When it comes to executing green business environments, most companies focus on the server and infrastructure side, and with good reason.  Servers, routers and switches require a large amount of electricity to run them, not to mention the additional power run separate AC units to keep them from overheating.  But what about software? 

New ERP software can make companies go paperless, right?  Not precisely.

There is an increased acknowledgment that the “paperless office” is somewhat of a myth.  Sure, Microsoft Dynamics GP can automate many processes and thus in theory, reduce the necessity for paper.  But the truth is that our old habits die hard.  A Xerox study found that the average office worker prints more than 1,000 sheets of paper per month, and of the 45% is thrown out on the same day it is printed.  This same study also found that 89% of people editing a document online will still print a hard copy for reference sake.

So does this mean your ERP solution can’t be green?  Not at all.  For instance, perhaps your company has launched a “green initiative”.  You’ll need a tool to measure your success and monitor things to ensure processes flow the way they should.   With Microsoft Dynamics GP Key Performance Indicators, you will see when you’ve reached goals in areas such as fuel consumption, electrical use, waste reductions etc.  Web Browser Access creates a virtual environment where employees can work remotely, thus reducing traffic and pollution.  Electronic document delivery features in Microsoft Dynamics GP allows for the organization and scheduling of e-mail delivery for invoices, credit memos and other sales documents to your customers in XML, HTML, Office Excel, or PDF format.

Your goal is to get "greener" - Microsoft Dynamics GP can help you meet that goal.