Understanding the Planning Parameters in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central: General Settings

In our previous blog, Understanding the Reordering Options in Business Central and When to Use Them, we discussed the four reordering policies available in Business Central – Order, Lot-for-Lot, Fixed Reorder Quantity, and Max Reorder Quantity – and the circumstances when each policy is typically used. Going deeper, we see that there are Reordering Policy… Continue reading Understanding the Planning Parameters in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central: General Settings

Understanding the Reordering Options in Business Central and When to Use Them

Our clients frequently ask, “Which reordering option should I use?” Since every business is different, there is no single correct answer. But there are situations where one option is better than another. Let’s outline Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central’s reordering options and when they are typically used in manufacturing. To dive deeper into Business Central’s… Continue reading Understanding the Reordering Options in Business Central and When to Use Them

Using Phantom BOMs in Business Central to Streamline Manufacturing

Phantom BOMs in Business Central

In manufacturing, the Bill of Materials (BOM) defines the items, parts, assemblies, and sub-assemblies required to create a finished product. These components are often discrete items and sub-assemblies purchased or manufactured and placed in inventory for later use. A phantom BOM represents the elements that are used to create a sub-assembly that is an essential… Continue reading Using Phantom BOMs in Business Central to Streamline Manufacturing

Protecting the Supply Chain from Nation-State Attacks

Cybersecurity aims to remain at least one step ahead of cybercriminals at all times. Cyberattacks are often considered to be the actions of bad actors motivated by monetary gain. However, nation-state attackers threaten to disrupt business, educational, and government operations and are often not motivated by money. What are nation-state attackers? Nation-state attackers are individuals… Continue reading Protecting the Supply Chain from Nation-State Attacks

Top 7 Challenges Facing the 3PL Industry in 2024

Third-party logistics (3PL) companies play a vital role in today’s supply chain. The rise in eCommerce and persistent consumer demand has led to many new opportunities for the industry. And yet, as we start a new year, 3PL companies face many challenges in today’s complex and dynamic business environment. Key 3PL challenges and solutions 1.… Continue reading Top 7 Challenges Facing the 3PL Industry in 2024

Choosing the Best Warehousing Style for Your Business

On the face of it, warehouses are a simple concept: it’s where you store the items you will sell. But for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers, warehouse management and logistics are integral to their business. Warehouses are used for various purposes: storing raw materials and components for manufacturing, holding inventory before it is sold or distributed,… Continue reading Choosing the Best Warehousing Style for Your Business

Navigating the Complexities of Automated Data Collection in Warehousing

Implementing automated data collection into your warehouse management is essential for efficient and accurate inventory management. However, there are several considerations to consider before making your final decision. Do you choose barcoding or RFID? Which scanner works best for your warehouse? What information do you put into the barcodes? This article discusses some of the… Continue reading Navigating the Complexities of Automated Data Collection in Warehousing

Demand and Supply Planning for Efficient Business Operations

Businesses are constantly challenged to provide a seamless flow of products from manufacturing to the consumer. To meet this challenge, companies use Demand and Supply Planning, two disciplines that involve a complex study of the supply chain and consumer behavior to ensure that a sufficient supply of products is on hand to meet consumer demand,… Continue reading Demand and Supply Planning for Efficient Business Operations

Streamline Operations with Logistics and Shipping Solutions for Business Central

Shipping and logistics have been a critical part of successful businesses for years. The rise of eCommerce has placed increased pressure on companies to get their products into the hands of their customers as fast and as efficiently as possible. For Dynamics 365 Business Central customers, options are available to improve shipping operations. Microsoft Dynamics… Continue reading Streamline Operations with Logistics and Shipping Solutions for Business Central

Choosing Business Central over Finance and SCM for Manufacturing

The next generation of Dynamics AX If you’re a manufacturer looking to migrate from Microsoft Dynamics AX to Finance and Supply Chain Management, you might want to take a closer look at Business Central before you decide. The combination of Finance and Supply Chain Management is the next generation of AX. It is a powerful… Continue reading Choosing Business Central over Finance and SCM for Manufacturing