For years, Solomon (now known as Microsoft Dynamics SL) has been a reliable accounting and project accounting solution for many businesses.

It’s stable. It’s familiar. It’s worked.

But today’s business environment looks very different than it did when Solomon was first implemented.

Cloud access. Real-time reporting. Remote teams. Integration across departments. AI-driven insights.

The question isn’t whether Solomon was a good system.

The question is whether it’s still the right system for where your business is headed.

🚩 5 Signs You May Be Outgrowing Dynamics SL (Solomon)

1. You’re Still On-Premises

If your system requires local servers and VPN access, you’re likely dealing with:

• Higher IT overhead
• Limited remote flexibility
• Increased maintenance costs

Modern ERP systems are built for secure cloud access from anywhere.

2. Customizations Are Hard to Maintain

Many Solomon environments have years of customizations layered on top.
The result?

• Updates become complicated
• Support becomes specialized (and harder to find)
• Changes take longer than they should

3. Reporting Feels Rigid

If generating new reports requires outside help or heavy manual effort, leadership visibility suffers.

Today’s decision-makers expect real-time dashboards and self-service reporting.

4. Integration Is Limited

Modern businesses rely on CRM systems, payroll platforms, e-commerce tools, and analytics software.

If your ERP doesn’t integrate easily, your team ends up doing double entry — or relying on spreadsheets.

5. Microsoft’s Long-Term Direction Is Clear

While Dynamics SL is still supported, Microsoft’s innovation focus has shifted heavily toward:

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Business Central is Microsoft’s strategic cloud ERP platform for small and mid-sized businesses — and where ongoing development investment is happening.

Why Businesses Are Moving from Solomon to Business Central

Business Central offers:

✔ Cloud-based flexibility
✔ Continuous updates (no major version upgrades)
✔ Stronger integrations with Microsoft 365
✔ Real-time dashboards
✔ Scalable functionality as your business grows
✔ A modern user experience

It’s not just an upgrade.
It’s a transition from a legacy ERP to a cloud-first business management platform.

The Bigger Picture: Future-Proofing Your Financial System

Solomon may still be working — but “working” and “strategic” aren’t the same thing.

If your business is:

• Growing
• Expanding locations
• Adding service lines
• Managing more complex projects
• Looking for better data visibility

Then it may be time to evaluate what the next phase looks like.

Not Sure Where to Start?

Migrating from Dynamics SL to Business Central isn’t just a software switch.
It’s a strategic decision that affects operations, reporting, and long-term scalability.

COE Solutions helps businesses evaluate:

• Current system health
• Customization complexity
• Upgrade vs. migration paths
• Cloud readiness

Because the goal isn’t just to move systems.
It’s to move forward.

For more information:

☎️ CALL 504-885-8686

📨 EMAIL coe@coesolutions.com