Microsoft has announced significant updates regarding the future of Dynamics GP and Dynamics SL, urging customers to consider migrating to Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Key Dates:
Dynamics GP:
- Product enhancements, regulatory updates, and technical support will end on December 31, 2029.
- Security updates will be available until April 30, 2031.
- After April 30, 2031, service plan coverage ends, subscription licenses are no longer renewable, and additional perpetual users cannot be added.
- The final day for new customers to license Dynamics GP subscriptions is April 1, 2026.
Dynamics SL:
- Mainstream support ended on July 11, 2023.
- Extended support, including security updates, will end on July 11, 2028.
- After January 15, 2030, service plan coverage ends, and no additional perpetual users can be added.
Migration Benefits to Dynamics 365 Business Central:
- Comprehensive Solution: Business Central offers a unified platform covering sales, finance, project management, manufacturing, supply chain, and service operations.
- AI Integration: Leverage built-in Microsoft Copilot capabilities and customizable AI agents to automate and optimize operations.
- Reduced Technical Debt: Modernizing from legacy on-premises systems eliminates redundancies, cuts costs, and improves visibility into business performance.
Migration Process:
Microsoft provides tools to facilitate the transition from Dynamics GP and SL to Business Central. The process involves:()
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Preparation Phase: Assessing the current environment and planning the migration timeline.
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Data Replication: Securely copying data from on-premises SQL Server to Azure SQL Database using Azure Data Factory.
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Data Upgrade: Upgrading replicated data to align with Business Central's online environment.
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Completion and Follow-Up: Optimizing the new environment, setting up user access, and decommissioning the old system.
For more information and to explore migration options, visit the official Microsoft blog post.