Applying service packs to Dynamics GP is an important part of maintaining the system. Service packs provide bug fixes, close potential security holes, and improve system performance. Some service packs, known as feature packs, even add new functionality. Service packs should normally be tested on a test server prior to applying them to a production environment. Service packs can negatively affect modified forms, modified reports, customizations, and third-party products so it's important to test them first.
Once service packs are tested, they should be applied to the company's server first. After that comes the burdensome process of installing service packs on each user's computer since users won't be able to log in after the service pack has been applied to the server. A better alternative is to use the Client Updates functionality for service packs in Dynamics GP 2013.
That's right, Dynamics GP provides a mechanism...