GTS Merges Leading Glass Business Software with Microsoft Dynamics GP

More than 40,000 companies, ranging from small business to multi-national corporations, trust their business to Microsoft Dynamics GP.



Announced at the GlassBuild America Expo, the new solution embeds the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Bank Reconciliation components of Microsoft Dynamics GP directly into the market-leading GTS GlasPac®LX software. This combined solution is unique to the glass industry and is the first step in an evolutionary approach to business management software created specifically for glass industry needs.



More than simple compatibility, embedding the two systems means users do not have to toggle between separate applications or import/export data. Instead they are able to seamlessly access and use GlasPacLX files and data from within the familiar Microsoft® Office interface. The result is one-step, streamlined access across key business and data management tools, for greater productivity, flexibility and ability to grow a business.



Part of the GTS evolution

GTS is well-known for its flexible and customizable front office and data integration tools, such as GlasPacLX and BREAKAWAY® business management solutions. GTS leads the industry in innovation, services and best-in-class products created from the input of its 5,000 users throughout North America.



This new solution combining Microsoft Dynamics GP and GTS technologies continues the GTS commitment to serve the changing needs of the glass business, and to provide innovative technology solutions that are easy and productive to use.



“We’ve built a reputation for innovative glass business software for two reasons -- our superior technology and listening to customers and the changing market trends they need to navigate,” said Mike Jones, president of GTS. “By combining Microsoft’s accounting solutions with our market-leading GlasPac software, we’ve just eliminated another barrier to empowering yet simplifying glass business operations.”



“Microsoft Dynamics GP is a scalable business management solution that provides a solid foundation for managing business financial data and processes,” said Jon Pratt, senior director of Microsoft Dynamics GP, Microsoft Dynamics SL and Microsoft Dynamics Retail Management System. “GTS, with its strong vertical market expertise in the glass business, has created a unique solution that leverages all of the strengths of Microsoft Dynamics GP while continuing to provide all the benefits of the core GTS software.”



See the demo at the show

GTS is demonstrating the new solution at the “Microsoft Across America Truck” showing innovative partner solutions. Visit Booth 5329 for complete information and to see the latest from GTS in action. The demo will show you how to:

• Connect business processes with your accounting system for a single, streamlined solution.

• Improve access to business data. Users can simply search for information rather than always needing to know how to navigate to a specific report.

• Empower people by providing the familiar Microsoft Office look-and-feel that makes it easy for your people to quickly become productive in the new solution.



Creating your custom solution

GTS is able to offer customers customizable solutions that combine GTS GlasPacLX and Microsoft Dynamics GP. GTS has specialists in their support department to assist your business with accounting solutions. Microsoft technical support, resources and partnership are also available.



About GTS

GTS, a wholly-owned subsidiary of PPG Industries, is the leading software and systems provider to the glass industry. Based in Portland, Ore., its products have helped glass shops deal with the increasing technical demands of the business since 1982 by integrating their business needs and connecting them with consumers, suppliers, insurance companies and third-party administrators.