From Navision & Dynamics NAV to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Online
With Dynamics 365 Business Central, you’ll transition to a future-proof ERP platform that is modern, scalable, and fully integrated into the Microsoft ecosystem.
That is why migrating to Dynamics 365 Business Central is necessary
For many companies, Microsoft Navision and Dynamics NAV have been the backbone of their ERP landscape for years. But there’s a problem: traditional on-premises installations can only meet the growing demands for cloud capabilities, security, automation, and AI support to a limited extent. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, as a strategic evolution of Navision and Dynamics NAV, is the solution.
The Benefits of Switching from Navision to Dynamics 365 Business Central
Cloud and Platform Capability
Dynamics 365 Business Central runs on Microsoft Azure. As a result, it offers automatic updates, ensures high availability, and integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365 and the Power Platform.
Upgradable & low-maintenance
Instead of time-consuming upgrade projects, you benefit from continuous improvements, greater ease of updating, and significantly lower maintenance costs.
AI & Automation
With Microsoft Copilot, Power Automate, and Microsoft Power BI, you can leverage AI-powered analytics, forecasting, and automation directly within your ERP system.
Navision vs. Business Central
- Traditional on-premises architecture
- Manual updates & upgrades
- Time-limited support and regulatory updates
- Limited integration
- High maintenance costs
- Very limited AI support
- Limited scalability
- Cloud-based ERP platform
- Automatic, continuous updates
- Regular provision of new features and regulatory updates to the application
- Deep integration with Microsoft 365 & Power Platform
- Lower operational & IT costs
- Full AI potential through Copilot & integrated agents
- Scalable for growth & internationalization
Our conclusion
Migrating from Navision or Dynamics NAV to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a strategic step toward a modern, scalable ERP platform. As a business, you’ll benefit from enhanced security, deeper integration, lower operating costs, and a wide range of opportunities enabled by AI and automation. Our extensive implementation experience and best practices enable us to support you throughout this process, helping you minimize risks and maximize your potential.
The Cloud Innovation Assessment (CIA) forms the foundation for a smooth and effective migration to Business Central Online. The process includes:
- Strategic review and consultation regarding your IT infrastructure
- Development of a roadmap for holistic transformation
- Identification of optimization opportunities for the Microsoft Cloud
- Evaluation of existing processes in the context of Dynamics 365 Business Central
- Technical review of infrastructure, data, add-ons, and interfaces
How ready is your Navision environment for migration?
How does the migration from Navision to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central work?
We use a transformation strategy that is scalable and has proven effective. We achieve this through standardized tools and processes. We offer a proven methodology based on Success by Design, which provides a detailed roadmap with clear project phases and defined responsibilities. This methodology involves minimal risk and offers greater planning certainty during the transition to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Our services include the integration of existing interfaces as well as user-focused training throughout all project phases. With our experience, we guide you through the entire project, from kickoff to a successful go-live.
Why COSMO CONSULT: Migration with Confidence
Using proven tools and over 25 years of ERP experience, we’ll guide your ERP transformation to the Microsoft Cloud using the “Success by Design” approach. Your business operations will remain unaffected throughout the process.
The result: a modern, scalable cloud ERP solution with Dynamics 365 Business Central that grows with your business. It connects teams and enables innovation.
The Benefits of ERP Cloud Transformation
- Innovation with no maintenance required
- Maximum security in the cloud
- Boost AI-driven efficiency
- Predictable cost models
FAQ – Navision to Business Central
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