Mark your calendars for DynamicsCon 2025, the premier event for the Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform community! Taking place May 13-16, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago, this three-day, multi-track conference is your chance to dive deep into the latest advancements in Dynamics GP, Power Platform, and Dynamics 365 products such as Business Central, Customer Engagement, and Finance & Supply Chain.

With over 350+ sessions and 250+ expert speakers, DynamicsCon is more than just an event; it's where innovation meets community.

This is the place to be if you're looking to sharpen your skills, network with industry leaders, or discover solutions to your organization's challenges.

From expert-led presentations and interactive Q&A panels to networking opportunities with 125+ sponsors and peers, you'll leave inspired and equipped to take your Dynamics knowledge to the next level.

Enjoy exclusive perks like attendee-to-attendee scanning for seamless connections, complimentary breakfasts and lunches, and two exciting community receptions where collaboration and creativity thrive.

DynamicsCon 2025 isn't just a conference – it's a transformative experience designed to ignite ideas and drive results.

Introduction to BC Manufacturing (Andrew Good)

Wednesday, May 14, 2:15 PM-3:15 PM

Discover the essential building blocks of Business Central (BC) Manufacturing and unlock the potential of your production processes. Andrew Good will demystify BC terminology in this session and guide you through foundational concepts for defining a manufacturing operation. Key topics include:

• Bills of Materials (BOMs): Understand how to structure and manage the components of your products.
• Routings: Learn how to map out the sequence of operations to maximize efficiency
• Integration: Explore how to connect BOMs and Routings for a cohesive manufacturing workflow seamlessly

Whether you're new to BC or looking to solidify your understanding, this session offers invaluable insights into optimizing your manufacturing system. Attending gives you a clear and actionable overview of the tools and strategies available, setting the stage for more advanced capabilities. Build a strong foundation for your success in BC Manufacturing!

Ask the Experts Panel – Manufacturing & Supply Chain (Andrew Good participating)

Thursday, May 15, 3:30 PM-4:30 PM

Pose your tough manufacturing and supply chain questions to the experts in this engaging panel discussion.

I Am Live on Business Central - Now What? (Andrew Good)

Friday, May 16, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Dive into how you can maximize the power of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC) to overcome organizational challenges and adapt to change. As businesses evolve, new demands often require rethinking processes and operations. This session focuses on how BC can be your strategic ally in streamlining workflows and guiding critical business decisions.

Key topics include:

• Adapting with BC: Discover ways to align your system with shifting organizational needs.
• Streamlining Processes: Learn how BC simplifies complex workflows to save time and resources.
• Identifying Value Opportunities: Gain actionable insights to pinpoint areas where BC can add measurable value.

By attending, you'll uncover practical strategies to leverage your investment in BC for long-term growth and efficiency. Position your organization to thrive in a dynamic business landscape.

Purchase Order Processing from Soup to Nuts (Brad Hearn)

Friday, May 16, 10:15 AM-11:15 AM

From entering the purchase quote/order to posting the purchase receipt and invoice, Business Central lets you record your complete purchase process with many nuances and capabilities.

Brad Hearn will explore:

•      Leveraging Blanket Purchase Orders or Recurring Purchase Lines

•      Setting up Purchase Prices and Discounts

•      Setting up Purchase Approval Flows

•      Creating Purchase Quotes and Orders

•      Handling Item Charges

•      Posting Purchase Receipts and Invoices

•      The impact of posting, how it affects Item Ledger Entries, Value Entries, G/L Entries, Vendor Ledger Entries, Detailed Vendor Ledger Entries to update your inventory and General Ledger

Streamline your purchase order processing for greater organizational efficiency.

More Learning Opportunities

There will be additional opportunities to hear the Liberty Grove team at the upcoming Dynamics User Group (DUG) Regional Canada Meetup, June 16-17, in Toronto, Canada, and other events throughout the year.

Meet Andrew Good

Andrew possesses extensive knowledge through his personal experiences with various companies. His engineering background has opened opportunities for him in different operational and management roles. Andrew has 23 years of experience in Business Central and NAV.

He brings a wealth of perspectives to the table when collaborating with clients. His credentials support the end users and partners: MCT, DCP (Dynamics Certified Professional), and MCP; he’s also a Professional Engineer.

Andrew helps clients maximize their BC/NAV systems with integrations, upgrades, and extensions that adapt to their evolving business needs. These projects cover integrations, financial operations, rentals, distribution, and manufacturing.

Meet Brad Hearn

Brad formerly led the Enterprise Reporting team for a significant pension fund investment organization and has been a consultant for a major BI vendor, assisting them in implementing BI and ETL solutions for their North American customers.

He is highly recognized for his ability to blend solid technical and analytical skills with a knack for understanding and collaborating with IT and business teams across various levels of an organization.

Don't miss your chance to be part of DynamicsCon 2025 – the event that unites the best minds in the Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform community. With a mix of engaging sessions, invaluable networking opportunities, and actionable insights, this is your ultimate learning experience. Whether attending to gain new skills, connect with thought leaders, or explore innovative solutions, you'll leave with the tools to drive your organization forward.

Join DynamicsCon 2025 at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago this May and participate in the dynamic transformation. Reserve your spot today and secure your place at DynamicsCon 2025 – where community thrives, and ideas ignite!

Ready to Take Your Skills to the Next Level?

Mark your calendar and catch Andrew and Brad at DynamicsCon to uplevel your BC knowledge.

About the author

Liberty Grove Software is an established Microsoft Partner that focuses on providing customers with sales, service, and support for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/NAV solutions and training and upgrades.

Over more than 25 years, Liberty Grove has assisted hundreds of customers with businesses ranging from small to mid-sized to Microsoft Partners in implementing, training, customization, and upgrading Microsoft Dynamics ERP solutions