Dynamics 365 Business Central in Australia
Dynamics 365 Business Central is Microsoft's cloud ERP for small and mid-market businesses. Equerra is a Dynamics 365 partner with offices in Sydney, Wellington, and Auckland, delivering fixed-price Business Central implementations from $80,000, led by senior consultants with unlimited ongoing support. Financials, supply chain, manufacturing, and warehouse management on one connected Microsoft platform.
The ERP platform that grows with you
Business Central is Microsoft's cloud ERP for small to mid size businesses. It connects financials, supply chain, manufacturing, and warehouse management in a single platform that integrates natively with the Microsoft ecosystem you already use.
Cloud native platform
Business Central runs in Microsoft Azure. No servers to manage, automatic updates, and enterprise grade security. Access your business data from anywhere on any device.
Microsoft ecosystem
Native integration with Microsoft 365, Power BI, Power Automate, Teams, and Copilot. Your ERP connects directly to the productivity tools your team already uses every day.
Extensible architecture
Build on the platform with custom extensions and AppSource apps. Business Central's AL development language means customisations are upgrade safe and do not break when Microsoft releases updates.
Scalable licensing
Start with the users you need and add more as you grow. Business Central offers Essentials and Premium licensing tiers with team member licenses for light users who need read access or basic data entry.
Built in reporting
Financial reports, operational dashboards, and ad hoc analysis built into the platform. Connect Power BI for advanced visualisation and share insights across your organisation.
Global compliance
Localised for Australia and New Zealand with GST handling, ATO reporting, and bank format support. Multi currency and multi entity capabilities for businesses operating across borders.
Every Business Central implementation we deliver is fixed price. You know what you are paying before the project starts. No hourly billing. No surprise invoices.
Business Central modules we configure and deploy
We implement the full range of Business Central modules. Each implementation is tailored to your business. You only pay for the modules you need, configured to match how you actually work.
Financial Management
- General ledger with unlimited dimensions
- Accounts receivable and payable
- Bank reconciliation and cash management
- Fixed assets and depreciation
- Multi currency and intercompany transactions
- Financial reporting and budgeting
Supply Chain Management
- Purchase order management
- Vendor management and evaluation
- Inventory management with lot and serial tracking
- Demand planning and forecasting
- Item tracking and costing methods (FIFO, LIFO, average, standard)
- Returns and quality management
Manufacturing
- Production BOMs and routing
- Production orders (planned, firm, released)
- Capacity planning and scheduling
- Subcontracting management
- Output and scrap tracking
- Manufacturing costing and variance analysis
Warehouse Management
- Bin management and zone configuration
- Pick, put away, and movement workflows
- Directed put away and pick (advanced WMS)
- Barcode scanning integration
- Cross docking and break bulk
- Warehouse activity tracking and KPIs
Project Management
- Job costing and time tracking
- Project budgeting and forecasting
- Resource allocation and capacity
- WIP calculation and revenue recognition
- Progress invoicing
- Project profitability reporting
Sales and Service
- Sales order management and pricing
- Customer management and segmentation
- Blanket orders and recurring sales
- Service item management
- Service contracts and SLAs
- Sales reporting and pipeline visibility
How we deliver Business Central projects
Every implementation follows the same disciplined process. Fixed price, phased delivery, and a senior consultant who stays with you from the first meeting to ongoing support.
Discover and Scope
We spend time understanding your business processes, pain points, and goals. The output is a detailed scope document and fixed price proposal. You know exactly what you are getting and what it costs before any work begins.
Configure and Deliver
We configure Business Central to match your operations, migrate your data, build integrations, and train your team. Delivery is phased so each module goes live independently. Your team uses the system in production, not just in demos.
Support and Optimise
After go live, we provide unlimited ongoing support. No ticket caps, no hour limits. As your business changes, we adjust the system to match. Quarterly health checks ensure you are getting the most from the platform.
Migrate to Business Central from any platform
We have migrated businesses from every major accounting and ERP platform to Business Central. Each migration follows a structured process: data mapping, extraction, cleansing, test migration, validation, and cutover.
Current System
We map your existing data, processes, and integrations to build a complete picture of what needs to move.
Assessment
Gap analysis, data quality review, and migration strategy. We identify risks before they become problems.
Migration
Data extraction, cleansing, test migration, and validation. We run multiple test cycles before touching production.
Go Live
Cutover with your team trained and ready. We manage the transition so your operations continue without interruption.
Ongoing Support
Unlimited post migration support. We resolve issues, answer questions, and optimise the system as you settle in.
Current System
We map your existing data, processes, and integrations to build a complete picture of what needs to move.
Assessment
Gap analysis, data quality review, and migration strategy. We identify risks before they become problems.
Migration
Data extraction, cleansing, test migration, and validation. We run multiple test cycles before touching production.
Go Live
Cutover with your team trained and ready. We manage the transition so your operations continue without interruption.
Ongoing Support
Unlimited post migration support. We resolve issues, answer questions, and optimise the system as you settle in.
From MYOB
Migrate from MYOB AccountRight or MYOB Advanced to Business Central. We map your chart of accounts, migrate open transactions, and transfer customer, vendor, and item data with full validation.
From Xero
Move from Xero to Business Central when your business outgrows cloud accounting. We handle the data migration, set up advanced inventory and manufacturing modules, and train your team on the new platform.
From NAV (Navision)
Upgrade from Dynamics NAV to Business Central. This is a natural upgrade path within the Microsoft ecosystem. We migrate your data, customisations (where appropriate), and integrations to the modern cloud platform.
From GP (Great Plains)
Migrate from Dynamics GP to Business Central. GP is approaching end of mainstream support. We plan and execute the migration to Business Central, preserving your business logic and historical data.
From Sage
Move from Sage 50, Sage 300, or Sage X3 to Business Central. We map your existing processes, migrate your data, and configure Business Central to match how your business actually operates.
From Legacy or Custom Systems
Replace custom built or legacy ERP systems with Business Central. We handle the data extraction, cleansing, and migration regardless of your source system format.
Business Central vs Xero vs NetSuite vs SAP Business One
How Dynamics 365 Business Central compares to the other ERP and accounting platforms Australian businesses typically consider.
In short: Xero fits small Australian businesses that just need accounting, Business Central is the Microsoft ecosystem choice for small-to-mid-market with manufacturing and warehouse needs, NetSuite scales from mid-market to enterprise, and SAP Business One competes on production depth at a similar price point.
| Business Central | Xero | NetSuite | SAP Business One | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Target business size | Small to mid-market (5 to 300 users) | Small business (1 to 50 users) | Mid-market to enterprise | Small to mid-market |
| AU implementation cost | From AUD $80,000 (Equerra fixed price) | AUD $0 to $10,000 setup | From AUD $150,000+ | From AUD $60,000 |
| Manufacturing and warehouse | Native, with industry extensions | Limited, requires add-ons | Native, enterprise depth | Native, strong production |
| Microsoft 365 integration | Native (same platform) | Basic Outlook integration | Limited | Limited |
| Scale beyond 300 users | Upgrade path to D365 F&O | Not designed for it | Native at enterprise scale | Upgrade to SAP S/4HANA |
Beyond Business Central
Business Central is one product in the Dynamics 365 platform. We also implement Sales, Field Service, Customer Service, and Customer Insights. They all connect natively through Microsoft Dataverse.
Business Central built for your industry
We build purpose built extensions on top of Business Central for industries with complex operational requirements. Our F&B solutions handle catch weight inventory, lot traceability, yield management, and export compliance natively within the platform.
Every extension is built on standard Business Central architecture so it stays upgrade safe. You get industry specific functionality without sacrificing the core platform benefits.
Meat Processing
Kill floor data capture, yield tracking, grower settlements, export certification.
Seafood
Quota management, species tracking, catch weight processing, cold chain logistics.
Food Manufacturing
Recipe management, batch processing, quality control, allergen tracking.
Fresh Produce
Grower management, pack house operations, quality grading, shelf life tracking.
Common questions about Business Central
How much does Business Central implementation cost in Australia?
Dynamics 365 Business Central implementation in Australia typically costs between AUD $25,000 and AUD $250,000 depending on user count, modules, and complexity. At Equerra, projects start from AUD $80,000 as a fixed price including discovery, configuration, data migration, training, go-live, and unlimited ongoing support. Microsoft user licences are separate and start at AUD $119.70 per user per month for Essentials.
How long does implementation take?
Most implementations run between 3 and 6 months. Simpler deployments with core financials can go live in as little as 8 weeks. Complex multi site implementations with manufacturing and warehouse modules typically take 4 to 6 months. We phase delivery so you see value before the full project completes.
Can I migrate from MYOB to Business Central?
Yes. We regularly migrate businesses from MYOB, Xero, Sage, and other accounting platforms to Business Central. The migration includes chart of accounts, open transactions, customer and vendor records, item data, and historical data as needed. We validate everything before cutover to ensure accuracy. If you are comparing the two platforms, read our factual Dynamics 365 vs MYOB Acumatica comparison at equerra.com/resources/dynamics-365-vs-myob.
What is the difference between Business Central and Finance and Operations?
Business Central is designed for small to mid size businesses (typically 5 to 300 users) and covers financials, supply chain, manufacturing, and warehouse management. Finance and Operations (F&O) is built for large enterprises with complex multi entity, multi currency requirements. Most Australian businesses are best served by Business Central.
Do you offer fixed price implementations?
Yes. Every Equerra implementation is fixed price. We invest heavily in the discovery and scoping phase to ensure the price reflects the actual work required. If something changes during the project, we discuss it transparently and agree on any scope adjustments before proceeding.
What ongoing support do you provide?
We offer unlimited support plans that do not cap tickets or hours. When something needs attention, you contact us and we resolve it. Support includes system issues, user questions, configuration changes, and minor enhancements. We also provide quarterly system health checks and proactive recommendations.
Can Business Central handle catch weight and variable weight products?
Yes. This is one of our specialities. We have built extensions for Business Central that handle catch weight inventory, variable weight pricing, and lot tracked products. These are critical for Food and Beverage businesses dealing with meat, seafood, and fresh produce.
What if we outgrow Business Central?
Business Central scales well for businesses up to around 300 users. If you grow beyond that, Microsoft provides a clear upgrade path to Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations. Because both platforms share the Microsoft ecosystem, the transition preserves your investment in process design, integrations, and training.
Ready to implement Business Central?
Book a free discovery call. We will discuss your current systems, understand your requirements, and give you a clear picture of what implementation looks like for your business. Fixed price, no obligation.