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What Are the Biggest Sales Challenges—and How Does Dynamics 365 Help Solve Them?

Overcoming Modern Sales Obstacles with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and WebSan Solutions In today's hyper-competitive market, sales teams face more pressure than ever. From tracking leads and managing pipelines to delivering personalized customer experiences and closing deals faster, the obstacles can feel endless—especially when relying on outdated or d...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central: Scheduling and Managing Production Loads

Introduction Efficient production scheduling is essential for manufacturers aiming to meet demand without overburdening their resources. In Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, scheduling is tightly integrated with capacity planning to ensure that production loads are distributed effectively across work centers and machine centers. This allows ...

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The Power of Integration: Dynamics 365 for Sales + Business Central

 When sales and finance operate in silos, valuable insights get lost, processes slow down, and customer experiences suffer. That's why more small and medium-sized businesses are turning to the combined power of Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Sales and Dynamics 365 Business Central to break down barriers, streamline operations, and create a single ...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central: Understanding Capacity Planning

 Introduction Capacity planning is a critical component for manufacturers looking to optimize production efficiency and resource utilization. In Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, capacity planning enables manufacturers to manage the workload on the production floor by aligning resources, work centers, and machine centers to meet manufac...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central: How MRP Works in a Make to Order Environment

In Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Material Requirements Planning (MRP) is a powerful tool that helps manufacturers plan their production and purchasing based on real demand. When you're operating in a Make to Order (MTO) environment, MRP behaves in a unique and highly targeted way. Instead of reacting to forecasts or stocking strategies, ...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central: Make to Order vs. Make to Stock

When it comes to manufacturing in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, one of the most foundational decisions you'll make is whether to operate on a Make to Order (MTO) or Make to Stock (MTS) basis. This decision has direct implications for cash flow, lead times, and how you configure your ERP system. In this fourth batch of our Mastering Manuf...

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Top Features in Business Central 2025 Release Wave 1: Features You Can’t Miss

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central continues to raise the bar with each release, and 2025 Release Wave 1 is packed with enhancements that improve productivity, streamline processes, and boost usability—especially for finance and manufacturing teams. From automated payables to smarter production management, here are the most noteworthy features...

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Mastering Manufacturing in Business Central - From Excel to Business Central: Transforming Your Inventory Planning Process

For many small and mid-sized manufacturers, inventory planning starts in Excel spreadsheets. While Excel offers flexibility, it lacks automation, real-time data integration, and error prevention, making it difficult to scale as business operations grow. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central provides a modern, automated inventory planning system t...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central - MRP vs. MPS: How Business Central Optimizes Inventory Planning

Manufacturers rely on efficient production and inventory planning to meet customer demand while minimizing costs. However, many businesses struggle with overstocking, material shortages, or misaligned production schedules, often due to poor planning processes. In Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, two powerful tools—Material Requirements Plan...

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Strategic Recommendations for Enhancing Tariff Management in Your Dynamics 365 Business Central Environment

In today's fast-paced global trade landscape, effective tariff management is more than just a regulatory requirement—it's a strategic advantage. Companies that manage tariffs efficiently can reduce costs, avoid compliance risks, and streamline supply chain operations. If you're using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, there are several ways y...

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Mastering Forecasting and Planning in Business Central: A Guide for Manufacturers

Accurate demand forecasting and inventory planning are critical for manufacturing success. Without proper planning, businesses may overstock materials, leading to cash flow issues, or run out of essential components, delaying production and causing missed deadlines. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central helps manufacturers automate inventory mana...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central: Manufacturing Reporting with Power BI

Data-Driven Decisions for Better Manufacturing In modern manufacturing, data isn't just a byproduct—it's a critical asset. With Power BI, manufacturers can turn the wealth of data in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central into actionable insights, driving efficiency and profitability. Unlocking Key Insights with Power BI Dashboards Power BI's intu...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central: Production Order Execution and Costing

Turning Plans into Reality The execution of a production order is where all the planning, scheduling, and preparation come together. In Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, production orders are not just records—they're living documents that guide, track, and evaluate the manufacturing process from start to finish. From Planning to Release: The...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central: Streamlining Work Centers and Capacity Planning

Optimizing Resources for Maximum Efficiency One of the most overlooked aspects of manufacturing is the effective use of resources. Whether it's machines, labour, or materials, inefficiencies can cost both time and money. In Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, work centers and capacity planning tools help manufacturers allocate resources effect...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central: Mastering Components: Items, BOM, and Routings in Business Central

Building the Foundation of Manufacturing Behind every great manufacturing operation lies a solid foundation of well-structured components, bills of material (BOM), and routings. In Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, these elements work together to ensure every production process is efficient and cost-effective. Items and Their Role in Manufac...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central: Introduction to Manufacturing Orders in Business Central

Welcome to the World of Manufacturing Orders Manufacturing in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a game-changer for organizations looking to streamline production processes. In this post, we kick off our deep dive into manufacturing orders, unraveling the tools and workflows that simplify even the most complex operations. This is the second...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central: Costing and General Ledger Insights in Manufacturing

From Factory Floor to Financials: Manufacturing Costing Manufacturing is as much about managing costs as it is about creating products. Every material, labour hour, and machine cycle contributes to the cost of goods sold (COGS), which directly impacts profitability. Dynamics 365 Business Central bridges the gap between the factory floor and the gen...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central: Material Requirements Planning (MRP) in Business Central

From Chaos to Clarity: Material Requirements Planning (MRP) In manufacturing, knowing when and how much to produce or purchase can feel like solving a complex puzzle. Too much inventory ties up cash, while too little disrupts production schedules. This is where Material Requirements Planning (MRP) in Dynamics 365 Business Central shines, providing ...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central: Navigating Production Orders in Business Central

Production Orders: The Heartbeat of Manufacturing A production order is more than just a piece of paper or a digital record—it's the engine that drives your manufacturing process. It brings together all the elements of master data, ensuring that your operations are aligned, efficient, and on schedule. In this blog, we'll take a closer look at how p...

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Mastering Manufacturing with Business Central: Setting the Stage – Master Data in Business Central

Laying the Foundation for Manufacturing Success When it comes to manufacturing, master data is the blueprint that drives your operations. Accurate and complete master data isn't just a technical requirement; it's the difference between seamless production and costly errors. From defining items and components to creating bills of material (BOMs) and...

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