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With manufacturing in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, you can streamline manufacturing processes and adapt quickly to changing demands to give your customers what they want, when they want it.
Functionality Of Dynamics 365 Business Central For The Manufacturing Industry
Dynamics 365 Business Central has functionality around Made-To-Order and Made-To-Stock Manufacturing as well as Assemble-To-Order.
With Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central you can create and manage production orders and post consumption and output to the production orders. After you have created a production order, you can calculate net requirements based on that production order.
The Production Orders module also includes a manual supply planning tool as an alternative to automatic planning. The Bill of Materials is powerful, functional and easy-to-maintain. With Agile Manufacturing, you can plan rush orders, make exceptions and handle last-minute changes to your manufacturing processes with multiple planning options.
Finite Loading of capacity-constraint resources management is also part of manufacturing functionality. This is used for taking capacity constraints into account so that no more work is assigned to a work centre or machine centre than the capacities can be expected to produce.
The Dynamics 365 Business Central Manufacturing Suite Includes
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Provides Real-Time Visibility Into Inventory Levels, Including Raw Materials, Finished Goods, And Work-In-Progress.
ROUTINGS
Details The Steps Needed To Take And The Order In Which They Need To Be Completed To Create Your Product.
AGILE MANUFACTURING
Enables A Manufacturing Organisation To Respond Rapidly To Changing Prices In The Market And Customer Demands.
PRODUCTION ORDER MANAGEMENT
Helps Manufacturers Plan, Execute, And Track Production Runs, Including Scheduling, Routing, And Cost Tracking.
DEMAND FORECASTING
Allows You To Create Rules Informing You When To Restock Based On Forecast Or Planned Demand.
PRODUCTION SCHEDULING
Provides A Visual Scheduling Tool That Allows Manufacturers To Create Production Schedules And Adjust Them As Needed.
MACHINE CENTRE
Enables Users To Establish Machine Centres As Part Of The Manufacturing Capacity Planning And Production Management Processes.
SUPPLY PLANNING
Helps You Determine The Materials And Resources Needed To Meet Production Demand.
MANAGEMENT
Offers Comprehensive Features Set For Effective Manufacturing Management.
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Supports Collaboration With Suppliers, Including Purchasing, Receiving, And Vendor Performance Tracking.
BILL OF MATERIALS (BOM) MANAGEMENT
Enables Manufacturers To Define And Manage The Components And Raw Materials That Make Up Their Products.
VERSION MANAGEMENT
Allows Manufacturers To Manage Multiple Versions Of A Product And Its Associated Bills Of Materials (Boms) And Routes.
MPS & MRP
Can Calculate Either Master Production Schedule (Mps) Or Material Requirements Planning (Mrp) On Request, Or It Can Calculate Both At The Same Time.
GRAPHICAL PLANNING & SCHEDULING
Allows Manufacturers To Schedule Production Activities Based On The Availability Of Resources And To Optimise Production Schedules To Meet Demand.
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Provides Real-Time Visibility Into Inventory Levels, Including Raw Materials, Finished Goods, And Work-In-Progress.
ROUTINGS
Details The Steps Needed To Take And The Order In Which They Need To Be Completed To Create Your Product.
AGILE MANUFACTURING
Enables A Manufacturing Organisation To Respond Rapidly To Changing Prices In The Market And Customer Demands.
PRODUCTION ORDER MANAGEMENT
Helps Manufacturers Plan, Execute, And Track Production Runs, Including Scheduling, Routing, And Cost Tracking.
DEMAND FORECASTING
Allows You To Create Rules Informing You When To Restock Based On Forecast Or Planned Demand.
PRODUCTION SCHEDULING
Provides A Visual Scheduling Tool That Allows Manufacturers To Create Production Schedules And Adjust Them As Needed.
MACHINE CENTRE
Enables Users To Establish Machine Centres As Part Of The Manufacturing Capacity Planning And Production Management Processes.
SUPPLY PLANNING
Helps You Determine The Materials And Resources Needed To Meet Production Demand.
MANAGEMENT
Offers Comprehensive Features Set For Effective Manufacturing Management.
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Supports Collaboration With Suppliers, Including Purchasing, Receiving, And Vendor Performance Tracking.
BILL OF MATERIALS (BOM) MANAGEMENT
Enables Manufacturers To Define And Manage The Components And Raw Materials That Make Up Their Products.
VERSION MANAGEMENT
Allows Manufacturers To Manage Multiple Versions Of A Product And Its Associated Bills Of Materials (Boms) And Routes.
MPS & MRP
Can Calculate Either Master Production Schedule (Mps) Or Material Requirements Planning (Mrp) On Request, Or It Can Calculate Both At The Same Time.
GRAPHICAL PLANNING & SCHEDULING
Allows Manufacturers To Schedule Production Activities Based On The Availability Of Resources And To Optimise Production Schedules To Meet Demand.
Dynamics 365 Business Central Provides A Neat Kitting Module
Manufacturing companies use sales, stock, and purchasing features to buy and sell finished items. However, the manufacturing module offers additional control to manage raw materials, machine or human activities, and output finished items. The manufacturing module supports an MRP process using bill of materials and routing mechanisms, and production orders are created to consume components. Back or forward flushing and discrete issuing of materials are available, along with features such as scrap management and sub-contractor manufacture.
Dynamics 365 Business Central offers a kitting module that simplifies the manufacturing process. This allows for the creation of an assembly order that removes components from stock and creates finished items in one easy process. The kitting module in Business Central enables companies to manage the process of putting together various components into finished kits or packages. It includes creating kit items, defining kit components, and tracking kit inventory levels.
The kitting module can be used in various manufacturing, assembly, and distribution industries. With the kitting module, businesses can create bill of materials for their kits, track inventory levels of kit components, and manage the process of kitting and un-kitting items. This helps to ensure that the correct components are available when needed, minimising waste and inefficiencies in the kitting process.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Manufacturing Suite
 Is a cloud-based solution that helps small and mid-sized manufacturing companies manage their operations. It is part of the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central product line and is designed specifically for the manufacturing industry.Â
The solution provides a range of tools for managing all aspects of manufacturing, from product design and planning to production, inventory management, and supply chain management. It also integrates with other Dynamics 365 applications, such as finance and sales, to provide a comprehensive view of a manufacturer’s operations.
Key Features Of The Manufacturing Suite
Bill of Materials (BOM) management
Enables manufacturers to define and manage the components and raw materials that make up their products.
Capacity planning
Helps manufacturers plan production runs based on available resources and forecasted demand.
Inventory management
Provides real-time visibility into inventory levels, including raw materials, finished goods, and work-in-progress.
Production management
Helps manufacturers plan, execute, and track production runs, including scheduling, routing, and cost tracking.
Supply chain management
Supports collaboration with suppliers, including purchasing, receiving, and vendor performance tracking.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Manufacturing Suite integrates seamlessly with other Dynamics 365 applications, such as finance and sales, to provide a complete view of a manufacturer’s operations. This integration enables companies to manage their operations more efficiently and make informed business decisions.
The Manufacturing Suite is designed for small and mid-sized manufacturing companies, including make-to-order, make-to-stock, and engineer-to-order manufacturers. The solution is flexible and scalable, making it suitable for a range of manufacturing operations.
The Manufacturing Suite provides real-time visibility into inventory levels, including raw materials, finished goods, and work-in-progress. It also supports collaboration with suppliers, including purchasing, receiving, and vendor performance tracking.
Yes, the Manufacturing Suite provides real-time visibility into production runs and inventory levels, enabling manufacturers to make informed business decisions and respond quickly to changes in demand and supply.
Yes, the Manufacturing Suite is designed to handle multi-site and multi-currency operations, making it suitable for manufacturers with operations in multiple locations and countries.
The Manufacturing Suite is highly customisable and can be integrated with other systems, including third-party systems and legacy systems, to support the unique needs of a manufacturer’s operations.
The Manufacturing Suite supports regulatory compliance in the manufacturing industry by providing tools for tracking and reporting on compliance-related information, such as product safety and environmental regulations.
The Manufacturing Suite provides tools for tracking the costs of production runs and conducting profitability analysis, enabling manufacturers to optimise their operations and improve their bottom line.
Yes, the Manufacturing Suite is available as a mobile app, providing manufacturers with access to key information and functionality while on the go.
Microsoft provides comprehensive support and training for the Manufacturing Suite, including online resources, self-paced learning, and instructor-led training. Customers can also access a global network of certified partners for additional support and guidance.
