If you’re looking for an in-depth Microsoft Dynamics 365 manufacturing demo, you’ve come to the right place. Finding the right ERP system isn’t easy—especially for manufacturers juggling tight deadlines, rising costs, and constant changes in demand. If you’re running a job shop, MTO, or ETO operation, you know how important it is to have a system that fits the way you actually work.
That’s where Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central comes in. It’s built with manufacturers in mind and designed to help you stay on top of production, keep your inventory in check, and make smarter decisions with real-time data.
In our Microsoft Dynamics 365 manufacturing demo, we walk through real examples that show how Business Central handles everyday challenges on the shop floor and beyond.
Watch the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Manufacturing Demo
See Business Central’s manufacturing features in action in this free demo video:
In under 15 minutes, you’ll learn how Business Central can support your production workflows from start to finish, including:
- Setting up production BOMs and routings
- Creating and releasing production orders
- Recording consumption and output
- Running MRP with the Planning Worksheet
- Reviewing job costing and variance
- Managing purchasing and replenishment
By the end of the demo, you’ll have a better understanding of how Business Central supports real-world manufacturing needs and helps reduce complexity across your operations.
Why Choose Business Central for Manufacturing?
Unlike generic ERP systems that bolt on manufacturing features as an afterthought, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central includes deeply integrated, purpose-built manufacturing capabilities.
Whether you’re managing custom builds, repetitive production, or complex multi-level assemblies, Business Central provides the tools to:
- Automate manual processes and reduce data entry
- Gain end-to-end visibility into your supply chain and shop floor
- Leverage real-time data to improve planning and decision-making
- Scale with your business as your operations grow
Many competitors require expensive add-ons or third-party integrations to achieve what Business Central does out of the box—especially when it comes to managing production alongside inventory, purchasing, finance, and sales.
Common Manufacturing Scenarios Supported
Business Central is flexible enough to support a wide range of manufacturing business models:
Job Shops
Manage highly customized work with small batches and quick turnaround times. Schedule jobs, track material usage, and stay on top of project costs.
Make-to-Order (MTO)
Build products to customer specifications. Automate production orders from sales quotes and maintain lean inventory with just-in-time planning.
Engineer-to-Order (ETO)
Coordinate design, engineering, and production workflows. Manage version-controlled BOMs and align project costs with manufacturing stages.
Discrete and Assembly Manufacturing
Support multi-level assemblies with detailed routings and BOMs. Monitor work center capacity and automate backflushing of components.
Light Repetitive Manufacturing
Simplify recurring production schedules with easy order generation and low-overhead planning.
Key Benefits of Implementing Business Central for Manufacturing
Implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central gives manufacturers a competitive edge by connecting teams, improving accuracy, and unlocking operational efficiency.
Financial Control
- Accurate Job Costing: Track materials, labor, subcontracting, and overhead in real time.
- Improved Profitability: Identify cost overruns early and prevent margin erosion.
Operational Efficiency
- Streamlined Production: Automatically generate production orders based on sales demand or forecasts.
- Reduced Waste: Better demand planning means fewer unused materials and stockouts.
- Automation: Use workflows, barcoding, and scanning tools to cut down on manual processes.
Visibility & Insight
- Real-Time Dashboards: View KPIs like work center load, material variances, and job status.
- Predictive Planning: Use historical trends and demand forecasting to improve MRP outcomes.
Inventory Optimization
- Align inventory levels with production schedules. Reduce carrying costs and avoid shortages with smarter replenishment rules.
Learn More About Business Central for Manufacturers
Looking to dig deeper into how Business Central supports manufacturing operations? Check out the following resources:
- Explore Our Microsoft Dynamics 365 Manufacturing Page
Learn how Sabre Limited helps manufacturers implement and optimize Business Central.
- Learn About Business Central Pricing
Read about fixed fee implementations and monthly license subscription costs.
- Full Guide: Dynamics 365 Business Central Manufacturing Modules
Dive deep into the modules and features relevant to manufacturing.
- Free Microsoft Training Course
If you’re looking to dig deeper, Microsoft offers a free course called Get Started with Manufacturing in Dynamics 365 Business Central. It’s geared toward intermediate users and covers the basics in four bite-sized modules—start to finish, it takes about 4.5 hours.
Still have questions? Want to see how Business Central could work for your manufacturing business? We’d be happy to walk you through it—just get in touch with us to book a free Microsoft Dynamics 365 manufacturing demo.
