Implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement

Implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement
Author: Mahender Pal
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 421
Release: 2020-03-06
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1838550887
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Gain hands-on experience working with the architecture, implementation, deployment, and data migration of Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Key FeaturesExplore different tools to evaluate, implement, and proactively maintain Dynamics 365 for CEIntegrate Dynamics 365 CE with applications such as Power BI, PowerApps, and Microsoft Power AutomateDesign application architecture, explore deployment choices, and perform data migrationBook Description Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Customer Engagement (CE) is one of the leading customer relationship management (CRM) solutions that help companies to effectively communicate with their customers and allows them to transform their marketing strategies. Complete with detailed explanations of the essential concepts and practical examples, this book will guide you through the entire life cycle of implementing Dynamics 365 CE for your organization or clients, and will help you avoid common pitfalls while increasing efficiency at every stage of the project. Starting with the foundational concepts, the book will gradually introduce you to Microsoft Dynamics 365 features, plans, and products. You’ll learn various implementation strategies and requirement gathering techniques, and then design the application architecture by converting your requirements into technical and functional designs. As you advance, you’ll learn how to configure your CRM system to meet your organizational needs, customize Dynamics 365 CE, and extend its capabilities by writing client-side and server-side code. Finally, you’ll integrate Dynamics 365 CE with other applications and explore its business intelligence capabilities. By the end of this Microsoft Dynamics 365 book, you’ll have gained an in-depth understanding of all the key components necessary for successful Dynamics 365 CE implementation. What you will learnExplore the new features of Microsoft Dynamics 365 CEUnderstand various project management methodologies, such as Agile, Waterfall, and DevOpsCustomize Dynamics 365 CE to meet your business requirementsIntegrate Dynamics 365 with other applications, such as PowerApps, Power Automate, and Power BIConvert client requirements into functional designsExtend Dynamics 365 functionality using web resources, custom logic, and client-side and server-side codeDiscover different techniques for writing and executing test casesUnderstand various data migration options to import data from legacy systemsWho this book is for This book is for consultants, project managers, administrators, and solution architects who want to set up Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement in their business. Although not necessary, basic knowledge of Dynamics 365 will help you get the most out of this book.

Implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations

Implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations
Author: Rahul Mohta
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 551
Release: 2017-09-15
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1787121011
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Harness the power of Dynamics 365 Operations and discover all you need to implement it About This Book Master all the necessary tools and resources to evaluate Dynamics 365 for Operations, implement it, and proactively maintain it. Troubleshoot your problems effectively with your Dynamics 365 partner Learn about architecture, deployment choices, integration, configuration and data migration, development, testing, reporting and BI, support, upgrading, and more. Who This Book Is For This book is for technology leaders, project managers solution architects, and consultants who are planning to implement, are in the process of implementing, or are currently upgrading to Dynamics 365 for Operations. This book will help you effectively learn and implement Dynamics 365 for Operations. What You Will Learn Learn about Microsoft Dynamics 365, it's offerings, plans and details of Finance and Operations, Enterprise edition Understand the methodology and the tool, architecture, and deployment options Effectively plan and manage configurations and data migration, functional design, and technical design Understand integration frameworks, development concepts, best practices, and recommendations while developing new solutions Learn how to leverage intelligence and analytics through Power BI, machine learning, IOT, and Cortana intelligence Master testing, training, going live, upgrading, and how to get support during and after the implementation In Detail Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Enterprise edition, is a modern, cloud-first, mobile-first, ERP solution suitable for medium and large enterprise customers. This book will guide you through the entire life cycle of a implementation, helping you avoid common pitfalls while increasing your efficiency and effectiveness at every stage of the project. Starting with the foundations, the book introduces the Microsoft Dynamics 365 offerings, plans, and products. You will be taken through the various methodologies, architectures, and deployments so you can select, implement, and maintain Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Enterprise edition. You will delve in-depth into the various phases of implementation: project management, analysis, configuration, data migration, design, development, using Power BI, machine learning, Cortana analytics for intelligence, testing, training, and finally deployment, support cycles, and upgrading. This book focuses on providing you with information about the product and the various concepts and tools, along with real-life examples from the field and guidance that will empower you to execute and implement Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, Enterprise edition. Style and approach This book is a step-by-step guide focusing on implementing Dynamics 365 Operations solutions for your organization.

Mastering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Implementations

Mastering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Implementations
Author: Eric Newell
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 556
Release: 2021-04-27
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1119789338
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Confidently shepherd your organization’s implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 to a successful conclusion In Mastering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Implementations, accomplished executive, project manager, and author Eric Newell delivers a holistic, step-by-step reference to implementing Microsoft’s cloud-based ERP and CRM business applications. You’ll find the detailed and concrete instructions you need to take your implementation project all the way to the finish line, on-time, and on-budget. You’ll learn: The precise steps to take, in the correct order, to bring your Dynamics 365 implementation to life What to do before you begin the project, including identifying stakeholders and building your business case How to deal with a change management throughout the lifecycle of your project How to manage conference room pilots (CRPs) and what to expect during the sessions Perfect for CIOs, technology VPs, CFOs, Operations leaders, application directors, business analysts, ERP/CRM specialists, and project managers, Mastering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Implementations is an indispensable and practical reference for guiding your real-world Dynamics 365 implementation from planning to completion.

Implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations Apps

Implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations Apps
Author: JJ Yadav
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 519
Release: 2020-03-06
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1789954142
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Harness the power of Finance and Operations apps, and discover all you need for their implementation Key FeaturesManage and plan different Dynamics configurations, designs, and productsLearn how to manage projects for pre-sales and implementation using Microsoft Dynamics Lifecycle Services (LCS)Discover various integration planning techniques, tools, and frameworks such as PowerApps and Power AutomateBook Description Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations is a modern cloud ERP platform that adopts a mobile-first approach suitable for medium-to-large enterprises. This book covers the entire implementation process of Dynamics 365 Finance and Operation Apps, including post-implementation and business transformation. The updated second edition starts with an introduction to Microsoft Dynamics 365, describing different apps and tools under it. You will learn about different implementation methodologies such as Waterfall and Agile, for your projects. We will cover various application components and architectures of Dynamics such as requirements processing, development, reports and analytics, and integration. With the help of tips, techniques, and best practices, you’ll explore strategies for managing configurations and data migrations. As you read further, you’ll discover development tools and processes in Dynamics for building customized solutions in Dynamics. The book will also demonstrate analytics and financial reporting options such as Power BI and Cortana Intelligence. Finally, you’ll learn the importance of testing and explore various automated testing strategies. By the end of this book, you will have gained the necessary knowledge to implement Microsoft business solutions with Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations Apps. What you will learnUnderstand the architecture of Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations AppsImplement Dynamics with confidence to manage finances in your businessGet up to speed with different methodologies and support cycles of the Microsoft Dynamics architectureExplore best practices to analyze the requirements of your businessUnderstand the technique of data migration from legacy systemsLeverage the capabilities of Power BI to make informed business decisionsManage all your upgrades through One Version service updatesWho this book is for This book is for consultants, technical managers, project managers, or solution architects who are looking to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations apps in their business. A basic understanding of the enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation process and software lifecycle is expected.

Using Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations

Using Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations
Author: Andreas Luszczak
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 486
Release: 2018-12-07
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 3658241071
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This book provides precise descriptions and instructions which enable users, students and consultants to understand Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations rapidly. Microsoft offers Dynamics 365 as its premium ERP solution, supporting large and mid-sized organizations with a complete business management solution which is easy to use. Going through a simple but comprehensive case study, this book provides the required knowledge to handle all basic business processes in Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations. Exercises are there to train the processes and functionality, also making this book a good choice for self-study.

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Extensions Cookbook

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Extensions Cookbook
Author: Rami Mounla
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 459
Release: 2017-06-07
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1786466740
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More than 80 recipes to help you leverage the various extensibility features available for Microsoft Dynamics and solve problems easily About This Book Customize, configure, and extend the vanilla features of Dynamics 365 to deliver bespoke CRM solutions fit for any organization Implement business logic using point-and-click configuration, plugins, and client-side scripts with MS Dynamics 365 Built a DevOps pipeline as well as Integrate Dynamics 365 with Azure and other platforms Who This Book Is For This book is for developers, administrators, consultants, and power users who want to learn about best practices when extending Dynamics 365 for enterprises. You are expected to have a basic understand of the Dynamics CRM/365 platform. What You Will Learn Customize, configure, and extend Microsoft Dynamics 365 Create business process automation Develop client-side extensions to add features to the Dynamics 365 user interface Set up a security model to securely manage data with Dynamics 365 Develop and deploy clean code plugins to implement a wide range of custom behaviors Use third-party applications, tools, and patterns to integrate Dynamics 365 with other platforms Integrate with Azure, Java, SSIS, PowerBI, and Octopus Deploy Build an end-to-end DevOps pipeline for Dynamics 365 In Detail Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a powerful tool. It has many unique features that empower organisations to bridge common business challenges and technology pitfalls that would usually hinder the adoption of a CRM solution. This book sets out to enable you to harness the power of Dynamics 365 and cater to your unique circumstances. We start this book with a no-code configuration chapter and explain the schema, fields, and forms modeling techniques. We then move on to server-side and client-side custom code extensions. Next, you will see how best to integrate Dynamics 365 in a DevOps pipeline to package and deploy your extensions to the various SDLC environments. This book also covers modern libraries and integration patterns that can be used with Dynamics 365 (Angular, 3 tiers, and many others). Finally, we end by highlighting some of the powerful extensions available. Throughout we explain a range of design patterns and techniques that can be used to enhance your code quality; the aim is that you will learn to write enterprise-scale quality code. Style and approach This book takes a recipe-based approach, delivering practical examples and use cases so that you can identify the best possible approach to extend your Dynamics 365 deployment and tackle your specific business problems.

Fundamentals of CRM with Dynamics 365 and Power Platform

Fundamentals of CRM with Dynamics 365 and Power Platform
Author: Nicolae Tarla
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 629
Release: 2020-10-06
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1789954584
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Explore the latest features of Dynamics 365 and Power Platform's out-of-the-box tools to build custom business solutions for your organization Key Features Discover impressive Dynamics 365 features to transform your business and increase productivity Leverage the platform's extensibility to meet your organizational needs Understand how Power Platform powers Dynamics 365 and enhances its integration capabilities Book Description Microsoft Dynamics 365 provides a vast array of tools and applications to meet various Customer Engagement requirements. This Customer Relationship Management (CRM) guide covers the latest advancements in Dynamics 365 and Power Platform that help organizations adapt to changing market conditions for agility and resilience. With this book, you'll explore the core platform functionality of Dynamics 365 and explore its wide range of components for transforming your business with new services and capabilities. You'll learn the basics of configuration and customization to enhance the functionality of Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM and create solutions and custom applications by leveraging features such as apps, portals, automation, and business intelligence. As you advance, you'll understand how Power Platform drives Dynamics 365 and how various integration capabilities add value by providing a comprehensive view of data aggregated across different systems and data sources. Finally, you'll delve into core administration concepts that will help you to manage extensions added to the platform. By the end of this book, you'll have learned how to tailor Microsoft Dynamics 365 to fit your organization's requirements and tweak the platform to meet your business needs. What you will learn Get to grips with Power Platform for building and enhancing Dynamics 365 apps Integrate Dynamics 365 CRM with Microsoft 365, Azure, and other platforms Discover how you can customize existing entities and create new ones Explore various security features and grant users access to CRM data and functions Find out which CRM attributes are used to automate operations with programming Use internal and external social data to help users to make informed decisions Who this book is for This book is for customers and project stakeholders, new functional consultants, business administration users, and project managers looking to get up and running with the latest features of Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. This guide will help non-developers become acquainted with a no-code approach to customization and configuration. A basic understanding of relational data and customer management concepts will help you get the most out of this book.

Microsoft Dynamics 365 For Dummies

Microsoft Dynamics 365 For Dummies
Author: Renato Bellu
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 386
Release: 2018-10-23
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 111950886X
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Accelerate your digital transformation and break down silos with Microsoft Dynamics 365 It’s no secret that running a business involves several complex parts like managing staff, financials, marketing, and operations—just to name a few. That’s where Microsoft Dynamics 365, the most profitable business management tool, comes in. In Microsoft Dynamics 365 For Dummies, you’ll learn the aspects of the program and each of its applications from Customer Service to Financial Management. With expert author Renato Bellu’s clear instructions and helpful tips, you’ll be managing to your fullest advantage before you know it. Let’s get started! Digitally transform your business by connecting CRM and ERP Use data to make decisions across all business functions Integrate Dynamics 365 with Office 365 and LinkedIn Manage financials and operations Are you running a dynamic business? This book shows you how!

Mastering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement

Mastering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement
Author: Deepesh Somani
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 555
Release: 2019-02-28
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1788993837
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A comprehensive guide packed with the latest features of Dynamics 365 for customer relationship management Key FeaturesCreate efficient client-side apps and customized plugins that work seamlesslyLearn best practices from field experience to use Dynamics 365 efficientlyUnleash the power of Dynamics 365 to maximize your organization’s profitsBook Description Microsoft Dynamics 365 is an all-in-one business management solution that's easy to use and adapt. It helps you connect your finances, sales, service, and operations to streamline business processes, improve customer interactions, and enable growth. This book gives you all the information you need to become an expert in MS Dynamics 365. This book starts with a brief overview of the functional features of Dynamics 365. You will learn how to create Word and Excel templates using CRM data to enable customized data analysis for your organization. This book helps you understand how to use Dynamics 365 as an XRM Framework, gain a deep understanding of client-side scripting in Dynamics 365, and create client-side applications using JavaScript and the Web API. In addition to this, you will discover how to customize Dynamics 365, and quickly move on to grasp the app structure, which helps you customize Dynamics 365 better. You will also learn how Dynamics 365 can be seamlessly embedded into various productivity tools to customize them for machine learning and contextual guidance. By the end of this book, you will have mastered utilizing Dynamics 365 features through real-world scenarios. What you will learnManage various divisions of your organization using Dynamics 365 customizationsExplore the XRM Framework and leverage its featuresProvide an enhanced mobile and tablet experienceDevelop client-side applications using JavaScript and the Web APIUnderstand how to develop plugins and workflows using Dynamics 365Explore solution framework improvements and new field typesWho this book is for Mastering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement is for you if you have knowledge of Dynamics CRM and want to utilize the latest features of Dynamics 365. This book is also for you if you’re a skilled developer looking to move to the Microsoft stack to build business solution software. Extensive Dynamics CRM development experience will be beneficial to understand the concepts covered in this book.

Dynamics 365 Application Development

Dynamics 365 Application Development
Author: Deepesh Somani
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 414
Release: 2018-01-30
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1788399145
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Learn, develop, and design applications using the new features in Microsoft Dynamics CRM Key Features Implement business logic using processes, plugins, and client-side scripts with MS Dynamics 365 Develop custom CRM solutions to improve your business applications A comprehensive guide that covers the new features of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and increasingly advanced topics. Book Description Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM is the most trusted name in enterprise-level customer relationship management. Thelatest version of Dynamics CRM comes with the important addition of exciting features guaranteed to make your life easier. It comes straight off the shelf with a whole new frontier of updated business rules, process enhancements, SDK methods, and other enhancements. This book will introduce you to the components of the new designer tools, such as SiteMap, App Module, and Visual Designer for Business Processes. Going deeper, this book teaches you how to develop custom SaaS applications leveraging the features of PowerApps available in Dynamics 365.Further, you will learn how to automate business processes using Microsoft Flow, and then we explore Web API, the most important platform update in Dynamics 365 CRM. Here, you'll also learn how to implement Web API in custom applications. You will learn how to write an Azure-aware plugin to design and integrate cloud-aware solutions. The book concludes with configuring services using newly released features such as Editable grids, Data Export Service, LinkedIn Integration, Relationship Insights, and Live Assist. What you will learn Develop apps using the platform-agnostic Web API Leverage Azure Extensions to design cloud-aware applications Learn how to implement CRUD operation Create integrated real-world apps using Microsoft PowerApps and Flow by combining services such as Twitter, Facebook, and SharePoint Configure and use Artificial Intelligence Azure Cognitive Services for Recommendation and Text Analytic services Who this book is for This book targets skilled developers who are looking to build business-solution software and are new to application development in Microsoft Dynamics 365, especially for CRM.