Extending Microsoft Business Central with Power Platform: Leverage Power Platform to create scalable Business Central solutions with high business value
Unlock the full potential of Business Central using Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automation, and Dataverse
Gain proficiency in using standard Business Central APIs and creating new APIs
Implement best practices for developing and rolling out Business Central projects with enhanced functionality
Description
Unlock the untapped potential of Business Central by harnessing the power of the Power Platform with this comprehensive guide, transforming your cumbersome manual processes and limited customization capabilities into a vast array of extended functionalities and possibilities.
You’ll begin by exploring the potential of Power Platform and its seamless integration with both the on-premises and cloud versions of Business Central, amplifying the capabilities of your business operations. You’ll then learn how to set up virtual tables and use Dataverse to create a simple model-driven app. As the book progresses, you’ll leverage Power Apps, including both Canvas apps and model-driven apps, to build apps around Business Central processes. The book also highlights Power Automate’s capabilities to create or modify business processes while incorporating new processes and automation. As you advance, you’ll connect to Business Central APIs that can be implemented to connect with Business Central Data and finally integrate Power BI natively with Business Central, empowering you to construct advanced reports and dashboards.
With the hands-on experience gained throughout the book, you’ll build expertise in customizing Business Central with Power Platform to deliver more scalable and maintainable solutions.
Who is this book for?
Whether you’re a Business Central Power user, technical consultant, or solution architect looking to expand your capabilities using the Power Platform, this book is for you. No prior technical expertise in programming or software development is required; all you need is a basic familiarity with Business Central.
What you will learn
Build and deploy robust Power Platform solutions for Business Central
Seamlessly integrate Business Central both in the cloud and on-premises with Power Platform using a wide range of connectors
Set up virtual tables and gain insights into the extensive capabilities of Dataverse
Build and connect Power Apps, enabling seamless Power BI integration for Business Central
Create exceptional automated flows with advanced Power Automate configurations
Understand user adoption strategies and the center of excellence
"Extending Microsoft Business Central with Power Platform” by Kim Congleton and Shawn Sissenwein is a definitive guide for anyone looking to enhance their Business Central experience with Power Platform. The book is meticulously organized, starting with fundamental concepts and progressing to advanced integration techniques. It provides clear instructions on setting up development environments, working with APIs, and creating custom apps and automations using Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI. The authors’ extensive experience is evident in their practical tips and insights, making this book an excellent resource for both technical consultants and business users. Whether you are new to these tools or looking to deepen your knowledge, this book will undoubtedly prove to be an invaluable resource.
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Saurav DhyaniDec 21, 2023
5
For those venturing into the realm of integrating Power Domain with Business Central, this book offers an invaluable starting point. It meticulously guides readers through the configuration nuances of Power Components and provides clear pathways for their integration with Business Central.If you're stepping into the world of Power Automate, Power App, or Power BI, consider this book your foundational guide. It's crafted especially for beginners eager to harness the potential of these platforms.What sets this book apart is its practical approach. Through real-world business scenarios, readers gain insights into how Power Domain has been effectively deployed to address challenges.A highlight of the book is its thorough coverage of APIs – the linchpin of the integration process. It elucidates the methods to seamlessly utilize built-in APIs within the Power Platform.Furthermore, the significance of Dataverse in linking Power Apps and pages is emphasized. Readers are introduced to the innovative concept of Dataverse Virtual Entity, expanding their understanding of the platform's capabilities.Lastly, the book doesn't stop at integration; it delves deeper into the functionalities. It elucidates how Power Automate can be employed for setting up approvals within Business Central. Additionally, the role of Power BI in extracting and presenting data from Business Central is comprehensively covered.
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SSNov 27, 2023
5
Shawn is extremely knowledgeable in Business Central and I've learned so much from her over the years. Now she has shared her extensive knowledge in this book, which provides screenshots (my favorite!), to really close the gap and provide that deeper understanding of the product in conjunction with Power Platform. This is an excellent read for both consultants and end-users to really enhance the necessary base knowledge of overall functionality. The format of the book is very easy to follow and provides all the necessary resources. Highly recommend!
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Marina EshelmanSep 14, 2023
5
Very detailed and through. A great read!
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BJSep 12, 2023
5
After reading this book, one phrase comes to mind: ‘Finally’, this book quickly deepened my understanding. The authors did a great job getting to the point throughout the text. As a consultant using Power Apps daily, I wholeheartedly endorse this book for clients and colleagues. It's a 10 out of 10 recommendation from me. Great read.
Kim Congleton is a Microsoft Certified Professional and started her technology career over 25 years ago. She fell in love with technology at an early age when her mother gave her a book on programming with DOS 2.0. Ever since then, she has been learning technologies in order to build solutions for people and companies. She has been a system analyst, developer, solution architect, consultant, chief operations officer, and chief technology officer. She began her journey with Microsoft Navision on version 4.0 and quickly fell in love with ERP systems. Her passion is using technology to solve complex problems as simply as possible. She is a NAVUG All-Star and has presented at numerous Microsoft and user group conferences. The Power Platform has given her the opportunity to become a true citizen developer and do that.
Shawn Sissenwein is a Microsoft Certified Professional and works as a solution architect. With over 20 years of experience in the NAV and Business Central space, Shawn has developed a deep understanding of the platform and its capabilities. Her primary role revolves around architecting and developing solutions that enable organizations to optimize their operations and achieve their business goals. With over a decade of experience in international projects and organizations, Shawn has honed her ability to understand and adapt to different business environments and cultural nuances. Shawn's ability to navigate cultural differences has been vital in delivering successful implementations for multinational clients. Passionate about continuous learning, Shawn keeps up to date with the latest advancements and best practices in the NAV, Business Central, and Power Platform space. Shawn brings valuable insights through speaking engagements, fostering collaboration and networking among industry peers.
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