In today’s business world, the real question is no longer whether we have data – every transaction, every stock movement and every sale leaves a digital footprint. The real challenge is whether we can turn that data into real-time business intelligence.
The most important measure of value in a modern enterprise resource planning (ERP) system is not just the recording of data, but the utilisation of that data. This is where Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central stands out: it integrates data directly into workflows through embedded Power BI reports.
Everyone sees what they need to do their job
Effective reporting is not a “one size fits all” approach. The organisational pyramid in our video illustrates how Business Central serves the different levels of the hierarchy:
Operational level: detailed, screen-level data and operational reports are the most important for staff. They need a quick answer to the question “what is happening now?”.
Middle management: this is where trends and summaries come to the fore. Ad hoc analyses and management reports help to see trends and possible stumbling blocks.
Top management: strategic decisions require aggregated KPIs, financial dashboards and dashboards that cover the entire company performance.
Power BI: More than just a pretty graph
Power BI embedded in Business Central does more than just provide aesthetic visualisation. The real power of the system lies in its depth:
Drill-down: if you see a value pop up on a graph, you can drill down to the underlying transactions to understand the reasons.
Predictive skills: stock forecasting or cash-flow forecasts help you prepare for future events, not just analyse the past.
100+ built-in indicators: the system comes with over 100 pre-configured performance indicators, so you can start working data-driven right out of the box.
Personalised reports for all business areas
Business Central’s modular architecture allows each area (finance, inventory management, sales, purchasing, manufacturing or even sustainability) to have its own dedicated reporting suite. These applications can be activated one by one, giving the system the flexibility to follow the growth of the company.
What happens if the “factory” solution is not enough?
While built-in reports can meet a wide range of needs, each company may have unique, specific metrics. With decades of experience, Grepton ‘s data business experts can develop custom Power BI reports that are tailored to your specific business processes.
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