Why Convergence is Worth the Extra $300

Thursday, January 26, 2012 by Jeff Smith

Early Bird Registration for Convergence 2012 in Houston expired yesterday, removing the $300 discount that had been available. Although the price of admission is a little higher, the benefits of attending Convergence still far outweigh the costs.

The value of Convergence comes from both the content of the sessions and the connections that you can make. Convergence offers a unique opportunity for keeping up-to-date on Microsoft® products and technologies; learning about the future vision and strategy for Microsoft Dynamics products; and networking with peers, industry experts, and Microsoft representatives who can help you extend your existing solutions to improve your bottom line.

As a Microsoft Dynamics user, Convergence offers something unique for you and the product(s) that you depend on to operate and automate your business:

Microsoft Dynamics AX

At Convergence®, explore and experience the benefits of Microsoft Dynamics® AX 2012 while learning how to get more value from Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009. Learn about Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 enhanced industry and core enterprise resource planning (ERP) functional capabilities. Whether you are an existing customer looking to upgrade or a prospective customer considering Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012, you will walk away from Convergence with what you need to help your organization move forward and get more from your ERP investment.

You’ll also learn about:

Upgrade value, best practices, and resources.
Industry-specific enhancements and vertical solutions.
Microsoft® Office and Microsoft Dynamics CRM integration.

Microsoft Dynamics CRM

Microsoft Dynamics® CRM 2011 was a landmark release for our product. At Convergence® 2012, you’ll experience the excitement of new Microsoft Dynamics CRM capabilities, including key enhancements in social customer relationship management (CRM), business productivity, collaboration, and insights. Whether you are deploying CRM for the first time or you’re looking to extend your deployments with Microsoft Dynamics CRM, you will leave this event with a complete view of all the new innovation now available with Microsoft Dynamics CRM as well as where the product is heading in both the short and long term.

Microsoft Dynamics GP

At Convergence®, see Microsoft Dynamics® GP 2010 and connect with the experts to get more out of the investment you have already made, and find out about the powerful upcoming Microsoft Dynamics GP “12” release. Learn how to use the financial and operational functionality of your solution to quickly adapt to the changing needs of your business and maximize the productivity of your people. Plus, discover how Microsoft Dynamics GP 2010 R2 can help you find a new way to do business with:

Enhanced ease of use and personalization.
Advanced functionality.
Business intelligence (BI) reporting capabilities that go beyond basic reporting.
Built-in integration with Microsoft Dynamics CRM.
Interoperability with other line-of-business applications.
Online services and partner-hosted cloud solutions.

Microsoft Dynamics NAV

Within this year’s Microsoft Dynamics® NAV track agenda, you will have the opportunity to learn more about how Microsoft Dynamics NAV is designed to help you secure greater control, enhance your margins, and drive profitable growth. We will engage participants in sessions this year around these topics: cloud, industry-specific topics, and product tips and tricks, as well as technical deep-dive sessions. You’ll also have the opportunity to see what’s coming in the next release, Microsoft Dynamics NAV “7,” both in sessions and in hands-on labs.

Microsoft Dynamics SL

Attend Convergence® to learn about the additional features available for Microsoft Dynamics® SL 2011 and the areas of focus for the next release. Learn more about how this solution helps your project-driven organization streamline business processes, deliver insight, and connect project management and accounting across company divisions and locations. Plus, discover how the capabilities in Microsoft Dynamics SL 2011 can enhance business success, including:

Business intelligence solution for Microsoft Dynamics SL.
Connector for Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Microsoft Dynamics SL.
Built-in connectors for Microsoft® Office and Microsoft Project 2010 for increased data sharing.
Learn how to enhance existing Microsoft Dynamics SL 2011 features.

The Microsoft Dynamics SL track will provide sessions on new features, tips and tricks, and Microsoft Dynamics SL user group lead topics.

Register for Convergence 2012 Today so that you don’t miss out on all of this great content and the opportunity to connect with other software users and professionals in sunny Houston, Texas!