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Top Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations expert articles of 2018

by MSDW Reporter

Top articles from our contributors questioned conventional wisdom, revealed new solutions to challenges, and encouraged wise project planning.

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Gantt chart colors in Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations: No longer a mystery

by Evert Bos

The Gantt chart for production in D365FO has a refined set of options for color display that requires some special attention.

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Explosion options for advanced users of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and AX 2012

by Evert Bos

Get familiar with key options in D365's "mini-MRP".

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Providing Work Instructions to Job Operators in Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations & AX

by Evert Bos

Two options for adding notes and documents.

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How to use standard or "master" routings in Microsoft Dynamics AX and D365 for Finance and Operations

by Evert Bos

How and why to create one common "standard” or “template” routing in Microsoft Dynamics AX and D365FO.

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GPUG Summit 2018 Preview: Microsoft Dynamics GP users anticipate new release, track updates

by Jason Gumpert

Summit leaders expect 2018 to continue the event's legacy as both an educational event and community gathering for GP users.

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Executive Q&A: Aligning B2B e-commerce with Microsoft and Dynamics ERP partners

by Jason Gumpert
Sana Commerce CEO Michiel Schipperus discusses industry requirements, being a good Microsoft partner, and his company's next cloud release.
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Executive Q&A: How manufacturers can benefit from robotic process automation

by Jason Gumpert
Manufacturers awash in data can better leverage information to their benefit with robotic process automation
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Microsoft Dynamics Profile: First-time MVP Mike Glue on embracing the Dynamics 365 Business Central Extension model

by Linda Rosencrance
Veteran NAV developer Mike Glue says developers need to think more about customer experience.
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Sales Order Reservations for Batch-Controlled Products using Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations or AX 2012 R3

by Scott Hamilton
Summarizing the unique aspects of sales order reservations for batch-controlled products, such as products with shelf life dates or critical batch attributes.
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