Category: Microsoft Dynamics AX/365

Written By Kimia Minafar As organizations prepare for fiscal year-end, one critical process in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management (D365 F&SCM) is managing year-end adjustment entries. D365 has a useful option to allow companies to post their closing period adjustments as ‘closing’ transactions in a separate period, called Period 13, instead of posting the adjustments as ‘operating’ transactions in an operating period, Period 12. This special posting...

In the energy sector, accounting teams face increasing pressure to manage complex financial processes while ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance. From joint venture accounting to asset management and regulatory reporting, traditional manual systems often create bottlenecks that slow down operations and increase the risk of error. That’s where Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance comes in, bringing automation, integration, and real-time insight to help energy companies modernize financial management from the ground...

Healthcare organizations face unique financial management challenges, from managing tight budgets and complex funding streams to maintaining compliance with strict regulations. To achieve financial transparency and operational efficiency, leaders in the healthcare sector are turning to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance. D365 Finance provides powerful tools for budget control, grant management, and financial reporting, helping healthcare organizations optimize resources and meet their mission-driven goals. 1. Strengthening Budget Control and Oversight Budget...

In the healthcare industry, managing high-value medical assets is not just about financial accountability, it’s about patient care, compliance, and operational efficiency. From MRI machines and surgical equipment to specialized lab technology, these assets represent significant investments and play a critical role in daily operations. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance provides powerful tools to help healthcare organizations track, manage, and optimize the lifecycle of these assets with greater precision and transparency....

An important part of any ERP implementation is migrating data. It is especially imperative to make sure that you have correct and audited data that is going in the right place. In D365, there can be multiple areas in which information can be stored. Where the information lives in D365 can determine different uses of functionality and how your users can utilize their information to improve their efficiencies. I want...

Operational efficiency and asset reliability are more critical than ever in today's environment. Manufacturers face increasing pressure to maintain high productivity while minimizing downtime, all while ensuring compliance with financial and operational standards. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management (D365 Finance & SCM) continues to evolve to meet these needs, and its latest preview features introduce powerful enhancements to fixed asset performance and diagnostics in manufacturing. Smarter Fixed...

The pharmaceutical industry operates under some of the most stringent regulatory requirements of any sector. Ensuring consistent product quality, maintaining compliance with global standards, and safeguarding patient safety are non-negotiable priorities. To meet these demands, organizations need robust quality management systems that not only track compliance but also streamline operational workflows. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management (D365 SCM) offers advanced quality management capabilities that help pharmaceutical companies strengthen control...

In the food and beverage industry, seasonal demand swings can make or break profitability. Whether it’s ice cream in summer, pumpkin spice products in autumn, or holiday meal kits in December, knowing how much to produce, and when, is crucial. Overestimating demand leads to excess inventory and waste, while underestimating can cause stockouts and lost sales. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management (D365 SCM) offers powerful forecasting tools designed to...

One of the biggest bottlenecks for finance teams, especially during period-end close, is managing manual journal entries. Whether it's for rent, utilities, prepaid expenses, or monthly accruals, repeating tasks introduce inefficiencies and risk. That’s where Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance (D365 F) steps in, offering robust tools for automatic accruals and recurring journal entries that streamline financial operations and reduce manual workload. What Are Automatic Accruals? Accruals ensure that expenses and...

In the competitive retail environment, margins are tight, customer expectations are high, and agility is everything. Efficient procurement processes are a critical part of delivering the right products at the right time, in the right place. With Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management (D365 SCM), retailers can modernize procurement operations, reduce waste, and gain end-to-end visibility across their sourcing ecosystem. This blog explores how D365 SCM empowers retailers to streamline...