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Tips for a Smooth Dynamics 365 Implementation

Posted by IES on Sep 20, 2018 11:21:00 AM

Rolling out any new software requires planning and finesse. Dynamics 365 implementation is a tricky process no matter the size of your business. That’s because this sophisticated software could impact many areas of your business. Dynamics 365 migrations are particularly tricky at the enterprise-level, as the rollout could encompass dozens of corporate departments. But having a process in place for Dynamics 365 implementation is important even for a small business.

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Dynamics 365 Business Central Partners – Why You Need One

Posted by IES on Aug 31, 2018 9:31:00 AM

If you’re planning on transitioning from your legacy accounting platform to Dynamics 365 Business Central, this post is for you. We’ll look at how the migration can be easy – but you’ll need the right tools to make it happen.

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Topics: Dynamics 365, Business Central

Tips for Planning Ahead Using the Dynamics 365 Roadmap

Posted by IES on Jul 26, 2018 12:15:00 PM

Today, software iterations evolve faster than global weather patterns. These changes stem from a heady mix of marketplace competition, product innovation, and the tennis volley between software developers and cyber criminals.

Microsoft, in particular, has embraced the drive to innovate, with a twice-a-year release cycle for the past decade or so. Today, it seems like Microsoft is releasing new versions of its software offerings almost constantly, which can throw your help desk, your IT team, and your staff into a tailspin.

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Dynamics 365 SharePoint Integration: Why it Matters

Posted by IES on Jul 21, 2018 12:48:00 PM

 So, here’s a dilemma: Not all software systems are configured properly to play nice with others. Fortunately, in the case of Dynamics 365 and SharePoint, since both are Microsoft products, they naturally integrate well with each other. Microsoft has worked hard to create an umbrella of office software suitable for the largest enterprise organizations or the solo entrepreneur.

However, Dynamics 365 SharePoint integration is necessary to optimize the ROI on these products. This article will help you understand why Dynamics 365 SharePoint integration not only matters – but why it’s imperative for your business.

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Topics: Sharepoint, Dynamics 365

Dynamics 365 vs. Quickbooks: Which Can Scale With Your Business?

Posted by IES on Jul 10, 2018 1:42:00 PM

When it’s time to consider accounting software, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of the platform is very important. Obviously, you’ll look at ease of use, support, and how the software meets your unique business case. But it’s also going to be hard to decide between software, especially if your organization is planning on growing.

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Optimizing Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations

Posted by IES on Jun 14, 2018 9:30:00 AM

As with most SaaS based solution, Dynamics for Finance and Operations needs to be customized a bit to get the most out of the software. Putting in the time up front to set up these modules will improve the speed of adoption and overall ROI.

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Key Sales Features in Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM

Posted by IES on Jun 12, 2018 10:48:00 AM

CRM, or customer relationship management software is a title that actually does a nice job describing the core functionality of the technology. Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM is a data warehouse where every customer relationship can be tracked and managed. When a CRM like Dynamics is optimized, it means that your entire organization can have an accurate idea how well you’re managing existing customers and the prospecting sales pipeline.

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Making Use of Dynamics 365 for Retail Applications

Posted by IES on Jun 8, 2018 9:09:00 AM

Microsoft is trying a new strategy this summer, offering specialized applications for specific industry categories. They’ve offered Dynamics 365 for Finance, Operations, Talent, and now for Retail applications. It’s a smart way to offer these products by tying the software into the areas where businesses need them the most.

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What You Need to Know about Dynamics 365 for Outlook

Posted by IES on May 31, 2018 8:54:00 AM

Few software solutions have been around as long or evolved as much as Microsoft Outlook. Originally released for MS-DOS back in 1992, Outlook has since gone through countless iterations and been integrated with a dizzying number of apps. In recent years, Microsoft has developed an Outlook integration with its ERP solution, Dynamics 365.

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Topics: Dynamics 365, outlook

Best Practices for Dynamics 365 Training

Posted by Alanna Friedberg on May 29, 2018 12:17:00 PM

Change is hard. That’s why deploying technology makes for a challenging environment in any company. New technology helps companies improve – but only if employees are properly trained in how to optimize it. That’s why the installation of new software or hardware is often met with a collective sigh; providing training takes skill and attention to best practices – or the rollout may cause a lot of frustration.

Deploying any new technology requires expertise in best practices that will facilitate learning across a diverse set of employees. Those best practices must accommodate all learning styles with a variety of techniques designed to reach every user in the company.

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Topics: Training, Dynamics 365