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The Latest Azure Updates: Video Indexer; Azure Security Center; Azure Stack; Azure Firewall; ASIO; Bühler

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The latest insights from the world of Microsoft Azure

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S&OP Game Plans with Sales Promotions in Manufacturers Using Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations

by Scott Hamilton

When expected demand spikes for a product, a master scheduler will need to manage it via the item’s S&OP game plans.

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Reviewing Microsoft Azure news from the first quarter of 2019

by Eamon McCarthy Earls

From security and storage to new enterprise partnerships, Azure watchers had plenty to follow in the first quarter of 2019.

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Inventory Ramp-Up Plans to Anticipate Capacity Constraints at Manufacturers using Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations

by Scott Hamilton

The second of two part series on D365FO and Dynamics AX ramp-up plans.

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Inventory Ramp-Up Plans for a new Distribution Center at Manufacturers using Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations

by Scott Hamilton

Two approaches to inventory ramp-up plans in D365FO, employing the combination of a Minimum Quantity and a Minimum Key to calculate safety stock requirements.  

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Hannover Messe 2019: Microsoft updates Azure in partnership with Electrolux, Siemens, Intel and Bühler

by Eamon McCarthy Earls

Ahead of the Hannover Messe convention in Germany, Microsoft highlights new Azure partnerships and capabilities

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Microsoft Dynamics Partner Roundup: Marketing managed services; Commerce integration; Call center optimization; E-signature offering on Appsource

by MSDW Reporter

A selection of announcements from the Dynamics partner channel

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MSDW Podcast: Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations upgrade journeys, Part 3 -- Understanding the cost

by Jason Gumpert

A successful Dynamics AX 2012 customer begins the process of evaluating what their next upgrade should look like -- and what it might cost.

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How do you set up floor stock in Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations?

by Evert Bos

What are the unique requirements for the behavior of floor stock items in D365 for Finance and Operations and AX?

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April 2019 Release: New advanced warehouse features for Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations begin rollout

by MSDW Reporter

Key features from the Blue Horseshoe deal begin to roll out, with more planned beyond v10.0.

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Industrial Manufacturer Leans into AI and Automation with VCIO Global

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Global Rotational Molded Plastics Transforms with Business Central

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AI-Powered PO Automation Streamlines Dealer Transactions for Global Manufacturing Leader

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