From GP to Business Central: Production Scheduling with MxAPS

As Dynamics GP starts phasing out in 2025, transitioning to Business Central is the logical next step, particularly for manufacturers that rely heavily on production scheduling.

Business Central: What Happens to Scheduling?

The transition to Business Central raises a key question for GP users: what happens to the production scheduling functionality they’ve relied on? This is where the MxAPS app, designed for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, bridges the gap.

MxAPS: Advanced Scheduling for Business Central

Drive manufacturing excellence with advanced finite capacity scheduling in Business Central.

The app transforms production planning and scheduling from an inaccurate and time-consuming task into a responsive, repeatable, and highly accurate decision support activity.

Seamlessly integrating with Dynamics 365 Business Central, MxAPS generates realistic and optimized manufacturing plans to maximize efficiency. With its holistic approach, it drives operational excellence, improving not only the shop floor but also impacting key areas across your entire business.

• Automated scheduling with a “hit a button and go” approach.
• Familiar drag-and-drop functionality for schedule adjustments.
• Finite capacity scheduling that creates realistic and optimized production plans.
• Resource optimization across machines, labor, and other assets.
• Responsive and just-in-time scheduling aligned to demand and delivery needs.

From Manual to Automated Scheduling

Unlike manual schedulers or visualization-only tools, MxAPS automates scheduling while still offering flexibility. The result is:

• Reduced downtime and setup times.
• Minimized bottlenecks and optimized resource allocation.
• Increased throughput and overall productivity.
• Improved customer satisfaction through timely orders.

The Takeaway: A Step Forward in Manufacturing

MxAPS centers scheduling around automation while giving planners the flexibility to adjust when needed. With finite capacity rules, what-if analysis, and alternate routing, it produces schedules that reflect real-world constraints and help manufacturers respond quickly to change.

This approach goes beyond maintaining GP functionality by creating a practical path toward more accurate and efficient production planning.

Learn more about MxAPS capabilities by visiting the app page: SchedulingForDynamics.com