Business Central connects finance, sales, purchasing, inventory and operations in a single Microsoft platform, so every decision gets made on real-time data, not last week’s report.
Microsoft Solutions Partner — Digital & App Innovation
Microsoft Solutions Partner — Infrastructure
Forbes — Best Overall Cloud ERP
Overview
What is Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central?
A cloud ERP platform that unifies finance, sales, purchasing, inventory, manufacturing and project management in a single system.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a cloud-based ERP platform built for growing businesses. It brings together finance, sales, purchasing, inventory, manufacturing and project management in a single system, so every team works from the same accurate, real-time data.
Unlike legacy ERP systems that require expensive servers and IT teams to maintain, Business Central runs entirely in Microsoft’s Azure cloud. That means automatic updates, built-in security, and the ability to access your business data from anywhere, on any device.
At Align Solutions, we don’t just install Business Central. We configure it to match your specific business processes, integrate it with your existing tools, train your team, and stay with you long after go-live to make sure it keeps delivering value as your business grows.
“Business Central isn’t just software. When it’s properly implemented, it becomes the operating system your business runs on.”
Align Solutions, Business Central Practice
Financial Management
GL, AP/AR, bank reconciliation, budgeting
Financial Management
GL, AP/AR, bank reconciliation, budgeting
Financial Management
GL, AP/AR, bank reconciliation, budgeting
Financial Management
GL, AP/AR, bank reconciliation, budgeting
Financial Management
GL, AP/AR, bank reconciliation, budgeting
Financial Management
GL, AP/AR, bank reconciliation, budgeting
Financial Management
GL, AP/AR, bank reconciliation, budgeting
Financial Management
GL, AP/AR, bank reconciliation, budgeting
Our core capabilities
Consulting that behaves like an in-house team.
We bring together experienced professionals, robust process, and full-project support, built on expertise, transparency and adaptability.
Real-time visibility across your entire business
One dashboard showing live inventory, outstanding invoices, sales pipeline and cash flow, updated in real time, accessible from any device.
Real-time visibility across your entire business
One dashboard showing live inventory, outstanding invoices, sales pipeline and cash flow, updated in real time, accessible from any device.
Real-time visibility across your entire business
One dashboard showing live inventory, outstanding invoices, sales pipeline and cash flow, updated in real time, accessible from any device.
Real-time visibility across your entire business
One dashboard showing live inventory, outstanding invoices, sales pipeline and cash flow, updated in real time, accessible from any device.
Real-time visibility across your entire business
One dashboard showing live inventory, outstanding invoices, sales pipeline and cash flow, updated in real time, accessible from any device.
Real-time visibility across your entire business
One dashboard showing live inventory, outstanding invoices, sales pipeline and cash flow, updated in real time, accessible from any device.
Our core capabilities
Built for real business operations.
Business Central covers every operational area your growing business needs, from basic bookkeeping to complex multi-location manufacturing.
Multi-currency & multi-company
Manage entities in multiple currencies and legal structures, with intercompany consolidation built in.
Multi-currency & multi-company
Manage entities in multiple currencies and legal structures, with intercompany consolidation built in.
Multi-currency & multi-company
Manage entities in multiple currencies and legal structures, with intercompany consolidation built in.
Multi-currency & multi-company
Manage entities in multiple currencies and legal structures, with intercompany consolidation built in.
Multi-currency & multi-company
Manage entities in multiple currencies and legal structures, with intercompany consolidation built in.
Multi-currency & multi-company
Manage entities in multiple currencies and legal structures, with intercompany consolidation built in.
Industries we serve
Built for operations, not just spreadsheets.
We support organisations across diverse industries with tailored solutions that address their specific operational challenges.
Manufacturing
Connect the shop floor to the balance sheet, with production, inventory and costing in sync.
Food & Beverages
Track lots, shelf life and compliance data without a spreadsheet in sight.
Recycling
Turn scrap tickets and swinging commodity prices into one clear, trustworthy number.
Environmental Services
Produce diversion and compliance data on demand, instead of scrambling before an audit.
Wholesale & Distribution
One live view of inventory and orders across every warehouse and location.
Retail
Sync sales, stock and fulfilment in real time, from the register to the back office.
Outside these six? Our specialities, QA, custom apps, SharePoint, Power BI, Dynamics CRM and AI, are available across any industry we work with.
Best fit
Is Business Central right for your business?
Business Central is purpose-built for growing small and mid-sized businesses that have outgrown their accounting software.
10–500 employees
£2M–£250M turnover
Manufacturing companies
Wholesale distributors
Food & beverage producers
Recycling businesses
Environmental services
Multi-location retailers
Businesses in 30+ countries
How we implement
A straight line from assessment to go-live.
Our implementation methodology is designed to minimise disruption, maximise adoption, and deliver a system your team actually uses from day one.
01
Assess
Analysis and discussion to understand exactly where your systems and processes stand today.
02
Architect
Configuration and review of the right-fit solution for your operation, not a one-size-fits-all rollout.
03
Implement
We lead the implementation, hands-on, from first configuration to go-live.
04
Scale
Upgrades and ongoing support as your business grows and your needs change.
Available at every stage
Adhoc consulting
Development
Solution optimisation
Integrations
Ongoing optimisation
Why Align Solutions
Why implement Business Central with us?
We don’t just deploy software. We build a system that fits your business, your team and your ambitions.
Real-time visibility across your entire business
One dashboard showing live inventory, outstanding invoices, sales pipeline and cash flow, updated in real time, accessible from any device.
Real-time visibility across your entire business
One dashboard showing live inventory, outstanding invoices, sales pipeline and cash flow, updated in real time, accessible from any device.
Real-time visibility across your entire business
One dashboard showing live inventory, outstanding invoices, sales pipeline and cash flow, updated in real time, accessible from any device.
Real-time visibility across your entire business
One dashboard showing live inventory, outstanding invoices, sales pipeline and cash flow, updated in real time, accessible from any device.
Real-time visibility across your entire business
One dashboard showing live inventory, outstanding invoices, sales pipeline and cash flow, updated in real time, accessible from any device.
Real-time visibility across your entire business
One dashboard showing live inventory, outstanding invoices, sales pipeline and cash flow, updated in real time, accessible from any device.
FAQ
Common questions about Business Central.
How long does a Business Central implementation take?
A standard implementation for a growing SME typically takes 10–16 weeks. More complex projects with custom development, multiple entities or complex integrations take 20–28 weeks. We scope every project in detail during the discovery phase before committing to a timeline.
How long does a Business Central implementation take?
A standard implementation for a growing SME typically takes 10–16 weeks. More complex projects with custom development, multiple entities or complex integrations take 20–28 weeks. We scope every project in detail during the discovery phase before committing to a timeline.
How long does a Business Central implementation take?
A standard implementation for a growing SME typically takes 10–16 weeks. More complex projects with custom development, multiple entities or complex integrations take 20–28 weeks. We scope every project in detail during the discovery phase before committing to a timeline.
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Technology consulting and digital transformation for growing businesses, ERP, CRM, Power BI, AI and custom development, delivered by one accountable team.