Enterprise System Case using Microsoft Dynamics GP via DynamicsCloud

• In Event: ERP Education

Abstract

This case increases students’ understanding of enterprise systems by applying course concepts in an active-learning setting. Specifically, students build on previous course knowledge by using Microsoft Dynamics GP 2013 via a cloud provider, DynamicsCloud. Cloud applications allow companies to reduce information technology costs and use one consistent platform across the entire company, whether they have one or many locations across the globe. The case consists of three main parts (i.e., system overview, data collection and storage, and information retrieval) and integrates internal controls and exercises within each part of the case.

Upon completion of this case, students understand the basic functions of an enterprise system. Activities require students to collect and process data in the revenue and expenditure cycles, identify internal controls within the system, and provide useful information for decision making. In addition, the students gain hands-on experience using an enterprise system and acquire skills that transfer to other enterprise systems or to upgraded versions of Dynamics GP which companies can use to support global operations. After completing the case, students report outcomes of increases in accounting information system knowledge, system navigation skills, and the ability to learn on their own.

The case provides instructional material in the form of videos, examples and exercises. The appendix contains reference manuals made available to students as separate documents. The case also includes teaching notes and solutions.

Authors

• Marcia Weidenmier Watson, Mississippi State University

• Bonnie K Klamm, North Dakota State University

• Joann Segovia, Winona State University

• Mark W. Lehman, Mississippi State University