ERP Migration Checklist: What Finance Teams Should Lock Before Go-Live
Chart of accounts, opening balances, cutover rules, and audit trails โ the finance checklist we run before every D365 or Nexus go-live.
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D365 F&O vs Business Central: Choosing the Right Microsoft ERP
Enterprise finance teams need different capabilities than growing SMEs. Here's how we help clients pick between Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations and Business Central.
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Microsoft offers two ERP paths under the Dynamics 365 umbrella โ and the choice isn't always obvious. Pick wrong and you'll face costly re-implementation within three years.
When Finance & Operations fits
D365 F&O is built for enterprise-scale operations: multi-entity consolidation, advanced supply chain, commodity trading (CTRM), and complex manufacturing. If you're migrating from AX 2012 or need PSA/project accounting at scale, F&O is the natural home.
When Business Central fits
Business Central is the Navision successor for SMEs and mid-market teams. Faster to deploy, lower TCO, and strong out-of-the-box finance for companies with simpler supply chains. Ideal if you're on legacy Navision or outgrowing QuickBooks.
How we approach the decision
- Finance-first assessment โ what does your ledger actually need?
- Migration path mapping โ AX, Navision, or greenfield?
- Industry overlays โ CTRM, government tender compliance, multi-currency.
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