Dynamics User Group

DynamicsCon Regional: East Africa (Njoo Tuinue Viwango)
2025-07-24 01:15 - 2025-07-25 08:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Nairobi, Sarova Panafric Nairobi, Kenyatta Ave, Nairobi, Kenya, Nairobi, meetup1, KE
Dynamics User Group (DUG) is excited to bring a FREE DynanicsCon Regional event focused on Microsoft Dynamics 365 products (Business Central, Finance & Operations, and Customer Engagement) and Power Platform to Nairobi, Kenya!
****Only those registered through Eventbrite will be able to attend.*****
REGISTER HERE!
Get ready for thrilling 1.5 day event packed with cutting-edge content related to Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform! Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out in the field, this free event is not to be missed. With professionals sharing their expertise, you’ll gain valuable insights into the latest trends and best practices in the industry.
But that’s not all! You’ll also enjoy delicious tea breaks, a scrumptious lunch, and a lively cocktail hour around the pool, all for free! And with sponsors on hand, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to network and connect with like-minded professionals.
So, what are you waiting for? Join us for a day and a half of education, inspiration, and fun at this can’t-miss event!
Need a hotel room? Check out our discounted room block rate HERE just for you!
Sponsorship opportunities for this event are available, please submit an interest form HERE if you are interested in sponsoring.

DynamicsCon Regional: West Africa
2025-07-19 03:00 - 12:00 | Fiesta Royale Hotel, 13 George W. Bush Hwy, Accra, GH
DUG is excited to bring a FREE Meetup event focused on Microsoft Dynamics 365 products (Business Central, Customer Engagement and Finance & Operations/SCM) and Power Platform to Accra, Ghana!
****Only those registered through Eventbrite will be able to attend.*****
REGISTER HERE!
Get ready for thrilling full day event packed with cutting-edge content related to Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform! Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out in the field, this free event is not to be missed. With local presenters sharing their expertise, you’ll gain valuable insights into the latest trends and best practices in the industry.
But that’s not all! You’ll also enjoy delicious coffee, a scrumptious breakfast, and a lively happy hour, all for free! And with sponsors on hand, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to network and connect with like-minded professionals.
So, what are you waiting for? Join us for a day of education, inspiration, and fun at this can’t-miss event!
Need a hotel room? Check out our discounted room block rate HERE just for you!
Sponsorship opportunities for this event are available, please reach out to Bob Buresh (bob@dynamicsusergroup.com) if you are interested in sponsoring.

DynamicsCon Regional: Canada
2025-06-16 09:15 - 2025-06-17 16:00, 2025-06-16 08:15 - 2025-06-17 15:00 | Microsoft Office, 81 Bay Street Toronto, ON M5J 0E7, Toronto, M3B 0A3, CA
DUG is excited to bring a FREE Meetup event focused on Microsoft Dynamics 365 products (Business Central, Customer Engagement and Finance & Operations/SCM) and Power Platform to Toronto, CA!
****Only those registered through Eventbrite will be able to attend.*****
REGISTER HERE!
Get ready for a thrilling two-day event packed with cutting-edge content related to Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform! Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out in the field, this free event is not to be missed. With local presenters sharing their expertise, you’ll gain valuable insights into the latest trends and best practices in the industry.
But that’s not all! You’ll also enjoy delicious coffee, a scrumptious lunch, and a lively happy hour, all for free! And with sponsors on hand, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to network and connect with like-minded professionals.
So, what are you waiting for? Join us for a day of education, inspiration, and fun at this can’t-miss event!
Interested in speaking at the event? Submit your session idea HERE!
Sponsorship opportunities for this event are available, please submit an interest form HERE if you are interested in sponsoring.

Learn How Dynamics GP and Business Central Work Together!
2025-06-12 09:30 - 11:00 | Microsoft Technology Center, 4220 Duncan Avenue, St. Louis, mo, 63110, US
Join Lynn Glatt and Michael Hollingsworth on June 12th at Microsoft Technology Center for a breakfast event to learn how Dynamics GP and Dynamics Business Central work together!
This event will explore the integration and synergy between Dynamics GP (Great Plains) and Dynamics 365 Business Central.
During this session, you will:

Gain a comprehensive understanding of how Dynamics GP and Dynamics 365 Business Central can work together to streamline your business processes.
Learn about the benefits and challenges of integrating these two powerful platforms.
Hear real-world examples and case studies of successful implementations.
Network with industry professionals and experts in the field.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and discover how these solutions can drive efficiency and growth in your organization.
Agenda:

8:30am: Registration and Breakfast
9:00am – 10:00am – Presentation

Parking will be validated. Please Park in the orange garage.

DynamicsCon
2025-05-13 20:00 - 2025-05-16 18:30, 2025-05-13 18:00 - 2025-05-16 16:30, 2025-05-13 17:00 - 2025-05-16 15:30 | Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601, US
DynamicsCon hosted by Dynamics User Group returns May 13th-16th, 2025 in gorgeous Chicago, Illinois! This event is the ultimate learning and networking opportunity for the Microsoft Dynamics 365, Dynamics GP, and Power Platform community! With over 3,000 attendees, this event offers 350+ sessions led by more than 250 expert speakers, including Microsoft MVPs, seasoned veterans, and first-time speakers. Attendees can network with 125+ sponsors, enjoy seamless connections through attendee-to-attendee scanning, and indulge in complimentary breakfasts, lunches, and snack breaks. Plus, with two community receptions, DynamicsCon is truly ‘Where community thrives, and ideas ignite!
Join us at DynamicsCon 2025 for a luxurious educational experience in the heart of Chicago! Held at the iconic Hyatt Regency Chicago, this premier venue offers stunning views of the city skyline and Lake Michigan. Located just steps away from famous attractions like the Magnificent Mile and Millennium Park, you’ll enjoy both cutting-edge learning sessions and easy access to world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment. Discover why this dynamic city and elegant venue are the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable conference!
REGISTER TODAY!

DynanicsCon
2025-05-13 18:00 - 2025-05-16 16:30 | Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601, US

Team-Up Partner Showcase: Chaser - 7 Strategies You Can Implement In Business Central Today To Minimize Late Invoice Payments
2025-03-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Online event
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Late payments are a serious challenge for businesses, impacting cash flow, supplier relationships, and growth potential. In fact, research shows that businesses in North America are regularly waiting 50+ days for payments (Allianz), with the average company owed $300,000 in late invoices (Intuit).
Join this practical, insights-driven session tailored for Microsoft Dynamics 365 users. Discover how to implement strategies that prevent late payments before they even happen, how to better-track your debtors and invoices, and also see how you can leverage Business Central’s powerful inbuilt tools and integrations to strengthen your accounts receivable process.
Your webinar will cover:

Proven strategies: Discover seven tried and tested strategies that helped businesses like yours prevent late payments
Expert guidance: Learn from industry experts who will provide practical advice, answer your burning questions, and guide you toward effective credit management.
Real-life case studies: See how other businesses have succeeded after implementing these strategies and speaking with Chaser’s credit control experts.
Free resources: Receive free resources and templates for preventing late payments.
Actionable takeaways: Walk away with a toolbox of practical steps and immediate solutions for preventing late payments.

💡Businesses that take a proactive approach to collections and leverage automation get paid an average of 38 days faster. Don’t miss this opportunity to equip your team with actionable strategies to reduce manual work, improve cash flow and decrease overdue invoices!
🎥 Can’t make it live? Register now, and we’ll send you the recording!

WEBINAR - Bad payers or bad processes? 7 strategies to prevent late invoice payments by Chaser
2025-03-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Online event
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Are your customers paying their invoices late?
You’re not alone. 53% of all invoices issued by businesses are paid late by an average of 26 days (Xero).
Whilst late payments can leave many finance teams feeling frustrated at their customers for being ‘bad payers’, others are implementing proactive strategies to prevent late payments before they even happen.
Your ability to act proactively, your preexisting internal processes, and your credit management policy play a huge role in how often customers will pay you late, and how late payments will be made.
You have the power to drastically reduce late payments for your business by taking a few simple but proactive steps in your credit management process.
See seven proven strategies that are helping businesses to stop late payments in their tracks, reduce days sales outstanding, and improve cash flow.
Your webinar will cover:

Proven strategies: Discover seven tried and tested strategies that helped businesses like yours prevent late payments
Expert guidance: Learn from industry experts who will provide practical advice, answer your burning questions, and guide you toward effective credit management.
Real-life case studies: See how other businesses have succeeded after implementing these strategies and speaking with Chaser’s credit control experts.
Free resources: Receive free resources and templates for preventing late payments.
Actionable takeaways: Walk away with a toolbox of practical steps and immediate solutions for preventing late payments.

DUG Webinar: Simulating Scenarios with Power BI
2025-02-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Online event
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Presented by Dominick Raimato, SHI International Corp.

What if we could predict the future? Forecasting helps us see what could happen, but what if you want to prepare for the worst-case scenario? What if you want to see how changes in headcount could impact your store sales? Could I turn our data into a coaching tool to help leaders and individual contributors alike understand how they can make a difference?
If you have ever considered how you could simulate different scenarios within Power BI, then this session is for you! We will look into how you can leverage What If parameters for simple scenarios with a couple of clicks and keystrokes. Have lots of inputs and adjustments you could make? See how easy it is to embed a Power App directly into your report to manage the simulation. Either way, you will learn how to extract valuable insights into what could happen in the future.
At the end of the session, you will understand how to enable simulation with both What If parameters and Power Apps within Power BI.
Webinar occurs at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM EST.

Team-Up Partner Showcase - Dynamics 365 Insights, AI for Test Automation & More With Leapwork
2025-02-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Online event
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Join Alexandra Coptil, Manager Channel Sales Engineering at Leapwork, for a Partner Showcase diving into D365 Insights, AI for Test Automation, & more.

DUG Webinar: Getting Fixed on Fixed Assets- Top 10 Tips and Tricks for the FA module
2025-01-31 09:00 - 10:00 | Online event
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Presented by Shannon Mullins, A BC Consulting Group

Fixed Assets is one of the most underrated module in Business Central, yet many struggle with fixed asset setup, best practices and how to manage and depreciate assets. In this session we will cover:

Setup tips and tricks
Tips for depreciating, adding and retiring assets
Tips and tricks for reporting and forecasting

Webinar occurs at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM EST.

DUG Webinar: Management Reporter Nifty Reporting Tricks in GP
2025-01-31 09:00 - 10:00 | Online event
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Presented by Noah Moseley, MSX Group, LLC
See examples of unique Dynamics GP financial reports that you can use back at your office. Compare actuals to budget; sort any data in reports; create forecast reports; and many others. All attendees get report templates to take home!

Webinar occurs at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM EST.

WEBINAR - Leapwork Founders Fireside Chat
2025-01-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Online event
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Join Claus Topholt, CPO & Co-Founder of Leapwork, for a fireside chat exploring the transformative power of AI in software testing.
Reasons to attend
From the early days of crafting the first no-code, visual, automation platform to the future of AI-powered software testing, learn how Leapwork drives scalability and reliability while empowering organizations to achieve faster, smarter testing outcomes.

Key Lessons

The early Leapwork days and our evolution.
The Leapwork difference: Explore our intuitive, Generative AI and composable visual language for all teams.
The future ahead with Generative AI and Cloud.

Join us to explore how Leapwork is redefining the future of software testing.

DUG Webinar: If You Can Implement A Dungeons & Dragons Company Within Dynamics 365, You Can Implement Anything
2025-01-17 09:00 - 10:00 | Online event
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Presented by Murray Fife – Presenter, Architect, and Author, Available for Weddings and Bar Mitzvahs
Growing up, my granny used to say something to me that always stuck: ‘If you can implement a Dungeons and Dragons company within Dynamics 365, you can implement anything.’ At the time, I didn’t fully grasp how this whimsical statement could capture both creativity and practical problem-solving. But today, we’re going to explore just that!
In this session, we’ll embark on a journey together—one where the boundaries between imagination and business processes blur. We’ll be setting up a completely fictional Dungeons and Dragons company within Microsoft Dynamics 365, showing you just how flexible and customizable the platform can be. Whether you’re a seasoned consultant, a tech enthusiast, or just a fan of a bit of fantasy, you’re in for a fun and enlightening experience.
Webinar occurs at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM EST.

WEBINAR - Create Bulletproof Operational Data Resilience in Microsoft Dataverse by Own
2024-12-17 15:00 - 16:00 | Online event
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Discover how to build operational resilience, protect from unnecessary downtime when issues arise with critical customer data, and maintain compliance as the volume and complexity of data in Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Power Apps continue to grow.

As the volume and complexity of data in Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Power Apps continue to surge, ensuring data integrity and resilience has never been more critical. Watch the on-demand session to unpack the key challenges and solutions for safeguarding your business-critical data in Dynamics CRM and Power Apps.
You’ll learn:

Why native backup solutions fall short
The primary causes of data loss and corruption in Dynamics CRM and Power Apps
Advanced techniques for early detection of data corruption or loss and precise recovery
Steps to maintain compliance with regulations like GDPR and DORA

Equip your team with the knowledge and tools to build a resilient data protection strategy for Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Power Apps, ensuring your business can thrive in the face of data challenges.

WEBINAR - 12 Days of Copilot by Stoneridge
2024-12-13 15:00 - 16:00 | Online event
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🎁 Unwrap smarter ways to work this season with 12 Days of Copilot! From now through Dec. 20, join daily 15-minute sessions packed with insights from Stoneridge experts. Learn tips for tools like PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Excel, Copilot Studio, and Copilot for Sales.

To make things even merrier, one lucky attendee will receive a surprise gift each day! 🎁

Don’t miss the chance to sleigh your workdays and wrap up the year with smarter tools.

D365 Tech Connect 2024
2024-11-20 - 2024-11-21 | PNC Arts Annex, 46 W 2nd St, Dayton, 45402, United States
Dynamics User Group (DUG) is the proud Community Sponsor of D365 Tech Connect in Dayton, OH November 20-21st, 2024.
Join us for two immersive days at D365 Tech Connect, where you’ll dive into the latest advancements and features in Microsoft Dynamics 365, including AI, Co-Pilot, Machine Learning, and Power Platform.
This event is tailored for technical end-users, offering a unique chance to connect with industry experts, Microsoft employees, and fellow Dynamics users. Participate in deep-dive sessions and workshops to gain practical knowledge and see firsthand how cutting-edge technology can transform your business.
Register here ⬇️ using code DUG25 for a 25% discount on your ticket!
https://ellipsesolutions.com/d365-tech-connect/

DUG Webinar: Power Platform and DualWrite from a D365 F&O Perspective
2024-10-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Online event
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Presented by Johan Persson, Senior Specialist, D365FO at Engage Group
The way we integrate from Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations to Dynamics 365 for Sales/CE have fundamentally changed when Microsoft launched DualWrite. Two separate products with a fundamentally/fairly different data model are getting merged into one suite. Understanding the limits and differences between the two products is fundamental for success.
The session will look at what to expect when implementing dualwrite; the process, the challenges and what you need to understand in order to get a smooth setup. We will also look at some of the troubleshooting and some workarounds.
Webinar occurs at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM EST.

DUG Webinar: Power Platform Security - Back to Basics
2024-09-20 09:00 - 10:00 | Online event
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Presented by Nati Turtledove, Power Platform Specialist at Turtledove Cloud Solutions
The Power Platform has evolved to an era of enablement, meaning more and more citizen developers are building apps and solutions. Building apps is great, but what about security? How have you locked down data, what’s your retention policy, how do you segment data?
In this session, we walk through Power Platform security models as 101.
Webinar occurs at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM EST.

DUG Webinar: Avengers Assemble...Simpler Checklists in D365 with Power Automate
2024-08-30 09:00 - 10:00 | Online event
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Presented by Angeliki Patsiavou, Senior Consultant, D365 CE at Avanade
Ever had a villain-looking checklist straight out of the pit of paper hell? One that your frenemy, Loki-like, stakeholder wanted you to create an exact replica of in a Model-Driven App? But it is part of a bigger paper journey. Yep, we still live in a world where sometimes paper processes are endgame.
Fear not, there are ways to hold the low-code power stone and bring such checklists to life. Imagine an elegant, yet simple combination of Dataverse, Dynamics 365, Power Automate and Ribbon Workbench to blow those worries away. We all have better things to do than ticking boxes all day, like practicing our mind control, building the latest super app or saving the world.
In this session, we will build together a simple, easily configurable and extendable solution leveraging the flexibility of Dynamics 365, might of Dataverse, automation superpowers of Power Automate and extreme potential of the Ribbon Workbench. Get ready for a Marvel-lous solution!
Webinar occurs at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM EST.

DUG Webinar: 5 Best Practices for Data Migration
2024-08-23 09:00 - 10:00 | Online event
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Presented by AJ Ansari, COO, Microsoft MVP at DSWi
When it’s time to move from your old ERP or accounting system to Microsoft Dynamics 365, don’t be a digital hoarder. Contrary to popular belief, you do not need every last byte of historical data from your old system to work effectively. Join us as we go over best practices for data migration so you can be strategic and save your organization a lot of time, effort and money!
Webinar occurs at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM EST.

DUG Webinar: Navigating A Power Platform Developer’s Journey in Consulting
2024-07-19 09:00 - 10:00 | Online event
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Presented by Rachel Irabor, Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM and Power Platform Developer at KPMG
In this session, we will be discussing the importance of why developers should have a few required skillsets of a consultant and how it helps make their day to day easy to navigate and understand. Being able to build a solution, code, and more as a developer is awesome; but we are going to be focused on what it takes to go beyond that. There are many skills of a consultant that are not technical, but needed by a developer because it makes it easier for the developer to understand the client’s business, requirements, and solution.
Webinar occurs at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM EST.

DUG Webinar: Extending Copilot with Plugins to Orchestrate Complex Tasks
2024-06-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Online event
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Presented by Ambesh Singh, Dynamics 365 Architect at Avanade
Microsoft Copilot Studio lets you create powerful AI-powered copilots for a range of requests—from providing simple answers to common questions to resolving issues requiring complex conversations. Engage with customers and employees in multiple languages across websites, mobile apps, Facebook, Microsoft Teams, or any channel supported by the Azure Bot Framework.
Microsoft announced at Build 2023 that developers and independent software vendors (ISVs) can extend Microsoft 365 Copilot using plugins. These plugins allow Copilot to orchestrate complex tasks using natural language.
Build plugins to integrate their own line-of-business apps directly into Copilot. The integrations available include OpenAI plugins that connect ChatGPT to APIs, Microsoft Teams message extensions, and Microsoft Power Platform connectors.
In this session, we will see how we can extend Copilot’s skills by transforming your app into a plugin that increases user productivity across daily tasks and workflows.
Webinar occurs at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM EST.

DUG Webinar: Implementing D365 Business Central - What should I do to prepare?
2024-06-07 09:00 - 10:00 | Online event
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Presented by Steve Chinsky, VP Dynamics Practice, Accelerynt
You might have had a previous ERP Implementation, in your past, but today there are many factors to consider and also Change is not a popular topic with employees. In this session, Steve will take his 25 years of implementing Microsoft Navision/NAV/BC and provide you with information, tips and tools to be the best Project Manager, Implementation Leader, or Team Member in your project. You will leave excited that you can start bringing your Implementation team together and think about all the factors and prepare some of the key data areas, ahead of time.
Objectives:
1. Where to start preparing your Team to get excited and knowledgeable
2. Begin Learning and understanding Business Central
3. Thinking about moving Master Data to Business Central
4. Are there any Risks or areas to consider
Webinar occurs at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM EST.
