• Entering The Minimal Required Data: In order to make data entry easier on your team, Microsoft Dynamics® CRM allows you to customize data entry fields as mandatory, business recommended, or optional. This way, they won’t be able to cut corners when it comes to the integrity of your data.
• Data Duplication: Nothing is more frustrating than realizing you have a number of duplicates in your CRM system. In Microsoft Dynamics CRM, you can use data duplication rules that generate alerts when there is a duplicate entry.

Microsoft Dynamics CRM has your back while you’re going through data entry. Yes, it can be a tedious process, but when the solution is checking things on the backend, it can make a tedious process much more streamlined…and accurate! Best of all, your CRM data can remain meaningful for your business.

By Alexandra Gonzalez with PANGEA Business Solutions, Microsoft Dynamics Partner out of Florida

• Your current ERP software solution is old and out of date. If customization requires a matrix of coded workarounds, it is not worth the money you’re throwing at it to do its job. Manipulating software is necessary to some extent, but if your software currently causes more headache than relief, then it may be time to start from scratch.

• You’re not entirely sure of what you need it to do. ERP software customizations aren’t a time for experimentation. You need to be absolutely clear of what your main goals and objectives are before entering into the world of software modification. If you jump in before you’re ready, you risk wasting valuable time, resources, and a huge chunk of your software budget. This is where a software partner is vital in the process. They know what questions to ask and what areas to focus on. There are also phased approaches to ERP implementation that can ease the overwhelming nature of these projects as well as go easy on your budget.

If you’re trying to answer the questions of whether to modify or not modify your current ERP solution, contact us at PANGEA Business Solutions for guidance. We can ensure you make the right decision for your company.

By Alexandra Gonzalez with PANGEA Business Solutions, Florida Microsoft Dynamics Partner

The problem with disparate systems, which is the case for many companies, is that it can’t provide an all-up snapshot of your business. Why do you need this snapshot? So you can make decisions that will benefit your company and help you grow in a sometimes troubled economy. Excel spreadsheet tracking is also a common practice, but one that takes time and resources that greatly affect your bottom line. Even after all that manual manipulation of data, you can’t achieve real-time insight.

Microsoft Dynamics GP is a comprehensive ERP solution that can provide your company the real-time information you crave. Not only does it handle all financial information, it can manage your distribution needs with advanced modules such as inventory management or Purchase Order (PO) and Sales Order (SO) processing.

Yes, ERP software creates multiple benefits, but we think this benefit is the most crucial for a company’s success. Imagine what you could do with real-time data and then contact us to see how it’s possible with Microsoft Dynamics GP.

By Alexandra Gonzalez with PANGEA Business Solutions, Florida Microsoft Dynamics Partner

A cluttered office is counter-productive.  You would be surprised by the amount of time you spend looking for the right paper or the right data in file folders, stacks of papers, or on your computer.  The more time you spend searching for data delays the very task you are trying to complete.  When you use a comprehensive software solution, like Microsoft Dynamics® GP, you always know where your data is when you need it.

Having all of your data in a single software platform is far more efficient.  Microsoft Dynamics GP makes it possible for users to filter through the data to the most important information for their role. Instead of having too much information, GP works smarter and faster so users can too.  Removing the clutter from the screen further streamlines the ability to enter and find data.

Spend less time searching for data and more time using it to drive your business to success with Microsoft Dynamics GP.

By Alexandra Gonzalez with PANGEA Business Solutions, Florida Microsoft Dynamics Partner

Microsoft Dynamics® GP gives you control over and visibility into what’s going on in your business. It’s quite amazing how this control and insight can put business owners and employees at ease, helping them to enjoy the simple things again. Less stress means more productive people and processes. Here are just a couple ways Microsoft Dynamics GP helps you embrace simplicity again:

-        With Microsoft Dynamics GP, employees don’t have to request reports from other departments to get the data they need to do their job. With role tailored views and custom dashboard capabilities, everyone at your company will gain valuable insight, helping them stay productive without much hassle.

-        Microsoft Dynamics GP also eliminates the need for manual processes. By automating accounts receivable and accounts payable, companies can be confident that their data is in real-time and accurate so they can make proper business decisions.

If you’re interested in enjoying the simple things in life again, contact us at PANGEA Business Solutions to find out more ways Microsoft Dynamics GP can help.

By Alexandra Gonzalez with PANGEA Business Solutions, Florida Microsoft Dynamics Partner

Aberdeen has covered all the bases in this whitepaper when trying to quantify ROI in comparison with TCO for ERP Software. They have measured improvements achieved through ERP implementation which then creates a view into cost reductions across the board.

This Whitepaper confirms that a well-managed ERP solution can be a dependable source of cost savings and operational improvements.  Read the complete whitepaper here and let us know if you have any questions.

By Alexandra Gonzalez with PANGEA Business Solutions, Florida Microsoft Dynamics Partner

Reinventing yourself is a motivational way to put you in the driver’s seat and this is especially true for your business. In order to take charge of your future, you need to gain control and Microsoft Dynamics CRM helps you do just this:

• Be Better: Being better is very objective, yet it can be put into perspective when you involve you competitors. Microsoft Dynamics CRM allows you access to sales and marketing trends in relation to your competitors so you can always strive to be better than the rest.
• Grow Stronger: There are many ways to grow stronger as a business, but the most important of them all is growing a stronger customer base. Microsoft Dynamics CRM gives you the tools and information needed to build a loyal customer base and it even helps streamline customer support or service scenarios, helping you save time and money.
• Become Profitable: Being better and growing stronger ultimately leads to the main goal of becoming more profitable as a business. Who doesn’t want to make more money and do more good? Microsoft Dynamics CRM makes that possible again by connecting your office so you can easily and effectively make the decisions that help reinvent your business.

For more information about Microsoft Dynamics CRM, please contact us at PANGEA Business Solutions.

By Alexandra Gonzalez with PANGEA Business Solutions, Microsoft Dynamics Partner out of Florida

Important things to keep in mind:

-        A holistic solution may mean integration of a number of products. Every business is different, and some even have industry specific solutions. Although this may hit your budget harder than you thought, the end benefit of connecting various products to receive a comprehensive picture of your business is huge.

-        Pay close attention to how new ERP software reacts with your current IT solutions. Sometimes addition of ERP software can muddy up the waters if you don’t keep them in mind. You need to ask how this will affect your current solutions before anything is actually done.

Although it is extremely possible to acquire a holistic ERP solution, it will take time, dedication, and resources to get to where you want to be. This isn’t meant to scare you off, but is a realistic view at what to expect. Please contact us at PANGEA Business Solutions with any questions about ERP Software.

By Alexandra Gonzalez with PANGEA Business Solutions, Florida Microsoft Dynamics Partner

• The software vendor relationship is important: The relationship with your software vendor should be strong and you should have a high level of trust developed before moving ahead with a big CRM implementation project.

• There are no stupid questions: In software implementations, you should know what’s going on. Although your software vendor is there to take care of the process, you still need to make sure things are headed in the right direction. So if you don’t understand a process or an additional charge, ASK!

• Get everyone involved: A CRM solution is meant to connect your business. Ideally, you want everyone to use the solution and use it right so you can achieve a return on your investment. Get them involved in the implementation project by asking them a few basic questions. Write down their wish lists and specific requirements or even gauge how comfortable they are with technology. All this information can increase the chances of success for your CRM implementation.

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By Alexandra Gonzalez with PANGEA Business Solutions, Microsoft Dynamics Partner out of Florida

Powerful ERP software such as Microsoft Dynamics® GP is easy to use and implement quickly.  Since it resembles other commonly used Microsoft software, employees will be comfortable with the features and functions with minimal training.  Microsoft Dynamics GP will also simplify many daily processes, reduce manual data entry, and reduce the chance for human error.  This will all add up to a time savings and improvement in productivity for each user.  Providing a single software solution that is easy to use will make it easier for employees to leave spreadsheets, disparate software, and ledger books behind.

Microsoft Dynamics GP centralizes critical business data into a single location allowing employees to share data easier than ever before.  Employees can customize their work screens so that they have the features they need to use daily.  Nearly unlimited built-in and customizable reports will allow employees to generate and print or email any number of reports.  They will spend less time searching, reporting, analyzing, and emailing information back and forth across the office.

ERP software can streamline and simply many daily tasks and operations, helping a business work more efficiently, productively, and with greater profitability – so long as the employees are using the software to its fullest capacity.  Software as easy to use as Microsoft Dynamics GP will encourage rapid adoption of the software, helping you reach your business goals.

By Alexandra Gonzalez with PANGEA Business Solutions, Florida Microsoft Dynamics Partner