It is not uncommon for manufacturing companies to have byproducts as the result of manufacturing. In some cases, this is a different product that is produced and has a value; other times, it may be the same basic end item but of a different quality. I have run into both of these situations. One was a chemical company with a different byproduct, and the other was a cloth manufacturer where, upon completion, some of the finished material was of a sub-grade and could not be sold as the end item. Both of these situations can be managed by setting up a negative line in the Microsoft Dynamics NAV Bill of Materials.Be careful when setting up a negative line, as you don’t normally want this to be flushed, but rather the result of a negative … [Read more...] about Managing Byproducts with Microsoft Dynamics NAV
NAV News You Can Use
Check out our first Microsoft Dynamics NAV newsletter, featuring the upcoming NAV event on May 22, NAV tip on Zero Inventory Field, Dynamics NAV 2013 R2 free trial, and much more! Click here to get the newsletter, and sign-up here for future Microsoft Dynamics NAV news. … [Read more...] about NAV News You Can Use
Synchronize All Ownership & Security in Dynamics SL
As Microsoft Dynamics SL consultants, we run into issues with connectivity to Dynamics SL, errors when opening screens or running reports. Some of these issues have straightforward causes and resolutions, but at times it is just a matter of the security getting out-of-sync in the databases. Running the “Synchronize All Ownership & Security” update scenario in Database Maintenance resolves these security issues and gets Dynamics SL running smoothly again.What causes these inconsistencies with the security? It could be adding in a new third party application, changing the authentication method from SQL to Windows, or moving the databases between SQL servers – these are the easy ones. Every now and then something may happen in SQL … [Read more...] about Synchronize All Ownership & Security in Dynamics SL
Microsoft Dynamics NAV System Generated Filters – Sometimes Turning Them Off Turns You On To Data
Most Microsoft Dynamics NAV users are familiar with filters and their use in limiting the data displayed on the screen or in a report. Microsoft Dynamics NAV allows users to filter on any field in the table in order to find the information the user wants. In addition to user filters, there are NAV filters that come on automatically when a particular screen is accessed. An example of this is ledger entries; when a user selects ledger entries from a GL Account, Customer, Vendor, or Inventory Item, NAV automatically filters the data to just the element that was selected. If you were to call for general ledger entries from a chart of account, NAV will only show you the ledger entries related to that account.What some users are not aware … [Read more...] about Microsoft Dynamics NAV System Generated Filters – Sometimes Turning Them Off Turns You On To Data
Boyer & Associates Announces Record Momentum & Company Growth in First Quarter of 2014
Boyer & Associates Experiences Record Growth Q1 2014, Including New Client and Staff Additions March 27, 2014, Minneapolis, MN --- Boyer & Associates, (Boyer) a leading provider of business management solutions for mid-sized businesses,today announced that it continued to experience rapid growth during the first quarter of 2014. This growth was a result of executing various quality initiatives, the addition of staff for the dedicated support and development teams, and attracting and hiring highly experienced talent. In addition, Boyer added 15 new clients across their Dynamics GP, SL, and NAV practices focused in the areas of distribution, non-profit, financial services and professional services.Microsoft Dynamics GP, Microsoft … [Read more...] about Boyer & Associates Announces Record Momentum & Company Growth in First Quarter of 2014
Jet Reports – A Simple Reporting Solution for Microsoft Dynamics NAV
Jet Reports allows companies to gain visibility through the creation of reports and dashboards using Microsoft Excel – analysis all seamlessly integrated with Microsoft Dynamics NAV. Through Jet Reports, companies can author and publish their own reports, sharing them within and outside of the company.Jet Reports allows custom reports to be written using multiple tables and with advanced calculations built-in. These reports can be distributed through automatic distribution functionality and saved to be used time and again. Jet screen inquiries allow the user to drill down on the data back to the source within NAV to allow for quick and easy verification of data. Jet’s drill down capability respects the security setups within NAV, so … [Read more...] about Jet Reports – A Simple Reporting Solution for Microsoft Dynamics NAV
Using SmartList Designer to Modify Existing Stock SmartLists in Dynamics GP 2013 SP2
Want to build new SmartLists, but don’t have SmartList Builder? Prior to Dynamics GP 2013 SP2, that wouldn’t have been possible. SmartList Designer is a new tool that lets users build new or modify existing SmartLists without SmartList Builder. This post will focus on modifying an existing preloaded SmartList stock from Microsoft Dynamics GP.When you open SmartLists, the “New” button at the top left will be present. Again, this was new in Dynamics GP 2013 SP2, which is version 12.00.1482 or higher.To modify an existing SmartList, start by highlighting the SmartList node you wish to change.Click New on the SmartList header and notice it loads the fields from the highlighted SmartList node. The SmartList must be given a new name. … [Read more...] about Using SmartList Designer to Modify Existing Stock SmartLists in Dynamics GP 2013 SP2
March 19 Event – Dynamics ERP Shootout for Distribution and Supply Chain Management
Don't Miss This Head-to-Head Evaluation of the Leading ERP Solutions from Microsoft Dynamics Jump start your enterprise selection projects and join us March 19 from 8:30 a.m. – noon at this no-charge event. Learn how you can:Increase Sales Reduce Inventory Improve Customer Service Increase Supply Chain VisibilityUtilizing Microsoft Dynamics ERP distribution and supply chain management solutions, discover how your sales force can grow revenue through add-on and high-margin products, decrease inventory and holding costs and leave your customers feeling appreciated and well-served.We will showcase all this functionality across 3 distinct ERP solutions including Dynamics GP, NAV and SL, to enable you to see, feel and determine … [Read more...] about March 19 Event – Dynamics ERP Shootout for Distribution and Supply Chain Management
Microsoft Dynamics SL 2011 Status Bar Tricks
The status bar at the bottom of the Microsoft Dynamics SL 2011 screen shows you the Date, User, Application Database, and Customization Level. Did you know if you double click on these labels they bring up its appropriate screen?For example, if you double click on the Date it brings up the Business Date screen. If you double click on User it brings up the Login screen. If you double click on Application Database, it brings up the Database screen so you can quickly switch databases. Also, double clicking on Customization Level allows you to switch customization levels fast.Just a few tricks to allow users to move around faster.For additional tips and tricks regarding Microsoft Dynamics SL and other Dynamics products, check out … [Read more...] about Microsoft Dynamics SL 2011 Status Bar Tricks
Boyer & Associates Hosts Microsoft Dynamics ERP Evaluation Shootout Event for Distributors on March 19, 2014
February 27, 2014, Minneapolis, MN --- Boyer & Associates, (Boyer) a leading provider of Microsoft business management solutions, today announced that it will be hosting a Microsoft Dynamics ERP Shootout event for Distribution companies evaluating new ERP solutions on March 19, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. CT at the Microsoft Technology Center in Edina, MN.The free half-day event will provide an opportunity for attendees to learn and evaluate three leading Microsoft Dynamics ERP solutions including Microsoft Dynamics GP, Microsoft Dynamics NAV,and Microsoft Dynamics SL. The event is geared toward distribution and supply chain management organizations that are in the market for better financial management and the presentations will … [Read more...] about Boyer & Associates Hosts Microsoft Dynamics ERP Evaluation Shootout Event for Distributors on March 19, 2014
