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Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Transform operations and improve performance with a Business Central ERP solution

Trusted Business Cental Partner For Advanced Microsoft ERP Development

Streamline business processes, simplify finance and operations management, and increase productivity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

As a leading Business Central partner with a highly experienced team of Microsoft developers and consultants, Akita provides ERP services and solutions to organisations around the world.

Whether you’re considering a new ERP implementation, development work, or require ongoing ERP support, contact us today to see how we can assist:

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To discuss our Microsoft ERP capabilities, reach out to a consultant at info@akitais.com or get in touch via our contact form:
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Connecting All Areas Of Your Operations

Business Central is Microsoft’s cloud ERP application; an advanced software solution that allows you to manage all areas of your operations with ease.

From replacing finance packages such as Sage and Xero), to mastering your order book, projects and warehousing, Business Central can be your all-in-one business management solution.

And Akita can be your all-in-one Microsoft ERP partner: whether new to ERP systems, migrating from Dynamics Navision or another software, or looking to augment an existing Microsoft Dynamics 365 application setup.

Meanwhile, our  services can fill any requirement in between – from consultancy to a fully managed support service.

Benefits Of A Business Central As Your ERP System

Based on ‘The Total Economic Impact Of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central’  report by Forrester, organisations adopting Business Central software enjoyed the following operational benefits:

40%

Increase in operational efficiency

30%

Reduction in manual data entry and related errors

50%

Faster decision-making process

Video: Dynamics 365 Business Central Overview

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Understanding Business Central Functions & Features

With a broad range of modules for operations and finance, discover more about Business Central’s capabilities

 

Finance

Automate billing and invoicing, track financial performance data and deliver up-to-the-minute P&L data

Inventory Management

Predict demand based on your sales pipeline and ensure your organisation has the resources it needs to

Manufacturing & Resourcing

Manage all aspects of production and assess resource requirements based on demand prediction

Service Management

Deliver more effective service and drive greater customer satisfaction - without the need for additional resources

Sales CRM

Manage prospect and customer contacts, track opportunities and automate sales processes to win business faster

Warehouse Management

Strategically manage space within your warehouse, with adaptable use of space and predictive changes based on incoming and outgoing goods

Data-Driven Decision-Making

Business Central’s popularity among organisations is attributable to how it can enhance decision-making. By aggregating live data from finance, operations and customers, Business Central provides a complete view of an organisation’s operational efficiency and performance.

Central to this, Business Central’s financial management functionalities support up-to-the-minute scrutiny of revenue streams, expenditures, and profitability metrics. This empowers CFOs and financial leaders to make informed decisions relating to resource optimisation and budget allocations.

Furthermore, its inventory management, supply chain and manufacturing modules offer real-time visibility into inventory levels and supplier performance, providing C-suite leaders the means to ensure operational efficiency.

Additionally, as Business Central incorporates sales CRM functionality, insights into the pipeline can be factored into finance reporting to give better detail around projected P&L, allowing more strategic decisions around revenue augmentation.

Plus, Business Central seamlessly integrates with a spectrum of data analysis tools and business intelligence platforms, accentuating its role as the central source of truth for data-driven decision-making within an organisation.

 

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Copilot For Business Central: AI For Operations

Copilot is Microsoft’s AI assistance tool designed to enhance productivity and improve the quality of work for all end users. Copilot in Business Central allows organisations to enhance their decision-making processes and streamline general operations.

Acting as a virtual assistant, Copilot provides real-time insights and recommendations, helping organisations optimise their processes and improve their intelligence. It can assist with various tasks such as data entry, forecasting, and analytics, reducing manual effort and significantly improving accuracy.

By integrating Copilot, organisations can benefit from advanced AI capabilities that boost efficiency and enable more strategic resource management. Copilot could be a game-changer in managing day-to-day operations and strategic planning.

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Why Choose Akita As Your Business Central Partner?

A UK-based business applications developer, we’ve assisted organisations worldwide with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP and CRM requirements.

Our Business Central development services are designed to help organisations optimize their operations, reduce costs, and achieve their business objectives.

Whether you’re looking to implement a new system, migrate from an existing Microsoft solution such as Navision, or integrate it with wider business systems, we have the expertise to deliver the results on time and within budget.

Our clients include major brands and institutions. We work closely with them to understand their specific requirements, and we use our knowledge and expertise to develop tailored solutions that meet their needs. And we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

We’re also fully equipped to deliver all necessary wrap-around services, including consultancy, licensing and support. See below for more:

 

Our Business Central Capabilities

Our consultants offer a wide range of ERP services covering Business Central and legacy Microsoft ERP systems.

With their wider expertise, they can also assist with wider Microsoft and third-party software integration needs.

And their knowledge of business and policy best practices means any solution will be delivered in a way to deliver success.

We’re also recognised as a UK Crown Commercial Supplier for our Microsoft ERP solutions.

 

Packaged Business Central Implementation

Fixed-price ERP deployment service for finance management & reporting

Business Central Migration

Smooth transition to Business Central from Navision or third-party business systems

Business Central Consultancy

Strategic guidance from our Microsoft ERP consultants

Custom Business Central Development

Delivering Microsoft ERP projects on time and within budget

Business Central Training

Tailored Microsoft ERP training to fit your workforce

Business Central Support

Managed support services for Business Central & wider Dynamics 365 setups

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Business Central For Finance Management

Replace Sage, Xero Or QuickBooks From Just £4,750

Upgrade your finance system to Business Central and get real-time reporting on cash flow and business performance. Discover more about our packaged finance ERP implementation offering:

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Discover more about our Mirosoft ERP implementation costs, or contact us for a custom solution:

Packaged Finance ERP Implementation - From £4,750

'QuickStart BC' offers everything your organisation needs to get started with a Microsoft 365 ERP system. Our fixed-cost implementations focus on improving finance and operations, with options to add more functionality as you require. And our packages provide all the Dynamics 365 ERP development and training you need to get up and running. Find our more:

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Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP Development - Request A Quote

Looking for a more bespoke Microsoft ERP implementation? Akita and our partners can get assist you with the development of a custom ERP solution to fit your needs. Discuss your requirements with us and receive Dynamics 365 Business Central pricing:

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Business Central Licensing

As a Microsoft Gold partner, Akita can supply licensing at the same cost as buying directly from Microsoft. We can provide the following variants:

- TEAM MEMBER LICENSE -
£7.20/User/MONTH

Read anything that’s enabled in Financials or any other Dynamics 365 Application

Update existing data and entries in Financials – Existing data are records like customer, vendor or item records which are already created. Entries means entries on which it is specifically allowed from a finance perspective to update specific information.  (e.g. due date on customer ledger entries)

• Approve or reject tasks in all workflows assigned to a user
• Create, edit, delete a quote or requisition
• Create, edit, delete personal information
• Enter a Time Sheet for Jobs
• Use PowerApps for Dynamics 365

- ESSENTIALS LICENSE -
£52.80/USER/MONTH

The Essential license is for full user employees whose job functions require the comprehensive features of an application. These include productivity users or management level employees. Essential users have complete access to edit and approve within the application, and can manage the Team Member user’s access within their organisation.

Dynamics 365 Essential has full access to the following:

• Financial Management
• Customer Relationship Management
• Project Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Human Resources Management
• Warehouse Management

- PREMIUM LICENSE -
£75.40/USER/MONTH

All of the features of Essentials plus access to the Manufacturing and Service Management features.

Business Central Support - From £260 per month

We offer a Business Central support service that delivers banked time for break/fix support, minor changes, report configuration, consultancy and training. Discover more:

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Case Studies: How We Develop Business Central

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Dynamics 365 Business Central FAQs

How Can I Implement Business Central In My Organisation?

Business Central is developed by Microsoft partners (such as Akita) who will configure the platform to your setup. Based on your requirements, we can give you an indicative cost for the consultancy involved with deploying your ERP system. We then confirm this estimate through the process of discovery, where we’ll dedicate time to getting to understanding your operations and providing a recommendation of how a project should. We also offer packaged deployments for Dynamics 365 finance solutions - view our QuickStart BC offering:

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What Type Of Organisation Can Benefit From Business Central?

Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP solutions can work with a wide range of industries and operational requirements, from manufacturers to professional service providers. Some of the more industry-specific are catered for with add-ons that bolt on to Microsoft's ERP application - with a growing list of these available to buy from Microsoft’s online shop, AppSource.

Does Business Central Have CRM Capabilities?

Dynamics 365 Business Central does have a simplified lead and order management functionality. However, for organisations requiring more comprehensive sales and contact management, we will typically recommend Dynamics 365 Sales as a comprehensive CRM solution. View more about the application here:

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What Support Can I Get For Business Central?

Akita offers a number of support options, from ad hoc support to ongoing Business Central ERP managed services. Discover more about ERP support:

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Can I Install Business Central On Premise?

Yes. Typically a Business Central ERP system is hosted in Azure, Microsoft’s cloud infrastructure. However, for organisations with specific needs we can install a Microsoft 365 ERP system locally or even host in Akita's private cloud. For more on Business Central On Premise solution please get in touch:

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Can You Help Us Move From Dynamics Navision (NAV) To Business Central?

Yes, we support organisations looking to migrate away from Navision. View more about our Dynamics Navision migration services:

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Do You Offer ERP Rescue Services?

Yes. If your Business Central implementation has gone wrong we can provide you with our Microsoft ERP rescue service, getting your project back on track. Get in touch for more information:

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Can You Provide Business Central Licensing?

Yes we can provide Business Central licensing at the same cost as buying directly from Microsoft. The most common Business Central licensing provided is Premium or Essentials. For more information please get in touch:

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Wider Microsoft 365 Capabilities

As experts in Microsoft technology, many of the projects we undertake combine Business Central with wider Dynamics 365, SharePoint, Power Platform and Microsoft 365 requirements. Discover more about our capabilities or get in touch.

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