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Fuel business growth, encourage smart decisions and improve efficiency across your integral back-office operations with Business Central. 

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Business Central

What is Dynamics 365 Business Central? 

Dynamics 365 Business Central is a comprehensive ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) solution. It has functionality spanning financial, project, sales, operations, supply chain and service management, tightly integrated in a single application.  

Business Central has been built on over 30 years of innovation to become the leading mid-market ERP solution. As a cloud solution, built upon Microsoft’s Azure infrastructure, it is immensely scalable – with 1000+ users in some cases. However, it is also appropriate as a core financial application for smaller businesses too.  

With integration across the Microsoft ecosystem and user-friendly capabilities, it can deliver the functionality you need to meet all your business needs. 

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Why choose Dynamics 365 Business Central? 

Dynamics 365 Business Central is a solution which is designed to be evergreen, meaning you never have to change ERP systems again. It streamlines your internal processes and centralises data, offering enhanced efficiency and decision making across your operations. 

It’s designed to be user-friendly, allowing your staff to feel comfortable when using it to complete critical tasks. It can also be configured and customised to fit your bespoke needs as a business, with over 5000 extensions available for even the most niche requirements. 

Microsoft also regularly invests in the platform with bi-annual releases bringing new features, functions, integrations and user experience enhancements to your platform – all as part of the ongoing subscription.  

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What are the benefits of Dynamics 365 Business Central?

 

Streamline your operations: Centralise your core business functions, reducing manual tasks and improving overall efficiency 

Leverage real-time data: Access real-time data and analytics to make informed decisions across your business 

Enhance financials: Streamline accounting processes, automate tasks and gain better control over your finances 

Optimise your inventory: Built-in intelligence ensures that users are always aware of their stock levels and can predict the best time to replenish their stores 

Accelerate sales: Track customer interactions and follow efficient order processes to ensure customer needs are always met 

Simplify project management: Manage projects effectively, track progress, and allocate resources efficiently 

Highly secure: Benefit from robust security measures to protect your sensitive data and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations 

Tailored to your needs: Adjust the software to your specific business needs through customisations and configurations 

What do Infinity Group do to deploy Business Central? 

We have years of experience in deploying Business Central for organisations – from fast, fixed-price solutions to complex, bespoke projects. In 2024, we were named a finalist for Microsoft Partner of the Year specifically in the Business Central category.  

Using this experience, we can guide you through Business Central implementation in a way that fits your organisation’s needs. All our Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central solutions are flexible and scalable and are managed under a per user/per month, subscription-based pricing model. 

Firstly, we’ll assess your needs to identify if Business Central is the right solution for you and how it should be designed to best add value. Then, we’ll support you through configuration and build, data migration and testing. Finally, we’ll support you long-term as your needs evolve, allowing you to outsource maintenance to our dedicated team and get hands-on advice to increase value. 

Business Central key features_

 

Finance at the core: Gain modules, functions and automations that drive accuracy and across core tasks, helping your business to operate with financial intelligence

ERP: Ensure consistency and control across your back-office functions, from gathering leads to managing sales orders 

AI: Use Copilot across Business Central to complete jobs faster, free up staff capacity and inspire creativity without ever compromising on quality 

Automation: Integrate with leading Microsoft tools to improve automation and create seamless user experiences

Watch our deep dive into Business Central

Business Central is a core solution for leaders looking to fuel lasting digital transformation across their finance function and wider business. In this video, our Business Central Pre-Sales Architect Duncan explores how Business Central’s functionality works to improve business outcomes and meet higher customer expectations for evergreen results.

Dynamics 365 Business Central FAQs_

How much does Business Central cost?

Microsoft offers three different pricing options for Business Central, dependent on your business needs. With each licence, you’ll need to commit to a subscription for a year. 

Here’s what you can choose from: 

  • Essentials (covering core business needs, including finance, inventory, project management and purchasing) – £57.50 per user, per month 
  • Premium (bringing advanced functionality, including enhanced reporting and automated workflows) – £82.20 per user, per month 
  • Team Member (providing read-only access to your existing plans) – £6.60 per user, per month 

Remember, you’ll need a licence for any person who needs to use Business Central. You can learn more in our licencing guide. 

What is an ERP?

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is a software solution designed to integrate and automate various business functions. It serves as a central hub for managing all aspects of a company, from finance and human resources to supply chain management and customer relationship management. 

ERP systems offer numerous benefits, including improved efficiency, reduced errors, better decision-making and enhanced visibility. They help streamline processes, automate repetitive tasks, and provide a comprehensive view of business operations. 

Business Central is a leading ERP system that can provide these benefits to organisations, while allowing leveraging cutting-edge Microsoft technology. 

What is the difference between Dynamics Business Central and a CRM?

Business Central and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) are both important tools for businesses, but they serve different purposes. 

Business Central is a comprehensive Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution that integrates various business functions, including finance, sales, purchasing, inventory and manufacturing. It is a central hub for managing all aspects of a company’s operations. 

CRM, on the other hand, is specifically designed to manage customer interactions and relationships. It focuses on sales, marketing, and customer service activities. 

Although they are separate, Business Central can work alongside your CRM for alignment across your operations. 

What is the difference between Dynamics 365 Business Central and NAV?

Business Central is the modern evolution of NAV. Business Central has a more user-friendly interface, true cloud-based deployment and better interaction with Microsoft’s other products.

What does Business Central integrate with?

Business Central integrates with multiple tools. If you have other Dynamics 365 modules, these can work alongside Business Central to align your operations and improve data visibility. 

Business Central also connects to: 

  • Microsoft 365: Integrate with Office 365 apps like Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams for improved collaboration and productivity. 
  • Power BI: Create custom dashboards and reports to visualise data and gain valuable insights. 
  • Power Apps: Create bespoke apps to extend to functionality of Business Central and streamlines processes even further. 
  • Power Automate: Implement automated workflows within your Business Central deployment to save time. 
  • Azure: Leverage Azure cloud services for scalability, reliability, and data storage. 
  • Copilot: Leverage AI-powered guidance to achieve more with less effort. 

It will also integrate with third-party CRM systems, payment gateways and accounting systems. 

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