10 Major Advantages of Dynamics 365 Business Central

Bond Consulting Services’ three-letter acronym (BCS) can easily be interchanged with Business Central Success as we specialize in configuring and customizing Dynamics 365 Business Central to meet our clients’ unique needs. Dynamics 365 Business Central is Microsoft’s premier cloud-based software as a service accounting application that is easy to use and adapt.

If you want to grow beyond the limits of your basic accounting software and are considering migrating to Business Central from Dynamics GP or any other ERP software, continue reading to learn about the 10 major advantages that Dynamics 365 Business Central will provide your business!

10 Major Advantages of Business Central:

1. Stay up to date on the latest Microsoft cloud-powered technology

Microsoft automatically updates the Business Central tenet so you do not have to worry about the expense and hassle of upgrades, backups and patches. Microsoft launches new upgrades in release waves twice a year which occurs in April and October, but you have the option to decide when you want the latest upgrades to take effect in your environment so your team can adjust and ease into the new functionality. Users can also see what the Microsoft research and development team is planning for the next upcoming release waves and learn more information about each update in the Microsoft Learning documentation. If any patches occur, the Microsoft Team automatically fixes them so you do not have to worry about troubleshooting or lost productivity. Business Central also supports disaster recovery and automatic backups that store your data for up to 30 days.

2. Decrease total cost of ownership

Business Central’s pricing model is a predictable operating expense that is billed monthly so you do not have to worry about inflexible service contracts. Business Central will reduce your total cost of ownership as it leverages a modern user interface that is based on familiar Office tools so you have less training time and a faster return on investment.

3. Intelligent decisions with advanced analytics

Business Central includes built-in AI capabilities so users can access, model and analyze data across multiple dimensions. The Business Central environment includes cash flow forecasting and late payment predictors that enable users to see if a payment will come in late, so you are always on top of your finances. Users can also easily sync data with Power BI to create rich, interactive visuals such as charts, graphs and dashboards to quickly analyze important metrics and gather actionable insights.

4. Build powerful apps with the Microsoft Cloud

Business Central seamlessly connects to the Microsoft Power Platform including Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps and AI Builder so you can build apps specific to your business processes. The entire Power Platform can be accessed from one Azure Active Directory, so you have all the information you need to build successful apps centralized in one location. Business Central also extends with data and intelligence platforms such as the Common Data Service, Connectors and Gateways, the AI Platform and social media apps so you can connect your data across your entire environment.

5. Modern client updated user interface

Business Central includes a modern client updated interface that can be accessed simply by logging in to the environment on any device, whether it be a laptop, phone or tablet. The updated user interface consists of a centralized dashboard with a role center and relevant lists and tiles that can be drilled down. For example, Business Central includes a master list of all of your customers and their outstanding balances that you can easily click into and see their transactions, communication and historical data. All you need to access Business Central’s modern client updated user interface is an internet connection which makes working from home and staying connected a breeze!

6. Personalize to your needs

Business Central and other Dynamics 365 applications can be easily customized to fit your specific needs. For instance, users can move or modify any fields, lists and tiles, and users can even remove whole sections from their dashboard if they are not using them. Users can also drag and drop fields exactly where they would like them, and bookmark fields for easy access and analysis. With Power BI integration, users can seamlessly customize Power BI reports and automatically see the most important items and metrics in your environment.

7. Connect third-party apps

Dynamics 365 Business Central extends with third-party apps and business add-ons that can be found in Microsoft AppSource. There are currently 1,529 Business Central apps in AppSource that you can search, download and connect to your environment to enhance a certain functionality. For instance, Microsoft AppSource includes dozens if not hundreds of apps for payroll, time sheets, taxes, inventory and much more. Business Central also extends with Microsoft 365, the Power Platform and the Azure Cloud Platform so you always have global access, enhanced security and flexibility.

8. Simplify common tasks with seamless integration

Business Central seamlessly integrates with other Microsoft products including Dynamics 365 Sales, Dynamics 365 Customer Service, Office 365 and Microsoft Teams so you have an end-to-end view of your business operations. Office 365 integration enables users to send emails, set up customers or vendors, process orders, create quotes and submit invoices without ever having to leave their Outlook inbox. Microsoft Teams integration enables users to accomplish all their tasks right in Teams without ever having to login to Business Central. For instance, users can pull up a customer contact card, drill into the details, review historical interactions and create a sales quote right from Microsoft Teams. Additionally, users can easily export data from Business Central into Excel and create outgoing documents in Word. Creating or modifying data in Excel is an excellent functionality as it is familiar and easy to manage, and will be automatically uploaded back into your Business Central environment.

9. Gain peace of mind

Gain peace of mind with Business Central as your critical business data will be protected in highly secured data centers that are managed by Microsoft. Business Central has a monthly service availability of 99.9%, which means you should be able to connect to your Business Central environment 99.9% of the time from anywhere and on any device. If your service availability falls below 99.9%, you will see a monthly credit in your service plan. Business Central is also built-in with enhanced security measures such as identity permissions, authentications, and data backups so you can focus on what matters most for your business.

10. New enablement and MS Learn

The Business Central environment includes a help center where you can find additional information on specific features and functionalities. There are five main help options including documentation, common answers, a community page, relevant blogs and a support center so you can find all of the details you need in one centralized location. The Microsoft Learn website also provides extensive documentation on everything Dynamics 365 including introductory modules and more advanced training. The Microsoft Learn website is a great way to advance your skills, onboard new employees and earn business certifications with step-by-step instructions.

The 10 advantages listed above are only some of the major benefits provided by Dynamics 365 Business Central and the Microsoft Cloud. Dynamics 365 Business Central is easy to deploy, customize and leverage to increase sales, connect with customers, streamline operations and enhance business success.

To learn more about Dynamics 365 Business Central and its impressive capabilities, please reach out to our BCS Team by contacting sales@BondConsultingServices.com or scheduling a free consultation!