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The MSDW Podcast dives into the latest news and events in the Microsoft Dynamics ERP and CRM community. Produced by the editors of MSDynamicsWorld.com, the podcast features interviews and discussions on the latest issues confronting Dynamics AX, GP, NAV, and CRM users and professionals.

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June 12, 202626 min

New guidance on modernizing legacy systems, with Velosio

This episode is sponsored by Velosio. Organizations are feeling increasing urgency to make decisions about the future of their legacy solutions. Demands around security and sustainability become more challenging to meet over time, and as cloud solutions continue to evolve, IT and business leaders may see uncertainty in their path toward modernization. Our guests on this episode are Velosio's Carolyn Norton, Practice Director for Cloud Services and Cloud Solutions Specialist Brian Williams. They help us explore why decisions around legacy systems may feel more urgent now than in the past, and how increasing risk is moving conversations forward across industries. We discuss how Microsoft's cloud and AI strategy is changing buyer expectations, and how that in turn is changing their assessment of the value of legacy systems. Some of the factors customers are discussing with Velosio go beyond security to the latest governance demands and the impact of their investments on cyber insurance, Carolyn and Brian explain. They also offer some perspective on the importance of business outcomes and the way they believe executives should be helping to champion and prioritize the most important modernization efforts. More from Velosio: Not sure if your cloud environment is actually helping your business move faster? Schedule a cloud modernization strategy session to identify risks, reduce inefficiencies, and map your next step. Additional Resources Start with your numbers: Compare on-prem vs. cloud costs with the TCO Calculator Explore your modernization path: Explore your next steps with the Dynamics Modernization Roadmap Go deeper on strategy and decision-making: Why Simplification Must Come Before Transformation Turning Legacy ERP Friction Into a Modern Growth Engine Why Legacy ERP Systems Are a Board-Level Liability The Right Path: Maintain, Fortify, Bridge, or Transform

June 2, 202620 min

Jeremy Vyska on AI-accelerated coding, quality, and community for Business Central at DynamicsMinds 2026

In this episode we are talking with Jeremy Vyska, he's a Microsoft MVP as well as a solution architect, developer, and community leader who recently started an article series with MSDW, Field Notes on Agentic Development. The first piece discusses BCQuality, a community project focused on Business Central development best practices. We discuss some of Jeremy's experiences and observations from DynamicsMinds, including his session, his upcoming event plans, other community projects around AI-accelerated development that he is watching, and how it all fits together with his outlook on the channel.

June 2, 202612 min

Loveable at DynamicsMinds 2026

In this episode we look back at DynamicsMinds 2026 with two guests representing a new sponsor of the event, Loveable. Olof Hedin joined Loveable's go-to-market effort, and if you recognize his name, it's probably because he was an executive in the Microsoft partner channel until quite recently. He also has an interesting family connection to the startup, which he explains. You'll also hear a bit from Joe Corigliano, a past podcast guest who has deep roots in the Microsoft ecosystem and is taking on a role with Loveable in their efforts to engage the Microsoft partner ecosystem. Olof hosted a session at the conference about Loveable's work in this space where he shared the company's outlook, answered questions from Dynamics and Power Platform experts and, explained more about their existing relationship with Microsoft. Olof and Joe also discuss the opportunities they foresee in engaging more with the Microsoft partner ecosystem.

May 25, 202618 min

Stop firefighting and start controlling your Dynamics 365 F&SCM performance

This episode is sponsored by XPLUS. In this episode, we explore how teams can move from reactive firefighting to proactive, evidence-based control. We cover why SQL, AOS, and Batch need to be seen as one correlated system, how custom metrics bridge the gap between technical data and real business activity, and what a structured performance optimization cycle actually looks like in practice - from the first alert all the way to a verified fix. Whether you're dealing with regressions after a One Version update, unexplained batch delays, or just the nagging feeling that your system could perform better - this episode gives you a clear framework for taking back control. More from XPLUS: · Curious how this works in your environment? Book a 30-minute call with our D365 performance team - https://xplusglobal.com/book-a-demo/ · D365 Partner Day: Observability, Testing & Performance: https://xplusglobal.com/event/d365-partner-day-observability-testing-performance/

May 18, 202632 min

Navigating CSP changes, with Stratos Cloud Alliance

This episode is sponsored by Stratos Cloud Alliance. In this episode, we dive into the evolving Microsoft partner landscape and what it means for growth-minded organizations navigating CSP changes, AI adoption, and cloud strategy. The conversation explores how partners can adapt their go-to-market approach, build sustainable recurring revenue, and take advantage of new opportunities across Microsoft Dynamics 365, Business Central, and Copilot. Our guests share practical insights on aligning your business with Microsoft's direction, strengthening customer relationships, and leveraging programs like Stratos Cloud Alliance to scale more efficiently. More from Stratos Cloud Alliance: With ongoing CSP changes and increasing pressure on Direct partners, now is the time to evaluate your next move. Don't wait until requirements impact your margins or operations. Learn how the Stratos Indirect Partner Program can help you scale faster with less overhead—or explore your path to successfully transition from Direct to Indirect with the right support in place. Reach out to Scott May to learn more: Direct-Bill Recruit Book a Meeting with Scott May | Stratos Cloud Alliance

May 1, 202618 min

Truvio at Directions North America 2026

MSDW was on-site at Directions North America 2026 as a media partner, and we took some time to chat with participants about the event and their outlook on the Microsoft channel. In this episode, three product leaders from Truvio join us to discuss the team's plans, their experiences at Directions North America, and how they are working with SMB ERP partners. Our guests, Tim Kahne, Ari Liukko, and Scott Caudle from Truvio, tell us how the organization is executing on a product strategy that spans banking, finance, operations, and commerce. We also discuss some of the deal-critical demands that Microsoft partners face when competing with Dynamics 365 Business Central and how the Truvio team brings their expertise to bear to support those teams. Truvio: https://truvio.com Directions North America 2026 on MSDW: https://msdynamicsworld.com/directions-north-america-2026

May 1, 202628 min

IAMCP Leader Elena Baeva at Directions North America 2026

MSDW was on-site at Directions North America 2026 as a media partner and we took some time to chat with participants about the event and their outlook on the Microsoft channel. In this episode, IAMCP international president Elena Baeva joins us to discuss her work with the organization, some of her priorities as president of the organization, what makes this volunteer organization so effective as a partner-to-partner community. We reflect on some of the key themes of the event like growth in the BC channel, shifting market conditions, and the nature of partner businesses. And we discuss IAMCP's perspective on the challenge and opportunity of building community among Microsoft partners with different priorities and interests. Elena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenabaeva/ IAMCP: https://www.iamcp.org/ Directions North America 2026 on MSDW: https://msdynamicsworld.com/directions-north-america-2026

April 13, 202625 min

From Regression Overload to Autonomous Testing in Dynamics 365 F&O

This episode is sponsored by XPLUS. Traditional regression testing in Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations breaks down as complexity and test volume grows, but the causes can be hard to identify. Our guest, Bartosz Spiech from XPLUS, discusses how XPLUS's new software introduces a more effective approach based on smoke testing, autonomy, and observability. We also discuss how emerging concepts like agents and agentic UI are reshaping the future of test automation and what organizations can do today to move beyond manual testing. Learn more in the free masterclasses: https://xplusglobal.com/free-masterclasses-autonomous-regression-testing-for-dynamics-365-fscm/

April 10, 202610 min

Previewing Directions North America 2026 with Trish Boccuti

Directions North America 2026 begins on April 27. MSDW is a media partner of the event, and in preparation for the event, we sat down with event organizing team vice president and content chair Trish Boccuti to learn more about what attendees can expect throughout the week. This year's event builds on past Directions North America experiences, Trish tells us, but also expands the agenda. The organizers have made a concerted effort to offer content relevant to Dynamics GP partners who want to learn more about building a BC practice. And there will be a wealth of Microsoft-led sessions on all the latest product and channel topics. We also discuss some of the event experiences, including the Marketing Day on April 26, session highlights, and the event celebration on the final night. Links: Directions North America 2026: https://www.directionsna.com/conferences-and-events/directions-north-america-2026 MSDW's event hub: https://msdynamicsworld.com/directions-north-america-2026

April 8, 202616 min

How Flywire Is Rethinking A/R for Dynamics 365 Business Central

This episode is sponsored by Flywire. A/R teams running on Business Central are dealing with more invoices, more complexity, and less time to manage it. In this episode, we sit down with Caroline Broms from Flywire — the company behind Invoiced, an award-winning A/R platform trusted by finance teams worldwide — to discuss the company's recent work in the Microsoft ecosystem and learn about their outlook on continuing to improve the invoice-to-cash process for organizations. We discuss the origins of their new offering, Integration Studio, and what it means when a finance team finally owns is ERP integrations rather than relying on IT. Caroline also offers a glimpse at what's coming on the AI front and where listeners can find Flywire at in-person events this spring. Links & Resources Request a demo: flywire.com Integration Studio: https://www.invoiced.com/accounts-receivable/integrations Integration Studio docs: docs.invoiced.com/integration-studio Meet Flywire at Directions NA 2026 — ISV Lounge (April 27–29) DynamicsCon — May 12–15, 2026