Perhaps your company is struggling with existing complex and costly business software and hardware in order to carry out your day-to-day business activities. Your company has hired a team of expensive specialists/experts to manage and maintain these systems. It has come to the point that your company can no longer keep up-to-date with the latest technology due to limited resources. What should your company seek in a new enterprise solution? With the beginning of a new year, it's important to consider the advantages of making a transition to the cloud.

Cloud computing is a network of your company's business areas located externally on the internet.  The biggest advantage of cloud computing is that you no longer have to purchase expensive business software or hardware - not to mention the costly IT staff required to maintain your systems. All of your company's activities and information are located in an external online server which is supported and managed by an experienced vendor. As all your business functions are online, all necessary updates, upgrades, and backups are done automatically. Additionally, your company benefits from access to real-time information from each department such as HR, Marketing, Sales, and Accounting, among other business areas. Finally, your company benefits from being able to scale your cloud network up or down depending on your business needs and/or as your company grows. With these factors in mind, consider these 5 reasons to choose cloud computing as your next business venture:

• Up and running within days/weeks as there is no purchase of hardware or software. All you need is an internet connection.
• Reduce dependence on IT personnel.
• Remotely access your information from any location on any device.
• Real-time access to your company's information across all business areas.
• Scalability allows for your company to make changes as your company grows.

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There are a number of recorded issues with Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0 and 2010 when attempting to reference VBA code on 64-bit machines. Both Office 2010 and Crystal Reporting are known culprits in causing this issue to occur, as their installations update some system registry keys for VBA 6 incorrectly. Office 2010 references VB7, thus it should not be affecting keys it does not require. Registry Keys are used by the system as container objects, similar to folders, that can store values or further keys. If the value of a registry key is changed without the knowledge of an application that references its value, problems can arise. This would be the case for the VBA 6 file not being found.

I recently had a client of whom we were aiding implement an on-premise installation of GP and needed to deploy the software, along with any customized forms and reports we had designed, to a dozen workstations. After completing the deployment steps without any issue on the first three workstations, it was not until the forth that the system administrator eventually encountered the “File not found: VBA6.dll” error. The error can occur either on login to GP or when accessing custom VBA code through ‘Modifier’, if installed. Upon discussion, I was told that both Office 2010 and Crystal Reporting resided on the machine (Crystal was later removed, however the effects its installation has on registry keys can remain even after its removal).

To resolve the issue, there are two steps that need to be confirmed and/or completed to allow GP to properly reference the system dll:

(NOTE: Making changes to system registry keys is only advisable for advanced users, as incorrectly performing any steps can corrupt the system if care is not taken. Contact your system administrator for help.)
1. Ensure that Dynamics GP is not running.

Saturday’s ice storm was one of the worst ice storms in Toronto’s history. A utility company described the ice story as‘ far worse than imagined. Forestry crews have been brought in to help cut up and move massive tree limbs littering streets and roadways. Over 225,000 homes and businesses are still without heat and light across the city. The city is currently working to restore power and heat across Toronto. (Source: metronews)

It was business as usual here at WebSan Solutions! We experienced no issues throughout the storm and our backup generating system was on standby if needed. Our Microsoft Dynamics GP Hosted environment was up and running without a hitch. You always have access to your data, through our secure network, in our SAS70/SSAE16 certified data centre!

WebSan Solutions is dedicated to helping all businesses make better business decisions by improving their access to important company data and information, in rain or shine!

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HOW TO UPLOAD BUSINESS CARDS INTO DYNAMICS 365 FOR SALES

The best thing about Dynamics 365 for Sales is how easy it is to add a lead into the system. Since the only required fields to add a lead are Topic and the Last name this makes it quicker to add a lead into the system. It’s also common for prospects to provide their business cards which can get lost or misplaced amongst other piles of paperwork. With the help of Dynamics 365 for Sales a Business Card can be added into the Dynamics 365 for Sales for safe keeping. Follow the steps below to add a business card into the profile or a new lead or a new contact.

1. Ensure that you’ve been assigned the Common Data Service User role.

2. Login to the Dynamics 365 for Sales environment. 

3. Click on the Quick Add Button on the top right navigation pane and click on Lead or Contact.

  In the realm of business data analysis and reporting, Jet Reports has become a go-to solution for organizations seeking powerful reporting tools. In this blog post, we will highlight WebSan Inc.'s top 10 recommended Jet Reports from our financial package, based on our expert opinions and customer feedback. 1. Company Overview: The Compa...

In today's fast-paced business world, efficiency and accuracy are essential for success. One area where businesses can improve efficiency and accuracy is in their electronic data interchange (EDI) processes. EDI allows businesses to exchange important data electronically, streamlining communication and reducing errors. WebSan Solutions Inc. offers ...

As AI becomes more prevalent in workplaces, Microsoft is striving to transform your language into the ultimate productivity resource with Microsoft 365 Copilot. This tool seamlessly integrates with your everyday Microsoft 365 apps, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. Moreover, Business Chat enables you to offer AI natural languag...

In Dynamics 365 Business Central, a scrap represents the material that is considered waste or unusable during the manufacturing process. It is typically created when a product is being produced and some of the raw materials are discarded due to defects, quality issues, or other reasons. The scrap can then be recorded in the system as a cost and inc...

Hello there! Today, I want to talk to you about why change management is such a critical component of a Dynamics 365 Business Central project. As you may know, Dynamics 365 Business Central is a cloud-based ERP software designed to streamline and simplify business processes. But, implementing this software can be challenging, and that's where chang...

It's that time of the year again! Microsoft has unveiled its roadmap for the first wave of updates to Dynamics 365 in 2023, outlining the new functionalities expected to be available in the market between April and September 2023. We have highlighted this release's Top 8 new updates and features. 1. Dynamics 365 Customer VoiceDynamics 365 Customer ...

Hey there, folks! If you're running a manufacturing business, you know how crucial it is to get your inventory costing right. Proper inventory costing allows you to calculate your profits accurately, make informed decisions about pricing, production, and purchasing, and stay on top of your accounting game. As a manufacturer, you have three main inv...

Today's blog will compare and highlight the differences between Dynamics 365 Sales Professional and Dynamics 365 Sales Enterprise licenses. A brief overview of Dynamics 365 Sales Professional Dynamics 365 Sales Professional is designed for small to mid-sized businesses that need a basic sales management solution. This license offers a range of sale...

Become a Microsoft Dynamics Expert During Self-Isolation

During this global pandemic, a lot of businesses had to close their doors. To properly enforce social distancing, these companies had to stop running their businesses. The most interesting trend that has emerged from this pandemic is the importance of cloud innovation. Microsoft has always been one of the leading competitors of technological advancement. Microsoft Teams for example has led the way as one of the top platforms being used during this time of social distancing.

One way to become a Microsoft Dynamics Expert during self-isolation is to do online training. WebSan University has over 85+ courses available for multiple Microsoft Dynamics products. These products include Dynamics 365 for Sales, Dynamics GP and Business Central. Take a course on a module, or even a product that you've never used before. Right now, is the perfect time to learn something new that will help you advance as a Microsoft Dynamics Expert. This would also be a great time to get a refresher on one of the modules that you've previously worked with.

Jobs 105: Billing and Expenses

The Business Central Jobs Webinar Series has already covered a wide range of features. Some of these include tasks, planning lines, time, expenses, inventory, and purchase transactions. The fifth installment of this series will be covering Billing and Work in Process (WIP). Using WIP will help users determine the financial value of an on-going job. The costs and sales of this job can be calculated, invoiced, then posted into the general ledger. Join the Jobs 105 Webinar: Billing and WIP to learn more about the following:

• Deep dive into Invoicing for Jobs
• How WIP is calculated for various WIP Methods
• How Deferred Revenue, WIP, Actual Costs and Earned Revenue are calculated

Date: Thursday May 28, 2020
Time: 2:00PM - 3:00PM EST

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Microsoft Teams is the ultimate collaboration tool for small to medium-sized businesses. It provides a way for team members across the globe to connect all in one place. One way that Microsoft Teams users can connect is by using the audio-conferencing feature. This feature assigns the user with a phone number that can then be used to join a meeting or to host an audio-only meeting. It's most beneficial to use this feature when:

● There's a limited internet connection
● It's an audio-only meeting
● Dialling in provides better phone quality
● Users who are joining are using a hands-free device
● The user does not have access to their computer

The Audio-Conferencing feature for Microsoft Teams is available in over 95+ countries across the globe. Click here to view the updated excel spreadsheet and see which countries have this feature available. Any users who are currently using Office E5, the audio-conferencing feature, is already a part of that package. If any users have Office E3 or Office E1, audio conferencing is available as an add-on for $5.10 CDN/month. It's important to note that any calls made to other Microsoft Teams members are free. If the user wants to call numbers that are not within the business, they should sign up for a calling plan. Click Here to learn more about the different calling plans available.

Once the add-on has been added to your Microsoft Teams license, a number will be assigned to the user. This number can start hosting audio-only meetings with up to 250 registrants. Both the employees and external numbers can dial into the conference, but the external numbers will be placed into a virtual lobby. Once the admin is ready, they can go ahead and allow these participants to enter the meeting. This makes the meeting more secure and ensures that the admin is ready for the meeting.

Business Central Jobs Webinar Series Jobs 106:

Posting Setup and Control

Project mangers who are using Business Central should attend this month's webinar! Register today for our Business Central webinar series, Jobs 106: Posting Setup and Control. Learn all about the general ledger setup by joining this webinar. Watch as we go into a deep dive of the general ledger, transaction posting flow and more. Register for this webinar today to learn about the following topics:

● Review G/L setup and transaction posting flow

• Fixed fee

Business Central Jobs Webinar Series 107:

Reporting and Dashboards

The Business Central Jobs Webinar Series is coming to an end. This month's webinar will be the final webinar for this series. Register for the Business Central Jobs Webinar Series 107: Reporting and Dashboards. Learn how to take data from inside Business Central and add it to a reporting model. Build a Power BI or JetReports dashboard to view relevant project information. Join this webinar to learn about the following topics:

● Business Central Native Reporting
● Power BI reporting for jobs
● Jet Reports (excel) reporting for Jobs

Date: Wednesday July 29, 2020

How to Select a Marketing Automation Solution for Microsoft Dynamics 365

Companies of all shapes and sizes have one thing in common: a marketing department. The marketing mangers who run these departments all agree on the importance of a Marketing Automation Solution. One of the more popular marketing automation solutions that is available is Click Dimensions. Any company using Dynamics 365 for Sales (CRM) will be able to ingrate with Click Dimensions seamlessly. Join this webinar to learn more about how Click Dimensions can strengthen your marketing processes. Register for this webinar to learn more about the additional marketing features that come with this software. In this webinar the following topics will be covered:

● What is marketing automation?
● Why is marketing automation important today?
● Selecting the right marketing automation solution

Date: Wednesday August 12, 2020

Time: 2:00PM - 2:45PM

Top 10 Tips and Tricks for​ Dynamics 365 Business Central​

This month's webinar is titled the "Top 10 Tips and Tricks for​ Dynamics 365 Business Central​." Any business owner who uses Business Central won't want to miss this webinar! Learn from the pros as take a deep dive into the heart of Business Central. Watch as they demonstrate the top 10 tips and tricks that all businesses should be utilizing! Join this webinar to learn more about some tips such as:

● Multi-company access made easy
● Bookmarking
● Personalizing the system (custom fields, columns)
● Saving filtered list views
● and more

Date: Wednesday August 26, 2020

Time: 1:00PM - 1:30PM EST

Dynamics GP Migration to Business Central – is now the time?​

This month's webinar will be about the number one most asked question regarding Dynamics GP. Is this the right time to move your data to the cloud? This webinar is for companies that currently have GP but are looking for a cloud solution and would like to know more about the Dynamics GP to Business Central migration process. Join this webinar to learn about the following:

● What is the future of Dynamics GP look like? ​
● Is it time to move to Business Central? ​
● What is involved in a migration to Business Central?
● What's the cost?
   - Migration Services
   - Software

Date: Wednesday September 23, 2020

Time: 1:00PM - 1:30PM EST