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Artificial Intelligence is no longer a buzzword—it’s a business imperative. In the world of ERP and CRM, AI is transforming how companies operate, engage customers, and drive profitability. Microsoft has embedded AI deeply into Dynamics 365, offering both Generative AI tools like Copilot and Agentic AI solutions that automate entire workflows. In this post, we’ll explore: How Copilot helps users find data faster and respond to queries with precision Why Agentic AI agents are revolutionizing operations across sales, service, finance, and supply chain Real-world examples of companies achieving measurable ROI How Pelorus Technology’s Strategic AI Alignment Service helps businesses deploy AI with purpose

Every quarter, Microsoft releases a flood of updates for Dynamics 365 ERP and CRM systems. These updates promise innovation, security, and compliance—but for many organizations, they also bring confusion, disruption, and stress. If you’ve ever stared at a release wave document wondering, “Which of these features matter to us? Which ones are mandatory? How do we train our teams before everything changes?” —you’re not alone. In this post, we’ll break down: How Microsoft schedules and releases updates Which features are mandatory vs. optional Why ignoring updates is risky Best practices for managing updates without losing your mind How Pelorus Technology’s Strategic Update Alignment Service turns this challenge into a competitive advantage 

Discover the hidden ERP security risks of on-premise systems and learn how Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central strengthens protection, compliance, and resilience.

Legacy systems weren’t built for modern growth. This post explores how Cloud ERP with Business Central gives SMBs the flexibility, visibility, and scalability they need—without the cost and complexity of outdated tools.

Planning a Business Central migration? Learn key steps, avoid common pitfalls, and get real-world guidance to ensure your ERP project stays on track.

When organisations are looking at a new ERP solution, Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC), is often evaluated alongside Microsoft’s other ERP offering, Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management (F&SCM), with various decision factors coming into play. Selecting the right ERP solution is critical for meeting your future business needs. Unfortunately, Business Central is sometimes unfairly overlooked due to misconceptions that it lacks the advanced capabilities of its Microsoft counterpart. In the article below, Emma Wright, Director of Product Management at Seer 365, dispels the top five myths surrounding Business Central. So, whether you’re an organisation weighing up your future ERP solution options, or you work for a Microsoft partner implementing either of Microsoft’s ERP offerings, we would encourage you to read on. Over the years, I have worked with several partners that sell and implement both Microsoft’s Business Central and Finance and Supply Chain Management (F&SCM) ERP solutions. As a Business Central specialist, I have often found myself defending its capabilities when it is compared against its Microsoft brother. Many professionals with a F&SCM background tend to underestimate Business Central. In this article, I will address some of the most common misconceptions and myths about the solution that I have encountered over my 20+ years in the industry.

Need help preparing your fit-gap analysis for Business Central? Talk to our team at Pelorus Technology today. We’ll show you how our approach and GYDE365 guarantee a successful project and give you the clarity, confidence, and momentum you need!

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (D365 BC) continues to be a leading cloud-based ERP solution for small and mid-sized businesses. Its comprehensive features span finance, supply chain, sales, and operations, making it a pivotal tool for organizations aiming to enhance efficiency and scalability. 

Embarking on a project is like setting sail on a turbulent sea of uncertainties, and choosing the right pricing model becomes the North Star guiding you to success. One such model that has gained prominence is the fixed-price approach, offering a structured framework that benefits both clients and service providers. In this blog post, we'll explore the key benefits of fixed-price projects and how they can contribute to project success.

In our commitment to providing insightful business guidance, we emphasize the significance of transitioning to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Finance and Supply Chain Management , strategically avoiding challenges associated with the scheduled end-of-life of Microsoft Dynamics GP in 2025. This proactive move ensures cost efficiency, modern cloud features, and steadfast support, allowing businesses to align systems with growth ambitions for sustained success at this crucial juncture. Introduction: In the agile world of Microsoft Dynamics GP (formerly Great Plains) upgrades to Business Central (BC), decision-making is not always simple. Amidst the flurry of the GP to BC marketing campaigns, our consulting team has been inundated with customer queries. This surge prompted us to delve deeper into the intricacies that marketing materials often obscure. We created a roadmap to help guide GP users with the questions needed to address their business. You can find our complete roadmap here , or read a great overview of the guide below.

Pelorus Technology is a Global Microsoft Implementation Partner delivering on the Microsoft Technology Stack including Dynamics 365 ERP Software for Manufacturing needs

In today's fast-paced business landscape, automation technology has become the cornerstone of modern business operations. Microsoft, a frontrunner in this space, offers a comprehensive suite of tools and platforms that empower organizations to automate repetitive tasks, significantly reduce human error, and skyrocket overall productivity. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries by enabling machines to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. Microsoft's AI capabilities are integrated across its suite of solutions, offering businesses the opportunity to harness the power of AI to gain valuable insights and drive innovation. They have invested in cutting-edge research and integrated AI technologies into their products and services, delivering billions of intelligent experiences daily in various domains. Now, let's talk about strategy. Microsoft takes an integrated approach to automation technology, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), and AI, presenting businesses with a robust toolkit to not only survive but thrive in today's dynamic market. By harnessing these cutting-edge technologies, organizations can streamline their operations, unlock priceless insights, and spark innovation - ultimately setting the stage for long-term success.  Here's a closer look at how this powerful partnership between Microsoft and AI is revolutionizing the ERP realm:

A Strategic Alliance Focused on Streamlined Solutions and Operational Excellence

This blog shares a successful ERP project story and introduces the idea that could be the secret to team and implementation success.

A guide to when you should look to upgrade from Microsoft Dynamics GP and questions to ask.

As an existing on-premise, Microsoft Dynamics GP (GP) customer, if you have asked yourself the question, “why do I need to upgrade?” and the answer was to move to the cloud, then you have multiple options.

The second blog in our GP Upgrades collection is aimed at providing senior functional and technical resources for Microsoft Dynamics upgrade and rescue projects.

Consider all of your options before deciding to upgrade from Microsoft Great Plains. Get expert insight and experience from 2 ERP vets and their thoughts on the options available for those outgrowing their current ERP system.

Artificial Intelligence is no longer a buzzword—it’s a business imperative. In the world of ERP and CRM, AI is transforming how companies operate, engage customers, and drive profitability. Microsoft has embedded AI deeply into Dynamics 365, offering both Generative AI tools like Copilot and Agentic AI solutions that automate entire workflows. In this post, we’ll explore: How Copilot helps users find data faster and respond to queries with precision Why Agentic AI agents are revolutionizing operations across sales, service, finance, and supply chain Real-world examples of companies achieving measurable ROI How Pelorus Technology’s Strategic AI Alignment Service helps businesses deploy AI with purpose

Every quarter, Microsoft releases a flood of updates for Dynamics 365 ERP and CRM systems. These updates promise innovation, security, and compliance—but for many organizations, they also bring confusion, disruption, and stress. If you’ve ever stared at a release wave document wondering, “Which of these features matter to us? Which ones are mandatory? How do we train our teams before everything changes?” —you’re not alone. In this post, we’ll break down: How Microsoft schedules and releases updates Which features are mandatory vs. optional Why ignoring updates is risky Best practices for managing updates without losing your mind How Pelorus Technology’s Strategic Update Alignment Service turns this challenge into a competitive advantage 

Discover the hidden ERP security risks of on-premise systems and learn how Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central strengthens protection, compliance, and resilience.

Legacy systems weren’t built for modern growth. This post explores how Cloud ERP with Business Central gives SMBs the flexibility, visibility, and scalability they need—without the cost and complexity of outdated tools.

Planning a Business Central migration? Learn key steps, avoid common pitfalls, and get real-world guidance to ensure your ERP project stays on track.

When organisations are looking at a new ERP solution, Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC), is often evaluated alongside Microsoft’s other ERP offering, Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management (F&SCM), with various decision factors coming into play. Selecting the right ERP solution is critical for meeting your future business needs. Unfortunately, Business Central is sometimes unfairly overlooked due to misconceptions that it lacks the advanced capabilities of its Microsoft counterpart. In the article below, Emma Wright, Director of Product Management at Seer 365, dispels the top five myths surrounding Business Central. So, whether you’re an organisation weighing up your future ERP solution options, or you work for a Microsoft partner implementing either of Microsoft’s ERP offerings, we would encourage you to read on. Over the years, I have worked with several partners that sell and implement both Microsoft’s Business Central and Finance and Supply Chain Management (F&SCM) ERP solutions. As a Business Central specialist, I have often found myself defending its capabilities when it is compared against its Microsoft brother. Many professionals with a F&SCM background tend to underestimate Business Central. In this article, I will address some of the most common misconceptions and myths about the solution that I have encountered over my 20+ years in the industry.

Need help preparing your fit-gap analysis for Business Central? Talk to our team at Pelorus Technology today. We’ll show you how our approach and GYDE365 guarantee a successful project and give you the clarity, confidence, and momentum you need!

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (D365 BC) continues to be a leading cloud-based ERP solution for small and mid-sized businesses. Its comprehensive features span finance, supply chain, sales, and operations, making it a pivotal tool for organizations aiming to enhance efficiency and scalability. 

Embarking on a project is like setting sail on a turbulent sea of uncertainties, and choosing the right pricing model becomes the North Star guiding you to success. One such model that has gained prominence is the fixed-price approach, offering a structured framework that benefits both clients and service providers. In this blog post, we'll explore the key benefits of fixed-price projects and how they can contribute to project success.

In our commitment to providing insightful business guidance, we emphasize the significance of transitioning to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or Finance and Supply Chain Management , strategically avoiding challenges associated with the scheduled end-of-life of Microsoft Dynamics GP in 2025. This proactive move ensures cost efficiency, modern cloud features, and steadfast support, allowing businesses to align systems with growth ambitions for sustained success at this crucial juncture. Introduction: In the agile world of Microsoft Dynamics GP (formerly Great Plains) upgrades to Business Central (BC), decision-making is not always simple. Amidst the flurry of the GP to BC marketing campaigns, our consulting team has been inundated with customer queries. This surge prompted us to delve deeper into the intricacies that marketing materials often obscure. We created a roadmap to help guide GP users with the questions needed to address their business. You can find our complete roadmap here , or read a great overview of the guide below.

Pelorus Technology is a Global Microsoft Implementation Partner delivering on the Microsoft Technology Stack including Dynamics 365 ERP Software for Manufacturing needs

In today's fast-paced business landscape, automation technology has become the cornerstone of modern business operations. Microsoft, a frontrunner in this space, offers a comprehensive suite of tools and platforms that empower organizations to automate repetitive tasks, significantly reduce human error, and skyrocket overall productivity. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries by enabling machines to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. Microsoft's AI capabilities are integrated across its suite of solutions, offering businesses the opportunity to harness the power of AI to gain valuable insights and drive innovation. They have invested in cutting-edge research and integrated AI technologies into their products and services, delivering billions of intelligent experiences daily in various domains. Now, let's talk about strategy. Microsoft takes an integrated approach to automation technology, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), and AI, presenting businesses with a robust toolkit to not only survive but thrive in today's dynamic market. By harnessing these cutting-edge technologies, organizations can streamline their operations, unlock priceless insights, and spark innovation - ultimately setting the stage for long-term success.  Here's a closer look at how this powerful partnership between Microsoft and AI is revolutionizing the ERP realm:

A Strategic Alliance Focused on Streamlined Solutions and Operational Excellence

This blog shares a successful ERP project story and introduces the idea that could be the secret to team and implementation success.

A guide to when you should look to upgrade from Microsoft Dynamics GP and questions to ask.

As an existing on-premise, Microsoft Dynamics GP (GP) customer, if you have asked yourself the question, “why do I need to upgrade?” and the answer was to move to the cloud, then you have multiple options.

The second blog in our GP Upgrades collection is aimed at providing senior functional and technical resources for Microsoft Dynamics upgrade and rescue projects.

Consider all of your options before deciding to upgrade from Microsoft Great Plains. Get expert insight and experience from 2 ERP vets and their thoughts on the options available for those outgrowing their current ERP system.