Showing posts with label Training. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Training. Show all posts
06 December, 2010
Register today for the 2011 Microsoft Dynamics GP Tech Conference
The 2011 Microsoft Dynamics GP Technical Conference is open for registration. This Partner event is in Fargo again this year; March 1-3. They haven't posted the agenda, speakers, or sessions just yet but I'm sure we'll see Dave, Mariano, and some other familiar faces with some new information for us.
02 November, 2010
Decisions 2010 - Extending Your GP Distribution Solution with the Field Service Series Session Materials Available for Download
I have posted both a .pdf version and a .ppsx version of the Decisions 2010 - Extending Your GP Distribution Solution with the Field Service Series presentation for download.
20 October, 2010
Decisions 2010 Program Schedule is available
With Decisions 2010 just 2 weeks away MSDynamicsWorld has published the Program Schedule online so you can plan your conference activities.
Check out the GP Day Program at http://decisions.msdynamicsworld.com/content/dynamics-gp-day-program.
See you there!
Check out the GP Day Program at http://decisions.msdynamicsworld.com/content/dynamics-gp-day-program.
See you there!
14 October, 2010
Decisions 2010 - November 2, 2010
I have recently wrapped up the presentation on the Dynamics GP Field Service Series that I will be delivering at MS Dynamics World Decisions 2010 on November 2nd. I'm excited to be presenting this year, for my first time, so please register and join in. Too bad it's not being delivered live; no heckling.
There's a great group of presenters this year including popular bloggers and MVPs Mark Polino, Jivtesh Singh, and Leslie Vail among others. Visit http://decisions.msdynamicsworld.com/ to register today.
There's a great group of presenters this year including popular bloggers and MVPs Mark Polino, Jivtesh Singh, and Leslie Vail among others. Visit http://decisions.msdynamicsworld.com/ to register today.
19 July, 2010
Dynamics GP Conference Session Brainstorming
I've been approached recently by a couple of organizations to speak at Dynamics Conference/Learning events this fall. I'd like nothing more than to give back to the community by offering up my time and experience to share with those that might be interested to hear what I have to say.
I'd like to hear from the community on this if you would be kind enough to spare a moment. What kind of topics, content, etc. do you feel are lacking at these types of events?
My technical expertise spans general GP functionality, SQL Server (Administration, SSIS, SSRS, T-SQL Development, etc.), and GP Development/Integration Tools (Modifier/VBA, Visual Studio Tools, Integration Manager, eConnect, etc.) among other topics.
You can browse some of my blog posts and LinkedIn Profile to learn pretty quickly what I am good/passionate about if you don't already know. I'd love to hear from you perspective how I might be able to best fill a gap at one of these events. Please share your thoughts with me by commenting on this post or shoot me an e-mail.
Thanks!
I'd like to hear from the community on this if you would be kind enough to spare a moment. What kind of topics, content, etc. do you feel are lacking at these types of events?
My technical expertise spans general GP functionality, SQL Server (Administration, SSIS, SSRS, T-SQL Development, etc.), and GP Development/Integration Tools (Modifier/VBA, Visual Studio Tools, Integration Manager, eConnect, etc.) among other topics.
You can browse some of my blog posts and LinkedIn Profile to learn pretty quickly what I am good/passionate about if you don't already know. I'd love to hear from you perspective how I might be able to best fill a gap at one of these events. Please share your thoughts with me by commenting on this post or shoot me an e-mail.
Thanks!
02 May, 2010
"Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 Cookbook" available for preorder now!
Dynamics GP MVP and consultant extraordinaire Mark Polino of DynamicAccounting.net has been working hard on a new book titled "Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 Cookbook". It's now available for preorder at https://www.packtpub.com/microsoft-dynamics-gp-2010-cookbook/book and scheduled for release in the August/September time frame.
If you know Mark Polino, have attended any of his Dynamics GP 50 Tips Sessions at Convergence, and/or have been following his blog over the years you know his overall knowledge of all things Dynamics GP is unmatched. If you are brand new to the world of Dynamics GP I have no doubt that you will find this tips style book, with content applicable to versions 8, 9, 10, and 2010, to be your most valued reference to expand and deepen your knowledge of Dynamics GP. It's excited to see his book being published. This without a doubt will have something for everyone.
If you know Mark Polino, have attended any of his Dynamics GP 50 Tips Sessions at Convergence, and/or have been following his blog over the years you know his overall knowledge of all things Dynamics GP is unmatched. If you are brand new to the world of Dynamics GP I have no doubt that you will find this tips style book, with content applicable to versions 8, 9, 10, and 2010, to be your most valued reference to expand and deepen your knowledge of Dynamics GP. It's excited to see his book being published. This without a doubt will have something for everyone.
28 April, 2010
The Best of Convergence 2010... from a Consultant's perspective.
I had a great time at Convergence this week. With ~8,500 people in attendance this was quite an event that Microsoft pulled off remarkably. Here's are some of my takes on the conference and some reasons why you should consider attending next year:
1. Learning Opportunities galore! The opportunity for education and learning for everyone at Convergence is at an all time high.
I don't have to administer GP systems on a day to day basis in my role BUT getting the opportunity to sit through another Mariano and Dave show on the Support Debugging Tool reminded me how much work that can be. I had a client at the conference ask me why I hadn't turn him on to this tool before after he had attended the session. Ooops! Visit the Support Debugging Tool Portal for more information http://blogs.msdn.com/developingfordynamicsgp/pages/support-debugging-tool.aspx
I finally got to see a Polino 50 Tips session. You can download the slide deck here http://msdynamicsgp.blogspot.com/2010/04/convergence-2010-50-more-tips-in-50.html. I've been a GP consultant since 1997 and started working with Mark in 1999. Yet, I still learned a lot in this session. Even if you're the most seasoned consultant, GP administrator, or power user you need to check this out. Plus, if you sit up front you are better looking for it.
The interactive sessions were great. GPUG sponsored a session in which we discussed various solutions, problems, and uses applicable to SmartList Builder for Dynamics GP. Participants had an open forum with industry experts & Microsoft Support Engineers to voice their requirements or problems and get immediate feedback, suggestions, and in many cases solutions on the spot. That type of response alone was worth the price of admission.
2. Networking, networking, networking... Together.
Catching up with old friends like Bob McAdam at Tribridge, Dwight Specht at IBIS, Marc Blumenthal at Intelladon, Susan Looby at ACE, and my partner Tom Karpowich at Straight Arrow Consulting was great fun but reconnecting with current and former clients, renewing relationships, and making new connections really made this worthwhile for me. I was able to help a few people out with some problems they were having, a few others helped me find some solutions to some of my clients problems, and I was able to pick up a few new engagements to boot.
3. The Expo was terrific.
The ISV network for Dynamics GP is fantastic. The Closer was quite a popular attraction, I was able to help a client review some retail management solutions with Professional Advantage and Nodus Technologies, and some of the Atlanta Falcon's Cheerleaders dropped by. There's virtually a solution for every problem and requirement at the Expo. It was worth the price of admission just to be able to talk to all of the ISVs and take some of the products for a test drive.
4. Reviewing new and existing but under utilized functionality has better equipped me to serve my clients Today and Tomorrow.
Today: Everyone should spend some time with Excel Report Builder for Dynamics GP. It's extremely simple to use and administer. Admittedly, I had not used this feature of Dynamics GP. But, after sitting through a very well delivered session on the subject I now feel like an expert on the tool. It's that simple and will allow you to very quickly and easily create Excel Reports hooked directly to your GP data that can be accessed by anyone in your organization WITHOUT logging into GP. Saves time and money. Who doesn't like that?
Tomorrow: As a Field Service Consultant, among many other things, I was excited to see some new enhancements coming out to that suite of modules with GP 2010. Consolidated Contract Invoicing, support for Kits and Non Inventory Items, and multi-level escalations are just a few of the great new features coming out next month. Everyone is excited about GP 2010.
5. Dynamics CRM continues to impress on several levels.
I've been working on a CRM Implementation this year and am very familiar with the core functionality and customization tools so I didn't attend sessions on those topics. There were just too many other sessions I felt compelled to attend. But, it was obvious to me that the CRM footprint continues grow within the Dynamics family of products.
I have followed the evolution of the integration between Dynamics CRM and Dynamics GP and was able to attend the session on that. There are many integration options and they continue to grow rapidly. You can learn more about that here http://crm.dynamics.com/en-us/technology/integration.aspx. They demonstrated how non developers can quickly create unique synchronizations between the systems leveraging a simple mapping UI. Of course, there is advanced functionality that does require some developer skills, such as hooking up services to external applications, that will allow you to create more complex integrations.
In summary, I had a great time. The food and drink were abundant and varied. The accommodations were excellent and convenient. The location in the heart of Atlanta was fun and exciting. The people were engaging. The content was of exceptional value. I can't enough about how much I got out of this conference.
Other than the 3 mile hikes between sessions in the Georgia World Congress Center and some bottlenecks in the flow at escalators I just can't find anything to complain about. Of course, with over 8,000 people in attendance you have to expect some logistical challenges. I have to applaud everyone who made the event what it was. Well done! Thank you!
Start making plans for next year!
1. Learning Opportunities galore! The opportunity for education and learning for everyone at Convergence is at an all time high.
I don't have to administer GP systems on a day to day basis in my role BUT getting the opportunity to sit through another Mariano and Dave show on the Support Debugging Tool reminded me how much work that can be. I had a client at the conference ask me why I hadn't turn him on to this tool before after he had attended the session. Ooops! Visit the Support Debugging Tool Portal for more information http://blogs.msdn.com/developingfordynamicsgp/pages/support-debugging-tool.aspx
I finally got to see a Polino 50 Tips session. You can download the slide deck here http://msdynamicsgp.blogspot.com/2010/04/convergence-2010-50-more-tips-in-50.html. I've been a GP consultant since 1997 and started working with Mark in 1999. Yet, I still learned a lot in this session. Even if you're the most seasoned consultant, GP administrator, or power user you need to check this out. Plus, if you sit up front you are better looking for it.
The interactive sessions were great. GPUG sponsored a session in which we discussed various solutions, problems, and uses applicable to SmartList Builder for Dynamics GP. Participants had an open forum with industry experts & Microsoft Support Engineers to voice their requirements or problems and get immediate feedback, suggestions, and in many cases solutions on the spot. That type of response alone was worth the price of admission.
2. Networking, networking, networking... Together.
Catching up with old friends like Bob McAdam at Tribridge, Dwight Specht at IBIS, Marc Blumenthal at Intelladon, Susan Looby at ACE, and my partner Tom Karpowich at Straight Arrow Consulting was great fun but reconnecting with current and former clients, renewing relationships, and making new connections really made this worthwhile for me. I was able to help a few people out with some problems they were having, a few others helped me find some solutions to some of my clients problems, and I was able to pick up a few new engagements to boot.
3. The Expo was terrific.
The ISV network for Dynamics GP is fantastic. The Closer was quite a popular attraction, I was able to help a client review some retail management solutions with Professional Advantage and Nodus Technologies, and some of the Atlanta Falcon's Cheerleaders dropped by. There's virtually a solution for every problem and requirement at the Expo. It was worth the price of admission just to be able to talk to all of the ISVs and take some of the products for a test drive.
4. Reviewing new and existing but under utilized functionality has better equipped me to serve my clients Today and Tomorrow.
Today: Everyone should spend some time with Excel Report Builder for Dynamics GP. It's extremely simple to use and administer. Admittedly, I had not used this feature of Dynamics GP. But, after sitting through a very well delivered session on the subject I now feel like an expert on the tool. It's that simple and will allow you to very quickly and easily create Excel Reports hooked directly to your GP data that can be accessed by anyone in your organization WITHOUT logging into GP. Saves time and money. Who doesn't like that?
Tomorrow: As a Field Service Consultant, among many other things, I was excited to see some new enhancements coming out to that suite of modules with GP 2010. Consolidated Contract Invoicing, support for Kits and Non Inventory Items, and multi-level escalations are just a few of the great new features coming out next month. Everyone is excited about GP 2010.
5. Dynamics CRM continues to impress on several levels.
I've been working on a CRM Implementation this year and am very familiar with the core functionality and customization tools so I didn't attend sessions on those topics. There were just too many other sessions I felt compelled to attend. But, it was obvious to me that the CRM footprint continues grow within the Dynamics family of products.
I have followed the evolution of the integration between Dynamics CRM and Dynamics GP and was able to attend the session on that. There are many integration options and they continue to grow rapidly. You can learn more about that here http://crm.dynamics.com/en-us/technology/integration.aspx. They demonstrated how non developers can quickly create unique synchronizations between the systems leveraging a simple mapping UI. Of course, there is advanced functionality that does require some developer skills, such as hooking up services to external applications, that will allow you to create more complex integrations.
In summary, I had a great time. The food and drink were abundant and varied. The accommodations were excellent and convenient. The location in the heart of Atlanta was fun and exciting. The people were engaging. The content was of exceptional value. I can't enough about how much I got out of this conference.
Other than the 3 mile hikes between sessions in the Georgia World Congress Center and some bottlenecks in the flow at escalators I just can't find anything to complain about. Of course, with over 8,000 people in attendance you have to expect some logistical challenges. I have to applaud everyone who made the event what it was. Well done! Thank you!
Start making plans for next year!
18 September, 2009
GP Technical Conference - early registration ends TODAY!
I know that I'm looking forward to this conference. It's been too long since I've made a trek through Fargo. I know Mariano and David will knock it out of the park. Plus, there's the Green Mill!
Message from the Microsoft Dynamics GP Team:
Registration after today is $595. Save $100 by registering today for the Microsoft Dynamics® GP Technical Conference 2009.
It is THE place to learn about “all things” Microsoft Dynamics GP – the product itself, innovative development tools, best practices and more. Additionally, attendees will gain technical readiness for Microsoft Dynamics GP 11 and will learn about new features in the upcoming release. There will be numerous opportunities to network and visit with the Microsoft Dynamics GP development, support and leadership teams as well as with other partners.
Highlights include:
· Interactive concurrent sessions – learn more about the solution from the Microsoft Dynamics GP team
· Roundtable discussions – visit with a small group over lunch on a variety of topics
· ISV Expo and reception – learn about the latest add-on solutions
· Study halls – review specific areas of the solution with experts
· Post-conference training – gain knowledge on Microsoft Dynamics CRM and xRM
The conference, scheduled for November 9 – 11 in Fargo, North Dakota, will provide insight, skills and knowledge that will help move your business forward. Simply put, the conference is THE place to learn all things Microsoft Dynamics GP. How can you afford not to attend?
Visit www.microsoft.com/dynamics/fargodeveloperconference for session descriptions, additional details and registration info. And hurry: the discounted registration rate ends on Friday, September 18!
See you in November at THE place for all things Microsoft Dynamics GP!
The Microsoft Dynamics GP Team
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