The lifeblood of Project-based services firms like Consulting firms and IT services firms are its skilled resources. Therefore, maintaining optimum utilization is key. These resources are a great example of a ‘knowledge worker’. Their value is derived from their skills. Maintaining and increasing their skills is essential and directly impacts their ability to generate revenue…
After more than five years without a change, Microsoft is announcing a Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC) price increase effective October 1, 2025. This will be the first adjustment in Business Central pricing since the product’s early days, reflecting value and new features Microsoft has added to the platform over time. In this blog, we’ll…
What is Dynamics SL? Microsoft Dynamics SL is an enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution designed for small to midsize, project-driven businesses. Originally known as Solomon Software, it was acquired by Microsoft in 2000. Dynamics SL helps manage financials, projects, and operations. While it remains in use, Microsoft has announced that it is approaching the end…
Mike Morton kicked off Directions NA, an annual conference for Dynamics 365 Business Central partners, with a focused message – Microsoft is reshaping how businesses function through AI. Morton, VP of Business Central at Microsoft, discussed in detail how agents in Business Central are helping all users complete end-to-end processes more efficiently. With sales order…
In the race toward a future dominated by AI-driven efficiency and innovation, your greatest obstacle might not be external competition but internal inertia. Yet, outdated core business systems—especially your ERP—can anchor you to the past, hindering progress and stifling growth. For many companies, legacy ERP systems feel stable, reliable, and familiar. But beneath the surface,…
Background The Mascot, in Glennville, Georgia, had a humble beginning in 1955 as a roadside tourist stop and gas station, catering to those traveling to and from Florida on the once busy Highway 301. Mills started shelling pecans by hand and putting them in bags for tourists. Customers were soon calling back and asking for…
Selecting an ERP system is one of the most impactful business decisions a CEO can make. The right choice supports long-term growth, streamlines operations, and delivers real-time financial insights that sharpen decision-making. The wrong choice can slow progress, create inefficiencies, and lock the business into outdated processes. ERP modernization is not just an IT upgrade—it’s…
Generative AI is rapidly becoming a business imperative. Executives see its potential to automate tasks, enhance decision-making, and drive efficiency at scale. The challenge is turning that potential into real business impact. Many organizations recognize the need to adopt AI, but where do you start? Building custom AI solutions from scratch is complex, requiring clean,…
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are indispensable tools for modern businesses aiming to optimize operations and drive competitive advantage. However, even the most advanced ERP systems can fall short without proper alignment between IT and business objectives. Misalignments often lead to inefficiencies, unmet expectations, and project failures—outcomes that no organization can afford in today’s dynamic…
Every Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system relies on one fundamental element to deliver results: data. Whether it’s forecasting demand, optimizing inventory, or analyzing financial performance, the accuracy and governance of that data dictate the system’s success. Without clear standards and high-quality data, even the best ERP system can fail to meet expectations, leading to inefficiencies,…
