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10/08/2026

Dear Password, We’re Done.

It’s not us. It’s the breaches. 😬

Passwords have had a good run, but between phishing, password reuse, credential theft, and constant resets, it may be time for a change.

Enter passkeys.

Passkeys offer a more secure, phishing-resistant way to sign in—using biometrics, a device PIN, or a security key instead of a traditional password.

For organizations, moving toward passwordless authentication can mean:
✅ Less reliance on vulnerable passwords
✅ Better protection against phishing
✅ Fewer password resets
✅ A simpler sign-in experience for users

So, maybe it’s time to say:

“Goodbye, password. I’ve met someone new.” 👋

Read our latest Cybersecurity Awareness Month article to learn how passkeys are changing the way we authenticate—and what businesses should consider as they make the transition.

👉 https://paradigmtechnologyconsulting.com/blog/cybersecurity-awareness-month2026/

For decades, passwords have been the first line of defense for our online accounts. But passwords are also one of the biggest security weaknesses organizations face. Weak passwords, reused credentials, […]

10/06/2026

Microsoft Dynamics GP 18.9 Is Here!

Microsoft has released the October 2026 release of Dynamics GP (18.9).

If your organization is running Dynamics GP, now is a good time to review what’s included in the latest release and start planning your upgrade.

Need more information about the new release?
Need assistance planning or completing your Dynamics GP upgrade?

The team at Paradigm Technology Consulting (PTC) can help.

📧 [email protected]
🌐 PTCsolutions.com

09/18/2026

Thinking about moving from a legacy ERP system to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central?

The implementation shouldn’t start with configuration—it should start with business decisions.

Before setup begins, organizations should have a clear understanding of:
✔️ Financial and reporting requirements
✔️ Operational processes and rules
✔️ Approvals and security controls
✔️ Master data requirements
✔️ The information leadership needs to make better decisions

Getting these decisions aligned early can help create a more practical implementation path and reduce avoidable rework later.

Our latest article explores the key business decisions to consider before moving from a legacy system to Business Central.

👉 https://paradigmtechnologyconsulting.com/blog/move-to-bc/

Moving from a legacy system to Business Central is more than a technology change. It is an opportunity to decide how your organization wants finance, operations, reporting, approvals, and security to work moving forward. Before configuration begins, leadership and project teams should agree on the b...

09/11/2026

Today we pause to remember the lives lost, the courage of the first responders, and the strength of the communities that came together in the face of tragedy.

Their legacy continues to inspire us all - today and always.

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we’re taking a moment to recognize the dedication, hard work, and contributions of the people who make a difference every day.

To our employees, customers, partners, and industry colleagues—thank you for all that you do and for helping us move forward together.

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day!

08/04/2026

Streamline Sales Order Processing in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Sales order entry doesn’t have to be a time-consuming, manual process.

With Copilot-assisted sales line suggestions, built-in Copy Sales Document functionality, and the Sales Order Agent for email-based order intake, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central gives sales teams powerful ways to automate repetitive tasks and work more efficiently.

In our latest blog, we explore how these built-in capabilities can help your team:

✅ Reduce repetitive data entry
✅ Improve order accuracy
✅ Speed up order processing
✅ Respond to customers faster
✅ Get more value from Business Central’s automation tools

Ready to make sales order processing smarter and more efficient?

Read our latest blog to learn how Copilot and built-in automation can help streamline your sales process.

Creating sales orders does not have to be a fully manual, time-consuming process. Business Central offers several ways to streamline order entry, including Copilot-assisted sales line suggestions, the built-in Copy […]

07/31/2026

Leadership Announcement: Barbara Maguire Appointed CEO of ISS Solutions HTM and PTC - Paradigm Technology Consulting

We’re pleased to share that Geisinger has appointed Barbara Maguire as CEO of ISS Solutions Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) and Paradigm Technology Consulting (PTC), effective July 26, 2026.

Barbara brings more than 15 years of experience with ISS Solutions and Geisinger, having served as VP of HTM since 2022. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong commitment to client success, quality, innovation, and growth—including achieving ISO 13485:2016 certification, expanding commercial HTM services across North America, and delivering consistently strong client satisfaction and retention.

Her leadership and expertise will be valuable as ISS Solutions and PTC continue to evolve and expand our capabilities to serve healthcare organizations and businesses with innovative technology and solutions.

Barbara shared, “I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as CEO of ISS Solutions and PTC. I also want to thank Peter Brooks for his years of guidance and support. I look forward to working with our leadership team, colleagues, clients, and Geisinger to advance our shared goals for quality, innovation, and growth.”

We also extend our sincere appreciation to Peter Brooks for his years of leadership and contributions to ISS Solutions and PTC as he prepares for his retirement.

Please join us in congratulating Barbara on her new role and wishing her continued success as she leads ISS Solutions and Paradigm Technology Consulting into the future.

https://www.isssolutions.com/barbara_maguire_ceo/

07/20/2026

We're proud to share that Paradigm Technology Consulting has been recognized on Accounting Today's 2026 VAR 100 list!

This annual ranking recognizes the leading value-added resellers of accounting and ERP software across North America, highlighting organizations that are helping businesses achieve more through technology and expert consulting.

Read more about this recognition and what it means to us: https://paradigmtechnologyconsulting.com/blog/2026-var100/

Paradigm Technology Consulting (PTC) is proud to announce its inclusion in Accounting Today’s 2026 VAR 100, an annual ranking that recognizes the leading value-added resellers (VARs) of accounting and ERP […]

07/10/2026

Still thinking in GP segments? It's time to think in Business Central dimensions.

One of the biggest mindset shifts when moving from Microsoft Dynamics GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central is understanding the difference between segmented accounts and dimensions.

Instead of embedding reporting values like department, location, or fund directly into your chart of accounts, Business Central uses dimensions to capture that information at the transaction level.

The result?
✅ A cleaner chart of accounts
✅ More flexible reporting and analysis
✅ Greater scalability as your business grows

If you're planning a migration from Dynamics GP or simply want to better understand how Business Central handles financial reporting, our latest blog breaks it down.

👉 Read the full article: https://paradigmtechnologyconsulting.com/blog/gpsegments_bcdimensions/

Dynamics GP customers are used to a segmented chart of accounts, where values such as company, department, location, fund, or main account are built into the account number. In Business […]

07/04/2026

Happy 250th Birthday, America!

Today, we celebrate 250 years of freedom, innovation, resilience, and opportunity.

As we gather with family and friends this Independence Day, we're grateful for the communities we serve, the partnerships we've built, and the men and women—past and present—whose sacrifices have helped shape our nation.

From all of us, we wish you and your family a safe, happy, and memorable Fourth of July as we celebrate this historic milestone together.

Happy Independence Day, America! ❤️🤍💙