Summary

In this chapter, our primary focus was on establishing connections with Microsoft BC, both in the cloud and on-premises. We analyzed the key differentiators between these two connection methods, such as connectivity options, infrastructure management, and scalability potential. To connect on-premises, VPNs or secure web services are essential, whereas cloud connections offer a range of authentication options.

We also examined Microsoft’s collection of connectors, which are specifically designed for integrating with BC, including Common Data Service, BC, and Power Automate connectors. Additionally, we explored the practical application of Microsoft Graph Explorer, which empowers us to access and manipulate BC data. Lastly, we successfully crafted our initial Power Automate flow. This chapter served as an invaluable guide to effectively connect and integrate with BC, irrespective of the deployment environment.

In the next chapter, we're going to explore Dataverse...