In today’s fast-paced business environment, organizations face growing pressure to move faster, do more with less, and stay agile. Yet many still struggle with fragmented data, manual reconciliations, and outdated reporting methods. At Avion Technology, we help growing businesses overcome these challenges by implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central enhanced with built-in Business Performance Analytics that deliver real-time, process-aware insights and AI-driven decisions.
Why Traditional Analytics Fall Short
Typical analytics systems operate in silos, relying on manual exports and batch updates. They often require multiple tools and spreadsheets delaying decisions and making it difficult to respond quickly to change. Business leaders need more than dashboards they need unified data, predictive insights, and automated actions.
The Power of Business Performance Analytics in Business Central
With Business Central’s built-in analytics, data from finance, operations, sales, and HR flows into a single, governed foundation. The result? Faster, smarter decisions supported by real-time data and contextual AI insights.
Key Benefits:
- Process-aware out of the box:
Business Central understands cost centers, item categories, employee structures, and more so no external mapping is required. - Always up to date:
Data refreshes in near real-time. Spot inventory changes, cost fluctuations, or revenue spikes as they happen. - Context-rich reporting:
Analyze performance by region, product line, project, or department no more manual slicing and dicing. - Secure and governed:
With role-based access, encryption, and centralized data control, your insights are protected across teams.
From Insight to Autonomous Action with AI Agents
With Business Central and Microsoft Copilot, analytics go beyond dashboards. Intelligent agents can:
- Monitor metrics automatically and alert teams via Microsoft Teams or email when anomalies arise.
- Recommend actions such as rebalancing budgets, adjusting pricing, or optimizing vendor contracts.
- Execute tasks automatically, like triggering purchase orders or reassigning resources based on predictive trends.
Supercharge Your Analytics with Microsoft Fabric
Avion helps businesses scale even further by integrating Microsoft Fabric with Business Central. This allows for:
- Unified data across platforms: Combine ERP data with IoT, CRM, or third-party systems through OneLake architecture.
- Instant insights with Direct Lake Mode: Analyze real-time transactions no batch delays.
- Smarter forecasting: Use Copilot Studio to predict demand shifts, delivery delays, or workforce gaps.
Planning Ahead: Integrated Business Planning Made Easy
Avion enables clients to extend analytics into planning and forecasting:
| Capability | Purpose | When to Use |
|---|---|---|
| Business Performance Analytics | Real-time financial & operational insight | Budgeting, cash flow, cost variance |
| Business Performance Planning | Financial forecasting & workforce alignment | Rolling forecasts, what-if analysis |
| Supply Chain Planning | Inventory & demand optimization | Demand forecasting, risk mitigation |
Industry Use Cases
Whether you’re in manufacturing, retail, healthcare, or professional services, Avion customizes Business Central analytics for your specific needs:
- Manufacturers: Track production delays, adjust inventory in real time.
- Retailers: Forecast demand spikes, reduce overstock.
- Professional services: Optimize billable hours, project margins.
- Asset-heavy industries: Manage capital budgets and maintenance costs.
Why Choose Avion Technology?
Based in Schaumburg, IL, Avion Technology is a trusted partner for small and mid-sized businesses across the U.S. seeking digital transformation through ERP solutions. We specialize in implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, integrating Copilot and AI agents, and building custom business intelligence dashboards to support data-driven decision-making. Our expertise extends to Microsoft Fabric and Power BI analytics, enabling organizations to unify their data and gain real-time insights. With deep industry knowledge and a tailored approach, we deliver ERP strategies that align with your unique business processes empowering you to grow, adapt, and lead with confidence.
Ready to Turn Data into Decisions?
At Avion, we help you eliminate data silos, accelerate your decision-making, and scale your operations with real-time, AI-powered insights. By unifying data across departments, leveraging automation through AI, and enabling proactive planning, we ensure your ERP system is not just informative but transformative. Contact Avion Technology today to discover how Business Central with embedded analytics can elevate your business from tracking performance to actively improving it. Visit our Business Central Solution or schedule a free consultation with our ERP experts to get started.
