Microsoft Bridge to the Cloud Promotion: A Strategic Opportunity for on premise Dynamics Users

For businesses still using legacy Microsoft Dynamics on premises products such as Dynamics GP, SL or NAV and evaluating a move to the cloud, Microsoft’s Bridge to the Cloud promotion provides an exceptional opportunity to make the transition both cost-effective and seamless. This guide highlights the key details, benefits, and steps to help you take advantage of this offer and unlock the capabilities of Dynamics Business Central.

Key Dates

The promotion has been extended through December 31, 2025. Customers must sign up before the end of the promotion, not be live by this date.

Who is Eligible?

The Bridge to the Cloud offer is open to users of Microsoft’s on-premises Dynamics solutions, including:
• Dynamics GP
• Dynamics NAV
• Dynamics SL

Key Benefits of the Bridge to the Cloud Promotion

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Substantial Cost Savings

40% Discount: Businesses enrolling in the promotion receive a 40% discount on the standard commercial list price of Dynamics 365 Business Central licenses.
Fixed 3-Year Term: The discounted pricing remains in place for three years.

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Dual-Use Rights
Microsoft’s dual-use rights enable the use of the current Dynamics on-premises system while gradually migrating to Business Central. This approach minimizes disruption and offers a flexible transition to the cloud.

Modernization with Business Central
Migrating to Dynamics 365 Business Central offers more than just cost savings. It brings significant operational and technological benefits:

Reduced Maintenance Overheads: Eliminate the costs of managing on-premises infrastructure, servers, and manual updates.
Seamless, Predictable Updates: Always stay on the latest version with 2 major releases a year, ensuring access to the newest features and innovations.
Advanced Capabilities: Leverage AI-powered tools, role-based apps, mobile-friendly interfaces, and enhanced integration with Microsoft 365 applications like Outlook, Excel, and Teams.
Enhanced Efficiency: Cloud infrastructure allows your team to prioritize strategic tasks over IT maintenance. Enjoy secure, flexible access from anywhere, at any time.

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How can Ternpoint Solutions help?

As a certified Microsoft Solutions Partner for Business Applications, we can efficiently guide you through the Bridge to the Cloud promotion and transition to Business Central.

Here’s how we can support you:

System Assessment: We will review your current Dynamics environment, identify key areas for improvement, and map out your cloud migration strategy.
Enrollment: Our team will verify that you meet the eligibility criteria for the 40% discount and assist you with the enrollment process.
Seamless Implementation: From data migration to system configuration, we will ensure a smooth and well-planned transition to Business Central.
End User Training: Empower your team with end user training on Business Central’s capabilities to maximize adoption and efficiency.
Ongoing Optimization: Post-migration, we provide continued support to keep your system up to date.

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Why Act Now?

The Bridge to the Cloud promotion is a limited-time opportunity, which Microsoft has extended and is not planning on extending again. Acting early ensures:

You lock in the 40% discount before any upcoming price increases.
You have a flexible, low-risk migration period with dual-use rights.
You position your business to adopt modern cloud capabilities at a reduced cost.

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Next Steps

Evaluate Your Setup: Review your Dynamics system to identify migration priorities.
Contact Our Team: info@ternpoint.solutions

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