- Environmental Sustainability Dashboard for Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009
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The Environmental sustainability dashboard for Microsoft Dynamics AX
2009 helps mid-sized companies and organizations evaluate and track their
energy consumption and greenhouse gas footprints. This dashboard will enable employees to
assess the risks that are associated with a carbon constrained economy and to
identify opportunities to increase efficiency that can deliver bottom-line cost
savings while pursuing socially responsible initiatives that can decrease
environmental impact.
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- Pre-Sales Demonstration Toolkit For Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009
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We are pleased to announce that the planned “Refresh 1” of the Pre-Sales Demonstration
Toolkit for Microsoft Dynamics® AX 2009 is now available for use by Microsoft partners.
The Virtual PC images in the toolkit contain an installation of
Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 and a range of integrations to Microsoft servers and
application software. The toolkit also contains demonstration scripts and
additional materials that can be used with the VPC.
In this updated release, you will find a range of additional
applications that will allow you to demonstrate key scenarios with Microsoft
Dynamics AX 2009, including:
- Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 Service Pack 1
- Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 Environmental Dashboard
- Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 SNAP Offline Expense Entry
- Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 SNAP Business Data Lookup, for Microsoft
Outlook, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
- Demand Planner 2.0 with Demand Planner Collaboration components
(includes Demand Planner sample data)
- Microsoft FRx 6.7 with Report Manager and additional tools (includes
FRx sample demo data).
- Microsoft Performance Point 2007 Management Reporter
- Microsoft System Center Operations Manager 2007, including a
pre-release of the Management Pack for Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009
Partners can find the VPC on this PartnerSource page: Link
- Benchmark Report on the Performance of Microsoft Dynamics NAV 5.0 SP1
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This report documents benchmark results that demonstrate the performance and scalability of Microsoft Dynamics NAV 5.0 SP1 with SQL Server 2005 when compared to Microsoft Dynamics NAV 5.0 SP1 with a native database.
This paper documents the test results that clearly show that Microsoft Dynamics® NAV 5.0 performs at a higher level with Microsoft® SQL Server than with a native database, and in particular SQL Server outperforms the other database at higher levels of concurrent use. Read more about how NAV 5.0 SP1 and SQL Server 2005 fully supports the ability to adapt to evolving business requirements.
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- Programmability in Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 - White Paper
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This white paper is for Technical Decision Makers and provides an overview of the wide range of possibilities offered by the programmability in Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009. You can find the white paper on PartnerSource.
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- Highlights Flyer for Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009
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Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 offers a breakthrough user experience and technology innovations that can simplify access to information,
improve organizational agility, streamline integration with a wide range of applications, enhance reporting, and maximize your investment in other Microsoft products and technologies. This flyer outlines the key benefits.
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- Updated Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 Developer and IT Pro Documentation
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We recently released updated Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 Developer and IT Pro documentation to the Web to make it easier for you to search and find information. You can find the updated Help in the MSDN Library . In addition, you can download this documentation from the Microsoft Download Center and update the developer Help that shipped with Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009. This update builds on the content that shipped with Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 and includes new or revised developer, installation, and administration topics around:
- The C/SIDE Reference
- How to develop for NAV, particularly explanations on the differences in developing for the two clients
- Updates and new content for Page Designer and File Handling topics
- Security for the RoleTailored client
We’re writing new content every day and plan to refresh the Download Center and the MSDN Library about every 3 months. Here’s how you can help us — we need your input on the content that you want to see in the next update. There are a couple of ways you can provide this feedback:
If you’re using local Help on your computer, click the “MSDN Documentation Feedback” link at the bottom of a topic. That sends your request by e-mail directly to our inboxes
If you’re using the MSDN Library, click “Click to Rate and Give Feedback” in the top right corner of a topic. That sends your rating and content request to a database of requests that we will review regularly
MSDN Library
Microsoft Download Center
- Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 Language Modules
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Language modules for Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 Group 1 were released on January 16, 2009. Please make sure you have the latest transformation tool and local database (packaged as a hotfix) before applying the language modules. You can read more about the issue with the transformation tool and local database on the link below.
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- Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 Upgrade Toolkit
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The upgrade toolkit for Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 Group 1 has been released. Please visit the Dynamics NAV 2009 download page on PartnerSource.
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- How Microsoft Dynamics Helps Customers Save Money
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Without a doubt, the current economic situation is a topic that is on your mind and your customers’ minds. The one question that is consistently being asked by our customers is, “How can Microsoft help save our company money?” Microsoft Dynamics solutions can help save customers money and we encourage you to be proactive in sharing these cost saving ideas with them.
With every problem an opportunity is always created for those companies that focus on serving the needs of their customers! Our opportunity is to work together and utilize these unique circumstances to demonstrate our business value by helping customers solve problems. On the link below you will find “Tools For Partners” and “Materials For Customers”, you can use to help you have conversations with your customers on how Microsoft can help them save money.
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- New Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 VPC Available for Download Now
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The Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 RTM VPC replaces all previous VPC’s. The build used for the RTM VPC image is the feature complete version of Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009. The VPC also contains Windows Server 2003 (SQL 2008, Office 2007), Employee Portal, Business Analytics, some mobile examples and an emulator, Outlook Synchronization and some Web service examples.
Download from PartnerSource.
Finally, do not forget that we have released a number of demo scripts to go with the VPC. Start already now to familiarize yourselves with the rich demo materials delivered with Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009:
Introduction to Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009
The Role Center
Payables
Prepayments
Fixed Assets
Documents Approval
Mobile Sales
Web Services Integration with InfoPath
Page Designer Step-by-Step guide and script
User Experience Configuration
- Partners Can Register Now for Directions EMEA 2009
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Partner registration is open for the second Directions EMEA event, sponsored by Microsoft Dynamics NAV and scheduled for April 1–4, 2009, in beautiful Barcelona. With a focus on VARs and ISVs, this year’s event includes an in-depth technical track and business track to help partners explore the latest trends and developments in the Microsoft Dynamics NAV Community. Plus there will be lots of networking opportunities. Those who register before February 16 qualify for the early bird fee of €650.
- Microsoft Dynamics NAV Dev Centre for Partners
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We’ve re-launched the Microsoft Dynamics NAV Developer Centre on MSDN. A portal for Microsoft Dynamics NAV ISVs and VARs, the Dev Centre links to new downloads, useful tools, Microsoft Dynamics NAV blogs, forums, training, and videos.
- Dynamics Partners Take Advantage of the Microsoft ROI Support Centre
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To close deals in today’s economic environment, it’s even more crucial to identify the precise business impact our solutions will have for each and every customer. The Microsoft ROI Support Center can help you and your partners clearly demonstrate the business impact of a Microsoft Dynamics solution. You’ll find the ROI tools, research, and training to develop a credible business case that confirms the business value of Microsoft products.
- Extended Support and Extended Hotfix Support are Now Available for Microsoft Dynamics® AX 3.0
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Extended Support will be available for Microsoft Dynamics AX 3.0 after Mainstream Support ends on January 13, 2009. Extended Support will be available until January 10, 2012. With this extension, Microsoft Dynamics AX 3.0 customers will benefit from the 10 years of support that is similar to the Support Lifecycle for other Microsoft Dynamics products.
We provide the following support during the Extended Support phase for Microsoft Dynamics AX 3.0:
- We will continue to provide security updates and paid support (Example: Premier and Essential support, per-incident telephone support and Web support, and so on)
- Customers will continue to have access to all Self-Help Online Support options (Example: Knowledge Base articles, online product information, and so on)
- Only customers who are enrolled in Extended Hotfix Support (EHS) can request tax and regulatory updates and non-security hotfixes. Per-fix fees will also apply.
Note: Extended Support will be provided for Microsoft Dynamics AX 3.0 only at a supported service pack level, per the Microsoft Support Lifecycle Policy on service packs.
More info here http://support.microsoft.com/gp/lifean37
- Updated White Paper! Building Industry Business Success on Microsoft Dynamics NAV
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This white paper describes the process and tools, which are available to build industry solutions based on Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
The document is intended for Microsoft Dynamics NAV partners who want to build an industry solution using their industry domain experience. In addition, value-added reseller partners who wish to learn more about the tools available to deliver customizations for end-customers will also benefit. This paper documents the practical processes and tools available for developing a vertical product with Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
After reading this white paper, readers will have a better understanding of:
- The product development process - building and promoting an industry solution for Microsoft Dynamics NAV
- The tools available with Microsoft Dynamics NAV to assist in the process
- What is required to package a vertical product for a chosen market segment
Download the white paper from PartnerSource:
Link.
