Where Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations tackles, well, finance and operations, Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement, or D365 CE, extends the core platform – bringing that same data-driven precision and baked-in AI to all “people-centric” parts of the business. D365 CE is a collection of interoperable data management and CRM apps used to manage customer relationships,…
Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a total game-changer for hybrid organizations. It’s a comprehensive ERP platform that does all of the “usual ERP stuff” – managing finance and backend operational functions such as inventory, manufacturing, procurement, human resources, etc. – but also so much more. Dynamics 365 unifies all departments, functions, and line-of-business apps into one…
Microsoft 365: The Starting Point of Remote & Modern Collaboration Within the Microsoft Ecosystem, Microsoft 365 is the digital backbone supporting modern collaboration and productivity across the entire org – especially in remote or hybrid environments. The powerful productivity suite offers a myriad of cloud-based applications including SharePoint, Excel, OneDrive, and PowerPoint, each playing a…
Future of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP): 8 ERP Predictions For decades, the ERP has mostly stayed out of the spotlight, but what is the future of ERP systems? Organizing and orchestrating from behind the scenes, ERPs have long been a steady source of support for all digital strategies. While ERPs are clearly very important, they’re…
ERP Best Practices for Getting the Most From Your New Platform ERP best practices are crucial, as ERPs have become an essential part of any modern business. They streamline operations, improve efficiency, and provide valuable insights for decision-making. They also represent something bigger. ERPs are a bridge that connects your company to a brighter, tech-enabled…
Change Management Tips for ERP Implementation Success Your ERP implementation plan might tackle change from a technical and logical standpoint. But, if you want to be successful, you’ll need to deal with fear, uncertainty, ego, skills gaps, and any other human-related challenges within your org. Change management is a structured framework for managing the human…
A communication plan is a blueprint that outlines how you’ll share information with various stakeholders during the course of your ERP project. Done right, communication plans ensure that everyone understands how ERP plans fit into the bigger picture. And — how those plans might impact them personally. They also support cultural alignment and transparency re:…
Modernizing ERP systems is essential for helping orgs keep pace with ever-evolving tech, customer demands, and industry standards. More than that, it actively drives innovation and business growth at every level. Below, we take a closer look at some of the key growth and innovation benefits this underlying technology can provide: Use Data and AI…
This post is the fifth of our ERP implementation series. If you want to start from the beginning, or learn more about prior ERP implementation phases, take a look at: Navigating the ERP Sales Process: Successful VAR Selection Navigating the ERP Sales Process: Pre-Sale Requirements Review Preparing for ERP Implementation: Getting Started on the right…
The value of data and analytics is undeniable, but demonstrating a clear return on investment (ROI) can frequently be challenging. While focusing solely on quantitative results is tempting, the real benefits often extend far beyond the numbers. From improved decision-making to streamlined operations, data initiatives can transform organizations in ways that are hard to measure…