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GP to BC Migration

Migrating from Microsoft Dynamics GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central is more than a software upgrade—it’s a strategic transformation for payroll, HR, and finance teams. This guide walks payroll leaders through every stage of the GP to BC migration process, including planning, data preparation, testing, training, and go-live support. Learn how to reduce risk, maintain compliance, improve reporting, and maximize value from your new cloud-based ERP platform.

Payroll Trends in 2026

HR and payroll are evolving rapidly in 2026 as organizations embrace AI automation, flexible employee pay options, and stricter pay transparency regulations. Businesses across North America are transforming payroll operations into strategic workforce tools that improve compliance, employee experience, and operational efficiency. From earned wage access to AI-powered payroll workflows, companies must modernize systems and adopt fair compensation practices to stay competitive

Cloud Transformation for Professional Services

Professional services firms are rapidly adopting cloud transformation to improve operational efficiency, collaboration, scalability, and client service delivery. Discover how modern cloud solutions help firms streamline workflows, reduce IT costs, and support long-term business growth in 2026.

Fully integrated payroll in Microsoft Business Central reduces manual processes, eliminates reconciliation headaches, and enhances team productivity. Learn how Payroll by Sylogist transforms payroll and HR operations for modern organizations.

municipality ERP

Many municipalities rely on lean finance teams to manage budgets, payroll, reporting, compliance, and audits. As demands grow, older ERP systems can start to fall behind. This blog explores the early warning signs, from manual reporting and spreadsheet dependence to disconnected workflows, delayed visibility, and rising operational risk, helping local governments identify when their current system may no longer support efficient, accurate financial management.

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Future-proof your payroll with Payroll by Sylogist for Business Central. Discover how a fully integrated, cloud-based payroll solution improves accuracy, reduces costs, automates payroll processes, and scales with your organization's growth.

Government ERP upgrade guide for moving from Dynamics GP to a future-ready cloud system

A step-by-step guide helping governments evaluate Dynamics GP limitations and plan a future-ready ERP upgrade with confidence.

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Payroll is the most sensitive function in any ERP - and as Dynamics GP approaches end-of-life, the pressure on payroll teams is only increasing. This article explains why waiting to migrate adds risk, and why starting payroll planning in 2026 is the safest path to a smooth Business Central transition.