Business Central Implementation - Proof of Concept

Overview:

This 5-day Proof of Concept (POC) engagement helps organizations get started with or extend their use of Dynamics 365 Business Central by demonstrating how the solution can be configured to address specific business needs. Delivered by certified Business Central consultants, this engagement combines discovery, targeted configuration, and hands-on demonstrations to accelerate adoption and reduce uncertainty in ERP decision-making.

Whether you are implementing Business Central for the first time, evaluating migration from another ERP, or seeking to expand existing capabilities, this structured approach ensures that your team gains a clear understanding of the platform’s potential in the context of your own workflows.

Engagement Approach:

Day 1 - Discovery & Scope Definition • Review existing workflows, systems, and pain points • Identify 2–3 priority processes (e.g., financials, sales orders, inventory) for demonstration • Define measurable success criteria

Day 2 – Environment Setup • Provision a secure Business Central sandbox in Microsoft Cloud • Import sample or anonymized customer data • Configure core roles and permissions

Day 3 – Module Configuration • Set up selected modules to reflect your processes • Apply light process-specific customizations • (Optional) Integrate with sample extensions or add-ons

Day 4 – Demonstration & Feedback • Walk through configured scenarios with your team • Showcase dashboards, KPIs, and reporting features • Gather feedback on functionality, gaps, and enhancements

Day 5 – Recommendations & Next Steps • Deliver a fit-gap analysis document • Provide an implementation roadmap with timeline and budget estimates • Conduct a Q&A session with decision-makers

Deliverables • Fully functional Dynamics 365 Business Central sandbox environment • Configured modules for selected business processes • Fit-gap analysis report • Implementation roadmap with actionable recommendations

This POC is designed for: • Organizations evaluating ERP solutions before purchase • Businesses assessing Business Central’s suitability for their industry • Companies seeking to compare Dynamics 365 Business Central against their current ERP • Existing Business Central users aiming to extend functionality or optimize usage

Business Value & Outcomes • Accelerated understanding of Business Central’s capabilities in your specific context • Hands-on experience with a tailored sandbox environment • Clear visibility into process improvements and reporting enhancements • Actionable roadmap for implementation or optimization