Turning Data Into Actionable Insight With Microsoft Dynamics AX

Businesses run and thrive on data when it can be captured, analyzed, and put to use.  However, that is often easier said than done, especially when using disparate, specialty software.  Modern enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions, including Microsoft Dynamics AX, offer a set of powerful business intelligence tools designed to turn data into actionable insight to take your business to the next level.

The right business technology can make all of the difference when making data-driven business decisions.  Here is a short list of the top tools that Microsoft Dynamics AX offers:

RoleTailored User Interfaces

Each user can customize their interfaces with the features and functions that are necessary for their daily job tasks.  Quick links on these Role Center pages can connect them to other resources, portals, or external web sites.  Productivity increases when they can remain focused, close to the information they need to enter or use, and are not distracted or confused by extraneous information.

Analysis Cubes

You can create a set of measures and dimensions in Analysis Cubes to analyze specific data points such as revenues, profits, or inventory sold.  By establishing these measurement points, you can monitor data in real time and respond quickly to trending data.  For example, identify product trends and adjust procurement or production activities to meet customer demands.

Analytic Reporting

Microsoft Dynamics AX offers many pre-configured reporting templates that you can use right out-of-the-box.  Generate profit and loss statements or other financial reports, for example, using the data within your solution and share that information with shareholders, banks, or others.  You can also customize your own reporting to draw on other key data within your solution.  This time-saving automation streamlines the reporting process which shows transparency and can build trust, especially with regulatory reporting.

Achieve strategic goals with KPIs

Businesses often monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) as they move toward achieving strategic goals.  Connections between the Role Centers, Analysis Cubes, and Analytics Reports can be used to measure performance against your chosen goals to make sure you are on the right track.

Your company generates data every day.  Now, leverage it to your competitive advantage with the business intelligence tools offered in Microsoft Dynamics AX.  Contact ANEGIS to learn more about the built-in and customizable business intelligence features that can strengthen your business and drive growth.

By ANEGIS, Microsoft Dynamics AX Partner