Dynamics AX to Dynamics 365 Migration

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Upgrade from Dynamics AX to Dynamics 365

Simplify, automate, and innovate with Dynamics 365 Finance

Microsoft AX support has ended, but don't let that slow your business down. Upgrade from Dynamics AX to Dynamics 365 Finance for best-in-class features, enhanced financial visibility and boosted profitability.

Partner with us for a seamless migration from AX to Dynamics 365 Finance and ensure your business continues to thrive.

Why should you migrate from Dynamics AX to Finance?

End of Support for Dynamics AX (Axapta) 2012 R3

Microsoft ended its extended support for AX 2012 R3 on January 10, 2023. For businesses still using AX 2012, this is an opportunity to future-proof your business and ensure that you have the tools you need to succeed in the years to come.

But if you are using an older unsupported version like AX 4.0 or AX 2009, you will need to implement a new system.

Completely customizable for added flexibility

Dynamics AX vs. Dynamics 365 Finance Comparison

Completely customizable for added flexibility

Benefits of a Dynamics AX to Dynamics 365 Upgrade

Upgrade from Dynamics AX to Dynamics 365 Finance for a more modern, secure, and cloud-based ERP solution.

Budget-Friendly

  • Reduced costs on hardware, labor, on-premise servers, and database administration.
  • Eliminates the need for on-premise servers and database administration.

Cyber Safe

  • Cloud-hosted solution with built-in security features such as application role-based authentication and identity management.
  • Enables secure, anytime-anywhere data access for all teams.

Flexibility

  • Life Cycle Services (LCS) portal helps manage app development and migration.
  • Seamless integration with Power Automate for low-code automation and AI-powered workflows.

Streamline Business Operations

  • Cloud-based platform keeps business flow constant and unified.
  • Unifies ERP and CRM, tailors Power Platform apps for unique business needs.

Added Customizations

  • Rich tools for data migration, integrations, and customizations.
  • Features like Dataverse and LCS reduce time and cost for custom apps and integrations.

Stay Updated

  • Automatic, frequent system upgrades with the latest features.
  • Save costs by avoiding major ERP upgrade projects.

Integration with Power Platform

  • Power BI delivers intuitive business data with visualizations and charts.
  • Build custom apps, workflows, and automation leveraging Microsoft Cloud, Data Lake, Data Factory, and embedded AI/ML.

Data-Driven Insights

  • Intelligent dashboards and analytics tools gather and compile data in real time.
  • Reports help companies create strategic plans based on actionable insights.

Expected timeline for an upgrade from Dynamics AX to Dynamics 365

The migration process can vary significantly, spanning from a few weeks to several months. Several factors come into play when determining the implementation duration.

Licensing model

Extent of customizations

Number of users in your plan: 5

Data volume for import

Integration with third-party apps

It is important to account for the time needed for customizations, testing, and workflow adjustments. Partner with LevelShift to develop a migration plan that meets your specific needs.

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Dynamics AX 2012 R3 mainstream support ends on 12th October, 2021. Though businesses can still choose extended support which gives them a bandwidth of two more years, it is recommended to migrate than to extend support on obsolete systems.
  • Assessment: Evaluate your Dynamics AX setup, identifying potential challenges.
  • Planning: Develop a comprehensive migration plan with your partner.
  • Migration: Transfer data and customizations to Dynamics 365.
  • Testing: Rigorously test the new system for functionality.
  • Deployment: Roll out the system to your users after successful testing.
Though functionalities on Dynamics AX and Dynamics 365 F&O are similar, the latter adds more in-depth features and functionalities. We have recently written a detailed blog on the differences and why you should consider upgrading to Dynamics 365.
  • D365 customizations are made by extending the base code via LCS, so you'll need to manually code to ensure your current customizations are compatible.
  • Microsoft's code upgrade tool can clean up your custom code and prepare it for deployment in the new environment.
  • If you're starting from a pre-2012 solution, you may want to reimplement Dynamics after assessing current business requirements and data needs, then implement modifications via LCS.
Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations is one of the best cloud-based ERP solutions available in the market today. It includes, Budgeting, Project Management, Financials and accounting and more.

Dynamics AX to Dynamics 365 upgrade Pricing

The Dynamics AX to Dynamics 365 upgrade cost depends on several factors such as system redesign, customizations, data model changes, user and license requirements, deprecated features, data migration, implementation services, training, and ongoing support.

Contact us to get an accurate estimate of the cost of your upgrade and develop a customized upgrade plan.

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