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
Category: Industry
Managing Cold Chain Logistics: Trends, Challenges, and Solutions for a Growing Sector
Cold chain logistics is an enormous sector that is continuing to grow, currently sitting at $249 billion worldwide and predicted to surpass $340 billion by 2031. This growth is driven by several key developments and trends that are reshaping the industry landscape and presenting both opportunities and challenges for stakeholders. Key trends shaping the cold… Continue reading Managing Cold Chain Logistics: Trends, Challenges, and Solutions for a Growing Sector
Common (and Some Uncommon) Scenarios for Service Management in Business Central
Service Management in Business Central provides features to help businesses maintain warranty and service contracts, including inventory tracking for the parts and supplies needed to fulfill maintenance contracts. Service Management can be used to maintain high service levels in warranty commitments and maintenance contracts, including on-site and remote service, spare and replacement part tracking, and… Continue reading Common (and Some Uncommon) Scenarios for Service Management in Business Central
Winning the Cross-Docking Race: 5 Tips for 3PL Companies
In the fast-paced world of Third-Party Logistics (3PL) companies, reducing storage volumes and associated costs has become a necessity, especially in the context of omnichannel or air freight. This has led to a surge in demand for cross-docking. Cross Docking: “An efficient distribution concept in which articles are moved directly from inbound to outbound without… Continue reading Winning the Cross-Docking Race: 5 Tips for 3PL Companies
Enhancing Dynamics 365 Business Central to Maximize Order Fulfillment
Prompt, accurate order fulfillment is essential to maintaining customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Yet many businesses continue to struggle in this area. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central offers a comprehensive set of order fulfillment capabilities, such as: While these native capabilities address the requirements of most small to mid-sized businesses, some companies have more specialized… Continue reading Enhancing Dynamics 365 Business Central to Maximize Order Fulfillment
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
Revolutionizing Theme Parks: The Power of Unified Commerce Solutions
In entertainment and leisure, theme parks are iconic destinations where dreams come alive and memories are made. However, managing a theme park behind the scenes involves overcoming numerous operational challenges to ensure seamless guest experiences. One of the most promising solutions to these challenges is the adoption of a unified commerce platform, which integrates various… Continue reading Revolutionizing Theme Parks: The Power of Unified Commerce Solutions
eTailers Integrate Online Stores and Back Office Operations for eCommerce Success
eCommerce state of the market eCommerce has been steadily growing for years. The COVID pandemic spurred many businesses to accelerate their plans to open or expand their online stores. Online retail has become so pervasive that the trend has spawned a new term: eTailer. An eTailer is a company that earns a significant percentage of… Continue reading eTailers Integrate Online Stores and Back Office Operations for eCommerce Success
Using Phantom BOMs in Business Central to Streamline Manufacturing
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
Streamline Logistics Operations with Data Analytics Using Business Central and Power Platform
Complex supply chains, tight delivery schedules, and fluctuating demand drive the logistics industry. Smart logistics companies harness the power of data analysis to streamline their operations, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction. Data analysis tools provide greater operational efficiency Using data analysis tools and techniques, companies can gain insights into various logistics processes, including inventory… Continue reading Streamline Logistics Operations with Data Analytics Using Business Central and Power Platform