If you're familiar with Microsoft's ERP software, the name 'Navision' probably rings a bell as well. Chances are, however, that you have never heard of ‘Business Central’ before.
Originally, Navision was a suite of accounting applications created by a Danish software company and distributed in several European countries. In 2002, Microsoft acquired Navision as part of its business solutions for small to medium-sized companies.
In 2005, Microsoft rebranded the product and changed the name to Microsoft Dynamics NAV. Meanwhile however, the product had evolved from being a simple accounting software to a full-fledged ERP software, delivering integrated functionalities for:
In 2018, Dynamics NAV became part of Microsoft's Dynamics 365 universe and starts running under the name Business Central.
Dynamics 365 Business Central includes several new features, including an improved user interface, enhanced Excel integration, improved security, and greater compliance with the General Personal Data Regulation (GDPR).
Over the years, Navision has undergone significant developments. Here is a summarized overview of the versions over the years. Chances are, some of you might still be running older versions of the software.
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