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Guides and Playbooks for Microsoft Business Applications

GUIDES · CHECKLISTS · PLAYBOOKS

Explore our collection of practical ebooks, guides, and checklists built to help SMB leaders modernize operations, adopt AI-powered ERP, and plan for growth. Whether you’re evaluating accounting software, upgrading your ERP, or exploring how AI and the cloud can transform your business, these resources provide step-by-step frameworks and insights you can act on today, and will soon expand to cover CRM and more.

Guides, Checklists, and Playbooks for Scaling Businesses

ERP Resources: Modern Business Management Made Simple

Buyer's Guide: ERP

Growing business leaders can explore strategies to evaluate solutions, embrace digital transformation, and select technology that fuels long-term success.

AI ERP Guide for SMBs

Learn how SMBs can streamline operations, boost productivity, and modernize business systems with AI-powered Dynamics 365 Business Central and Copilot.

Business Central Capability Guide

Explore the full capabilities of Dynamics 365 Business Central, from finance and supply chain to AI-powered forecasting and compliance.

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Evaluating Accounting Software Replacement

Learn how to identify business needs, compare vendors, and confidently replace outdated accounting software with modern cloud-based solutions.

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Migration Checklist: ERP

Discover 11 signs you’ve outgrown your current systems with this checklist to know when it’s time for ERP modernization.

Business Central: Forrester Total Economic Impact™

Learn how organizations achieve over 200% ROI, six-month payback, and meaningful improvements in financial visibility and operational efficiency.

CRM Resources: Modern Customer Engagement Made Simple

AI-Powered CRM Overview

See how AI transforms every stage of the customer journey, from targeting and sales efficiency to post-sale engagement, helping teams personalize interactions and build loyalty faster than ever.

AI-Driven Sales Playbook

Discover how Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales and Copilot automate routine tasks, surface real-time insights, and unlock seller productivity—so your team can focus on what matters most: closing deals and deepening relationships.

Business Central Capability Guide

Explore the full capabilities of Dynamics 365 Business Central, from finance and supply chain to AI-powered forecasting and compliance.

BUSINESS CENTRAL SUCCESS STORY

From QuickBooks to 200% Growth

When Miron Violetglass outgrew QuickBooks, they turned to Business Central with Bond Consulting. The results?

PROVEN DYNAMICS 365 BUSINESS CENTRAL CONSULTANTS

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Business Central ERP Implementation Services

With 20+ years of ERP experience and hundreds of successful deployments, Bond Consulting Services brings the expertise, and the efficiency, to keep your project moving. 

We use a structured, proven methodology to reduce risk and drive success. As a trusted Microsoft Partner, we deliver Business Central implementations on time and on budget. 

Explore What Business Central Could Do for Your Business

LEARN HOW MANUFACTURERS ARE LEVERAGING BUSINESS CENTRAL

News & Insights from BCS

Business Central Permissions: A Controller’s Guide to Security and Access Control

Vincent Albaracin

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June 4, 2026
Financial controllers know the pain too well. A simple permission issue blocks a journal posting, delays month-end close, or leaves key decision-makers waiting for reports. What should be smooth financial…

How to Set Up ACH Payments in Dynamics 365 Business Central

Vincent Albaracin

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June 2, 2026
Using ACH payments in Dynamics 365 Business Central accelerates payment handling, reduces reliance on paper checks, and strengthens security against unauthorized transactions. Business Central includes built-in electronic payment capabilities that allow…

Microsoft’s New Expense Agent Simplifies Business Central Expense Reports

Clayton Jones

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May 28, 2026
Most expense management improvements over the years have been incremental. Better OCR. Faster receipt capture. A mobile app instead of a desktop form. The underlying workflow stayed the same: employee…

When Does Dynamics 365 Business Central Need Power BI?

Clayton Jones

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May 20, 2026
Thanks to Dynamics 365 Business Central, your processes have been streamlined, your finances smartly managed, and your sales cycle enhanced. Your business has been running so smoothly that you’ve finally…

From Power Automate to Microsoft Copilot: Where Workflow Automation Ends and AI Assistance Begins

Zoltan Orban

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May 19, 2026
Webinar: AI or Automation? How to Know What Your Manufacturing Business Actually NeedsJune 16 @ 11:00 AM PT/2:00 PM ETRegister Now!Most operational problems are not as simple as “add AI.”…

Project Online Retirement: What Businesses Need to Do Before September 2026

Daniel Dix

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May 7, 2026
For years, Project Online, Microsoft’s cloud-hosted project and portfolio management (PPM) solution, built on SharePoint Online has played a central role in enterprise environments, supporting everything from detailed scheduling to…

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Business Central For Manufacturers – FAQ

What is Business Central, and why is it a good fit for manufacturers?

It’s a cloud-based ERP from Microsoft that combines financials, inventory, and production in one platform. It’s ideal for manufacturers who need better visibility and scalability without complex customization.

Most manufacturers go live within 6–10 weeks using our rapid implementation model.

Yes. We offer a fixed-scope, fixed-fee approach to help you get started with predictable costs.

Business Central is built to grow with you. Add advanced features, integrations, or users over time—no need to start over.