By integrating the capabilities of Microsoft’s Power Platform with Dynamics 365 Business Central, companies can streamline their operations, enhance staff productivity, and empower decision-makers with the data-driven insights they need. What is the Microsoft Power Platform? The Power Platform is a low-code/no-code suite of tools designed to connect, automate, and analyze data across the Microsoft… Continue reading Unlocking the Full Potential of Business Central with the Microsoft Power Platform
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Managing Scrap Effectively in Manufacturing with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
Scrap is an unavoidable reality in manufacturing. Whether it’s material waste, defective outputs, or inefficiencies during production, scrap needs to be carefully tracked and accounted for. Properly managing scrap helps manufacturers improve costing accuracy, plan more effectively, and uncover opportunities for process improvements. Traditionally, scrap can occur at two stages: input scrap—loss or wastage of… Continue reading Managing Scrap Effectively in Manufacturing with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
10 Great New Features You’ll Find in Business Central 2025 Wave 1
Microsoft continues to enhance Business Central and add new capabilities. The latest release, Business Central 2025 Wave 1, was introduced last month and has several exciting new features that will help users of every stripe, including developers, administrators, and general users. Our 10 favorite new features of BC 1. Copilot will help you autofill fields… Continue reading 10 Great New Features You’ll Find in Business Central 2025 Wave 1
4 Techniques to Optimize Jet Reports for Faster Run Times
Oh, if only there were a set of steps that, if followed, would guarantee a fast Jet Report. Given the nuances and intricacies in the design of many reports, combined with other factors, like the more complex database structure of BC compared to NAV, the size of your data, and your network or internet speed,… Continue reading 4 Techniques to Optimize Jet Reports for Faster Run Times
Managing Permissions and Security Groups in Dynamics 365 Business Central – Part I: Permission Sets
Managing security in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is one of the most critical—and often overwhelming—tasks for administrators. Giving users too much access to data can lead to errors or fraud, while giving them too little access can prevent employees from performing essential job functions. Whether you’re preparing for an implementation, cleaning up after go-live,… Continue reading Managing Permissions and Security Groups in Dynamics 365 Business Central – Part I: Permission Sets
How to Connect Microsoft’s Ready-to-Use Power BI Reports with Business Central
Beginning with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central v25.2, Microsoft has made several built-in Power BI report apps available for Business Central. Download the new Power BI apps from AppSource The new Power BI reports can be downloaded from Microsoft AppSource and added to the Power BI Service. Search for “Business Central” in the name or… Continue reading How to Connect Microsoft’s Ready-to-Use Power BI Reports with Business Central
Leverage Business Central to Reap the Benefits of Autonomous Finance
Finance leaders are moving beyond traditional roles. Manual reconciliations and spreadsheet sprawl are becoming obsolete. Autonomous finance is transforming how finance departments operate, make decisions, and create value. Autonomous finance uses advanced technologies like AI, machine learning, and process automation. It creates a finance function that is predictive, self-correcting, and continuously improving. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a powerful enabler of this shift, offering… Continue reading Leverage Business Central to Reap the Benefits of Autonomous Finance
Why Do Companies Switch Their ERP? And What Do They Hope to Gain?
A company’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software is more than just a back-office tool. It’s the digital backbone of operations, helping to manage everything from finance to inventory, customer service, supply chain, and more. So why do companies switch ERP systems? And what do they hope to achieve with a new one? Why companies change… Continue reading Why Do Companies Switch Their ERP? And What Do They Hope to Gain?
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI): What Is It and Why Does It Fail?
Manufacturing and distribution companies rely on Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) to streamline business-to-business communication. For companies working with major retailers like Walmart, Amazon, or Target, EDI isn’t optional—it’s a requirement. But while EDI promises automation and efficiency, many companies are frustrated by failed transmissions, costly chargebacks, and missing payments. Why does this happen? What is… Continue reading Electronic Data Interchange (EDI): What Is It and Why Does It Fail?
Microsoft 365 for Businesses
Businesses worldwide are utilizing Microsoft 365 to revolutionize their operations. The platform enhances productivity, collaboration, and security, which drives growth and promotes compliance. ArcherPoint empowers organizations to harness the full potential of Microsoft 365. What is Microsoft 365? Microsoft 365 is a cloud-based suite of productivity tools and services offered by Microsoft. It combines various applications and features to facilitate… Continue reading Microsoft 365 for Businesses