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From the Blogs: The Key Differences Between Dynamics NAV and AX May Lie in the Details of Functionality and Implementation

by Jason Gumpert
A Consultant Argues There May Be More Similarities Than Microsoft Would Have Us Believe
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Demystifying Business Ready Licensing for Dynamics GP

by Mark Polino
Microsoft's "Happy Meal" Approach Isn't Always Simple, or Happy
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Lines in the Sand: Microsoft Increasingly Sharpens Distinctions Between Competitors and Dynamics AX, CRM, and GP

by Jason Gumpert
Micorosoft Singles Out Oracle, Salesforce.com, and Intuit for Special Competitive Attention
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AX Users at Convergence Anticipate Goodies of Coming Upgrade, But Also Complain About Recurring Frustrations

by Jason Gumpert
As AX 2009 Upgrade Time Draws Nearer, Concerns About Archiving, User Customization, and Other Problems
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Seventh Generation Inc. Adopts NAV 5.0

by Jason Gumpert
NAV 5.0 Covers "95% of Business Needs" Out of Box
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NAV 2009 Expected to Open Way to Smoother Interaction with Key Microsoft Applications

by Jason Gumpert
Talk of “Ground-breaking User Interface” in Dynamics NAV 2009
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Inadequate Training: The Smoking Gun At An AX Crime Scene

by Jeff Onesto
High profile SAP R/3 ERP failures such as Hershey and Whirlpool are common knowledge, but what may be less well known are some newer Microsoft Dynamics AX failures.
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Sleeping Easier: Huge Bedding Maker Adopts Dynamics AX to Integrate Major Functions

by Jason Gumpert
Finally, A Single IT System After Post-Merger Frustrations
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Microsoft Ditches NAV 5.1 Scheduled for Early Next Year, Promises Instead More Advanced NAV 6.0 for Second Half 2008

by Jason Gumpert
The Bad News and the Good News About Dynamics 5.1
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MS Executive Indicates CRM Showing Stronger Growth Than ERP

by Jason Gumpert
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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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