Tecman Talks Dynamics
Series 4
The no-nonsense podcast for businesses using Microsoft Dynamics 365.
LATEST EPISODE
Quoting 101: Dynamics 365 CRM vs Business Central
When it comes to quoting, both Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Dynamics 365 CRM offer great capabilities – but which one should you use (or even both!), how should it all be integrated and what are the pros, cons and best practices to be taken into consideration. It can feel a little confusing, especially when there’s no “one-size-fits-all" quoting process that every business uses. The types of products and/services you're quoting for can also add additional complexities to navigate.
In this episode of Tecman Talks Dynamics we’re exploring the quoting functionality and integration between both Dynamics 365 CRM and Dynamics 365 Business Central, discussing the various aspects of quoting, such as pricing, look and feel, electronic signatures, tax, payment terms, and more. We’ll also be delving into the advantages and disadvantages of quoting in both systems, helping you choose the best tool for your business needs and processes.
Where is Business Central heading?
The rise and rise of cloud computing has accelerated the evolution of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central with integrations becoming faster thanks to the advent of apps that extend functionality fast. However, expectations are rising too, with customers needing accurate real time data to help them stay ahead of the competition. Team Tecman predicts a future with customers wanting more advanced features to help them maximise their investment and keep ahead of the competition. Add AI into the mix and choosing the right partner will be critical. For the full story listen in.
The cost of doing nothing about EP price hike for Business Central
The latest price increase for Enhancement Plans (EPs) for Microsoft Dynamics on-premises products will take effect in the autumn and could end up costing your business more in the long run if you opt to do nothing.
Prices are set to rise in real terms by 6% from October 2024, whilst substantial discounts attached to moving to the cloud under the Bridge to the Cloud promotion are predicted to disappear at the end of the year. Moving from on-premises to the cloud is only part of the story, as many on-premises systems (earlier than v22 for Dynamics 365 Business Central, or any version of Dynamics NAV) are now out of mainstream support so planning ahead for your business is critical.
Apprehensive about apps in Business Central?
Are you hesitant about integrating apps into Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or struggling to see the benefits for your business? Listen in to get the lowdown from Team Tecman on why apps can offer fast, flexible, and cost-effective solutions with some great options available helping to extend the power of Business Central. Many apps are created as a response to customer feedback and need, meaning that there are some great solutions out there developed by experts in specific industries. But, as ever, Team Tecman have also looked at the potential pitfalls for the uninitiated and highlighted what to watch out for when considering the options. Tap into our take on why apps are the smart way to add functionality fast and then take a look at what’s out there.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM & Power Platform 2024 Wave 1 Release Plan
It’s that time of year again, the Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM 2024 Wave 1 Release Plan is here! You can expect a few new features, functionality and updates in the first major update of 2024, but in this episode, we’re talking about the features that we think will be most beneficial to our customers.
From a new customer service admin centre, and easier email sending within Dynamics 365 CRM, to creating multiple opportunities from one lead, automated lead assignment, the option to classify sensitive data within Omnichannel, and much more. Plus, it’ll be no surprise that Copilot, gets a few mentions throughout the episode. Get up to speed on the latest updates today.
Will Copilot change the way we work? Team Tecman put Microsoft’s AI tool through its paces
Team Tecman have been putting Copilot, Microsoft’s AI tool through its paces for a few days within the business and the results have been surprising. Describing Copilot as the most radical improvement to Microsoft Office in ten years, the team have already seen how it will change the way we work. From summarising lengthy email chains through to bringing in natural language Copilot is set to become a huge time saver and is now available to all users for additional annual payment.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central 2024 Wave 1 Release Plan
Listen to the latest and greatest developments from Microsoft for Dynamics 365 Business Central in the 2024 Wave 1 Release Plan. With the first major release for 2024, there's plenty to get excited about!
From name changes for jobs, exciting developments with Shopify for B2B through to service management improvements and Copilot starting to appear across Business Central there’s a raft of new capabilities coming up. We look at the highlights and the areas to watch and there’s even a cheeky invite for Microsoft to take part in a Tecman talk in the future!
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![Ep 1: Make Dynamics 365 Business Central work harder for you with the 3 Rs - review, refresh, and revisit!](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumbnail-s4-ep1.jpg)
![Ep16: Why multi-company group roll outs are no longer a headache in Business Central](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumb-s3-ep16.jpg)
![Ep15: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central in the Cloud & the insurance you need](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumb-s3-ep15.jpg)
![Ep14: Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM and Power Platform 2023 Wave 2 Release](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumb-s3-ep14.jpg)
![Ep13: Not just a name change for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Marketing](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumbnail-s3-ep13.jpg)
![Ep12: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central 2023 Wave 2 Release Plan](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumb-s3-ep12.jpg)
![Ep11: Are your Microsoft solutions’ doors wide open & exposed to security threats?](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumb-s3-ep11.jpg)
![Ep10: Microsoft Power Platform: Business solutions must-have or DIY free-for-all?l: The Perfect Match?](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2023-ep10.jpg)
![Ep9: Integrating Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM & Business Central: The Perfect Match?](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumb-s3-ep9.jpg)
![Ep8: Our guide to the new Business Central licensing](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumb-s3-ep8.jpg)
![Ep7: The future of Business Central - our predictions & wish list](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumb-s3-ep7.jpg)
![Ep6: Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM 2023 Wave 1 Release Plan](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumbnail-s3-ep61.jpg)
![Ep5: ChatGPT & Dynamics 365: Exploring the Power of AI](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumb-s3-ep5.jpg)
![Ep4: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central 2023 Wave 1 Release Plan](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumb-s3-ep4.jpg)
![Ep3: Can you really be your own developer with Microsoft Power Platform?](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumb-s3-ep3.jpg)
![Ep2: What is Microsoft Power Automate and how can I use it?](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-thumb-s3-ep2.jpg)
![Ep1: Will a fixed price implementation of Dynamics 365 Business Central work for me?](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2023-ep1.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep14: Women in Dynamics](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep14.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep11: Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM 2022 Wave 2 Release Plan](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep11.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep13: Which Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales licence is right for my business?](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep13.jpg)
![Ep15: Our key takeaways from Directions EMEA 2022](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep15.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep12: How to make Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM as invaluable as your ERP software](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep12.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep10: What to look out for in a #MsDyn365CRM/Power Platform partner](/images/page-graphics/podcasts/podcast-2022-ep10.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep8: Valuable, in-built Dynamics 365 Business Central reporting you're missing out on](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep8.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep5: The good, the bad and the ugly of #MSDyn365BC in the cloud](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep5.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep4: What to look out for when choosing a Dynamics Partner](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep4.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep7: Is Dynamics 365 Marketing for me?](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep7.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep6: Upgrading to #MSDyn365BC Getting App Ready](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep6.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep3: The Challenges of Development](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep3.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep2: Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM Wave 1 Release Plan](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep2.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep9: Microsoft Dynamics 365 2022 Business Central Wave 2 Release Plan](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep9.jpg)
![Series 2 Ep1: Dynamics 365 Business Central 2022 Wave 1 Release Plan](/images/podcast/episodes/podcast-2022-ep1.jpg)
![Ep18: 2022 Predictions](/images/podcast/episodes/18-podcast-youtube.jpg)
![Ep17: Is Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM for me?](/images/podcast/episodes/17-podcast-youtube.jpg)
![Ep16: Licencing Update Explained](/images/podcast/episodes/16-podcast-youtube.jpg)
![Ep15: Evolution of the IT Manager](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/Podcast-Ep-15.jpg)
![Ep14: Dyn365 BC 2021 Wave 2 Roadmap](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/Podcast-Ep-14.jpg)
![Ep13: Our Favourite Apps on AppSource](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/Podcast_Ep_13.jpg)
![Ep12: Harnessing Power BI](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/12-Podcast-Youtube.jpg)
![Ep11: Introducing the Web Client](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/Podcast_Ep_11.jpg)
![Ep10: Becoming Self Sufficient](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/Podcast_Ep_10.jpg)
![Ep9: Citizen Developer](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/Podcast_Ep_9.jpg)
![Ep8: Dyn365 BC Wave 1 Release](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/Podcast_Ep_8.png)
![Ep7: Dispelling the myths of training](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/Podcast_Ep_7.png)
![Ep6: SaaS vs PaaS vs On-Premises](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/Podcast_Ep_6.png)
![Ep5: Upgrading from Dynamics NAV to Business Central](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/Podcast_Ep_5.png)
![Ep4: Dyn365 BC 2021 Wave 1 Roadmap](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/Podcast_Ep_4.png)
![Ep3: How Brexit affects you](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/Podcast_Ep_3.png)
![Ep2: Modern projects delivery with Dynamics](https://www.tecman.co.uk/images/podcast/episodes/Podcast_Ep_2.png)
Tecman Talks Dynamics is a regular podcast aimed at businesses that use Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/Dynamics NAV as their everyday business system.
In each episode, the Dynamics experts at Tecman will discuss the most frequently asked customer questions and explore areas of the system that you may not have unlocked before.
They will also be sharing their top tips in maximising your usage, performance and productivity within Dynamics 365 Business Central/Dynamics NAV (as well as Dynamics 365 Sales, Marketing & Service, previously CRM), based on their wealth of experience.
The purpose of these podcasts is to inform and educate Dynamics 365 users and ensure you are fully maximising your business system and continue to be efficient & agile as possible.
So, tune in to our no-nonsense podcast for businesses using Microsoft Dynamics and start learning today!
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