Mastering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Implementations

Propel your firm's adoption of Microsoft Dynamics 365

Whether you're an experienced Dynamics 365 expert or are getting ready for your first rollout, Mastering Microsoft Dynamics 365^(R) Implementations delivers a thorough and accessible step-by-step reference to making the project a success. Expert author Eric Newell has created a must-have tutorial that gives you all the information you need, in the order you need it, to bring Dynamics 365 to life in your organization. From identifying key stakeholders and building your business case to handling change management through the lifecycle of the project, you'll get the concrete instructions to take you through each stage of the implementation.

The book covers preparatory steps to take before beginning the project, project management and governance considerations, and walks you through all the steps you'll need to make your project successful.

Coverage includes:

• Understanding common implementation methodologies
• Preparing for the project, identifying your team, and building your business case
• Considering, evaluating, and buying an ERP/CRM solution
• Organizing your team, identifying leadership roles, and creating a management plan
• Managing change throughout the project
• Utilizing Independent Software Vendors (ISVs)
• Running conference room pilots (CRPs) and deciding who to invite
• Overcoming unexpected mid-project challenges using status reporting, risk registers, and mitigation plans
• Migrating data early and often using the Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) methodology
• Going live with a cutover checklist and conducting a go/no-go meeting

Organize Your Team and Set Project Governance
Kickoff the Project with Effective Messaging and Consultation
Understand and Conduct Conference Room Pilots
Manage Environments and Deployments By Understanding Environment Flow
Go Live While Providing Sufficient Support