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Get the Most from Microsoft Dynamics in 2016: Partner Predictions and Advice in the New Year

by Dann Anthony Maurno
Embrace BI, data management, Internet of Things, integration in the new year - and don’t be afraid to upgrade, partners advise.
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The Power BI Evolution: Improved Experience for the End User, but Also for Developers and ISVs

by Dann Anthony Maurno
Yes, Power BI is easy on the end user. But it is up to data scientists, developers and ISVs to make the most of it.
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Exploring Microsoft Dynamics AX BI Out of the Box, Part 2: Adding Power BI

by Todd Kuramoto
Exploring the components of Power BI and their evolution in the context of AX
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Microsoft Aims PowerApps at Rapid, Elegant, Consumer-fast App Building

by Dann Anthony Maurno
If usable, useful consumer apps roll out rapidly, enterprise apps must do the same, and Microsoft believes PowerApps can overcomes the hurdles.
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Five Years In the Making: How The New Dynamics AX Reflects Microsoft's Cloud Evolution

by Jason Gumpert
Taking a historical view of Microsoft's predictions and plans that led to the new AX release.
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Microsoft Prepares Public Preview of 'New Dynamics AX', Built For Azure

by Jason Gumpert
Simplified pricing, browser and Universal App interfaces, Power BI interoperability, and new Azure requirements for customers differentiate the "new AX".
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Open-Source Custom Visuals Now Available for Power BI

by Dann Anthony Maurno
Not finding the visualization you want for Power BI? You can create it or just wait for it – chances are, it will be along. 
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Microsoft Dynamics GP Users Get A Look Ahead to 2016

by Jason Gumpert
Aiming for April 2016 release, new version most easily accessible to customers on 2015 releases, say Microsoft managers
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Microsoft Launches Dynamics NAV 2016, Boosting Power BI, CRM, E-Services Integration

by Jason Gumpert
NAV had its best year ever, managers told Directions EMEA conference attendees
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Microsoft Begins Revealing More Dynamics GP 2016 Planned Features, Release Plans, Roadmap Updates

by Jason Gumpert
Plans for GP 2016 web client appear to hold steady, with new details about document management, Power BI, workflow.
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Integrating a new CRM system with an existing ERP system helped Enpro, Inc. increase efficiency.
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