Professional Advantage

Professional Advantage

Professional Advantage works with companies to help them achieve more with technology.

With a global reach, we have been helping clients deliver successful solutions for over 30 years. We provide software solutions built to our clients’ requirements in the following key areas:
- Business & ERP Systems
- CRM
- Business Intelligence & Planning
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Business Process Management
- Collaboration & Workflow
- Infrastructure & Managed Enterprise Services

Essential Key Performance Indicators for Small and Mid-Size Business. 20/09/2024

As your trusted advisor, we recommend an eBook that provides valuable insights on identifying and measuring the right KPIs for your business. The eBook delves into the importance of KPIs in business operations. It offers practical tips and advice on selecting and measuring the right KPIs that align with your business goals.

Essential Key Performance Indicators for Small and Mid-Size Business.

Unlocking Effective Communication 20/09/2024

Are your project communication plans falling short? It might not be the structure—it might be the listening.
Our blog explores how the gap between planning and deep listening can impact project outcomes. Learn how to truly connect with your team for better results.
Dive into the full article:
https://okt.to/xpXBtD

Unlocking Effective Communication In his book, Oscar Trimboli describes how it is essential to recognise and address the gap between the perception to improve communication and collaboration within your project team.

Migrate with confidence, and turn your vision into impact. 19/09/2024

Get more cloud for less and turn your vision into impact. Reduce data centre costs with benefits available to Microsoft customers. Save by bringing existing licenses to Azure, locking in pricing for predictable workloads, and avoiding potential price increases. Learn more in the infographic below.

Migrate with confidence, and turn your vision into impact.

17/09/2024

Future-proofing your Business Central Investment.
Unleash the potential of your Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central solution with this whitepaper.

https://okt.to/bQs1Wz

17/09/2024

The spotlight is on our latest Power Apps project for a not-for-profit featuring a low-code case management app used as an employee coaching app. Learn how we help them scale their Power Apps developments easily and consistently with our Smart Apps Framework.
Check out the story here:
https://okt.to/ntQx4a

16/09/2024

🌟 Unlock the full potential of Dynamics 365 for Finance and Supply Chain!

Our blog shares expert tips to optimise your user experience, from personalising screens to creating custom workspaces. Whether you're streamlining processes or making the interface work for you, these insights will help you get more out of your system.
Discover how to:
▪️ Hide / unhide screen elements.
▪️ Personalise and save views.
▪️ Edit rows in bulk.
▪️ Customise and create workspaces.

Don't miss out on these valuable tips! Check out the blog now. 👇
https://okt.to/9LofOk

Prompt Ingredients with Copilot.pdf 14/09/2024

Turn your words into the most powerful productivity tool on the planet.

Prompts are how you ask Microsoft Copilot to do something for you, like creating, summarising, editing, or transforming. When creating a prompt, think of it as if you were talking to a helpful coworker; no need to stress over order, formatting, or structure, just keep it conversational.

Reach out to us today to learn more about how to enhance your team's productivity while helping to advance your mission and grow your organisation's impact.
https://okt.to/RqArh2

Prompt Ingredients with Copilot.pdf

13/09/2024

Could your not-for-profit benefit from our Microsoft expertise, long-term partnership, and track record of success in accelerating mission with technology? Let us help you take advantage of Microsoft's grants and modern tools that make a difference in how you serve your community.
Explore why 200+ not-for-profits choose us for their IT needs; check out our website.
https://okt.to/5jJGwT

13/09/2024

Supercharge productivity without compromising on security. Get access to tools that can let you adapt quickly to your business needs and keep your data secure.

Upgrade to Microsoft 365 Business Premium or E3 to work smarter. Its enterprise-grade device and app management ensures your business data is always safe and can prepare your business for a flexible, efficient way of working.
https://okt.to/G79dpj

12/09/2024

ATTENTION INFORMATION MANAGERS.
If you're struggling with managing and protecting your organisation's information, we got you! Our latest eBook details five simple tactics you can apply now to help your business stay compliant.
Download your copy today!
https://okt.to/JlWdPc

Council Post: Automating Cloud IT Infrastructure: Three Scenarios Where It Pays Off 11/09/2024

Deploy new services rapidly and scale as required so you can stay ahead of the competition, deliver transformative customer experiences, and grow. You can leverage cloud capabilities by migrating your on-premises workloads to Azure.
Forbes explores the transformative power of automation in cloud IT infrastructure in this article:
https://okt.to/AVfDg2

Council Post: Automating Cloud IT Infrastructure: Three Scenarios Where It Pays Off Cloud automation offers companies the agility required to adjust to market changes and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

ADCO Constructions 10/09/2024

"We have truly welcomed the system with PA by our side. We have a system that works and is tailored to our business."
Discover the difference that Microsoft Power BI alongside Professional Advantage made to ADCO Constructions in this case study.
https://okt.to/RUGnJA

ADCO Constructions Power BI’s data-driven dashboards elevate ADCO Constructions’ organisational processes with improved data insights and informed decision-making.

09/09/2024

"PA immediately demonstrated the level of support that I expected from a partner, and beyond. They truly give us value for money."
Jason Cheung, Finance Manager, UQU.
We are proud to provide University of Queensland Union with the level of service they deserve. Learn how we’ve helped them enhance their Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience:
https://okt.to/FmP0cs

Fail to plan, plan to fail: prepare for your technology journey 09/09/2024

"Fail to plan, plan to fail."
Is your IT strategy aligned with your business goals? Discover key steps to prepare for a successful technology journey in our blog:
https://okt.to/lYhjtr

Fail to plan, plan to fail: prepare for your technology journey Plan your technology ahead and prepare effectively for possible setbacks.

Can Microsoft 365 help you achieve effective and practical information management? 07/09/2024

Microsoft 365 out of the box provides the building blocks for efficient information management, thanks to SharePoint and Teams. However, implementing "practical information management" alone can feel like drowning in a pile of Microsoft 365 bricks.

Learn how iWorkplace for Microsoft 365 can help you move into a "functioning city" with working and governed services. https://okt.to/Y9t1fG

Can Microsoft 365 help you achieve effective and practical information management? Microsoft 365 has become a game changer for organisations worldwide, transforming how they manage information. At a base level, Microsoft 365 offers the building blocks for an out-of-the-box enterprise content management (ECM) system through SharePoint. SharePoint’s document libraries have version...

Microsoft 365 Business Basic vs Standard vs Premium: what are the differences? 06/09/2024

Curious about the differences between Microsoft 365 Business Basic, Standard, and Premium? Discover each edition's unique features and capabilities to make an informed decision that aligns with your business's productivity and collaboration needs. https://okt.to/8WaJ0h

Stay ahead of the game and unlock the full potential of secure productivity with Microsoft 365. As a Microsoft Cloud Solution Partner and Tier 1 CSP, we can simplify license provisioning, renewal, and billing processes with our seamless CSP support, saving you time and effort so you can focus on your core business.
Contact us today. https://okt.to/JKejcz

Microsoft 365 Business Basic vs Standard vs Premium: what are the differences? Not sure which Microsoft 365 product your business needs? We explore the three main options

RDS vs AVD 06/09/2024

Still contemplating whether it's time to upgrade your RDS to AVD? Check out our infographic below to help with your decision-making.

Learn more about Azure Virtual Desktop here: https://okt.to/gX9vsh

RDS vs AVD

5 tips for making the most out of Copilot.pdf 05/09/2024

Integrated with Teams, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and other Microsoft 365 apps, Copilot for Microsoft 365 is an AI-powered assistant that can help you with various tasks such as scheduling, note-taking, and more.

Copilot for Microsoft 365 can also help you create content effectively, efficiently, and securely. Simplify processes like grant writing and free up your most precious commodity: your time.
It's easy to use: simply ask Copilot a question via a prompt, get an answer in response. Copilot also respects your privacy and security and does not retain or train on your organisation's data.
Ready to get started? Reach out to us today to learn more. https://okt.to/GlR8K6

5 tips for making the most out of Copilot.pdf

05/09/2024

🤝 “With PA, I feel like I am working as part of a team.” Jason Cheung, Finance Manager, University of Queensland Union.
Explore the strong partnership between UQU and Professional Advantage in our latest client story.

https://okt.to/2Kt9RF

04/09/2024

Our Practice Lead for Modern Work and Cloud & Infrastructure Andrew Mackenzie will present at the Next Gen Tech Lab tomorrow at the RIMPA Live 2024 Conference.
Come join him at 4:15 PM for his session: "Information Protection in Microsoft 365: Where Information Management, Security and IT intersect".

04/09/2024

Extend your backup solution to Azure, or easily configure application-aware replication and application-consistent backup that scales based on your business needs.

By redeploying critical VMware workloads on Microsoft Azure, businesses have reclaimed 86% of application downtime, while application performance has increased because of Azure's high-end, up-to-date computing infrastructure. Let's protect your critical data and applications.
https://okt.to/KE2SZM

Turbocharging Dynamics GP: Streamlining Operations with Post Master by Envisage 03/09/2024

Turbocharge your Microsoft Dynamics GP experience with Post Master by Envisage.
Automate batch posting, enhance workflow efficiency, and gain unparalleled control over your operations. Discover more in our blog:
https://okt.to/dJPvUb

Turbocharging Dynamics GP: Streamlining Operations with Post Master by Envisage Transform your Dynamics GP operations with Post Master by Envisage and experience the power of streamlined workflow and optimised business processes.

Photos from Professional Advantage's post 03/09/2024

Day 1 at the RIMPA Live 2024 Conference.
The tradeshow officially opens at 12:00 PM today. Come swing by booth 26 and meet our team members Andrew Mackenzie, Adrian Goddard, and Kristy Archer from Information Leadership to see live demos, get access to free resources, or ask questions about information protection and compliance.

Unlock AI-Powered Productivity 02/09/2024

Copilot for Dynamics 365 Business Central helps you connect your people, processes, and insights. Learn how you can be more collaborative and productive with the actionable insights and interoperability enabled by . See the infographic.

Unlock AI-Powered Productivity

31/08/2024

We're a proud sponsor of the RIMPA Live 2024 Conference to be held at the Adelaide Convention Centre from Tuesday 3rd Thursday 5th September 2024. Are you attending? We hope to see you there! https://okt.to/zCu79W

30/08/2024

Are you a Dynamics 365 Business Central user?
The success of your ERP solution is no accident. Ensure you are in the best position for long-term growth with this free whitepaper.

https://okt.to/0O8Ihd

29/08/2024

Accelerate your cloud journey by migrating VMware workloads to Azure. Seamlessly transition to Azure VMware Solution, a Microsoft-managed and VMware-verified solution to migrate apps "as-is" and work in a familiar operational environment. Sign up for our mailing list and let our team show you how to modernise quickly, and at your own pace.
https://okt.to/EknHzB

29/08/2024

Check out this innovative use case from a not-for-profit using Power Apps to maintain service excellence through a low-code case management app for managing employee coaching requests.
Read about it here:
https://okt.to/jo0pEq

28/08/2024

The right technology can accelerate your mission, streamline your processes, and keep donors and volunteers engaged. We're here to help you find the right solution that best achieves your desired outcomes.
Learn how we made a difference to 200+ not-for-profits and check out our website.
https://okt.to/DUZdBG

Download our eBook. 28/08/2024

Are you facing any of the challenges listed? Our new eBook offers tactics to help you overcome today's growing information management and compliance challenges.
Download it here:
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