Most businesses customize their Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management (previously Finance & Operations) environment. However, few follow a clear-cut process for development and implementation.In the past, many developers used what we like to call traditional (or manual) ways to handle software development and implementation. Examples include using the Waterfall methodology, Microsoft Project or even Excel for tracking projects. Manual methods like these lacked communication, were error prone, and relied on linear and sequential processes. Manual approaches led to longer development cycles and made it challenging to accommodate changes once a project started. Luckily, technology has evolved quite a bit over the … [Read more...] about 8 business-enhancing benefits of integrating Dynamics 365 FSCM and Azure DevOps
Is it time to invest in a CRM for your SMB? 5 signs
Download the Infographic — or read the blog belowAre you struggling to keep tabs on an ever-increasing number of leads as your small business grows? Congratulations! Are opportunities falling through the cracks because you can’t keep up without a CRM for your SMB? Uh oh!As small businesses grow into medium-sized companies, the growing pains can range from annoying to uncomfortable to downright overwhelming. A small business can operate on quick tools or home-grown solutions for only so long. At some point you will want to consider investing in a full-fledged Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.What is a CRM? It’s a centralized tool to help you track interactions with leads as they step through your sales process. A CRM … [Read more...] about Is it time to invest in a CRM for your SMB? 5 signs
Passion for data leads solution architect to Boyer
Boyer’s newest team member comes with 17 years of experience and a passion for data management. Asmita Chakraborti recently joined the team as a Power Platform and Data Solution Architect.Chakraborti started her career as a solution engineer doing database administration for a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) company in India. She spent another couple of years as a data architect in charge of data migrations for IBM.In 2014, she moved from India to Canada and joined an enterprise communications company where she managed her own data analytics team. She has spent the last few years focused more on the data governance aspect, especially as more companies move to the cloud.“Whenever I see someone talking about data I can’t keep … [Read more...] about Passion for data leads solution architect to Boyer
Microsoft partner gains a new ‘Solutions Partner’ designation
Boyer & Associates, a trusted Microsoft partner, is proud to announce it has earned a Solutions Partner designation for proficiency in Modern Work. The Minneapolis-based company has earned numerous awards and recognition over the years and already holds the top badge for Business Applications. The Solutions Partner designation helps both Microsoft and customers identify highly qualified and specialized partners. This achievement serves as a mark of excellence. It indicates that the partner has met rigorous standards and is capable of delivering high-quality solutions.“This is not just a reflection of Boyer’s technical proficiency in Microsoft’s Modern Work solutions, but also of its customer-centric approach. … [Read more...] about Microsoft partner gains a new ‘Solutions Partner’ designation
People-focused PM joins Boyer team
The Boyer team has a new face ready to assist with project management for Microsoft Dynamics. We’re pleased to announce Luisa Hill as our newest senior project manager.Hill earned her bachelor’s degree in history and archaeology at a small town university in Wales. She participated in several archaeology digs and on the weekends often went climbing on the nearby Snowdonia Mountain Range.Upon returning home, Hill landed her first job at a New York City nonprofit as an associate project manager. While she was there, the organization went from pen and paper to a full-scale CRM, a move that greatly impacted the organization’s productivity and donations — and Hill. “I’m very driven by being able to make an impact on people. Seeing what … [Read more...] about People-focused PM joins Boyer team
Boyer hires solution architect for CRM & Power Platform
Boyer & Associates is pleased to announce Rahul Bhatnagar as our newest Solution Architect for CRM and Power Platform.Bhatnagar has always had a love for technology. As a young boy growing up in northern India, he spent hours on computers and other electronic gadgets. The Internet was still a relatively new concept in the early 1990s, and he was particularly intrigued with the idea of a computerized device helping to solve problems.“That was my passion. … That intrigued me and I was really into computers,” he said. Bhatnagar had no trouble choosing a major to study in college. Soon he had both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Information Technology. His first job in the IT market was as a solutions sales consultant. … [Read more...] about Boyer hires solution architect for CRM & Power Platform
Preparing for a successful Dynamics 365 CRM implementation
As a Microsoft partner, Boyer understands that preparing for a successful Dynamics 365 CRM implementation involves focusing on the three key pillars: people, processes, and technology. While user adoption is important, it’s equally critical to focus on what your organization—and your implementation partner—can do to drive success. By aligning these three areas and maintaining close collaboration with your partner, you’ll set the foundation for a successful CRM implementation that delivers long-term value. Let’s take a closer look at these three areas, how the right implementation partner can help and questions to ask a potential partner.1. Set your people up for successWhile the people in your organization are ultimately … [Read more...] about Preparing for a successful Dynamics 365 CRM implementation
Unlocking the Power of Rebate Management in Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&SCM
How many people does it take in your business to manage rebates, deductions, and royalties? In the intricate world of finance and supply chain management, all these play an essential role in shaping your business’s success, but managing them can be daunting without the right tools and strategies. This is where the power of rebate management in Dynamics 365 can help.Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management (F&SCM) offers a comprehensive Rebate Management module that centralizes and streamlines these processes. It ensures that businesses can maintain control and oversight over financial transactions effortlessly. By centralizing rebate, deduction, and royalty processing in one unified platform, businesses can … [Read more...] about Unlocking the Power of Rebate Management in Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&SCM
From reactive to predictive maintenance with D365 Supply Chain
When was the last time your production schedule went exactly as planned? If you're like most manufacturing executives, unexpected equipment failures have become an unwelcome constant—disrupting operations, inflating costs, and keeping maintenance teams in perpetual firefighting mode. The good news? This reactive cycle doesn't have to be your reality.Today's smart manufacturers are shifting from "fix it when it breaks" to "prevent it from breaking." Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management is making this transformation more accessible than ever. Let's explore how predictive maintenance can revolutionize your operations and why D365 is the platform to make it happen.The predictive maintenance revolution: why … [Read more...] about From reactive to predictive maintenance with D365 Supply Chain
Year-end updates for Dynamics SL no longer available
Boyer can still help you close out the year in your ERPYear-end updates for Dynamics SL have officially ended, as the on-premise ERP system moves into Microsoft’s extended support option. Despite this notable change, Boyer will continue to assist SL users with closing out the year in their ERP system.SL 2018 moves to extended supportDynamics SL 2018, the newest version of the solution, has now entered its extended support phase. That will continue through July 11, 2028. While security patches will still be provided during this period, non-security updates, including new features or functionality, will no longer be released. However, clients can still purchase additional user licenses or modules throughout this time. Year-end … [Read more...] about Year-end updates for Dynamics SL no longer available
