How GP Chooses the First Depreciation Period Dynamics GP depreciation timing depends on two fields: the Placed-in-Service Date and the Averaging ConventionStart with the Placed-in-Service Date Everything starts with the Placed-in-Service Date (PISD) the date the asset becomes usable in Dynamics GP. That's not always the purchase date. Apply the Averaging Convention Next, GP checks the Averaging Convention
Many finance teams still running Dynamics GP are spending valuable time validating spreadsheets, reconciling data, and chasing reporting accuracy during month-end close.This Business Central case study highlights how Wet & Forget migrated from Dynamics GP to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central with Crestwood and reduced month-end close from 8 days
Microsoft recently introduced enhanced security warnings for Remote Desktop (RDP) files as part of an April 2026 update. These warnings appear when users open an .rdp file - including RemoteApp shortcuts - and are designed to protect against malicious RDP files often used in phishing attacks. Why the Warnings ExistAttackers sometimes send
Sales tax rules continue to evolve, and recent changes may impact how businesses calculate, collect, and report transaction taxes. In this recorded webinar, tax specialists from Avalara review key legislative and regulatory trends shaping the current sales tax landscape and what they may mean for your organization. The session covers
Finance leaders using Dynamics GP are not unaware of its age. Most know exactly where it struggles. The challenge is not recognition. It is energy. After years of workarounds, spreadsheets, and carefully timed processes, the idea of changing systems can feel heavier than staying put.In conversations with CFOs and Controllers,
Finance leaders using Microsoft Dynamics GP are not imagining the friction they feel today. Month-end takes longer than it used to. Reporting requests pile up. Spreadsheets quietly multiply outside the system. None of this happens because teams are underperforming. It happens because long-standing Dynamics GP limitations increasingly show up in
Year-end has a way of revealing the parts of a system that work well and the parts that slow you down. Manual steps feel heavier. Reporting gaps become more visible. Close processes take longer than they should.Our recent Dynamics GP Year-End and Roundtable session brought these issues into sharp focus
A successful GP Year-End begins with structured planning and a clear understanding of your business requirements. Before initiating any closing procedures, be sure to complete the following preparation steps: GP Year-End Closing Preparation 1. Proper Planning and Scheduling Allocate adequate time for your team to complete the GP Year-End tasks.Communicate
User security in Dynamics GP is often more open than many organizations realize. The system uses role-based and task-based permissions, but default roles rarely fit every company’s workflow. This guide walks through practical steps to review existing access, build safer custom roles, assign users correctly, and validate permissions using GP’s
A stuck batch in Dynamics GP can bring your posting process to a halt and create real delays for your finance team. Whether you see errors in the Batch Recovery window, posting interruptions, or a batch that won’t release from printing or editing status, the root cause is often tied
If you’re seeing a Dynamics GP Word Template error after a recent Microsoft 365 or Office 365 update, you’re not alone. This past week, we began seeing several clients experience an error within Dynamics GP when trying to run reports based on a Word Template. Here’s the text and a
If you’re experiencing GP login issues, you’re not alone. Many Microsoft Dynamics GP users encounter access errors caused by password policies, user credentials, or SQL settings. Whether you’re seeing a “Login Failed” message, forgot your GP credentials, or are locked out due to security policies, this guide walks you through
Dear Dynamics GP community, You do not have to migrate today. You do not have to migrate next month. You do not even have to migrate in 2026, 2027, or 2028. Microsoft gives every GP customer four full years of complete product support and updates until December 31, 2029. After
5, November, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00PM CT 0:1:00 Ready to take control of your ERP future? Rewatch today and learn how to confidently plan your move from GP to Acumatica. Watch Now https://youtu.be/ufk3IQIE04Y?si=R84xqZAhLMbKFmYmIf you’re still running Microsoft Dynamics GP, the question isn’t if you’ll move to a modern ERP, it’s
If your organization is still relying on Dynamics GP, you’re operating on technology that’s well proven but increasingly limited. With Microsoft shifting its strategic direction toward the cloud, many businesses are now evaluating a migration from GP to Business Central (BC). At Crestwood Associates, we believe this transition is more
Thursday, August 28th, 2025 Re-watch the recording below: Year-end is coming fast, and 2025 brought big changes that will directly impact Q4. With changing tax thresholds, evolving leave policies, and extended ACA enforcement windows, ERP users must be proactive. This webinar walks through what to review now—and how to close
Contributed by EBizCharge, in partnership with Crestwood Associates With efficient payment processing operations, your company can set itself apart from various competitors, making it imperative to prioritize. Complex payment handling systems can often feel overwhelming, especially without the right tools. Finding the right payment automation software and reliable provider that
Dynamics GP still runs your books. Orders still ship. Month-end still closes, eventually. Nothing about today feels urgent.That's exactly the problem. GP's end date isn't a feature gap you'll notice gradually. It's a fixed point on Microsoft's calendar, and it's closer than most finance and operations leaders realize.What "End of
Thursday, July 31st, 2025 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM (CST) Register Now Sales tax rules continue to evolve with new tariffs, an expanding sales tax base, and growing cross-border complexity. Join this webinar led by our partner, Avalara, to learn which tax changes could affect your business and how to
Thursday, June 10th, 2025 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CST) Watch Now What’s Next for Dynamics GP? Watch the Webinar Replay Hosted in Partnership with V-Technologies and Crestwood Associates Still using Microsoft Dynamics GP and wondering what the future holds? In this on-demand session, Crestwood Associates' CEO, Jason Sheaffer, shares
Dynamics SL’s End: A Roadmap for GP’s Future Imagine this: It’s December 2029, and your Dynamics GP system just crashed—again. No updates, no patches, no Microsoft support. You or your CFO’s pacing, your ops team’s scrambling, and the last GP expert you can find quotes a fee that makes your
Did you know? 70% of ERP users plan to shift to the cloud by 2026, per Gartner—and Microsoft’s GP Dynamics end of life is a big reason why. Support ends January 2028 for older versions, December 2029 for the latest. Picture your team scrambling as updates stop and costs soar.
In today’s asset-intensive industrial environment, efficiency and strategic foresight stand at the forefront of operational success. The challenge of maintaining functional integrity across a wide array of assets, from HVAC units to essential machinery, demands more than a standard maintenance strategy. Reactive approaches that rely on spreadsheets and manual
Recorded Tuesday, December 10, 2024 Why Watch? Microsoft Dynamics GP is reaching its end of life, and businesses like yours need a clear roadmap for the next steps. Crestwood Associates has been a trusted Dynamics partner for 26 years, helping businesses transition seamlessly to modern ERP solutions. Join Jason Sheaffer, CEO
