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Guides and Playbooks for Microsoft Business Applications

GUIDES · CHECKLISTS · PLAYBOOKS

Explore our collection of practical ebooks, guides, and checklists built to help SMB leaders modernize operations, adopt AI-powered ERP, and plan for growth. Whether you’re evaluating accounting software, upgrading your ERP, or exploring how AI and the cloud can transform your business, these resources provide step-by-step frameworks and insights you can act on today, and will soon expand to cover CRM and more.

Guides, Checklists, and Playbooks for Scaling Businesses

ERP Resources: Modern Business Management Made Simple

Buyer's Guide: ERP

Growing business leaders can explore strategies to evaluate solutions, embrace digital transformation, and select technology that fuels long-term success.

AI ERP Guide for SMBs

Learn how SMBs can streamline operations, boost productivity, and modernize business systems with AI-powered Dynamics 365 Business Central and Copilot.

Business Central Capability Guide

Explore the full capabilities of Dynamics 365 Business Central, from finance and supply chain to AI-powered forecasting and compliance.

how to evaluate replacing your accounting software

Evaluating Accounting Software Replacement

Learn how to identify business needs, compare vendors, and confidently replace outdated accounting software with modern cloud-based solutions.

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Migration Checklist: ERP

Discover 11 signs you’ve outgrown your current systems with this checklist to know when it’s time for ERP modernization.

Business Central Capability Guide

Explore the full capabilities of Dynamics 365 Business Central, from finance and supply chain to AI-powered forecasting and compliance.

CRM Resources: Modern Customer Engagement Made Simple

AI-Powered CRM Overview

See how AI transforms every stage of the customer journey, from targeting and sales efficiency to post-sale engagement, helping teams personalize interactions and build loyalty faster than ever.

AI-Driven Sales Playbook

Discover how Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales and Copilot automate routine tasks, surface real-time insights, and unlock seller productivity—so your team can focus on what matters most: closing deals and deepening relationships.

Business Central Capability Guide

Explore the full capabilities of Dynamics 365 Business Central, from finance and supply chain to AI-powered forecasting and compliance.

BUSINESS CENTRAL SUCCESS STORY

From QuickBooks to 200% Growth

When Miron Violetglass outgrew QuickBooks, they turned to Business Central with Bond Consulting. The results?

PROVEN DYNAMICS 365 BUSINESS CENTRAL CONSULTANTS

Trust Bond Consulting

Business Central ERP Implementation Services

With 20+ years of ERP experience and hundreds of successful deployments, Bond Consulting Services brings the expertise, and the efficiency, to keep your project moving. 

We use a structured, proven methodology to reduce risk and drive success. As a trusted Microsoft Partner, we deliver Business Central implementations on time and on budget. 

Explore What Business Central Could Do for Your Business

LEARN HOW MANUFACTURERS ARE LEVERAGING BUSINESS CENTRAL

News & Insights from BCS

Why Microsoft Killed Social Posting (And Why SMBs Should Care)

Jackie Gant

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November 25, 2025
When Microsoft quietly pulled the plug on social posting in Dynamics 365 Customer Insights late last year, few in the small to mid-sized business (SMB) space raised an eyebrow. After…

Design Smarter, Present Better: How Microsoft 365 Copilot in PowerPoint Transforms Productivity

Joel Trinidad

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November 20, 2025
Part of our “Work Smarter with Copilot” series — exploring how Microsoft 365 Copilot transforms productivity across Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, and more.The Presentation Problem We All Know Too Well The blinking cursor,…

How Microsoft 365 Copilot in Teams Helps You Work Smarter (and Recover Lost Time)

Joel Trinidad

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November 18, 2025
Part of our “Work Smarter with Copilot” series — exploring how Microsoft 365 Copilot transforms productivity across Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, and more.The Communication Overload Holding Teams Back We’ve all felt it—the…

Free vs Paid: How Microsoft 365 Copilot Unlocks Real Productivity ROI

TJ Sedarski

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November 13, 2025
Part of our “Work Smarter with Copilot” series — exploring how Microsoft 365 Copilot transforms productivity across Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, and more.Copilot Free Chat is a good place to start in…

What the 2026 Business Central Updates Mean for Small and Midsized Organizations

Lupe Haro

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November 12, 2025
Microsoft is doubling down on what matters most to today’s small and midsized organizations: automation, intelligence, and agility.The upcoming Dynamics 365 Business Central 2026 Release Wave 1 focuses on AI-powered…

Microsoft 365 Copilot Is Hot! Highlights from Community Summit 2025

TJ Sedarski

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November 11, 2025
This article is part of our “Work Smarter with Copilot” series—spotlighting the latest Microsoft 365 Copilot updates announced at Community Summit 2025.One message rang loud and clear at this year’s…

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Business Central For Manufacturers – FAQ

What is Business Central, and why is it a good fit for manufacturers?

It’s a cloud-based ERP from Microsoft that combines financials, inventory, and production in one platform. It’s ideal for manufacturers who need better visibility and scalability without complex customization.

Most manufacturers go live within 6–10 weeks using our rapid implementation model.

Yes. We offer a fixed-scope, fixed-fee approach to help you get started with predictable costs.

Business Central is built to grow with you. Add advanced features, integrations, or users over time—no need to start over.