Why Growing Companies Are Leaving Dynamics GP for Business Central due to ending Microsoft GP support
- Dennis Korol
- May 6
- 3 min read
If you're still running your business on Microsoft Dynamics GP, you're not alone—but you're part of a shrinking group. More and more growing companies are making the move to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, and for good reason.
It’s not just about Microsoft GP support coming to end-of-life timeline because (though that’s a big one). It’s about staying competitive, scalable, and efficient in a cloud-first world.
Let’s walk through what’s happening, what your business might be feeling right now, and why so many others are making the switch.
Is This You? A Quick GP Readiness Checklist
Ask yourself the following:
Are you exporting data into Excel just to get a clear report?
Do you struggle to access your system when you’re away from the office?
Are your IT costs rising because you’re still running on aging servers?
Are you worried about staying compliant with tax or industry rules?
Are you unsure if GP will scale with your growing team or locations?
Are you looking at other systems like NetSuite or QuickBooks?
If you said “yes” to three or more—you’re not alone, and it’s probably time to explore your options.
The Real Problem with Staying on GP
Dynamics GP has served businesses well for years, but here’s the reality:
It’s not built for remote work or mobile access.
You’re likely spending more time and money managing servers and IT support.
Updates are slowing down or have already stopped.
You may already be doing extra work just to keep the system running smoothly.
These limitations only get more painful as your business grows.
What Modern Companies Need From ERP Today
Growing businesses need more than accounting software—they need connected, flexible tools that help teams collaborate and make decisions fast. Business leaders today expect:
Real-time dashboards and reports
Mobile access to financials, sales, and inventory
Integrated tools that talk to Outlook, Excel, and Teams
Built-in workflows and automation to reduce manual steps
Cloud security and compliance peace of mind
GP wasn’t built with these things in mind—but Business Central was.
Why Business Central Is the Next Logical Step
Dynamics 365 Business Central is the modern, cloud-based ERP from Microsoft. It’s designed for companies ready to grow without outgrowing their systems.
Here’s what you get:
All-in-one financials, operations, and sales in the cloud
Automatic updates and no more server headaches
Dashboards, KPIs, and reports at your fingertips
Seamless connection with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Teams, Outlook)
Scalable pricing that fits your business as it evolves
And because it’s from Microsoft, your team already knows how to use it.
Waiting Will Only Make the Move Harder with the ending Microsoft GP support
The truth? Microsoft GP support is ending.
No new GP licenses after April 2026
Mainstream support ends September 2029
Security patches stop by April 2031
The longer you wait to plan your upgrade, the more complex—and expensive—it becomes. Moving now gives you the time to migrate safely, train your team, and tailor Business Central to your exact needs.
Axtegrity Can Help You Make the Move with Confidence
At Axtegrity, we work with businesses like yours every day. We specialize in GP-to-Business Central upgrades and make the process smooth from start to finish:
We review your current setup
Help you clean and move your data
Customize Business Central to fit your workflows
Train your team for success
You don’t have to do this alone. And it doesn’t have to be painful.
Let’s Talk About Your Future
You’ve built your business on GP. But it wasn’t meant to be forever.
Let’s explore what Business Central could do for your company.
Why work with Axtegrity?
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all ERP projects that drag on and burn through your budget. That’s why we offer Rapid Deployment packages—fixed-cost, fixed-timeline solutions for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Choose the option that fits your needs:
💼 Financials only – Go live in 8 weeks with core accounting, sales, and reporting
📦 Distribution – Add inventory, warehousing, and costing in just 12 weeks
🧾 Jobs & Project Costing – Perfect for project-based teams managing budgets and WIP
🙏 Church & Nonprofit CRM – Designed just for faith-based organizations
🔧 Basic Setup Guidance – DIY your ERP setup with light-touch support
No hidden fees. No surprises. Just fast, successful go-lives.
👉 Let’s start with a free consultation — we’ll help you decide which path is right for your business.
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