ERP SoftwareBlog - AX

How Fast Can Revlon Install Microsoft Dynamics AX?

ERP Softwareblog — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:20:16 GMT

One of the most charismatic and enthusiastic customers to be spotlighted at Convergence 2013 was David Giambruno, Senior VP and CIO of Revlon . As David repeatedly said about the Revlon business model, “We make lipstick”. But it is a tad more complicated...(read more)

Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 for Public Sector Organizations Effectively Manages Public Finances

ERP Softwareblog — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 01:04:59 GMT

The need for software that enables government organizations to be proactive and effectively shift with the changing political forces and consumer trends is clear. Because of policy shifts, new technology and increased citizen expectations, there needs...(read more)

Microsoft’s Kees Hertogh’s Insights on Enterprise ERP Trends and Microsoft Dynamics AX

ERP Softwareblog — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 12:00:25 GMT

How are enterprise ERP buying trends changing, what are the main pain points in this space and how does Microsoft Dynamics ERP stand out from the competition? And does the trend toward simplification impact ERP projects? At Convergence 2013 I had the...(read more)

Famous Brands Using Microsoft Dynamics – Name Dropping at Convergence 2013

ERP Softwareblog — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:34:27 GMT

There was quite a bit of name dropping and product placement during Convergence 2013 – the Microsoft Dynamics annual user convention. There are some well-known brands and organizations running their businesses with Microsoft Dynamics ERP and Dynamics...(read more)

Microsoft Dynamics AX: What’s New and What’s Next

ERP Softwareblog — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 21:27:10 GMT

At the Convergence conference in New Orleans this week, Microsoft had a lot to share about the Dynamics AX product. They said that in order for a solution to be effective, it needs to be “all about you – your people, your processes, and your ecosystem...(read more)

Microsoft Dynamics AX for Tomorrow’s Dynamic Retailer

ERP Softwareblog — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 05:26:47 GMT

The traditional point of sale (POS) has always been an easily identifiable counter somewhere at the front of a store where customers stand in line as a cashier checks out their items. It is familiar and has worked just fine for decades. In the 21st century...(read more)

Microsoft Dynamics on the Business Needs of Government

ERP Softwareblog — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 04:16:21 GMT

Laura Ipsen, the leader of Microsoft’s Worldwide Public Sector, recently discussed the business needs of governments in an uncertain economy. She argued that governments are increasingly forced to make difficult decisions, and are in many ways forced...(read more)

ERP Softwareblog — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 21:16:10 GMT

Today’s POS is Not Suited for Tomorrow’s Dynamic Retailer by Michael Griffiths Enabling the Dynamic Retailer to Connect to Customers Across all Channels Link: http://www.forbes.com/sites/microsoftdynamics/2013/01/15/todays-pos-is...(read more)

Migrate from Dynamics SL to Dynamics AX: Is It Right For Me?

ERP Softwareblog — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 02:45:17 GMT

Have you outgrown your current, Microsoft Dynamics SL system? Microsoft Dynamics SL provides accounting and operational functionality for project-based organizations. With comprehensive project accounting and management capabilities, real-time reporting...(read more)

Microsoft’s Take on the Dynamic Retailer

ERP Softwareblog — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 02:39:22 GMT

Microsoft representative Michael Griffiths recently discussed how dynamic retailers build a brand community by creating a “complete shopping experience.” Modern consumers have a much broader choice of shopping mediums, new economic pressures, and an unprecedented...(read more)

Why Dynamic Businesses Bring the Online Experience to the Store

ERP Softwareblog — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 04:01:18 GMT

The brick and mortar retailer still beats online retail as the most common place transactions happen, and there’s a good chance things will stay that way for the foreseeable future. But as Microsoft has stated in Forbes magazine , the online experience...(read more)

Omni-Channel Retailing With Microsoft Dynamics

ERP Softwareblog — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 04:00:43 GMT

“Omni-channel” retailing has become a buzzword lately, and Microsoft wisely responded with its take on the subject . For those who are unaware, omni-channel retailing is about taking things beyond a mere multi-channel approach. It is about not just being...(read more)

Create the Complete Retail Shopping Experience with Microsoft Dynamics

ERP Softwareblog — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 03:32:13 GMT

Before you even begin to sell a product to a customer, you should know that the customer has already researched your product, studied your competitors, and looked for used versions on auction sites and online open market places. They know your business...(read more)

How Microsoft Dynamics Can Help Governments Can Do Better Business for Less Money

ERP Softwareblog — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 23:54:40 GMT

One of the challenges facing any government is to try to find ways to be better at the business it does without spending more money in the process. In the private sector, companies can adjust spending and even take a loss at times in order to build a...(read more)

Manufacturing Companies Relying on Dynamics AX to Allow Employees to Devote More Time to Strategic Work

ERP Softwareblog — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 00:53:51 GMT

Nearly a year ago, I wrote a blog in response to reading McGladrey’s Manufacturing and Distribution Monitor, Microsoft Dynamics AX Activity Reaffirms Positive News on the Economy , that focused on the parallels between McGladrey’s survey of mid-market...(read more)

Microsoft Unveils New Microsoft Dynamics for Retail

ERP Softwareblog — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 02:57:38 GMT

At the National Retail Federation’s annual conference , Microsoft has announced it latest Microsoft Dynamics for Retail. This latest release extends the capabilities and offers new enhancements that are designed to give retailers end-to-end search...(read more)

Convergence 2013 Keynote Speaker Is Kofi Annan, Former Secretary-General of the United Nations

ERP Softwareblog — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 03:47:20 GMT

A great part of attending Microsoft Dynamics Convergence events is the incredible speakers. In 2011 in Atlanta we had Malcolm Gladwell and in 2012 in Houston it was General Colin Powell. Both very different, but riveting speakers. And certainly people...(read more)

Five Reasons to Register for Panorama’s 2013 ERP Boot Camp

ERP Softwareblog — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 02:27:44 GMT

Does your ERP project team know enough to successfully choose and implement ERP software? Chances are your ERP team members may be lacking skills in at least one or two essential areas, which make them perfect candidates for Panorama Consulting’s 2013...(read more)

When out-of-the-box Microsoft Dynamics ERP just isn’t enough…

ERP Softwareblog — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 16:09:19 GMT

Three ways to Advance your Inventory Operations with WithoutWire™ Warehouse WMS As you experience growth, the standard (out-of-the-box) operations of your ERP may not be able to meet your ever changing needs. The greater the increases in revenue, the...(read more)

Microsoft Win to Grow Business Challenge Contest Rules

ERP Softwareblog — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 19:32:12 GMT

Have you heard about the new Win To Grow Business Challenge contest from Microsoft? It is actually an extremely simple contest with a huge payoff. Microsoft wants you to create an original video (between 30 and 90 seconds) explaining how Microsoft Dynamics...(read more)

Microsoft Cloud Focus Moves to Federal Government

ERP Softwareblog — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:20:25 GMT

As noted on HispanicBusiness.com , Microsoft Corp. announced on November 15 the availability of cloud-based Microsoft Dynamics business solutions which are designed for the unique security and functionality requirements of U.S. federal government agencies...(read more)

What’s New In Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R2

ERP Softwareblog — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 20:53:12 GMT

Microsoft continues their biggest product and service launch year with the release of Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R2. Existing Dynamics AX users have played a major role in influencing Microsoft’s research and development decisions on which features and...(read more)

NEW White Paper: Automated Product Recalls are Critical to Protecting Your Brand and Corporate Image

ERP Softwareblog — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 19:15:38 GMT

Now you can outsmart your competition by protecting your brand and corporate image via automating the track and trace of your inventory . In the event that product needs to be recalled for any reason, you can take an automated rifle-shot approach to...(read more)

Kirill Tatarinov Visits Lotus Formula One Racing Facility to Launch Microsoft Dynamics AX Project

ERP Softwareblog — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 04:14:31 GMT

The British Formula One racing team known as the Lotus F1 Team has recently partnered up with Microsoft Dynamics as part of their effort to get ahead of the competition…literally. Racer Kimi Raikkonen stole first place at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix...(read more)

Lotus F1 Runs Dynamics and Marussia F1 Runs Sage – Who Wins?

ERP Softwareblog — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:09:23 GMT

In Abu Dhabi this past Sunday it was Lotus F1. Congratulations to Kimi Räikkönen and Lotus F1 for winning their 1 st race this season. With that being said, if a sports team uses Microsoft Dynamics, will that increase their chance of winning? At Convergence...(read more)