read more
New Tech Support Portal: Big Change Coming for Microsoft Dynamics Users
Life would be so boring without change, don’t you think? We know that Microsoft agrees with that! One big change is coming that we wanted to make you aware of: the new, modern portal for submitting support requests for all Dynamics products (like Dynamics GP, Dynamics SL, and Dynamics 365 Business Central). Microsoft is working … Read more
Create a SmartList to Analyze AP Invoices Paid by GL Account in Dynamics GP
One of the most commonly asked questions from my Microsoft Dynamics GP customers is – how do I see how much I paid a certain vendor by GL account? For example: if you need to see all the legal fees paid to several different law firms, where do you go to get this information quickly … Read more
6 More Great Reasons to Attend GPUG Summit (and how to get 10% off!)
Have you made your plans to go to Phoenix with me for GPUG Summit October 15-18? Great! Send me an email and we can meet up for a meal or a drink that week. Please let me know if you haven’t registered and I will send you a special code to save you 10%! GPUG … Read more
Use SSRS to Save Time Getting Dynamics GP Reports for Your Audits
Most people export a .csv file of their Trial Balance Detail report right from Microsoft Dynamics GP for their audit team. However, you usually end up spending more time than you would like cleaning it up, re-formatting, and manipulating it first. Sound familiar? Here’s an easy solution: Export using SSRS Instead of exporting from Dynamics GP … Read more
You Should be Using Fixed Assets in Dynamics GP
Are you using the Dynamics GP Fixed Asset module? You should be. You own it as part of the Starter Pack (if you are on GP 2013 or later). The Dynamics GP Fixed Asset module can do everything you need for your depreciable and non-depreciable assets. Here are 9 reasons for using the module: Group … Read more