Becoming a Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate

Book excerpt: Learn the essential supply chain management concepts and processes within Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management to become a skilled functional consultant Key Features Learn how to set up and manage core supply chain flows such as procure to pay and order to cash Create robust warehouse and transport management process flows and learn how to optimize them Plan and schedule all your supply chain tasks with planning optimization techniques to maximize resource efficiency Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionMeeting delivery commitments has become increasingly challenging due to evolving demands and fluctuating material availability. As a result, establishing robust systems and processes that can adapt to this dynamic environment has become a necessity. With Becoming a Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate, you’ll understand how to initiate and implement effective supply chain management processes. This book begins with an overview of the processes and modules within Dynamics 365 and then delves into real-life case studies involving procurement, sales, and quality assurance. You’ll explore more advanced tools and core processes, such as warehouse and transportation management, which allows you to define storage flows and shipping controls. You’ll also learn about the various tools available to define solutions and discover how to work within the Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management platform. The last set of chapters will take you through the planning techniques and considerations to schedule and control all supply process flows seamlessly. By the end of this book, you’ll not only be well-prepared to obtain your certification as a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate but also be equipped to solidify your expertise and pursue exciting career opportunities.What you will learn Understand the scope of the Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management platform Find out how to define an effective strategy to set up and control products and inventory Implement core supply chain flows such as procure to pay and order to cash successfully Discover how to comply with quality assurance controls Define and optimize warehouse management flows and transport management shipping Plan and schedule all your replenishments with master planning Who this book is forThis book is for solution consultants working with Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management or IT professionals looking to gain expertise in supply chain management using Dynamics 365. Business users looking to learn about supply chain concepts will also find lots of useful information in this book. Basic knowledge of supply chain processes is needed to make the most of this book.