Advanced Manufacturing in Business Central

In the rapidly evolving landscape of advanced manufacturing, staying ahead requires not just keeping pace with current technologies and practices, but also anticipating the impact of policies and leveraging advanced planning techniques. This session delves into the less explored, yet critically important, aspects of manufacturing features in business central that can significantly influence operational efficiency and product lifecycle management. Attendees will gain insights into:

The Influence of Manufacturing Policies: Explore how manufacturing policies shape the ecosystem of multi-level production orders, affecting everything from supply chain resilience to production timelines.

Optimizing with the Replan Function: Uncover the strategic advantages of using the replan function in multi-level production orders.

Routing Link Code and Flushing Method : This section will clarify how these tools work together to optimize material flow, reduce waste, accurate inventory management, and ensure precision in cost accounting.

Mastering Reordering Policies: A comprehensive examination of various reordering policies, including their benefits, challenges, and best use cases.

Demand Forecasting for Long Lead Items: Tackle one of the most challenging aspects of manufacturing—planning for long lead items. Discover strategies for integrating demand forecasting into your planning process.

Breaking Barriers: Unleashing the Power of Business Central for Manufacturing

Are you under the impression that Business Central is only suitable for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and can't handle complex manufacturing processes? Think again! Contrary to popular myths, BC is a powerful tool that has been successfully implemented in large organizations to streamline manufacturing operations. In this session, we’ll debunk these misconceptions and take you on a journey to master the Basics of Manufacturing in Business Central, equipping you with the knowledge to leverage its full potential.

1. Production BOM: The Foundation of Manufacturing
Learn the essentials of Bill of Materials (BOM)—the backbone of any manufacturing process. Discover how to set up BOMs in Business Central with advanced features like:
BOM Versions: Manage multiple versions for flexibility & history.
Multilevel BOMs: Handle complex product structures effortlessly.
Phantom BOMs: Simplify kit management.
Calculation Formulas: Optimize material requirements.
Multiple Units of Measure: Adapt to diverse production needs.

2. Routing: The Blueprint for Production Efficiency
Understand the role of Routing in manufacturing and how to configure it in BC. Explore features like:
Routing Versions: Adapt to changing production needs and maintaining history.
Work Shifts & Shop Calendars: Plan production schedules effectively.
Standard Tasks & Parallel Scheduling: Effective scheduling for parallel operations and identification of tasks.
Send-Ahead Quantity & Capacity Usage: Optimize scheduling and resource allocation.

3. Work Centers & Machine Centers: The Engines of Production
Dive into the critical roles of Work Centers and Machine Centers in routing and production orders. Learn how to:
- Set up Capacity Costs for accurate costing.
- Manage multiple machines with the same capacity efficiently.
- Align machine and work center setups with production requirements.

4. Production Orders: From Planning to Execution
Master the art of creating and managing Production Orders in BC. Key topics include:
Types of Production Orders: Simulated, Planned, Firm Planned, and Finished.
Auto-Creation from Sales Orders: Streamline order processing.
Production Order Statistics: Plan costs and generate accurate quotes also compare plan vs actual cost.
Item Substitution & Reservation: Handle real-life scenarios with ease.
Multi-Level Production Orders: Manage complex production hierarchies.

5. Production Order Execution: Turning Plans into Reality
Learn how to execute production orders seamlessly with:
Consumption & Output Booking: Track material usage and production output.
Auto Consumption & Output: Implement forward and backward flushing methods.
Routing Link Codes: Optimize material flow.
Material Issuing: Set up efficient transfers from store locations to shop floors.

Ready to transform your manufacturing processes with Business Central? Join this session to unlock the full potential of BC’s manufacturing module and take your production management to the next level. Don’t let myths hold you back—embrace the power of Business Central today!

Target Audience:
• Manufacturing professionals looking to optimize production processes.
• Business Central consultants and implementers.
• ERP system administrators and IT professionals.

This session is designed for professionals who want to:
• Debunk Myths: Understand why BC is a robust solution for manufacturing, regardless of company size.
• Gain Practical Knowledge: Learn step-by-step how to set up and manage manufacturing processes in BC.
• Enhance Efficiency: Leverage features to optimize production planning and execution.
• Real-Life Applications: Explore practical scenarios and best practices for seamless implementation.

Preferred Session Duration:
• 60 minutes: Includes presentation, live demo, and Q&A.

Streamlining Sales Orders: AI Agents Coming Soon to Business Central.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way businesses operate, and with the introduction of AI Agents in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, tasks that once required manual intervention can now be automated. These AI Agents can autonomously execute assigned tasks, respond to various events and inputs, and adapt based on the data they receive—often without requiring any user input. When necessary, they will engage the user for assistance, ensuring that the process runs smoothly and according to business needs. In this context, Business Central’s new Sales Order Agent promises to significantly simplify the sales order process by automating the creation of orders directly from customer emails.

How It will work?
The Sales Order Agent in Business Central will carry out the following steps automatically:
1. Receive Sales Requests: The agent will monitor a shared company mailbox for incoming customer emails that contain item requests.
2. Identify the Customer: It will identify the customer from the list of registered accounts in Business Central.
3. Draft Sales Quote: The agent will draft a sales quote based on the items requested in the email.
Here manual intervention for quote modification and approval may come if we want. That we can configure.
4. Verify Item Availability: The agent will verify stock availability and adjust the quote accordingly.
5. Send for Approval: The drafted quote will be forwarded to the customer for approval.
6. Sales Order Conversion: Once the customer confirms the quote, the agent will convert it into a sales order and send the confirmation to the customer.
Here again if we need control of releasing sales order and approval then we can configure to have manual intervention.

This innovative feature will be available in Public Preview for the US region starting February 2025. It promises to revolutionize the sales order process by reducing manual effort and increasing operational efficiency.