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Implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations

You're reading from   Implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations Implement methodology, integration, data migration, and more

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Product type Paperback
Published in Sep 2017
Publisher Packt
ISBN-13 9781787283336
Length 562 pages
Edition 1st Edition
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JJ Yadav JJ Yadav
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Rahul Mohta Rahul Mohta
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Yogesh Kasat Yogesh Kasat
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Preface 1. Introduction to Microsoft Dynamics 365 FREE CHAPTER 2. Implementation Methodology and Tools 3. Architecture and Deployment 4. Project Initiation and Kickoff 5. Requirements, Business Process Analysis, and Traceability 6. Configuration and Data Management 7. Functional and Technical Design 8. Integration Planning and Design 9. Building Customizations 10. Analytics, Business Intelligence, and Reporting 11. Testing and Training 12. Go Live 13. Post Go Live Support 14. Update, Upgrade, and Migration

Upgrading/migration planning

Upgrading or migrating from Dynamics AX 2012 or AX 2009 is not an easy task especially when you have large customization. Just like an implementation project, an upgrade project needs proper project strategy and planning. To execute a successful upgrade project, you need a proper project plan, change management, test, training, and deployment planning. Even before you start the upgrade project, you have to evaluate if you are ready for an upgrade and evaluate what activities you have to do.

The following image displays the key areas to be considered when planning to upgrade to Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations:

As shown in the preceding image, four quadrants spanning operations/business, system, cloud, and digital factors to assess and capture readiness metrics to ensure that the change initiative involving the upgrade runs smoothly. It is important...

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