Is it worth upgrading your Dynamics AX system to Dynamics D365 Finance & Operations?

Is it worth upgrading your Dynamics AX system to Dynamics D365 Finance & Operations?

Considering upgrading to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O)?

The answer may seem tricky since all of Microsoft’s products are of high quality and work well. I have gathered a list of benefits that will help understand and make a calculated decision on whether it’s worth upgrading to D365 F&O from Dynamics AX!

So, what is the difference between Dynamics AX and D365 F&O?

• The main difference between the two systems is that Dynamics AX is a desktop-based application having some web and mobile add-on components whereas D365 F&O is a cloud-based ERP. This means that if it’s connected to the internet, D365 F&O can be used on any device.
• Dynamics AX can’t integrate with other products which means they have to be used separately. However, D365 for F&O can be integrated with Power BI, CRM (Customer Relationship Manager), Office 365 apps, and other D365 brands and allows the business to get an end-to-end business solution.
• D365 F&O offers a more flexible pricing model in comparison to Dynamics AX, this allows users to save money on user and licensing. This also means that Dynamics AX will soon become outdated.

What are the benefits of upgrading to Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations?

COST REDUCTION – you might think migrating to D365 F&O is time-consuming and expensive, but you save more investing. D365 F&O functionality helps to identify and clean up redundant resources. This can free up your resources to focus your energy on other value-adding projects.

MORE ACCESSIBLE – D356 F&O is optimized for multiple devices, platforms, and mobile apps this means that there won’t be any problems with instalment and customization you might have previously faced.

SOFTWARE INTEGRATION AT IT’S FULL POTENTIAL– Because everything is under the Dynamics 365 range it means if you upgrade to D365 for F&O makes it easier to integrate your ERP, CRM, BI and IoT all in the Dynamics 365 range. So, not only save on customization but also spend less on personnel re-training.

KEEPING UP TO DATE - D365 for F&O allows Straightforward updates with platform updates every 3 months and application updates every 6 months. This means you always use the latest technology without the need for continuous significant implementations.

BUILT-IN ANALYTICS - D365 for F&O has a standard built-in analytics tool powered by Microsoft Power BI. This makes analyses and reports deeper and easier to produce. This gives you more accessible insight to drive greater efficiencies across your business.

So, is it worth upgrading to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations?

The answer is, YES!

D365 F&O is the way forward, depending on the specificity of your business, you may find even more features of this ERP platform to help your business be more efficient!

If you are a client interested in seeing the Microsoft Dynamics AX/D365 F&O talent out there for a brand-new project or an upgrade project, contact me on fern@pearsoncarter.com!

If you are a candidate looking for the next interesting D365 F&O project do contact me also!