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Cloud & ProductivityModernizing manufacturing with Business Central
A leading cabinetry manufacturer modernized its operations and financial management by moving from Dynamics GP to Dynamics 365 Business Central. With support from WebSan Solutions (now part of Rand Group), the company streamlined workflows, gained real-time reporting, and built a scalable foundation for growth.
The Goal
To modernize legacy systems and unify manufacturing and financial processes within a single, cloud-based ERP solution.
The Outcome
The manufacturer achieved streamlined financial management, automated reporting, and scalable operations capable of supporting multi-entity growth.
The problem
A leading cabinetry manufacturer was operating on Dynamics GP 2018, a legacy on-premises ERP system that struggled to keep up with the company’s expanding operations. As the business grew and introduced new product lines across three legal entities, managing daily operations became increasingly complex.
Disconnected financial and manufacturing systems forced employees to rely on manual processes—exporting data into spreadsheets and re-entering information across departments. This lack of integration led to inconsistent data and limited visibility into company-wide performance.
The organization’s reporting tools were outdated and restrictive, preventing leadership from accessing timely insights needed for forecasting, budgeting, and strategic decision-making. These inefficiencies not only slowed growth but also increased operational risk and administrative workload.
Disconnected systems slowing growth
The solution
The manufacturer partnered with Rand Group, to migrate their operations to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Through a structured implementation that included analysis, design, deployment, and post-go-live support, the transition delivered significant efficiency gains.
Key solution highlights:
- Scalability and accessibility: Cloud-hosted ERP access improved collaboration and decision-making across all legal entities.
- Enhanced financial management: Comprehensive tools managed general ledger, budgets, and accounts payable/receivable with multi-currency support.
- Integration and customization: The system was tailored to integrate seamlessly with existing manufacturing software and financial workflows.
- Workflow automation: Automated repetitive tasks reduced errors and eliminated manual data entry.
- Improved reporting: Jet Reports provided real-time insights with 40+ customizable templates, delivering faster, data-driven decision-making.
The project also included the use of Electronic Banking for Dynamics 365 to streamline EFT and credit card payments, and Integration Platform Service to ensure smooth connectivity with external systems.
The result
By adopting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, the cabinetry manufacturer transformed how it manages financials, reporting, and operations. The new cloud-based ERP unified three legal entities under one scalable system, enabling faster decisions, stronger collaboration, and future-ready growth.
Key outcomes include:
- Unified cloud platform: Centralized data and workflows across all entities, eliminating silos and improving collaboration.
- Real-time financial visibility: Leveraged Jet Reports for instant access to accurate, customizable financial insights.
- Automated workflows: Replaced manual data entry with streamlined automation, saving time and reducing human error.
- Future-ready scalability: The company now operates on a modern ERP foundation that can easily evolve with new technologies and business expansion.
Real-time financial visibility
Take the next step with Rand Group
Modern manufacturing demands agility, visibility, and connected operations. Rand Group helps organizations like yours harness the full potential of Dynamics 365 Business Central to unify systems, automate workflows, and gain the insights you need to grow.