Dynamics GP
This accounting system is used primarily by North American and Australian companies, mainly small and medium-sized.
Developed by Great Plains Software
Dynamics GP was originally developed by Great Plains Software. The first version was released in February 1993 as the first accounting systems in the United States which was designed and written to be multi-user and to run under Windows as 32 bit software. The solution was in late 2000 acquired by Microsoft and integrated into their ERP portfolio.
The financial management system helps small and medium-sized organizations that handle most of the functional areas such as budget management, reporting, advanced consolidation, etc. These functionalities are available out-of-the box, which rapidly enables you to integrate and automate your financial and operational processes faster. The solution that is scalable, is ideal for companies with plans to grow.
Dynamics GP is now the second most popular of Microsoft DynamicsERP solutions in relation to the number of users. GP has never had any major market share in Europe, this is mainly due to the solution's weak multi-currency functionality and the strength of the competition from, for exampleDynamics NAV / Navision .
Microsoft Dynamics GP (formerly Great Plains Software) and Microsoft Dynamics NAV (formerly Navision) have a lot in common, but there are differences between the two ERP solutions.
Which ERP system suits your company
Are you uncertain about whether you should choose Dynamics NAV or Dynamics GP and which of the two ERP systems that suits the needs of your company? Maybe we can help. Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Microsoft Dynamics GP has fundamentally many things in common, but they are not completely identical.
Powerful functionalities
Both ERP solutions include a wide range of effective functionalities that makes it possible to manage the many processes that are necessary for running a modern business.
The two ERP systems also have in common that they are both part of Microsoft's ERP portfolio, which means that they work seamlessly with other Microsoft solutions and systems. Therefore, both of the systems also have a familiar and not least intuitive user interface.
Microsoft Dynamics NAV
Dynamics NAV is extremely well suited for customized solutions and therefore ideal when you need to develop specific functionality for your industry. Dynamics NAV is also particularly suitable if you need a system that can be adapted as your business grows.
Why Dynamics NAV ?:
- More functionalities than start level accounting systems
- Supports continued long term growth
- Ideal for companies operating in an international environment
- User-friendly and customized user interface through Roletailored ERP
- Easy to use, customize, and modify
- Full functionality for manufacturing processes
The differences
However, when deciding which of the two ERP systems thats suit your company best, you need to identify the differences rather than the similarities between the two solutions.
We have selected some of the most remarkable differences below.
Accounting / Financial Management
GP
Includes a wide range of functionalities for financial management and fulfill your specific business needs with improved control and security.
NAV
Complete functionality for financial management and a more flexible accounting plan that can trace financial transactions through account dimensions.
Reporting
GP
You can easily configure and run consolidated accounts.
NAV
With Dynamics NAV you get a flexible reporting structure, which means you can deliver results in exactly the way your company requires.
Sales order processing
GP
Includes 'out-of-box' features that enables automated sales order processing with customized Word templates which can be e-mailed to customers and ability to collect line item billing informations for items not in stock.
NAV
Invoice for stock and non-stock items. Leverages the flexible reporting tool that helps to create invoices which are based on the company's or customer requirements.
Payroll
GP
Payroll functionality is an 'out of the box' functionality in Dynamics GP.
NAV
Payroll functionality is available through an integrated third-party solution, such as Lessor payroll system.
Procurement
GP
Has functionality for planning material requirements. Dynamics GP makes it possible to make smarter decisions relating to purchases based on specific requirements and also requisition management capabilities.
NAV
Comprehensive functionality of purchasing provides real-time access to order status, inventory, product specification, production plans, requisition management and approval of purchase order.
Production
GP
Dynamics GP has manufacturing functionalities which includes sales forecasting, production costs, quality assurance, administration of technical modifications and administration of claims for capacity planning.
NAV
Dynamics NAV can improve the performance of the production from the floor in your store to the bottom line in your account by controlling various areas of the manufacturing process, such as order entry and delivery, material billing, supply and capacity planning, flexible production, version management, demand forecasting, machine parts centers and production planning.
Sales order processing
GP
Includes 'out-of-box' features that enables automated sales order processing with customized Word templates which can be e-mailed to customers and ability to collect line item billing informations for items not in stock.
NAV
Invoice for stock and non-stock items. Leverages the flexible reporting tool that helps to create invoices which are based on the company's or customer requirements.
Inventory management
GP
Reduces handling and increases the accuracy in the storage management and ensure the correct inventory is available at the right time.
NAV
Achieve maximum utilization of your storage room through tracking of inventory items, reducing the amount of storage products by optimizing the storage, streamlining operations, increased productivity and improved order execution. Dynamics NAV is an ideal ERP solution for inventory management.
Project management
GP
Includes 'out-of-box' features that enables automated sales order processing with customized Word templates which can be e-mailed to customers and ability to collect line item billing informations for items not in stock.
NAV
Invoice for stock and non-stock items. Leverages the flexible reporting tool that helps to create invoices which are based on the company's or customer requirements.
Additional functionality
GP
Additional features and enhanced functions are available through a large network of certified third-party partners.
NAV
The source code in Dynamics NAV is available to developers. NAV also has a large network of certified third-party partners working within the software itself.
Dynamics NAV vs Dynamics GP tabel
Feature Benefits |
Microsoft Dynamics NAV |
Microsoft Dynamics GP |
Can adapt the specific structure and needs of your company |
✓ |
|
Easy 'Out of the box' installation |
✓ |
|
A flexible solution that can adapt as your business growths |
✓ |
✓ |
Compatible with hundreds of additions for business-specific functionality |
✓ |
✓ |
Role tailored client, a custom interface for each employee |
✓ |
✓ |
Streamlined Finance / Accounting |
✓ |
✓ |
Integration with Microsoft Office |
✓ |
✓ |
Familiar Microsoft user interface |
✓ |
✓ |
'Out of the box' payroll functionality |
✓ |
|
Suitable to be adapted to each specific industry
|
✓ |