Press Release

Business Central App Upgrade: New Features in Graphical Scheduler v2.0

Insight Works announces Graphical Scheduler v2.0 for Business Central, delivering new features to enhance production scheduling, clarity, and efficiency.

Insight Works, a leading Independent Software Vendor (ISV) specializing in manufacturing and distribution apps for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, is pleased to announce the release of Graphical Scheduler v2.0. This upgrade to visual production scheduling introduces new features that improve the visualization of each workstation, enabling managers and staff to manage production scheduling more effectively.

Graphical Scheduler is a free app that integrates seamlessly with Dynamics 365 Business Central SaaS, providing production teams with a drag-and-drop visual interface to manage schedules without the complexity of advanced planning tools. With v2.0, users benefit from a more refined user experience, enabling faster navigation, better data visibility, and improved workflow control.

Brian Neufeld, Director of Marketing at Insight Works, commented on the release: “Graphical Scheduler v2.0 reinforces our commitment to creating simple, effective tools manufacturers want to use. With this release, we’re giving teams more control, speed, and clarity—all within a familiar Business Central environment. It’s about helping users stay productive without adding complexity.”

New Features in Graphical Scheduler v2.0:

  • Improved Navigation Controls: New zooming, paging, and preset zoom controls are now available on the main action bar to improve efficiency and usability.
  • Quick Date Presets: User-configurable date and zoom presets on the context menu and main toolbar allow fast switching between different time periods, making it easy to visualize orders of interest.
  • Enhanced Context Menu: A new right-click menu provides fast access to common actions like centering, zooming, and applying date presets, improving workflow efficiency.
  • Scrollbar-Free Navigation: Improved zooming and paging make it easier to navigate scheduling data efficiently without having to scroll to find data.
  • Configurable Working Hours Display: Users can now define how working hours appear in time-based views, improving schedule clarity and aligning displays with actual working times.
  • Finer Zoom Granularity: A new 15-minute scale level provides a more detailed view of short-duration tasks, enhancing precision in production planning.
  • Visual Loading Indicator: A new loading icon provides a clear visual cue when the system is processing, reducing uncertainty and improving user experience.
  • Timestamp Visibility for Mouse Position: A real-time timestamp display provides immediate feedback on time positioning, improving accuracy when planning production operations.
  • Customizable Data Source Order: The ability to sort data sources improves control over how scheduling data is displayed, helping users prioritize critical information.
  • More Responsive Double-Click Actions: Double-clicking a cell now instantly opens its details, reducing the number of steps needed to review critical scheduling information.
  • Filtered Work Center Load Views: Filtering work center loads by production order status helps focus on active work, removing completed orders from capacity calculations to improve planning accuracy.
  • More Work Center Load Styles: Standardized default styles improve visualization and make it easier to interpret work center load data at a glance.
  • New Time-Only Fields for Templates: Optional time-only fields ([Start Time] or [End Time]) improve flexibility when formatting templates, making it easier to display just the necessary time details.
  • Faster Setup Configuration: Streamlined setup reduces configuration time, making it easier for users to get up and running without extensive manual settings.
  • More Accurate Read-Only Data: Read-only cells are now non-draggable, preventing accidental modifications and ensuring data integrity.
  • Improved Connection Information: Improved connection lines between closely drawn cells enhances clarity, reducing visual confusion when analyzing schedules.

Empowering Manufacturers with Graphical Scheduler v2.0

The release of Graphical Scheduler v2.0 represents Insight Works’ continued focus on delivering practical, user-friendly tools for Business Central users in the manufacturing sector. With enhanced scheduling capabilities, greater control, and faster performance, this free app enables teams to improve planning accuracy, reduce manual effort, and keep production moving smoothly.

From real-time visibility to intuitive controls, Graphical Scheduler v2.0 is a powerful upgrade for organizations seeking to optimize scheduling workflows without overcomplicating the process.

To learn more or to upgrade to the latest version, visit SchedulerForDynamics.com or contact your Microsoft Partner today.

About Insight Works

Insight Works is a leading Independent Software Vendor (ISV) dedicated to creating apps exclusively for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Insight Works specializes in the manufacturing and distribution industries and provides innovative solutions that streamline operations and enhance productivity for businesses worldwide. With a vast reseller network comprising over 600 global Microsoft Partners, Insight Works ensures its apps are accessible and supported wherever businesses operate. Headquartered in Canada, Insight Works also maintains a regional office in the Netherlands, strengthening its global reach and commitment to localized support. Learn more at https://dmsiworks.com.

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