Microsoft Dynamics NAV implementations and upgrades can be simple. They can also be complex.
Some Dynamics NAV partners have the experience and expertise to handle complexity. Some don’t.
If your Microsoft Dynamics NAV implementation or upgrade is mired in complexity, don’t be shy. Contact Liberty Grove. Our NAV rescue team is always on alert, ready and willing to help.
60% of our business comes from people calling us for help on specific NAV issues.
We do it every day, for NAV partners and end users, for anyone who has been unable to solve a problem on their own. And in case you’re wondering how that works, rest assured, we do not get between the partner and the client. We just help.
In every case, we have a prescribed process and will respond as follows:
1. If we know the answer to your question, and it’s something you can easily fix on your own, we’ll simply tell you and wish you a nice day.
2. If the issue is more involved but falls within the domain of one of our experts, we’ll route it accordingly, and that expert will be in touch with you soon after.
3. If the issue doesn’t fall within the domain of our expertise, but we know a partner who can help, we’ll contact that partner and arrange for the shortest, most cost-effective solution to your problem.
4. If the issue is truly unique, i.e. if we’ve never heard of it before and are unsure what might be required to solve it, we’ll admit as much but offer to investigate.
Our goal in all cases is to help you solve your problem. That is, after all, how we acquired our reputation in the first place.
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Our team of Microsoft Dynamics NAV specialists is waiting to chat with you. Call us at 630-858-7388 or email us at nav@libertygrove.com.
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There’s always something new happening in the Microsoft Dynamics world. Sometimes there’s so much going on that it’s hard to keep up. So we’re here to do that for you. Here’s a recap of Microsoft Dynamics NAV news that has come out over the past few months.
Cumulative Updates
Microsoft releases updates on a monthly basis and installing those updates is the best way to keep your Dynamics NAV system fresh. This month, cumulative updates were released for the following NAV versions:
Cumulative Update 14 for Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2018
Cumulative Update 27 for Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2017
Cumulative Update 40 for Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2016
Cumulative Update 52 for Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2015
Just click on any of the above links for details.
Windows Server 2019 for Dynamics NAV
Over the last few months, the Dynamics SMB team has been testing compatibility with this new version of Windows Server. In a recent post on the Dynamics NAV Team Blog it was announced that the following Dynamics NAV versions have proven to be compatible with Windows Server 2019:
- Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2018
- Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2017
- Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2016
- Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2015
Microsoft Office 2019 for Dynamics NAV
Similarly, in another recent post, the compatibility between Microsoft Office 2019 and the following versions of Microsoft Dynamics NAV was announced:
- Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2018
- Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2017
- Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2016
Tell Us What You Think
Is this kind of information helpful? Tell us what you think. Call us at 630-858-7388 or email us at nav@libertygrove.com.
We are , Microsoft Dynamics NAV specialists since 1996 when we became one of the first Navision developer/resellers in North America (Navision was the predecessor to Microsoft Dynamics NAV). We focus exclusively on NAV because we want to offer only the highest caliber expertise to our clients, and we feel we can achieve this only if we devote ourselves to one ERP product.
That product is Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
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Microsoft Dynamics NAV veteran and new users alike will be heading to Houston, March 13th and 14th, for the annual Focus event. Everyone loves it because there’s always something for everyone at Focus.
The team wouldn’t miss it for the world! We’ll be attending and presenting, learning and teaching. Even though we’ve been implementing NAV since 1996, we always come away from Focus wiser, with a few nuggets that broaden our knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Step 1: Check out Focus 2019
Step 2: Check out Liberty Grove’s Sessions
CFO79 - Standard Costing and Manufacturing VariancesAndrew Good, Liberty Grove President & CEOWednesday, March 13th, 4:00-5:30, Legends II
It's everyone's "favorite" topic, inventory costing! We're diving deep into understanding how standard costs are rolled up for items, cost shares and how they are impacted by various BOM levels, and how Business Central / NAV calculates and posts manufacturing variances. Bring your questions, challenges, successes, and nightmares to this interactive discussion.
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BAN75 - Ask the AnalystsCynthia Priebe, Liberty Grove Sr. Business Analyst and Project ManagerWednesday, March 13th, 4:00-5:30, Legends I
How should an analyst approach requests or identify opportunities? What questions should an analyst ask? Our panel will each share their insights on key skills and approaches to being an effective analyst with their real-life examples and experiences.
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CFO90 - Ack! My A/P Person Just Left, What Do I Do Now?Cynthia Priebe, Liberty Grove Sr. Business Analyst and Project ManagerThursday, March 14th, 11:45-2:15, Founders II
It’s quite the shaky experience when you realize how much you don’t know about the detailed processes within your accounting department, and more so, how much inefficiency is happening right under your nose. Inspired by a real-life event, you’ll receive a quick overview of how A/P works in Business Central so you have a foundation of what should be happening. Then, we’ll dive into how to go about reviewing your current processes – questions to ask your staff to uncover existing inefficiencies and issues, how to figure out a game plan for recovery and improvement, and some resources you can lean on. We’ll also cover potential low-hanging fruit to save you time and money, such as paperless processing, fraud protection, and more.
Step 3: Check out Liberty Grove
We are , Microsoft Dynamics NAV specialists since 1996 when we became one of the first Navision developer/resellers in North America (Navision was the predecessor to Microsoft Dynamics NAV). We focus exclusively on NAV because we want to offer only the highest caliber expertise to our clients, and we feel we can achieve this only if we devote ourselves to one ERP product.
That product is Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
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How do we define perfection? A perfect score in bowling is 300. A perfect score for a hotel or restaurant is 5 stars. A perfect SAT score is 1,600 points. Many activities or attributes are rated on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being a perfect score.
What metrics do we use to rate ERP software?
There’s no established point system for rating ERP software, although there are some software-comparison Web sites that use a variety of different ratings based on features, functionality, and other factors as well.
Of course, features and functionality are important. But other factors, such as reliability and ease of use, are equally important. Most important of all, in our opinion (and perhaps you would agree), is UX (user experience) and customer satisfaction. All the features and functionality, bells and whistles in the world don’t amount to much if your users find that the system is difficult to use, if the UI (user interface) is not intuitive, or if the navigation is confusing.
Also, if maintaining the system is a bear of a job, your IT team will be very unhappy. Or if it’s difficult to extract reports, your finance team will be grumpy.
’s Microsoft Dynamics NAV clients are happy campers!
One of many examples we could provide in the realm of distribution companies we work with is the case of Modern Optical International, a leading provider of eyeglass frames, distributing its high-quality optical products across the United States. Key components of Modern’s success are its field sales force and a focus on outstanding customer service.
Modern has been using Microsoft Dynamics NAV since 1996 and has continued to invest in NAV through upgrades, fine-tuning, and ongoing training to ensure that it's business systems stay competitive in this service-driven industry. They have also empowered their sales force by providing real-time access to sales data.
Microsoft Dynamics NAV: The Perfect ERP Solution for Distributors
Increase internal efficiency with over 20 role centers. Make sure everyone has the information they need, without being bombarded by unnecessary data. Account managers and Purchasing Agents are just a couple of the standard roles included in Dynamics NAV.
Adding NAV to Dynamics CRM? Ease the relationship between you and your customers. Know your most up-to-date costing, and inventories to create accurate quotes and orders. Once an order is placed, the information is automatically processed, ensuring the fasted time from PO to delivery.
Save time and money by stocking only the inventory that is demanded by your customers. Accurately predict your demand using the integrated demand forecasting feature. You can also set up automatic purchase orders when inventory runs low.
Microsoft Dynamics NAV for distributors will handle all of your order fulfillment needs.
The more you know…
Liberty Grove’s team of Microsoft Dynamics NAV specialists is waiting to chat with you, so you can learn more about us, about Microsoft Dynamics NAV, and about our focus on the distribution industry. Call us at 630-858-7388 or email us at nav@libertygrove.com.
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We rarely, if ever, stop to think about how the food we eat and the beverages we drink get from the farm or the processing plant to our table. Interestingly, farm to table restaurants have become quite popular. But even that trend doesn’t bring us closer to an understanding of what’s involved in the journey our food and drink has taken to reach us.
One of the pieces that the average consumer seldom stops to think about is the software. When you buy a food product or drink a beverage in a restaurant, I’m sure the first thought that comes to mind is not Microsoft. After all, Microsoft is a technology company, not a food and beverage company. And yet…
Microsoft Dynamics NAV is the perfect ERP solution for Food & Beverage companies
Historically, Liberty Grove has always focused on manufacturing and distribution, with nearly 90% of our clients in one or both of these disciplines. In recent years, we have increasingly worked with food and beverage clients. In support of this specialized area, we began offering enhanced food and beverage functionality using Dynamics Food ERP, a leading food and beverage add-on for the well-established Microsoft Dynamics NAV software solution.
Dynamics Food ERP is Certified for Microsoft Dynamics (CfMD) and built for the food industry. It addresses the needs of both distributors and manufacturers that range from Quality Control, Container Management, and Catch-weight, to in-line scales and label printing.
Because the needs of food industry segments often vary, the software also provides segment-specific functionality. Specific functionality has been added to Microsoft Dynamics NAV to ensure that the overall system seamlessly fits the business processes for each segment. If you implement Dynamics Food ERP, you will benefit from this specialized functionality while still enjoying the fully integrated benefits of Dynamics NAV.
Specialized Dynamics Food ERP functionality is available for these food industry segments:
- Fruit and Vegetables
- Bread and Bakery
- Confectionary
- Fish
- Dairy
- Meat
Details are available on our Food Industry Segments page.
The more you know…
Liberty Grove’s team of Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Dynamics Food ERP specialists is waiting to chat with you so you can learn more about us, about Microsoft Dynamics NAV, and about our focus on the Food and Beverage industry. Call us at 630-858-7388 or email us at nav@libertygrove.com.
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For some people, blogging is just another item on a to-do list.
We blog because we believe in the power of the pen. We believe in the power of words. We blog because blogs are an excellent vehicle for communicating relevant information about Microsoft Dynamics NAV and to our clients and all of our readers. And finally, there’s another perk to blogging. It means that we are continually adding fresh content to our Web site, which is picked up by the Web crawlers and therefore enhances our SEO and drives more traffic to our site.
Blogging is an all-around win.
Here are summaries of our top 5 recent Microsoft Dynamics NAV blogs.
1. Microsoft Dynamics NAV: The Perfect ERP Solution for Food & Beverage Companies
Historically, Liberty Grove has always focused on manufacturing and distribution, with nearly 90% of our clients in one or both of these disciplines. In recent years, we have increasingly worked with food and beverage clients. In support of this specialized area, we began offering enhanced food and beverage functionality using Dynamics Food ERP, a leading food and beverage add-on for the well-established Microsoft Dynamics NAV software solution.
Have we piqued your interest? Read on…
2. Microsoft Dynamics NAV: The Perfect ERP Solution for Distributors
One of many examples we could provide in the realm of distribution companies we work with is the case of Modern Optical International, a leading provider of eyeglass frames, distributing its high-quality optical products across the United States. Modern has been using Microsoft Dynamics NAV since 1996 and has continued to invest in NAV through upgrades, fine-tuning, and ongoing training to ensure that it's business systems stay competitive in this service-driven industry. They have also empowered their sales force by providing real-time access to sales data.
Want to learn more? Read on…
3. Microsoft Dynamics NAV: What's New?
There’s always something new happening in the Microsoft Dynamics world. Sometimes there’s so much going on that it’s hard to keep up. So we’re here to do that for you. Here’s a recap of Microsoft Dynamics NAV news that has come out over the past few months, including links to cumulative updates for NAV 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018. Also, details about Windows Server 2019 for Dynamics NAV and Microsoft Office 2019 for Dynamics NAV.
What else is new? Read on…
4. If Your Microsoft Dynamics NAV Is in Trouble, We Have a Rescue Team on Alert
Microsoft Dynamics NAV implementations and upgrades can be simple. They can also be complex.
Some Dynamics NAV partners have the experience and expertise to handle complexity. Some don’t.
If your Microsoft Dynamics NAV implementation or upgrade is mired in complexity, don’t be shy. Contact Liberty Grove. Our NAV rescue team is always on alert, ready and willing to help. We do it every day, for NAV partners and end users, for anyone who has been unable to solve a problem on their own. And rest assured, we do not get between the partner and the client. We just help.
Do you need to be rescued? Read on…
5. Upgrading from Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2013 Is NOT a Picnic – That’s Why You Need Us
As a Microsoft Dynamics NAV partner since 1996, we understand all of the reasons why you don’t choose to upgrade on a regular basis. It costs money. It’s disruptive. Your users are familiar and comfortable with the version they’re on. The version you’re on may be old, but it still does everything you need it to do. We’ve heard it all, many times, and we get it – from your perspective. BUT… in the end, when you don’t upgrade on a regular basis, you end up with some pretty severe headaches when the version you’re on is no longer supported. Looking to upgrade? Read on…
Take the next step
Our team of Microsoft Dynamics NAV specialists is waiting to chat with you. Here’s how to contact us. Call us at 630-858-7388 or email us at nav@libertygrove.com.
As a manufacturer, how would you define the perfect ERP solution? Admittedly, at a high level, the dictionary definitions of “perfect” would work.
Perfect means “satisfying all requirements.”
In order to satisfy all of your requirements, we would obviously need to know what those requirements are. And although those requirements will differ somewhat from one manufacturer to the next, there are some basic commonalities that can be identified.
We know because we have more than 2 decades of experience implementing for manufacturers. Because grew out of its predecessor company, Studebaker Technology, which in 1996 became one of the first Navision developer/resellers in North America (Navision was the predecessor to Microsoft Dynamics NAV).
Microsoft Dynamics NAV will support your most basic and yet most important requirements, such as...
- Your BOM - Create a standard bill of materials (BOM), or easily customize it to a specific job. As soon as a BOM is created, Dynamics NAV is updated, ensuring accurate supply planning and demand forecasting. What’s more, automatic production and purchase orders can be configured within NAV to keep supply in balance with demand.
- Your Capacity Planning - Capacity planning is another great feature in Dynamics NAV. Capacity planning allows you to route specific production orders and plan for material requirements. Each capacity’s task list and loading is easily viewable, and is automatically connected to the finite loading tool. Finite loading makes sure no more work is assigned to a work center that is at capacity, and enables the calculation of capable-to-promise (CTP).
- Your Production Management – Dynamics NAV will improve coordination of made-to-order requests simplify “make or buy” decisions. With NAV you’ll be able to modify components as needed, even on released production orders. Plus, you’ll be able to create more efficient build schedules by planning product family orders that share the same routing.
BOM, Capacity Planning, and Production Management are foundational manufacturing requirements. But in the final analysis, the devil is in the details, as they say. Because…
Perfect also means “lacking in no essential detail”
There isn’t an ERP software system on the planet that can actually claim to be a 100% perfect fit, “lacking in no essential detail,” right out of the box. Luckily, Microsoft Dynamics NAV is flexible and highly configurable. So it can be implemented to meet all of your unique and specific requirement, down to every last essential detail.
The more you know…
Liberty Grove’s team of Microsoft Dynamics NAV specialists is waiting to chat with you so you can learn more about us, about Microsoft Dynamics NAV, and about our focus on the manufacturing industry. Call us at 630-858-7388 or email us at nav@libertygrove.com.
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Maybe the Liberty Grove “dream team” is not as famous as the 1992 United States men's Olympic basketball team, nicknamed the "Dream Team." That has been described as the greatest sports team ever assembled and “the greatest collection of basketball talent on the planet." At the 1992 Summer Olympics held in Barcelona, that team defeated its opponents by an average of 44 points en route to winning the gold medal against Croatia.
The Liberty Grove Business Central/NAV Dream Team Will Score for You – Every Time
Our team consists of fully certified employees and associates who possess a minimum of ten years’ experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/NAV. Many of them have written books on Business Central/NAV, taught courses, or assisted Microsoft in problem resolutions.
We invite you to meet them. Starting with our CEO, Andrew Good.
Andrew Good is a Software Engineer, project manager, analyst, manufacturing expert, and Lead NAV Microsoft Certified Trainer. Andrew does implementation, project management, business process design, application analysis, end-user training, and implementation project management training. Andrew is part of the inaugural group of Dynamics Credentialed Professional for Core Application Setup Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
Jan Patterson brings her strong organizational skills to her role as Associate Consulting Manager, focusing on Operations and business processes to support our consultants and clients. She has more than 25 years’ experience in corporate learning and development and holds a Certified Training & Development Professional (CTDP) certification.
Tina Carlisle is an expert in NAV operations – manufacturing, inventory purchasing, and sales. As a Senior Analyst & Project Manager, she works closely with clients to understand their needs and get an appropriate solution in place.
They are waiting to chat with you so you can learn more about us, about Microsoft Dynamics Business Central/NAV, and about our focus on your success. Call us at 630-858-7388 or email us at nav@libertygrove.com.
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Every ERP software product on the planet can handle the basics of financials.
So why choose Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/NAV?
When you connect to your Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central instance, you immediately gain access to . Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is designed specifically for business owners, accountants, and executives to keep tabs on profit margins, income and expenditures, and cash flows.
With Business Central, you can track the life cycle of your fixed assets, customer payments, and fiscal performance to streamline decision making and create a more efficient business.
With , you can manage your fixed assets by setting up automatic depreciation rules to satisfy regulatory requirements. Reassure yourself that fixed assets are still efficient by tracking maintenance to make informed choices about renewal or disposal.
Monitoring insurance values is another functionality built into Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/NAV. Compare insurance values to book value of your assets to make sure appropriate coverage is maintained.
Keep cash flow moving by staying on top of accounts receivable and payable. Dynamics 365 Business Central/NAV has automatic functionality to manage these accounts and to ease international transactions with multi-currency capabilities. Bulk invoicing can also be implemented to quickly generate invoices for a series of bookings through the use of the Microsoft Bookings App.
So why choose Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/NAV?
Automation, access to data, and AI-driven intelligent insights. That’s what you need in today’s fast-paced world to run a successful business and remain competitive. At , we see automation, access, visibility, and insight as to the cornerstones of a critical “competitive edge.” And quite simply, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central makes all of that easy.
Take the next step
Our team of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/NAV specialists are waiting to chat with you. Here’s how to contact us. Call us at 630-858-7388 or email us at nav@libertygrove.com.
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The wheels of technology turn better when the cogs are aligned. And sometimes, that requires partnership. It’s a concept that we, at , have embraced since 1999.
For 20 years, we’ve worked successfully with other Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/NAV partners. A vital component of this success is our genuine support of other partners’ relationships with their clients, including many cases in which we work in complete anonymity.
Partners know they can trust us.
So, if you’re a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/NAV partner, we’re here to help. Our most common partner services are: Fixed Price Upgrades
Moving your clients to the newest version of Dynamics 365 Business Central/NAV pays off in enhanced productivity and new features. However, special skills are required to migrate custom features and data forward. Liberty Grove Software is one of only a handful of Microsoft-recognized Business Central/NAV Upgrade Centers in the world, having completed hundreds of successful upgrades.
We have the tools and expertise to convert your customer’s data. Let us handle the technical backend component, while you handle the on-site work to create a smooth and painless upgrade process. Best of all, we’ll give you an upfront, fixed price. Read more.
Pre-Sales Support
We have experience with specialty markets, unique processes, and third-party hardware and software integration. We can consult with your team on feasibility, design, and implementation issues, giving you access to the expert knowledge you need to win complex projects.
Full Diagnostic Services
Liberty Grove will work with your account management staff to map your client’s specific requirements and business processes, specify the design, configuration, and training requirements, and finalize an implementation budget.
Implementation
We can also handle your entire project from diagnostic assessment to go-live, freeing your staff to sell and support software licenses, computer hardware, and an array of other services.
End User and Development Training
Making sure everyone knows how to do their job is the final phase in ensuring a successful project. With two of only a handful of Business Central/NAV Lead Microsoft Certified Trainers in the world, in addition to our other MCTs, our team can provide training in a classroom setting, in small workgroups, or one-on-one. Read more.
Help Is on the Way
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