Business Central vs. Finance and operations

Functionality

D365 Business Central

 D365 Finance and Operations

Microsoft Positioning

Business management solution for small and medium-sized businesses, offering tools to manage finances, operations, sales, and customer service effectively.

Solution for medium to large enterprises with complex business processes, offering advanced financial and operational management capabilities

Type of Companies

Ideal for small and medium-sized businesses across various industries

Geared towards medium to large enterprises with complex business processes

Customization and flexibility

Flexible and customizable for different industries, enabling operational excellence and digital transformation.

Suitable for a wide range of industries including manufacturing, retail, distribution, and services, providing tailored solutions for complex business processes.

Depth of Manufacturing

Offers robust manufacturing functionality, including production planning, shop floor control, and quality management, suitable for managing manufacturing processes effectively.

Provides deep manufacturing functionality supporting various modes like make-to-stock, make-to-order, and assemble-to-order, along with advanced features

Capabilities and Integration

Provides comprehensive capabilities for financial management, sales, and customer service, integrating seamlessly with other Dynamics 365 components for a unified platform.

Offers advanced capabilities for managing financials, supply chain, manufacturing, and operations, seamlessly integrating with other Dynamics 365 components

Minimum Number of Users

1

20

License Cost

$70 to $100 per user / month

$115 to $210 per user / month

Availability

 Available as a cloud-based solution in 33 countries

Available as a cloud-based solution in 140 countries

Localization

 localized to comply with regulatory requirements of different countries and regions, making it suitable for global operations.

Localized to comply with the regulatory requirements of different countries and regions, ensuring compliance and ease of use in various markets.

Business Analytics

Provides powerful analytics capabilities, offering insights into operations and supporting informed decision-making.

Offers advanced business analytics capabilities, providing valuable insights into operations and enabling informed decision-making across the Organization.

Scalability

Scalable to accommodate business growth, allowing for easy expansion of operations as the business expands.

Scalable to support business growth, enabling organizations to expand their operations easily as their business grows.

Deployment

Offers flexibility in deployment options, including cloud-based deployment for ease of access and management.

Provides flexibility in deployment options, including cloud-based deployment for improved accessibility and management