Venue: Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 1WG
Is it time to rethink your Dynamics GP strategy?
Dynamics GP has served many organisations well for years - but the landscape is changing fast.
Join Advantage and Microsoft for an exclusive, in-person event designed specifically for Dynamics GP users who are considering what’s next. This session will explore how Dynamics 365 Business Central, combined with AI, Copilot and the wider Microsoft ecosystem, is transforming finance, operations and decision-making for growing organisations.
Whether you’re actively planning a move or simply want to understand your options, this event will give you clarity, real-world insight, and practical next steps.
What you’ll gain from attending
- A clear understanding of why now is the right time to modernise from Dynamics GP
- A practical overview of Dynamics 365 Business Central, including live demonstrations
- Insight into Copilot and AI-powered finance — what’s real today, not just future vision
- A real customer story / case study from organisations who’ve made the move
- How Business Central works better together with Microsoft 365, Power Platform and Azure
- Guidance on migration paths, funding options and partner support
- The chance to ask questions directly to Microsoft, Advantage and technical experts
Agenda -
11:30: Arrival - Welcome Tea and coffee
12:00: Welcome & introductions
Justin Bown, Sales Director, Advantage
12:15 Setting the stage: Why now for AI-powered business applications
Ali Wright, SMB Director, Microsoft
12:45: Dynamics 365 Business Central overview & live demos, including Copilot and embedded AI capabilities. This session will onclude a case study of an organisation that has made the move
James Bowles, Service Delivery Director, Advantage
13:45: Lunch Break
14:30: The Microsoft ecosystem - Business Central + Microsoft 365, Power Platform and integrations
Gary Griffin & Danzel Mulasi, Account Managers, Advantage
15:00: Transform Your GP Transition into a Business Central Win - with Simple, Powerful Reporting & Analytics with Cosmos
Fiona Wise & Rob Jackson, Cosmos Data Technologies
15:30 Partner value & next steps - Migration approach, support and funding options, including exclusive Advantage offers
Panel Discussion with Justin Bown, Padraig Kelly, James Bowles & Gary Griffin, Advantage
16:00 Q&A and Close - Please do stay around for some Post Event Drinks (venue TBC)
Who should attend?
This event is ideal for:
- Finance Directors and CFOs using Dynamics GP
- Finance Managers and Controllers planning system upgrades
- IT and Operations leaders supporting GP environments
- Organisations considering cloud, AI and automation in finance
- Anyone exploring a supported, future-proof alternative to GP
Why attend with Advantage?
Advantage is a long-standing Microsoft partner with deep experience helping organisations successfully migrate from Dynamics GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central. We combine strategic guidance, technical expertise and real-world delivery experience to ensure migrations are low-risk, well-planned and deliver measurable value.
Secure your place
Spaces are limited for this in-person event at Microsoft’s Reading offices.
Contact us to request a place ( places are strictly limited so don't delay)
