Does your company currently own Microsoft Dynamics ERP software? If so, you may have access to additional service benefits that you don’t even remember (or know) exist.When companies buy a Microsoft Dynamics ERP product, they frequently sign up for the annual maintenance plan, officially called an Enhancement Plan. While new users still figuring out the system may take a quick look at the learning tools available, most quickly get back into the routine of work and forget to take advantage of these extra features.That’s a bummer because your Enhancement Plan offers a host of resources to help you make the most of your current Dynamics product, whether you’ve been a user for one month or five years.As a refresher, here’s a glance at … [Read more...] about Microsoft Enhancement Plan 2017
SL 2015 CU2 Rich Client Available
Microsoft recently released an update for Dynamics SL. Microsoft Dynamics SL 2015 CU2 Rich Client with bonus Power BI content is now available.The Microsoft Dynamics SL 2015 CU2 Rich Client upgrade includes all rich client hot fixes that have been created since the Microsoft Dynamics SL 2015 CU1 release. The CU2 release will install over a customer’s current SL 2015 installation (SL 2015 or SL 2015 CU1).This latest update features bonus content in the form of a PowerBI connection document and a PowerBI Project dashboard. The Power BI Dashboard will provide pertinent information on projects.This is a quick snapshot of one of the tabs included in the dashboard showing labor, expense and margin information:There are so far no updates … [Read more...] about SL 2015 CU2 Rich Client Available
Nonprofits to Hold Tech Conference
The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits will host its 2017 Nonprofit Communications and Technology Conference on Feb. 21 at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis. The annual conference focuses on ways nonprofits can further their mission through the latest communication strategies and technological advancements.This year’s keynote speaker will be R.T. Rybak, president and CEO of the Minneapolis Foundation. Rybak, formerly the mayor of Minneapolis, will discuss communication strategies in complex organizations. His topic is “A Diabolical Weapon Called Authenticity.”This year’s conference features more than 30 breakout sessions, with topics on everything from social media and website development to fundraising tips to computer networking and data … [Read more...] about Nonprofits to Hold Tech Conference
Boyer is a 2016 Bob Scott’s VAR Star
Once again, Boyer and Associates has been recognized as a member of the Bob Scott’s VAR Stars, a group of 100 organizations honored for their accomplishments in the field of midmarket financial software.Boyer was recently named a 2016 VAR Star, making this the company’s eighth consecutive mention in the prestigious group. Companies are selected based on growth, industry leadership and recognition, and innovation in their chosen field.The award comes from Bob Scott, a well-known name in the financial software community. He has covered the market for more than 25 years through both print and electronic publications.“Wonderful! We appreciate the recognition,” said President Jack Boyer of the award.Earlier this year, Boyer was also … [Read more...] about Boyer is a 2016 Bob Scott’s VAR Star
5 Common Reasons ERP Projects Fail
Installing an entire ERP system at your company is no small feat. It requires a large investment of both time and money. With the stakes so high, how do you protect your investment and ensure success? How do you avoid a colossal failure?A good start is knowing what pitfalls to avoid. Here are five common reasons why ERP implementations fail: 1. Unrealistic Timeframe It’s easy to underestimate the amount of time it takes on the client side to implement an ERP system. For an implementation to be successful, the company’s internal team must be involved in every step of the process just as much as the partner doing the actual implementation work.Sometimes clients fail to realize that if they’re working 40 hours a week and they want to put … [Read more...] about 5 Common Reasons ERP Projects Fail
How to Add Charts in Dynamics NAV
Charts in Microsoft Dynamics NAV can serve as great first-glance tools for key activities in your business such as year-to-date sales, open invoices, sales by salesperson and so on.Many charts are already imbedded in NAV, but did you know that you can change them or add more to your role center? Did you know that you can add charts as FactBoxes on list pages?Here’s how:While in your Role Center, go to the Applications menu (blue button with a drop-down in the upper left-hand corner).Select "Customize," then "Customize This Page."Highlight "Chart Part" in the Available Parts column and then click on the "Add" button. A Blank Chart box will appear in the Role Center Layout. Click the "Customize Part" button.You will then … [Read more...] about How to Add Charts in Dynamics NAV
Management Reporter Classes Available
Boyer & Associates has finalized dates for the next several sessions of our popular Management Reporter training classes. The next three class dates are as follows:February 22-23 April 19-20 June 21-22These classes are geared toward accountants who have little to no training in Management Reporter. Classes are interactive, giving attendees a chance to learn and practice with an instructor on-hand to answer questions and help troubleshoot any issues.After two days of learning from our in-house expert Paul James you will feel like an expert yourself, with the capabilities to create reports like the following:Trial Balance Reports Income Statements Variance Reports Balance Sheets Statements of Cash Flow … [Read more...] about Management Reporter Classes Available
Set Up Account Balances in Dynamics NAV
Primary Goal: Establish the Bank Account's sub ledger detail in a manner which prepares for processing future bank reconciliations. To do this, you'll need to account for the following items:Ending Bank Balance Outstanding checks Outstanding deposits/other transactionsSuccess Criteria: At the end of the process we need the following:The Bank Account's Balance field value should match exactly with the Bank Account's G/L account balance (as found on the Chart of Accounts and associated via the Bank Account's Bank Acc. Posting Group field). We should have appropriate Open Bank Account Ledger Entries to use on future Bank Reconciliations.Bank Account - Beginning Balances:Presumption: In my demo scenario, I presume the GL … [Read more...] about Set Up Account Balances in Dynamics NAV
How to Choose the Best ERP Partner
If you are shopping for accounting or enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, I hope you’ve gotten past seeing the sizzling demo and buying from the most insistent salesperson. You know that your company-specific requirements are much more important than seeing flashy elements of what someone else wants to make important to you. I don’t even need to bring that up right?Here are six additional tips for helping you find the best ERP software reseller: 1. Your ERP requirements are key. I’ll say it again: Knowing your company’s requirements is a key first step to determining which ERP vendor and product will work best for you. Document your requirements so that you can make your most important needs the focus of any potential vendor … [Read more...] about How to Choose the Best ERP Partner
Why Dynamics SL 2015 Stops Working After Idling
Getting this error message after leaving your computer idle? We have run into this situation with a few of our clients who are running Windows 8.1 or Windows 10 for their desktop operating system. They have Dynamics SL 2015 open but are not working directly in Dynamics SL or have left their computer idle for some time (usually over 20 minutes). When they click on the main menu screen or any module screen for Dynamics SL, they receive this error message.The error message above may differ from “Microsoft Dynamics SL has stopped working” to a module-specific error message, such as “Journal Transactions has stopped working.” In either case, the situation is the same; the error pops up after the computer has been left idle for some … [Read more...] about Why Dynamics SL 2015 Stops Working After Idling
