This blog series has looked at the various reasons accountants are increasingly looking at Microsoft’s Business Central as a more substantial solution to their financial requirements.
One of the main selling points is the integration it offers into the broader Microsoft ecosystem. As a part of the extensive Microsoft 365 suite, Business Central offers seamless integration with other Microsoft products, like Excel, Teams, and SharePoint. This integration contrasts with platforms like Xero, where some clients report a slower and less cohesive integration experience.
A key strength of Microsoft lies in its vast community of specialist partners. These partners continually develop unique applications targeting specific industry challenges, further enhancing Business Central’s capabilities. Currently, there are over 3,500 extensions available for Business Central, making it highly likely to meet the diverse needs of your clients’ industries. For bespoke requirements, partners like Creative Computing can tailor the system to fit every last nuance. This customisation potential is crucial for accountants, as it significantly elevates the strategic and operational value they can offer to clients.
From its inception, Business Central has been at the forefront of ERP innovation. Its automation features reduce manual tasks, cut down errors, and ensure updated information is accessible to all stakeholders, boosting productivity and allowing employees to focus on more strategic activities.
What’s particularly exciting is Microsoft’s advancements in AI. The introduction of Copilot, a virtual assistant powered by a Large Language Model (LLM), promises to make Business Central even more intuitive and user-friendly, solidifying its position as market leader.
While simpler solutions like Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks may suffice for companies with straightforward business models or those not undergoing significant changes, for clients seeking advanced automation, insights, support for multiple companies, scalability, and customization, Microsoft’s Business Central emerges as the clear choice.
For more information on Business Central and why other accountants are exploring it on behalf of their clients, contact us today at hello@creative-computing.co.uk. We can set up a call to review your more complex clients and identify those likely to see the fastest return on investment from the upgrade.
