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Single Sign-On announced for connecting to data sources from Power BI Service

by MSDW Reporter
On-premise data sources include SQL Server, Teradata, SAP HANA
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New version of Power BI Report Server enables scheduled data refresh, Direct Query, new REST API

by MSDW Reporter
Update to August Microsoft Power BI Report Server preview includes several new capabilities, by popular demand
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Microsoft Dynamics Partner Roundup: CRM for mortgage brokers; Digital transformation in aerospace; D365 for higher ed; NAV for fresh food supply chain

by MSDW Reporter
A selection of announcements from the Microsoft Dynamics partner channel
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AI, Apps, and Office 365: Why NAVUG Summit boosted Microsoft Dynamics NAV optimism

by Maher Malki
Three highlights emerged from last week’s NAVUG Summit Nashville event - the huge turnout, the technology roadmap, and the Power BI push.
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Dynamics 365/AX in the enterprise: Microsoft touts strong uptake, shorter implementation cycles

by Jason Gumpert
Dynamics 365 GM Muhammad Alam describes D365FOE’s success thus far and Microsoft’s rollout plans that welcome smaller department-level wins.
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Microsoft Dynamics Webcasts, October 16-20, 2017: Automated budgeting; Azure AD Integration; What’s new in CRM?; Smart budgeting for GP

by MSDW Reporter
Microsoft Dynamics experts weigh in weekly on channel news, how-to and Dynamics product direction.
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Summit 2017: Microsoft assures Dynamics NAV users of their place in roadmap to NAV 2018, Dynamics 365 Tenerife

by Jason Gumpert
NAV 2018 will build upon NAV 2017 with more streamlined processes, UI tools, and more; Tenerife to introduce new UI.
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Summit Nashville 2017 Preview: Microsoft to share vision for purpose-built apps suited to Dynamics ERP & CRM users

by Jason Gumpert
One of Microsoft’s revamped leadership team explains the “new value” that LinkedIn, PowerApps, embedded Power BI and more deliver to Microsoft Dynamics users.
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Sales pipelines: Sales leaders need more than snapshots, they need trends

by Dann Anthony Maurno
Only with historic data can a sales pipeline become an analytical tool, describes Edgewater Fullscope Managing Director David Kohar
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Setting course for Tenerife: Are Microsoft Dynamics partners ready to go?

by Jason Gumpert
From Directions NA 2017, what partners have learned about Dynamics 365 Tenerife – and themselves.
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Set the Table for 2027: A Practical Budgeting Guide for Business Central Finance Teams

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Beyond Go-Live: How to Maximize the Long-Term Value of Microsoft Dynamics

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How to keep Microsoft Dynamics creating value long after go-live.
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A Practical Guide to Reporting and Daily Work in Business Central

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See how reporting and daily work change when moving from Dynamics GP to Business Central.
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The FP&A Evaluation Guide for Dynamics Users: Choosing the Right Planning Environment

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See what finance teams should look for in a modern FP&A platform.
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How Defaqto Took Back Control of Its Dynamics 365 CE Data

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How Defaqto cleaned up 2,000+ duplicate Dynamics 365 accounts and improved ongoing data quality.
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Unifying Operations with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management

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Scaling Consulting Services Delivery with Power Platform

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Dynamics 365 integration & implementation support for an accessories conglomerate

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Sales Automation for a Special Equipment Dealer

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Next Best Action - AI/ML-Powered Recommendations for Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM

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Efficient, expert support and continuous development from a top-tier Microsoft partner. Microsoft Dynamics 365 should...
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Software to simplify and automate financial processes. From budgeting to planning to close, Prophix offers one source of...
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