Dynamics 365 Business Central Release 24: A Comprehensive Overview

The upcoming Release 24 of Dynamics 365 Business Central, slated for 2024, promises a wealth of enhancements aimed at boosting productivity, improving usability, and integrating seamlessly with other Microsoft tools and external platforms. Here’s a detailed look at what users can expect:

1. Core Application Enhancements

Enhanced Project Management

• Archive Projects: Users can now archive completed projects, making it easier to manage ongoing tasks without clutter.

• Usability Improvements: Service and project management modules have been enhanced for better user experience.

• Default Locations for Projects: Set default locations for specific projects or project phases to streamline operations.

Financial and Inventory Management

• Specify Dimensions on Posted Entries: Users can now specify dimensions on posted entries, helping in accurate financial tracking.

• Use Deferral Codes: Deferral codes can now be used in purchase and sales journals, aiding in more precise revenue recognition.

• Manage Document Attachments: Improved management of document attachments for service items and documents ensures all relevant information is easily accessible.

2. Integration and Automation

Power Platform Integration

• Synthetic Relationships in Dataverse: Expose more Business Central data in Dataverse, enhancing integration capabilities with Power Platform.

• Improved Approval Processes: Leverage Power Automate to streamline approval processes, reducing bottlenecks.

• Find Matching Records in Power Automate Flows: Enhance automation workflows by finding matching records directly within Power Automate.

External Platform Connectivity

• Shopify B2B Integration: Connect Business Central with Shopify for seamless B2B operations, ensuring efficient e-commerce management.

• Field Service Integration: Integrate Field Service and Business Central to manage work orders and service invoices more effectively.

3.Copilot and AI Innovations

Expanded Copilot Capabilities

• Power Automate Flows with Copilot: Initiate Power Automate flows using Copilot, making automation accessible even to non-technical users.

• Copilot Chat: Utilize Copilot for interactive assistance, enhancing user support and productivity.

• Sales Lines Creation: Easily create sales lines with the help of Copilot, reducing manual data entry.

4.User Experience Enhancements

Improved Usability

• Modern Action Bar: A new, modern action bar boosts productivity by making navigation more intuitive.

• Drag and Drop File Uploads: Users can now attach multiple files by simply dragging and dropping them into the upload dialog.

• Error Detail Sharing: Share error details quickly to get help from other users, reducing downtime.

Mobile Access

• Worksheet Pages on Mobile: Access worksheet pages from mobile devices, enabling work on-the-go.

5.Governance and Administration

Advanced Management Tools

• Linked Environments in Dataverse: Link Business Central environments directly with Dataverse for more efficient data management.

• Audit Operations with Microsoft Purview: Track and audit Business Central operations using Microsoft Purview, ensuring compliance and security.

Data Security and Compliance

• Customer-Managed Encryption Keys: Encrypt data at rest with customer-managed encryption keys, providing an extra layer of security.

• Support Access Consent: Allow customers to consent to Microsoft Support accessing their data, ensuring transparency and control over data privacy.

Conclusion

The Release 24 of Dynamics 365 Business Central is packed with features designed to enhance productivity, improve user experience, and ensure seamless integration with other tools and platforms. These updates reflect Microsoft’s commitment to continuously evolving Business Central to meet the diverse needs of businesses.

For a detailed list of all planned features and their release timelines, visit the official release plan.