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As a Senior ERP Consultant, I deliver strategic solutions and expert advice to clients. To further enhance my expertise, I am always actively engaged in continuous learning. Learning is something I am truly passionate about. I consistently strive to improve my industry knowledge in Microsoft Dynamics GP, SQL, Power BI, and Azure. Additionally, I am keen on exploring technologies such as LLMs, Python, and Tableau.

The primary objective of my blog is to share valuable knowledge. I will not only share intriguing errors that I encounter during my day-to-day activities, but I will also provide detailed explanations and analysis of each error, offering valuable insights and practical solutions to address them effectively and efficiently. While I am immersing myself in the process of learning a new technology, I will create other posts on my blog. Teaching others not only reinforces the information in my mind but also facilitates the learning journey for fellow philomaths.

  • What’s New GP2018: Workflow Features

    Microsoft Dynamics GP 2018 was released in December 2017 and new features are abound. One of the most impressive features for me is the changes to the workflow process, which defines how information flows through the system. Workflow 1.0, released with Microsoft Dynamics GP 2013, worked the same as it did in Business Portal without…


  • Adjustment periods from Microsoft Dynamics GP to Business Central

    In Microsoft Dynamics GP, a 13th period is an optional, extra accounting period that some organizations use at year end to post final adjusting entries after period 12 has been closed. This includes entries like audit adjustments, accruals, or reclassifications. The purpose is to allow accountants to finish closing activities and clean up the books…


  • Speaking at Dynamics Con 2026


  • Fixing the Empty Zip File Mystery on Windows 11

    Fixing the Empty Zip File Mystery on Windows 11

    Introduction Microsoft’s newest and most sophisticated operating system, Windows 11, has a wealth of features that are intended to improve the user experience and make it more intuitive. It does, however, have certain bugs, just like any other piece of software. One such issue that many users have run with is the puzzling occurrence of…


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Samantha Vislay

Samantha Vislay, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a seasoned ERP consultant with a focus on Microsoft Dynamics GP. Holding certifications in Microsoft Dynamics GP, Windows Server 2012, and Azure, Samantha brings over three years of experience as a Techno-Functional Consultant. Her expertise encompasses support, training, implementation, integration, and customization of Microsoft Dynamics GP solutions. Samantha’s career began in IT support, eventually transitioning to the ERP domain as a consultant. Presently, she is contributing her skills and knowledge at Enavate.


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