Make the change to cloud ERP
More than half of companies utilizing an ERP are relying on an out-of-date solution—and it’s impacting their profitability.
More than 1,000 businesses, just like yours, knew they had to make a change to their outdated, on-premise ERP system and turned to Sikich to help them migrate to a new Dynamics ERP solution. Whether that was migrating from Dynamics AX, a home-grown system or old green screen application, they all chose Sikich because of our decades of experience in delivering projects faster and better.
Wondering if your company’s ERP solution has fallen behind the competitive curve? The answer: Likely, yes.
Traditional ERP systems don’t work for the digital economy.
ERP systems that are siloed and glued, bandaged, or bolted together do not work for the digital economy. The ability of your business to survive and thrive depends on an ERP system that is modern, unified, adaptable, and intelligent.
Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management (F&SCM, formerly Finance and Operations) platform provides the integrated tools and support essential to helping secure overall business viability into the future. And regardless of where you are in your journey to the cloud, our experts can help build a migration strategy that aligns to your specific business challenges.
Why Move from an on-premise solution to Dynamics 365 F&SCM?
Is your ability to innovate hampered by outdated processes?
Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management is built with scalability and flexibility in mind. Your organization will reap the rewards of having a system that is as agile as your organizations, with the backing of security features to keep your ideas safe.
Is your current system costing your company a ton to maintain and support?
With Dynamics 365 F&SCM, you can expect to move your system from OPEX to CAPEX with scalable pricing. Regular updates from Microsoft means you’ll be getting the latest improvements so your ROI and time-to-value will deliver better results.
Is it getting harder to keep and attract new company talent?
Companies using old ERP systems can be seen as behind the curve. In order to keep current talent and attract a new generation, having the tools they need to preform at high levels is going to be key for employee retention.
We needed an implementation partner that understood the individuality of our business and was willing to create a plan that was as unique as we are. The partnership with Sikich has allowed us to continue to fulfill our promise to our customers and our employees.
Chuck Cavaness, CIO
Czarnowski
Which is right for your – Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management or Business Central?
At the most basic level, Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management is positioned for organizations that have one or more of the following characteristics: multi-national operations; complex or multi-site manufacturing or distribution operations; high transaction volumes.
And BC is most suitable for organizations that have: single country operations; straight-forward manufacturing and distribution operations; under 250 users.
These classifications are useful but can leave you with more questions than answers. Microsoft does not typically publish strong recommendations either way, preferring to leave this decision making to their customers. Sikich, can provide more clarity around the question of “Where Next?” Read our Ultimate Guide for more on choosing the right product.
I have really enjoyed working with the Sikich team. Sikich has always delivered high-quality services, and that is definitely a reflection of the leadership team. Sikich has been a true partner throughout our Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&SCM journey, and I expect that this partnership will continue.
Randy San Miguel, SVP & CIO
ReaderLink Distribution Services, LLC
Case Studies from Clients
Hamilton Company
Meeting the world’s urgent and increasing needs for laboratory and medical testing products, equipment manufacturer Hamilton Company expanded its business during the pandemic after deploying Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations (also known as D365 Finance and Supply Chain Management) ERP system with assistance from Sikich.
Learning Resources
Learning Resources, a leader in empowering education by means of innovative toys and learning kits, decided to modernize its business technology when dramatic growth strained the capabilities of legacy software. Collaborating with Sikich, the company deployed Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain as its main business management technology.
Mid-Continent Instruments
Microsoft stopped supporting Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 in April, 2022. However, many companies still use this ERP system on-premises and need to move to another solution. The Sikich ERP team helps them gain the benefits of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and the modern cloud by performing efficient, no-risk, nondisruptive transitions.
Planar
After the migration from on-premises ERP to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain in the cloud, Planar manages its operations in the U.S., Asia, and Europe on a single, scalable technology platform. For technology users, the new ERP serves as the sole resource to manage their work and find information.
AMF Bakery
When AMF went to look for a new business application platform to replace the various and disparate legacy systems, they knew they wanted a solution that reflected their corporate emphasis on quality, innovation, and value to leverage the efficiencies that can be created with a modern business application. Sikich and AMF worked closely together during the assessment of Dynamics 365.
Hagler Systems
In May 2016, long-time client Hagler Systems chose to be Sikich’s first adopter of Microsoft Dynamics for ERP, then-called “Microsoft Dynamics AX 7.” Hagler Systems is a manufacturer that provides services to dredging, mining, and oil businesses. They were always a very forward-thinking company, which made them a perfect selection for jumping in on Microsoft’s new Dynamics 365 application.
Are you a Distribution Organization?
To streamline Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Supply Chain and Dynamics 365 CRM deployments, Sikich has developed the HEADSTARTSM approach. Our HEADSTARTSM methodology has proven practices for distribution organizations, already preconfigured right out of the box.
Are you an Equipment Manufacturer?
To streamline Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Supply Chain and Dynamics 365 CRM deployments, Sikich has developed the HEADSTARTSM approach. Our HEADSTARTSM methodology has proven practices for equipment manufacturers, already preconfigured right out of the box.
How to make a business case for Dynamics 365 cloud ERP
Preparing a business case to justify the investment of an ERP solution like, Microsoft Dynamics 365, is no different than building a business case for any other investment. Typically, the business case will include:
- 1, 3, 7-year Total Cost of Ownership
- Business benefits expected to be realized with the new system
- ROI / BVA (Cost / Return)
- Business risks of the status quo
This eBook will take a closer look at these four key areas so you can start creating your business case for Microsoft D365 ERP.
Working with Sikich to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 [Finance and Supply Chain Management] will allow us to maximize performance and optimize customer service, while scaling our organization.
