Microsoft has recently announced the features that will be included in the 2021 Year-End update to Dynamics GP, which will include the 2021 feature release as well. Dynamics GP continues to add yearly updates in terms of hotfixes, tax code-compliant updates, and other regulatory fixes. The following features are all based on customer requests, so users can look forward to improvement to these updates. Another advantage of this release is that new registration keys are not needed for this release.  

Microsoft Dynamics GP 18.4 Updates include:

Distribution

Sales Order Processing GOTO 

Save Filter Settings for All-In-One 

Project code Modifier (Project and Contract Number also Project, Contract and Cost Category ID) 

Financials

Scroll Through Account Segments 

Default Inquiry Sort Options (Receivables, Payables, Bank Reconciliation) 

Payables 1099 Default to Single Feed 

Payables 1096 form print email address 

Update Account Descriptions using Mass Modify 

Summary Post Accounts Receivables Cash Receipt through 

Bank Reconciliation 

HR and Payroll

Payroll Transaction entry Defaults saved in a batch 

Excel Copy and Paste Payroll Transactions 

Mask Employee Social Security Number on W2 

Safe Pay File pull name of an employee from check 

Systems/Workflow

Workflow Automation for Workflow Batches (GL, AR, PM) 

Workflow Approver Count 

Workflow Carbon Copy delete option 

Back in July 2021, Microsoft released an updated Roadmap of Dynamics GP revealing upgrades past the year 2028+. Now with this latest release of Dynamics GP, we have further trust in the future of Microsoft Dynamics GP as a proven ERP platform.

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Dynamics Innovation Virtual Conference

November 9^th, 2021 - 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM EST

Dynamics Innovation Virtual Conference will feature six interactive live sessions discussing topics around Dynamics 365Business Central. Our keynote speech, Andrew King, and our guest speaker will focus on the future of Business Central. Followed by sessions on the following topics; October 2021 release, beneficial Business Central apps, client experience with D365,  GP to BC migration, and the many integrations offered by the Microsoft ecosystem. This virtual conference will also give you an opportunity for Q&A and networking from industry leaders. Attendees will also be entered into a raffle for a chance to win gift cards and Microsoft Surface 2 headphones. We look forward to networking with you at the conference. Register with the link provided below. 

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The Covid-19 pandemic has dramatically affected businesses over the past 18 months, especially in the distribution and manufacturing industry. A number of these unprecedented challenges include supply chain issues, fluctuating costs, and commodity pricing.

In the distribution industry, supply chain uncertainties have cause inconsistent visibility, scheduling delays, and vendor lead times have also increased during the pandemic. In addition, the fluctuating cost of materials has dramatically changed, whereas competition from e-commerce chains such as Amazon has made it hard to compete. This has changed the way companies manage their warehouse as they look to keep up with the competition. Customers are also expecting real-time communication and instant access to information which makes sales pipeline visibility critical. 

To overcome these new challenges in distribution, customers are looking for an all-in-one solution for their technology needs. Dynamics 365 Business Central has vendor scoring and landed cost features to help resolve supply chain issues. E-commerce integrations within Business Central such as Shopify make it easier for companies to compete with plugs-ins right out of the box. In addition, using features such as Dynamics 365 for Sales & Customer Engagement has become even more integral for distribution companies, and add-on solutions such as Jet Reports allow companies to generate real-time financial reports seamlessly.

The manufacturing industry also has similar challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The prices of commodities such as wood and metal have gone up significantly and are fluctuating daily. In addition, the availability of inventory and freight charges are constantly changing. Managing backorders have also become critical to the supply chain for manufacturing companies.

A diverse offering of solutions from Dynamics 365 Business Central can overcome these new challenges by utilizing production order costing, visual production scheduling, MRP/planning worksheets, and automatic backorder allocation. Planning worksheets have become vital in allowing manufacturing companies to automate that process. A reporting solution such as Jet Reports and Power BI has been critical for manufacturing and distribution companies. We offer a reporting package that includes the most integral reports (80+) a business would need. (https://www.websan.com/images/Implementation/Business-Central-Implementation-Reports.pdf)

Understanding the right approach to solving these issues is essential. Companies can now adapt and compete in this new challenging business landscape by making the appropriate changes to their ERP system. WebSan Solutions Inc. has the expertise and understanding to help your company navigate these new challenges and help grow your business. Contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to learn how we can improve your productivity and enable your company’s growth.   

Every year, Microsoft Canada recognizes Microsoft partners who demonstrate excellence in innovation and implementation of customer solutions based on Microsoft technology. Each of these partners plays an integral role in unlocking new opportunities for Canadian companies, and Microsoft is committed to helping their partner ecosystem build profitable businesses and successfully take their solutions to market.

"We are inspired and powered by our partners, with over 95% of Microsoft's commercial revenue coming through our partners. These annual awards are our opportunity to recognize all Microsoft partners that are making that possible by bringing cutting-edge solutions to complex business challenges and are helping customers overcome disruption and lead transformation in their industries across Canada," said Suzanne Gagliese, VP One Commerical Partner at Microsoft Canada.

This award recognizes a Regional Services Partner who is a Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) Direct Reseller or CSP Indirect Reseller focused on Small, Medium, and Corporate customer segments in a specific region of Canada (i.e., East, Central, West) driving impactful CSP growth.

"We are honoured to be recognized by Microsoft. We are proud to deliver a positive and unforgettable service experience to our clients. We understand the value of exceptional service is intended to set and consistently raise the standard of what is attainable. We couldn't have won this award without the help of our amazing team." Stated Andrew King, Managing Director at WebSan Solutions Inc.

Microsoft Canada presented these awards in 27 categories on July 15, 2021 as part of Microsoft's second virtual Inspire conference. Winners were selected based on the outstanding work the companies provided to their customers and community.

In October 2019, Microsoft introduced the Modern Lifecycle Policy for Microsoft Dynamics GP  before this update Dynamics GP was governed by the Fixed Lifecycle Policy which in comparison has fixed end dates for their support. The Modern Policy offers continuous support and servicing, including bug fixes, new features, and the latest tax updates. This highlights the fact that Dynamics GP is not going anywhere soon with the Lifecycle Roadmap showing dates well into 2028 and beyond.

Dynamics GP customers can stay current by choosing at least one of the three all-inclusive Dynamics GP updates, typically released in June, October, and December yearly . The October update normally provides new capabilities whereas the two other updates will typically consist of hotfixes, tax updates, and regulatory updates.

Microsoft Dynamics GP is a powerful on-premises application that has built a huge community over the last 30+ years of Partners and Customers that love the product. Microsoft intends to continue both enhancing and supporting the solution in the future. Upgrading your Dynamics GP system ensures that you have access to new features, in addition to a resolution to any system glitches. Upgrading regularly also provides you with tax compliance, improved security, and more predictable costs.  

For users on older versions of Dynamics GP, these will be staying on the existing Fixed Policy Lifecycle. However, if you wish to retain your support, please find below the support end dates for the older versions:

    Version                 Mainstream Support      Extended Support