It’s no secret that the food industry has experienced a strange and unpredictable year. From panic buying and empty shelves to the rise of takeaway-only dining, businesses have had to pivot fast. From one extreme to the other, food businesses have had to respond quickly to the changes. While some have struggled to keep up, those with the right tech, like a fully integrated ERP system, have stayed ahead of the curve.

Users who are new to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central can sometimes struggle to find data within the system. That’s where Search company data comes in! Rather than going to the page with your data on it, why not just search for the data via Business Central search?  

Every time we sit down with a new food company, we ask the same question: What’s driving you up the wall right now? And without fail, someone says “spreadsheets.”

Fed up with slow response times, system downtime or a lack of industry expertise? Then it sounds like it’s time to move your Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central support to Tecman, where proactive service, specialist knowledge and long-term partnership are part and parcel of what we do. Find out what switching partner involves in our step-by-step guide.

When creating sandbox systems, you might find yourself wanting to restrict which users can access the new test environment. Luckily, if you have access to the Business Central Admin Centre and can make Security Groups within Microsoft 365, this is now quick and easy to achieve.

Dry January isn’t just a trend anymore; it’s a lifestyle shift. In 2025, 15.5 million Brits pledged to go alcohol-free for the month (Alcohol Change). Big brands are jumping on board: Lucky Saint is now the official beer of the Dry January challenge, and Majestic Wine saw a 600% spike in no- and low-alcohol sales since 2022 (The Drinks Business).