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Sales Order Picking/Shipping with Advanced WMS in Microsoft Dynamics AX

by Scott Hamilton
Reviewing a simple yet typical business process for order-based picking, and explained the related life cycles, reversing transactions and key constructs in AX
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The MSDW Podcast, May 16 2016: Marketing Automation Next Steps; Sales Intelligence; Solair IoT Acquisition; NAV Users, Fix your Inventory!

by Jason Gumpert
A review of the week's news on Microsoft Dynamics ERP and CRM
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With Solair, Microsoft Builds Out IoT Capabilities in Supply Chain, Business Process Automation

by Linda Rosencrance
Italian company’s tech will integrate neatly with the Azure IoT Suite, with potential tie ins to Dynamics ERP via PLM and process automation tools 
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For Microsoft Dynamics AX Beginners: The Essential Guides for Supply Chain Management

by Scott Hamilton
Examining a new series of Essential Guides specifically geared for SCM professionals who need to initially learn AX.
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Unit of Measure Considerations for a Material Item Using Microsoft Dynamics AX

by Scott Hamilton
Units of measure represent a critical aspect for many scenarios from advanced warehouse management to process industry scenarios
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Fundamentals of Defining a Material Item Using Microsoft Dynamics AX

by Scott Hamilton
Reviewing some of the fundamentals of defining a material item within AX, and how to support the differing viewpoints
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Microsoft Dynamics AX Master Planning Dilemma: By site or by site/warehouse?

by Evert Bos
Should master planning in AX be segregated by warehouse? 
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The State of Manufacturing: Leaders Must Resist Inertia, Adopt Culture of Data-Driven Technology

by Dann Anthony Maurno
US manufacturing endures by adapting to the times, said an expert panel at Envision 2016; and in the digital age, the call is for data- and service-driven businesses.
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Manage Batch-Controlled Items Using Microsoft Dynamics AX

by Scott Hamilton
Exploring the batch control policies and considerations that differ between basic and advanced approaches to warehouse management in AX
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Manage Serialized Items Using Microsoft Dynamics AX

by Scott Hamilton
Exploring the two approaches to managing serialized items in Dynamics AX: serial number tracking and deferred assignment of serial numbers
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The eCommerce industry has taken off and continues to grow

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Booklet | The definitive guide to usage-based pricing

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This booklet will guide you through usage-based pricing strategies to help you determine if this model is right for your business

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Booklet | 5 hybrid pricing models to revolutionize your subscription-based business-Based Business

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Booklet | Why retailers are flocking to e-commerce subscription models

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Transforming Bespoke Manufacturing with Insight Works’ Solutions

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The integration of Insight Works’ solutions with Dynamics 365 Business Central has transformed Sotech’s manufacturing operations.
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Overcoming Operational Complexity: How AGIS Streamlined Multi-Site Production

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The successful deployment of Wiise ERP, Jet Reports, and Shop Floor Insight empowered AGIS to meet the demands of its expanding operations. Insight Works’ Shop Floor Insight played
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MB2 Dental Scales Monthly Invoicing for 250 Locations Without Adding Overheads

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MB2 Dental needed a way to process thousands of monthly invoices across 250 locations without adding additional overhead

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Equipment Manufacturer, Hamilton Company Scales with Dynamics 365 ERP from Sikich

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Hamilton Company expanded its business during the pandemic after deploying Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Ope...

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AMF Bakery Systems Implements D365

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Achieved tangible costs savings by reducing their investment in on-premises hardware.

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Routing Analysis

Optimize production with routing analysis to reduce variability and enhance costing accuracy. Website | AppSource | On-Demand...
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Production Order Analysis

Monitor actual vs. expected production costs in real-time to optimize budgets and enhance profitability. Website | AppSource...
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Multi-Level BOM Viewer

Easily visualize and edit complex BOM hierarchies for streamlined operations. Website | AppSource | On-Demand Demo The Multi...
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Item Planning Review

Optimize inventory management by streamlining reorder planning, minimizing costs, and enhancing accuracy. Website | AppSource...
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Enhanced Planning Worksheet

Align Inventory with Demand and Optimize Vendor-Driven Purchasing. Website | AppSource | On-Demand Demo The Enhanced Planning...
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