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"The system is easy to customize and has user-friendly access. ​""The solution offers integrations with other software as well. We have integration with Microsoft Office where we can do Word and Excel, etc.""The fixed assets, payroll, the data module, and user-friendliness are most valuable.""It is a tried and tested ERP system which if used correctly, is definitely a very good program for managing all aspects of a business from customer sales, and receivables management, to payable management and finance reporting. So, it's super critical for any mid-sized company.""I haven't used it a lot, but the best thing is that the processes are very detailed.""It is strong in integration.""We have gained the capability to control and address various issues within the financial module effectively.""It's enhanced by a subscription billing add-on, to efficiently automate billing and invoicing, particularly due to our substantial customer database."

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"I believe Penta costs less than SAP"

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"It requires a lot of expertise to implement.""It still can be improved in web-based and build reporting. ​""Many of our customers are migrating to the cloud rather than staying on-premises.""Initially, we encountered challenges, particularly with users transitioning from their previous applications.""This is now a legacy product, so they're phasing it out over time.""What could be improved is the functionality of Dynamics GP because it requires a lot of development by the programmers and the company in order to integrate into a solution.""The biggest problem with GP is that it's not cloud based and it doesn't lend itself to subscription licensing. But Microsoft wants everything in the cloud and licensed on a subscription basis.Even tThough GP can be deployed on a cloud server, but basically, it's a Windows based product. It uses the older model and companies purchase the program and pay a 16-18 sixteen- eighteen percent annual renewal fee but Microsoft wants everybody to pay monthly or annual renewal fees on a subscription basis.""The purchase order and processing aspects of the solution should be improved."

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"However, the production guys tell me that Penta is not suitable for mass production. If we build a hundred cars per day or more, then we'll have problems. At the same time, I can't say whether the issue is Penta or our process. In other words, maybe we have too many manual projects in it."

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  • "Its pricing and licensing are high. Of course, we all know that it is Microsoft."
  • "​We evaluated some local products, because of the pricing, but this product has better features and support."
  • "For us, in our local currency, it costs us around 5 million Botswanan Pulas a year. It's quite a lot of money."
  • "The solution's price is steep."
  • "I think the tool is competitively priced and it's more of a one-time investment with a low annual renewal fee."
  • "I would say that the pricing is moderate, not cheap, and not expensive. There are many more expensive ERPs than GP, and there are less expensive as well, so it is moderately priced."
  • "In comparison to other ERP systems, the pricing is not necessarily inexpensive, but it can be considered more cost-effective."
  • "It is an affordable solution."
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    Top Answer:The most valuable feature is the ability to easily update and maintain accurate data across all aspects of our operations.
    Top Answer:The approximate cost of Dynamics GP can vary depending on factors like the number of users, additional modules, and infrastructure requirements. On average, it may cost around $50,000 per year for a… more »
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    Also Known As
    Dynamics GP, MS Dynamics GP
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    Overview

    Microsoft Dynamics GP is a complete enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution for small and medium-sized businesses. Dynamics GP helps you gain greater control over your financials, inventory, and operations. It’s easy to implement and use and empowers informed decisions that lead to business success.

    PENTA is construction ERP software, which is short for construction enterprise resource planning software. It combines advanced enterprise technologies with decades of construction industry experience into one, integrated system. Going beyond traditional construction management software, PENTA also incorporates document, content, and business process management capabilities, empowering contractors to:

    • Unify management of construction accounting, financial management, payroll, projects, and service operations into one database.
    • Capture all business content electronically. Eliminate paper and manual process inefficiencies.
    • Mobilize labor, equipment, and material field reporting by crews and technicians with mobile field technology.
    • Analyze historical performance for planning, identify exceptions for action, and trend current performance for forecasting, while "drilling down" to critical supporting detail.
    • Automate multi-location, multi-company, and inter-company accounting.
    Sample Customers
    Rural Metro, WASH Multifamily Laundry, Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, Elcome International LLC, Batteries Plus Corporate Stores, Catalogic Software, Choate Rosemary Hall
    Luckinbill, Murphy Company, Waldinger
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Financial Services Firm20%
    Government20%
    Retailer20%
    Recruiting/Hr Firm10%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company11%
    Real Estate/Law Firm9%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    Construction Company8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company16%
    Retailer12%
    Manufacturing Company10%
    Construction Company8%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business45%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise36%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business31%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise53%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise57%
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    Microsoft Dynamics GP is ranked 13th in ERP with 22 reviews while Penta is ranked 34th in ERP. Microsoft Dynamics GP is rated 7.8, while Penta is rated 7.0. The top reviewer of Microsoft Dynamics GP writes "A user-friendly solution for accounting and sales purchase model with all options in one frame". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Penta writes "Less expensive than some competing solutions, but it's hard to handle logistics management at scale". Microsoft Dynamics GP is most compared with Microsoft Dynamics AX, Oracle E-Business Suite, Epicor ERP, SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA, whereas Penta is most compared with SAP ERP.

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