Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central – It’s a Big Deal in Africa!

Comprehensive Business Management
Running a growing business comes with increasing complexity. Spreadsheets and entry-level accounting software that once worked well start to hold you back. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is designed for SMBs that need a scalable, all-in-one solution to streamline financials, operations, sales, and service.
As a cloud-based business application, the solution is trusted by more than 40,000 companies globally. As the leading distributor for Microsoft for the Dynamics 365 Business Central application, its been amazing to see the growth of the application since its South Africa launch back in 2018. Since that time, we have seen many companies transform their operations. Please have a look at some of these local African case studies.
- Warwick Winery: Streamlined stock management and financial oversight with Business Central, enabling predictive analysis for customer orders and proactive production.
- PTD Engineering: Enhanced manufacturing processes and streamlined CNC machining operations with Dynamics 365, reducing report generation time from 2 hours to 5 minutes while leveraging Power BI for powerful data reporting.
- HiCalibre Engineering: Transformed financial control and eliminated inefficiencies by adopting a cloud-based Dynamics 365 solution, enabling real-time updates, seamless integration with Microsoft tools, and scalable user management.
- Fourways Air Conditioning: Achieved real-time stock tracking and automated invoicing with Dynamics 365, reducing manual workload and enhancing operational visibility and accuracy.
Features of Dynamics 365 Business Central
- Process Automation: Say goodbye to manual tasks with automated processes that let your team focus on more strategic work.
- Boosted Productivity: Your team works smarter with seamless integration with Microsoft 365 tools like Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
- Top-Tier Security and Compliance: Hosted on Microsoft’s secure cloud, your data is safe and compliant with industry standards.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Gain real-time visibility into business performance with AI-powered insights and customizable dashboards.
- Financial Control: Keep track of cash flow, expenses, and financial operations all in one place, providing you with confidence in your numbers.
- Cash Flow Forecasting: Get ahead with future cash flow predictions based on real-time data and trends.
- Enhanced Financial Performance: Stay on top of your financial health with robust analytics and reporting tools designed to maximize profitability.
- Global Expansion Capabilities: With built-in support for multi-currency, multi-language, and regulatory compliance, Business Central helps you expand into global markets seamlessly.
- Spot Opportunities for Growth: AI-driven insights reveal opportunities for business growth and customer engagement.
- Faster Sales Cycles: Streamline lead-to-invoice workflows to shorten sales cycles, all within the familiar Microsoft 365 environment.
- Delivering Exceptional Service: Keep customers happy by managing service requests and interactions for timely, personalized service.
- Elevating the Customer Journey: Connect sales, service, and finance processes for a smooth and seamless customer experience.
- Accurate Project Costing: Keep projects on track by accurately tracking budgets, costs, and revenue.
- Resource Optimization: Avoid bottlenecks by ensuring the right people and materials are available for projects and operations.
- Maximizing Project Profitability: Keep an eye on project timelines, costs, and resources to ensure profitability and efficiency.
- Enhanced Team Productivity: Microsoft Teams integration helps your team collaborate effectively and stay connected.
- Optimized Supply Chain: Take control of procurement, inventory, and logistics to improve supply chain efficiency.
- Manufacturing Made Easier: Streamline production workflows and keep track of manufacturing operations in real-time.
- Smarter Inventory Management: Reduce the risk of stockouts and minimize excess inventory with real-time visibility.
- Warehouse Efficiency: From picking and packing to shipping and receiving, manage warehouse operations seamlessly.
- Order Processing with Sales Order Agent: Capture orders quickly and accurately, reducing errors and improving customer satisfaction with AI-powered automation.
Work Smarter with Microsoft Copilot
In today’s fast-paced business environment, staying competitive means working smarter, not harder. Microsoft Copilot empowers your team with AI-driven tools that simplify tasks, enhance creativity, and provide real-time insights. From automating routine activities to generating compelling marketing content, Copilot is your everyday AI companion that helps your business achieve more with less effort.
Get Work Done Faster with Copilot, Your Everyday AI Companion
Copilot helps automate repetitive tasks and provides intelligent suggestions, making work more efficient.
Find Answers to Your Questions Quickly and Easily with Conversational Chat
Natural language processing allows users to get insights and reports by simply asking a question.
Banish Writer’s Block and Drive Sales with Compelling Marketing Text Suggestions
Generate high-quality marketing and sales content instantly, helping your business stand out.
Free Up Time for Sales Teams to Build Relationships and Deliver Exceptional Customer Experiences
By automating administrative tasks, sales teams can focus on engaging customers and closing deals.
Simplify Analysis by Identifying Trends and Anomalies with Help from Copilot
Copilot helps analyse patterns, trends, and anomalies, enabling data-driven decision-making.
Experience the Business Central Difference
Be Ready for Growth: Business Central scales with you, so your business never outgrows its ERP system.
Take Your Business on the Go: Access Business Central anytime, anywhere, on any device.
Rapidly Deploy and Onboard: Quick and easy implementation means minimal downtime and fast results.
Available Worldwide: Designed for global operations, Business Central supports multiple currencies, languages, and tax regulations. In Africa, Business Central is even further extend by the means of Dynamics Payroll, the Payroll and HR solution of choice for Microsoft Dynamics 365.
Meet Your Sustainability Goals: Optimize resource use and reduce waste with intelligent supply chain management.
Customize with Prebuilt Apps: Extend functionality with Microsoft AppSource add-ons tailored to your industry.
Collaborate in Microsoft Teams: Enhance teamwork and communication with built-in Microsoft Teams integration.
Streamline with Custom Workflows: Automate processes and tailor workflows to suit your unique business needs.
Connect with Existing Systems: Seamlessly integrate Business Central with your existing Microsoft and third-party applications.
Simple, Straightforward Pricing
Get flexible pricing options that fit your budget and business needs. Usage is priced on a per-user-per-month basis. There are flexible pricing commitment options which pricing to suite your budget:
- Annual Commitment with an annual payment: This is the most cost-effective way to subscribe to Dynamics 365 Business Central, saving you 20% on your Subscription.
- Annual Commitment with monthly payment: This is the second option to choose from, saving you 15% on your subscription.
- Monthly Commitment with monthly payments: Although this is the most flexible pricing option, there are no discounts on this commitment model.
Tap into the Microsoft Partner Network – Ready to speak to an expert partner?
Let us help introduce you to an expert partner, in your region, with expertise in your area of business. We have certified partners across Africa, the Middle East and Central/Eastern Europe who can help you get going on your Business Central journey. Contact us today to discuss your unique business requirements
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