Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations

Future-proof your business with one finance, supply chain, and compliance platform.

Dynamics 365 for Finance & Operations: The Modern ERP for Enterprises

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Businesses select D365 Finance and Operations as their ERP because it can integrate systems, provide real-time insights, and accommodate end-to-end modernization, allowing them to scale quickly and agilely.

Businesses depend on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations for its AI-driven automation, embedded business intelligence, and world-scale scalability to accelerate sustainable growth. It consolidates finance, supply chain, HR, product data, vendor collaboration, and transportation on an intelligent, centralized platform. 

As a trusted Microsoft partner, Korcomptenz tailors the solution to suit your business environment while empowering your teams with professional training and support.

Unlock These Strategic Capabilities with D365 F&O

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Industries Leveraging the Power of D365 finance and operations

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Manufacturing

Efficient production, inventory, and supply chain management.

Logistics

Improved project accounting and resource management.

Retail

Integrated multichannel sales and inventory synchronization.

BFSI

Account management and reporting, automated compliance, risk control, and data-driven insights.

Education

Enhanced financial planning, resource utilization, and school operational efficiency.

Non-Profit

Efficient donor management, grant tracking, and fundraising processes.

Key Features of Microsoft D365 Finance and Operations

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Here are the key Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations features:

Financial Automation

Automate processes such as invoicing, budgeting, and compliance using intelligent workflows in Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations, eliminating manual labor and minimizing errors.

Smarter Reporting

Dynamics 365 F&O offers adaptive, real-time reporting that is flexible and responsive to different business requirements. This enables leaders to make informed decisions based on reliable insights, respond quickly, and drive strategic growth.

AI-Driven Analytics

Use predictive analytics and real-time dashboards within D365 F&O to make better financial decisions, plan cash flow, and build operational responsiveness.

Supply Chain Optimization

Seamlessly combine global operations using F&O, allowing for streamlined inventory management, demand planning, and supplier collaboration for greater productivity.

Comparative Analysis: D365 F&O vs SAP S/4HANA vs Dynamics AX

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Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O provides a cloud-native ERP with AI, Microsoft integration, and cost-effective scaling. SAP S/4HANA is for complex operations with real-time processing and industry add-ons. Dynamics AX has no cloud, security, or analytics. Compare architecture, features, and value to select or upgrade your ERP system sensibly.
Feature Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations SAP S/4HANA Microsoft Dynamics AX
Deployment Model
Cloud-first with Azure integration; supports hybrid and on-premises deployments
Primarily on-premises; cloud and hybrid options available
On-premises only
User Interface
Modern, intuitive UI with seamless integration to the Microsoft 365 suite
Complex UI; steep learning curve
Legacy interface; less intuitive
Integration Capabilities
Native integration with Microsoft products; extensive APIs
Strong integration within the SAP ecosystem; limited external integrations
Limited integration capabilities
Implementation Time
6–12 months, depending on complexity
12–24 months; longer for complex customizations
Varies; often lengthy due to customization needs
Scalability
High scalability; suitable for global operations with multiple entities
Highly scalable; ideal for large enterprises with complex processes
Limited scalability; challenges with global operations
Financial Management
Robust financial modules, real-time analytics, multi-currency, and multi-entity support
Comprehensive financial suite; strong compliance features
Basic financial functionalities, limited real-time analytics
Supply Chain Management
Advanced SCM features, real-time tracking, and demand forecasting
Extensive SCM capabilities; excels in complex logistics
Basic SCM functionalities; lacks advanced features
Manufacturing Capabilities
Supports discrete, process, and lean manufacturing; integrated MRP
Strong manufacturing modules, suitable for complex manufacturing processes
Limited manufacturing functionalities
Business Intelligence & Reporting
Embedded Power BI, real-time dashboards, AI-driven insights
SAP Analytics Cloud; comprehensive reporting tools
Basic reporting lacks real-time analytics
Customization & Extensibility
High customization through Microsoft Power Platform; low-code/no-code options
Customization is possible but often requires significant effort and cost
Customizations are complex and time-consuming
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Generally lower TCO, subscription-based pricing, and reduced infrastructure costs
Higher TCO, significant upfront and maintenance costs
High TCO due to maintenance and upgrade expenses
Upgrade Path
Continuous updates, minimal disruption; cloud-based enhancements
Periodic upgrades can be disruptive; complex migration paths
End of mainstream support; upgrades require significant effort
Security & Compliance
Built-in compliance tools, regular security updates, and GDPR compliant
Strong compliance features; suitable for regulated industries
Basic security features, limited compliance tools
AI & Automation
Integrated AI capabilities; automation through Microsoft Power Automate
AI features available; integration may require additional tools
Minimal AI and automation features
Support & Community
Extensive support network, large user community, and regular updates
Strong support for enterprise clients; smaller community
Limited support; declining community engagement

AI Copilot Use Cases

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Use Case Module Key Features Business Impact
Natural Language Querying
All modules
Ask Copilot questions like “What’s the status of open purchase orders?”
Lowers UI navigation time and boosts productivity
Forecast Demand with AI
Master Planning/Demand Forecasting
Uses AI with historical and external data for forecasting
Reduces stockouts or overstock, improves forecast accuracy by 15% to 30%
Cash Flow Forecasting with AI
Finance
AI predicts cash flows from open transactions and trends
Improves liquidity planning and lowers cash shortage risk
Vendor Invoice Automation Copilot
Accounts Payable
AI extracts invoice data, matches POs, and learns from feedback
Cuts manual entry, reduces errors, speeds up processing by 60%
Predictive Maintenance
Asset Management
AI + IoT detects failure patterns, suggests preemptive maintenance
Minimizes downtime, extends equipment life
Warehouse Copilot Assistant
Warehouse Management
Recommends picking, packing, and replenishment actions in real time
Enhances OTIF rate and cuts fulfillment time
AI-Based Delivery Date Predictions
Sales and Distribution
Predicts delivery dates using real-time production and transport data
Boosts customer satisfaction, improves order accuracy
Anomaly Detection in Finance
Finance (Ledger, Expenses)
Flags unusual spending, journal, or transaction patterns
Aids fraud prevention, compliance, and faster audits
Copilot for Journals
General Ledger
AI helps create and review journal entries
Speeds up month-end close, reduces manual errors
Planning Optimization + AI
Supply Chain Planning
AI refines supply plans with constraints and priorities
Increases fill rates, shortens cycles, and reduces excess inventory

From Insight to Action: Agentic AI in Dynamics 365 Revolutionizes Decision-making

Agentic AI in Microsoft Dynamics 365 is more than providing insights—it brings contextual decision-making through proactive actions, next-best actions, and engaging users where appropriate. This leads to smarter workflows, quicker resolutions, and more strategic results.

Examples include:

Major Business Advantages

How Dynamics 365 F&O Streamlines Processes

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Built for agility and scale, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance provides benefits that enable companies to grow, streamline operations, and expand smoothly across markets.

Smarter Decisions

Cloud deployment gives organizations real-time analytics, which allows data-driven decision-making and provides end-to-end visibility throughout processes to facilitate smarter, more strategic moves.

Automation

Automation in D365 F&O increases user productivity by removing tedious, manual processes, while facilitating effortless data exchange between departments for enhanced collaboration and business agility.

Enterprise-wide Efficiency

Influencing cost-effectiveness with wise governance through Finance and Operations. Consolidate your data, manage budgets smartly, and develop a strategic fiscal foundation for resilient, scalable growth.

Our Approach

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We drive business value through a custom implementation plan as your trusted Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations partner.

Korcomptenz: The Edge You Need in Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations

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Our Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations customers prefer to work with us because they need a partner to analyze their requirements and set up a bespoke enterprise solution. We analyze your requirements and create tailored D365 F&O integration strategies to meet your goals and deliver results.

Our approach starts with solution architecture, in which our Dynamics 365 consultants map your most essential functional requirements to critical technical decisions in advance. It results in a more stable implementation schedule and much-improved alignment of the completed solution to match industry needs across the warehouse, manufacturing, sales, and finance teams.

With nearly two decades of experience, Korcomptenz has developed a profound understanding of various industries, including manufacturing, retail, fashion, and consumer products.

Value Proposition

Partnering with Korcomptenz for your Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations needs offers several distinct advantages:

Custom Solutions

Your company's processes, strategy, tech stack, and needs are one-of-a-kind, and you require someone to set up Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations to fit within your workflows and objectives.

Unparalleled Expertise

We have Microsoft stack experts in all areas, including Power BI, Power Platform, Microsoft 365, Azure, and Copilot. We can integrate all those tools into D365 F&O to enhance your teams' efficiency.

Dedicated Support

Get support and training from experts who know your system. Our dedicated support experts solve client issues on time, achieving a maximum client satisfaction rate.

Our Success Stories

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Our clients’ success says a lot about the quality of our work:

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations Pricing & Licensing

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Implementation fees typically range between $700,000 and $3 million, depending on your organization’s technical and functional needs. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us for a custom quote.

With the addition of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management as standalone products, licensing for Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations has been discontinued. Organizations now need to purchase standalone licenses for each solution.
User Type License Cost Additional Cost
Finance & Operations Single-App Users
$210/user/month
+ Implementation services
Finance & Operations Two-App Users
$240/user/month
+ Implementation services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Copilot extends Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations by automating mundane processes, creating insights from real-time information, and accelerating decision-making. It increases productivity, enhances financial accuracy, and facilitates quicker forecasting, allowing teams to work smarter and prioritize strategic growth.

Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations protects data through role-based access controls, encryption, multi-factor authentication, and periodic compliance updates. Hosted on Microsoft Azure, it follows global standards such as GDPR, providing a secure and scalable environment that safeguards sensitive business data in finance, operations, and supply chain.

Definitely. D365 Finance and Operations provides a much better user experience than Dynamics AX. A contemporary, web-based interface that is intuitive to use, in-app analytics, role-based workspaces, and native integration with Microsoft 365 applications enhance productivity and usability, making operations more efficient and user-friendly daily.

Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations streamlines advanced financial reporting with embedded analytics, customizable reports, and real-time visibility into data. It facilitates global compliance via multi-entity, multi-currency, and localization capabilities, providing accurate, audit-compliant insights across geographies while easily adapting to changing regulatory needs.

Yes, Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations optimizes supply chain management with AI-based demand forecasting, real-time inventory visibility, and smart warehouse and transportation management. It reduces operational expenses, minimizes disruptions, and maximizes efficiency in your entire supply chain ecosystem.

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FAQs while looking to upgrade from Dynamics AX to Dynamics 365

FAQs while looking to upgrade from Dynamics AX to Dynamics 365

Currently Microsoft provides a direct upgrade path from Dynamics AX 2012 to Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply chain management, which essentially means that you can upgrade to Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations if you are on AX 2012 R2 or AX 2012 R3 and you are updated on the latest available cumulative update for your version.

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