Microsoft Returns Collections Management Solution for Dynamics GP to Professional Advantage

As part of its ongoing strategy with Microsoft Dynamics GP 2013 to return Microsoft Dynamics add-on solutions to ISV control, Microsoft is transferring the ongoing sales, maintenance and support of Collections Management back to Professional Advantage, developers of the software. 

Beginning June 1, 2013, new licenses to Collections Management will only be available for purchase via channel partners registered with Professional Advantage, according to company officials.

"Microsoft continues to see Collections Management as offering important functionality for many Microsoft Dynamics GP users," said Errol Schoenfish, Director Product Management, Microsoft Dynamics GP, in a blog post. "Professional Advantage is a highly respected member of the ISV community and we are confident about the future of the product and Professional Advantage's ability to work closely with partners. We have worked hard together on making the transition simple for partners and customers."

Current users with licenses to Collections Management will continue to receive new releases, enhancements and support by signing up for a maintenance plan with Professional Advantage through their channel partners, officials said.

Additionally, Professional Advantage will make a new release of Collections Management available June 1, 2013. The new release will include updates to features and functionality including: significant timesaving improvements, utilizing collection plans to automate collection steps; integration with non-Microsoft Dynamics GP invoicing systems; Quick Start setup wizards; and improved reporting, according to company officials.

"Professional Advantage is delighted to have a new release of Collections Management in the wings," said Brent Hitterdal, General Manager, Professional Advantage, in a statement. "The new release features significant time-saving improvements, utilizes collection plans to automate collection steps, ...