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Green Beacon Solutions, AKA Enterprise Solutions to Merge

by Dann Anthony Maurno
Two Microsoft Dynamics Partners unite for “deeper expertise and a broader solution offering” to midmarket and enterprise customers.
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The Microsoft Dynamics AX Safety Stock Journal: How To Create A New "Minimum" Value Based On Historic Consumption (Inventory Issues)

by Evert Bos
What is needed to set up the safety stock journal for AX 2012 R3 or new AX, and how can it be valuable even when a new minimum is not needed?
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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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Cloud Momentum, Vertical Reach, Tech Strengths Spur Latest Sikich Acquisition

by Dann Anthony Maurno
Sikich acquisition of BCG & Co. driven by 10-year plan to grow technology practice.
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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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One Company's Journey to the New Microsoft Dynamics AX

by Linda Rosencrance
Swiss pump manufacturing firm Egger one of the first out of the gate on the new Dynamics AX, finds unparalleled all-in-one capabilities.
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2016 a Bull Market for Manufacturing ERP: New Research

by Matt Bolch
Top priorities: improved better customer service and response times, cost reductions, and technology that can do all of that.
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Microsoft's SCM Innovations for the Discrete Manufacturing Industry and Dynamics AX

by Scott Hamilton
A historical analysis of Microsoft's supply chain investments in Dynamics AX, with an eye toward the future.
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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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Essential Data for a New Material Item Using Microsoft Dynamics AX

by Scott Hamilton
Exploring Essential Item Data in AX as it relates to inventory storage and batch/serial number tracking
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Best practices and processes to help you stay compliant and minimize risk in 2025-2026 tax season
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Stop Churn Before It Starts: A Playbook for Manufacturing & Distribution Leaders

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Spot early signals, prioritize high-value accounts, and run coordinated sales-and-marketing actions that address churn
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Ultimate Compliance Checklist - D365 F&SCM Security & Licensing

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How Smarter Furnishings Unified Sales, Operations, and Finance with Dynamics 365 Business Central

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Unifying operations and scaling faster with Dynamics 365 Business Central
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Building a modern, cloud-first security model with Microsoft 365
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AI-Powered PO Automation Streamlines Dealer Transactions for Global Manufacturing Leader

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Discover how a global manufacturing leader used AI-powered automation in Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365 F&SCM to streamline dealer transactions and eliminate manual PO e
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Enpro, Inc.: Gaining Efficiency With a New Dynamics 365 CRM System

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Integrating a new CRM system with an existing ERP system helped Enpro, Inc. increase efficiency.
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Haire Group: Transforming Operations With Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM

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Haire Group’s Microsoft integration helped streamline processes and improve efficiency.
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