Friday, April 29, 2011

Dynamics GP2010 R2 Feature of the Day

Ability to Email Reports


Why this feature is cool!
Our lastest release will allow the end-user to email reports from within Dynamics GP
  • Allows user to email reports that have report options
  • Will give ability to email from three different locations
  • Will have ability to attach or embed the report within the Email

What does it look like?
All reports will be generated in HTML format. The ability to email requires the end-user to setup an Email Option within the report options form. Once an end-user saves the email option, they will now have the ability to email the report.

Email Options: (Example: Reports - System - Security - User Security - click New or Modify if report option exists)


Click Email Options button:


Select who will be receiving the email and how it will be displayed (either attached or embedded) in the email. Once this is complete, then choose OK to save the email options setting for this report option.

Now an end-user will see that an Email button is now enabled for this particular report option in three locations:

In the Reports form:


In the Reports Option form for the particular report:


In the Ribbon for the Reports Lists:



Thursday, April 28, 2011

Dynamics GP2010 R2 Released Early!

We are proud to announce the release of Dynamics GP2010 R2!

Overall Highlights:

  • Over 50 feature adds for R2
  • Industry leading Business Intelligence with enhancement to SQL Reports, Word Templates, and Email
  • Release of Business Analyzer that adds value to Light Users and extends the reach of ERP to everyone in the organization

  • Check out the "What's New" PDF.

    Microsoft Dynamics GP2010 R2 is available for download on the Product Release page.

    Service Pack 2 for each product is included in the download.

    Dynamics GP Service Pack 2 version is 11.00.1752.

    Tuesday, April 26, 2011

    Dynamics GP2010 R2 Feature of the Day

    SOP Return Word Templates

    Why this feature is cool!
    In Microsoft Dynamics GP2010 R2 SOP Return templates were added to the core template reports. With this added functionality, a user can print a SOP return document to Word and mass email SOP returns to customers as they are able to do with other SOP documents in Microsoft Dynamics GP2010.

  • Allow users to assign Microsoft Office Word templates to a Report Writer report
  • Enables users to assign templates to specific companies or customers
  • Direct integration with Microsoft Office Word to customize or create templates
  • Offers users the option to create new templates or copy existing templates
  • Enables users to assign a template that ships with Microsoft Dynamics GP2010 to their existing modified reports

    What does it look like?
  • Friday, April 22, 2011

    Dynamics GP2010 R2 Feature of the Day

    Report Builder Integration - Export

    Why this feature is cool!
    The report builder integration makes it easier to export a report within the Microsoft Dynamics GP client. In the navigation lists there is a new action on the ribbon that allows you to export your report to different file types. This functionality reduces the number of steps you need to take to export a report. Previously you would have to launch your report server of SharePoint location, render the report and choose export to render the report to the desired file type.

    Export Options:

  • XML
  • CSV
  • PDF
  • MHTML
  • Excel
  • TIFF
  • Word

    What does it look like?

  • Tuesday, April 19, 2011

    Dynamics GP2010 R2 Feature of the Day

    Report Builder Integration - Edit and View

    Why this feature is cool!

    The report builder integration gives a seamless integration for editing and viewing a SQL Reporting Services (SRS) reports within the Microsoft Dynamcis GP client making it easier to use. You no longer have to know where the report is stored.

    What does it look like?
    Edit: In the Metrics Detail window, an Edit button has been added to modify the list of the reports you have access to. Selecting a report from the available metrics and choosing the edit button will launch Report Builder and automatically display the report selected. You also have the option to edit the report from the Navigation list by selecting the Edit Report Action in the ribbon.




    View: The view button has been added to the ribbon for ease of running the report in native or SharePoint integrated mode. The homepage has also been updated to move the view option. Using these modes allows for parameter values to be edited upon rendering the report. This seamless integration removes the need to manually navigate to where the report is deployed.

    Thursday, April 7, 2011

    Payroll Tax Update - Round 3 & 4

    The Round 3 Tax Table update has been released. If you have already installed the Round 2 update, you will only need to download the Round 3 tax tables. To verify that you have the Round 2 update, your Dynamics GP version number will be the following:

  • GP 10: 10.00.1701
  • GP 2010: 11.00.1667

    If you are on a previous version, the Round 2 update will need to be installed prior to installing the latest tax tables.

    To install the tax tables only, go to Microsoft Dynamics GP - Maintenance - Update Tax Tables and follow the process of installing the latest tax tables. If you need the Round 2 Tax Update, please contact Jim Williams at Collins Computing to assist you in getting the latest updates installed on your system.

    The Round 4 Tax Table update has been released.

    This release contains all previous state and federal tax table updates as well as:

  • 941 form changes
  • Program code changes that improve the way Microsoft Dynamics works
  • Tax table changes for the following states: Oregon - including a new filing status **The program code is required for any company filing a 941 form. If you have employees in Oregon, you are required to install both the tax table and the program code.Please contact Jim Williams at Collins Computing to set up an appointment to get this installed. He can be reached at (949) 457-0500 x260.

    As a reminder, Version 9 is no longer supported and will not be available for this update. If you need any of these updates we will need to update your system to GP2010 before proceeding. Please contact support@collinscomputing.com for a proposal to upgrade to a supported version of Dynamics GP.





  • Monday, April 4, 2011

    Dynamics GP2010 R2 Feature of the Day

    New SQL Reporting Services Reports

    Why this feature is cool!

    Microsoft Dynamics GP2010 R2 has over 50 new SQL Reporting Services reports within Financials, Purchasing, Field Service, Payroll/Human Resources and Sales modules. These Charts, Maps and Tablix reports can give users more insight into their Microsoft Dynamics GP data and are incorporated into the Home Page Metrics, Business Portal and Business Analyzer.

    What does it look like?


    • 12 Field Service Reports


    • 14 Financial Reports


    • 4 Manufacturing Reports


    • 13 Sales Reports/2 Purchasing Reports


    • 5 Payroll/Human Resources Reports

    New Sales Mapping Chart that shows commissions by state and can have color coding based on unique business needs.

    Friday, April 1, 2011

    Collins Computing Client Advisory Board

    We are excited to announce the reviving of the Collins Computing Client Advisory Board (CAB)! Please assist us in servicing our diverse client base in the best possible way. We will meet occasionally throughout the year via conference alls or surveys with the exception of our first meeting, which will be at Convergence in Atlanta on Apri 11th at 2pm. Although you do not have to be attending Convergence, we would love for most of our Advisory Board memebers to truly be taking advantage of opportunities like Convergence to expand their knowledge. Use this initiative to express your ideas, concerns, and comments surrounding your relationship with Collins Computing.

    CLICK HERE is you are interested in participating on our CAB for 2011.