When it comes to choosing the right ERP solution, a growing number of GP Partners have presumed to know exactly what their customers need. Some Partners have picked an ERP product and are “presuming” that their clients will eagerly follow suit, uprooting the Dynamics GP system that has become the circulatory system of their business to embrace the new solution—without so much as a second thought.
If your Partner presumes to know what’s best, maybe you shouldn’t assume their interests align with yours.
What is behind this presumptive loyalty? Is it really in your company’s the best interests? And if your Partner is presuming to make decisions about what’s good for you, should you assume they have your best interests at heart?
Loyalty Without Choice?
Many GP Partners believe that their clients will remain loyal to them no matter the path forward. But in doing so, they presume their customers won’t consider all their options, including the very viable choice of staying with Dynamics GP for years to come.
Here’s the reality: Dynamics GP remains one of the best ERP solutions for small to medium-sized businesses in North America. With features that cover extensive industry verticals, deep integrations, and a massive support network, GP has been serving businesses effectively for decades. And its not going to just stop working in 2031 if and when Microsoft decides to stop supporting it.
Yet, some Partners are pushing clients toward other products—presuming these are “better suited” without considering each client’s unique needs.
Dynamics GP remains one of the best ERP solutions for small to medium-sized businesses in North America.
What’s in it for Your Partner?
It’s worth asking: Why are these Partners so eager for you to make the switch? For some, it’s about incentives. Certain ERP publishers are paying Partners more if they move more customers over to their platforms. This raises a ton of red flags. If your Partner benefits more by moving you than by keeping you where you are, is this alignment really in your favor?
Why are some Partners so eager for you to switch? It’s worth asking if their recommendations are driven by incentives, not your needs.
What’s really motivating your Partner to push you in this direction? Is it genuine interest in your needs, or is it simply about their own bottom line? If they’re presuming to know best, maybe it’s time for you to question the assumptions driving these recommendations.
Dynamics GP Isn’t Going Anywhere
For tens of thousands of users, GP isn’t just software—it’s the backbone of their business. This ERP system integrates with essential applications and provides financial and operational reports that leaders rely on. And while other ERP solutions might tout their cloud capabilities, GP offers multiple deployment options, including robust cloud hosting through solutions like PowerGP Online, created by Njevity. With PowerGP Online, you can move GP to the cloud without sacrificing your current data, integrations, or functionality.
Dynamics GP remains the backbone for thousands of businesses. It’s not going anywhere if it still meets your company’s needs.
Dynamics GP is here to stay for those who want it. There are still some great partners and ISVs out there that will support Dynamics GP and encourage you to stick with it as long is it continues to meet the needs of your business. And there are still 40,000 other companies using and relying on Dynamics GP to report to their banks, to manage their inventory, and to make better decisions.
“If Your Partner Presumes, You Shouldn’t Assume”
So, to all the Dynamics GP customers out there: if your Partner presumes to know what’s best, maybe you shouldn’t assume their interests align with yours. Take the time to explore your options. The right choice is the one that meets your unique needs, not just your Partner’s objectives. After all, if your Partner presumes, you should not assume.
