Are you considering a transition to a new business system like Dynamics 365 Business Central? This decision may stem from your business outgrowing its current tools or necessitating a change for various reasons. If you currently use Dynamics GP, you may be contemplating the ideal time to strategize and budget for a transition – the great news is that you have the flexibility to do so at your own pace. No one solution is one size fits all. And neither is Centre Technologies offering a one size fits all solution. However, when it comes to your business's needs because of or to cause growth, you ..read more

QuickBooks is one of the most popular small business accounting systems on the market. The overwhelming success of the product is evident with a user base exceeding 3.5 million. For the money, QuickBooks provides good value with a reasonable assortment of features to meet the needs of many small businesses and startups. However, it does have limitations that prevent the accounting software from meeting the needs of small businesses that are experiencing or forecasting rapid growth. As a premier Microsoft Solutions Partner, Centre helps small businesses that were using QuickBooks, and QuickBook ..read more

At some point, every business needs to evaluate if the business system that got them where they are today, is going to continue getting them where they want to go into the future. Your business may be outgrowing your current Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains (GP) solution and you’re considering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC). Are you apprehensive about BC because of all the conflicting opinions you’re coming across? There are a lot of rumors about Microsoft Business Central out there. Too advanced, not advanced enough, cost per license, etc. It's time to learn the truth. We've gath ..read more

Are you ready to take your small business to the next level by migrating your financial accounting software from your server in an office closet to a cloud-based solution? If so, you're making a smart choice! But that decision can be a daunting one so we've made it easy with a checklist to keep you on track.  However, navigating successful migrations can be challenging without assistance. Here are some key insights to guide you through this pivotal process and begin reaping the rewards of a cloud-based ERP solution, such as Dynamics Business Central and similar platforms.   Build t ..read more

There are a lot of important teams at Centre Technologies, but our after-hours teams often shine the brightest when it comes to providing top-tier service. To prove just how amazing they are, we're excited to showcase Seth Sarmiento, one of our awesome Technical Leads for our after-hours and on-call teams. He makes sure his team is addressing and solving after-hours tickets in a timely manner so solutions are truly provided 24x7. Not only is he a hard worker with a passion for going the extra mile, but you'll also soon realize his hobbies will put yours to shame. Talking to him is always a ple ..read more

Many local businesses use pieced-together spreadsheets, applications and other tools to maintain their financial information. This kind of patchwork system requires a lot of manual effort and duplicated data entry. The possibilities are fairly endless when it comes to data duplication. This becomes a serious problem than can affect your valuable storage space, business insights, customer information, and leads to incorrect or flawed decisions. Avoiding these errors is crucial for success.  An increasing number of local businesses are streamlining their financial processes with the help of ..read more

As of November 2023, VMware, a trusted partner of Centre Technologies, was acquired by Broadcom, a global technology leader that designs, develops and supplies a broad range of semiconductor, enterprise software and security solutions. To remain a strategic provider of top quality solutions and support for customers, Centre Technologies has been selected as a Premier tier VMware Cloud Service Provider (VCSP) partner in the Broadcom Advantage Partner Program.  With the goal to continue providing the best enterprise solutions, Centre Technologies is proud to announce they have been sel ..read more

Growth is inevitable the more profitable you become. Perhaps when you're smaller, on-premise ERP infrastructures are sustainable, but the day will come when you ask yourself: do I need something better? The answer to that question is probably a yes. If you're thinking about making a change, we suggest a cloud-based ERP as the solution. Wondering why? If you continue to answer yes to the following questions, you need a cloud-based ERP. (Spoiler alert: one of the best advantages is no up front costs to move. Scroll to learn more) Are you using multiple spreadsheets and applications for your fina ..read more

If you're still operating Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) on-premise, you probably value the control and security that comes with hosting your data in-house. Knowing exactly where your information resides and having a dedicated team on-site for support gives you a sense of confidence in your operations. While you may want to stick with Dynamics GP, there's a better (and more sustainable) path forward. While hosting Great Plains on-premise has its merits, the advantages of transitioning to cloud hosting like Dynamics Business Central far outweigh the benefits of staying put. Here are the t ..read more

As businesses bid farewell to their chaotic spreadsheet system in favor of top-notch financial accounting software such as Microsoft Dynamics or Business Central, gearing up for the transition can seem like a monumental challenge. Whether you're struggling because you're outgrowing your current system or you're just ready for a cloud ERP system change, you need to have a plan in place for when you make the switch.  Transferring your reports, payroll, receivables, payables, and a myriad of financial data from one system to another can be a daunting task. However, with proper preparation, c ..read more