Professional Dynamics NAV to Business Central Migration Services
Professional Dynamics NAV to Business Central Migration Services
If you’re still using Dynamics NAV, you already know the power of a Microsoft ERP solution. But with Microsoft encouraging NAV users to transition to Business Central, the question isn’t whether to migrate—it’s when and how. If you’re searching for Dynamics NAV to Business Central migration services, Harwood Consulting is here to guide you through every step.
Our team of certified consultants has helped businesses across Tampa Bay and Central Florida successfully migrate from Dynamics NAV to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. We ensure your data is preserved, your customizations are handled appropriately, and your business continues running throughout the transition.
Why Migrate from Dynamics NAV to Business Central?
Dynamics NAV has served businesses well for decades, but Business Central represents the future of Microsoft ERP. Here’s why migration makes sense.
Modern, Cloud-First Platform
Business Central is built on a modern, cloud-first architecture. This means automatic updates, better security, and access to the latest features without costly upgrades.
Seamless Integration with Microsoft 365
Business Central integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365, Teams, Power Platform, and other Microsoft tools. This improves productivity and data consistency across your organization.
Lower Total Cost of Ownership
Business Central’s cloud model reduces IT infrastructure costs, maintenance overhead, and the need for specialized on-premises staff. You pay for what you use and scale as you grow.
Access to New Features
Business Central receives regular feature updates from Microsoft. You get access to new capabilities like AI-driven insights, improved reporting, and enhanced user experiences.
Future-Proof Your Business
Microsoft is investing heavily in Business Central while Dynamics NAV is in maintenance mode. Migrating now ensures you’re on a platform that will continue to evolve with your business.
Why Choose Harwood Consulting for Your NAV to Business Central Migration?
Harwood Consulting stands out from other migration providers. Here’s why businesses trust us.
Microsoft Silver Certified Partner. Our engineering staff has passed the rigorous Microsoft Silver Certification exams. This gives us a step above the competition.
100+ Years of Combined Experience. Our professional staff has over 100 years of cumulative experience. This includes software development, accounting systems, and ERP implementations.
NAV Expertise. We have deep experience with Dynamics NAV, including its data structures, customizations, and upgrade paths. We understand the unique challenges of NAV migration.
Tampa Bay Focus, National Reach. Since 1991, Harwood Consulting has served businesses in the Tampa Bay area, nationally, and internationally. We serve clients in the Caribbean and Cayman Islands as well.
Plain English Communication. We speak in plain English, not technical jargon. Our consultants explain complex concepts in ways that make sense for business decision-makers.
Comprehensive Services. Beyond migration, we offer ERP Consulting Services, ERP Implementation Services, and ERP Support Services to support your entire ERP journey.
The Dynamics NAV to Business Central Migration Process
Phase 1: Assessment and Planning
We begin by understanding your current NAV system, customizations, and business processes. We identify what needs to be migrated and plan the migration approach.
What to expect: System review, data inventory, customization assessment, migration planning, and timeline development.
Phase 2: Data Cleansing and Preparation
Before migration, we help you cleanse your data to remove duplicates, correct errors, and archive unnecessary information. This ensures only clean, relevant data moves to Business Central.
What to expect: Data review, duplicate identification, error correction, and data preparation.
Phase 3: Customization Review
Dynamics NAV often includes customizations built specifically for your business. We review these customizations and determine which can be migrated, which need to be rebuilt, and which can be replaced by standard Business Central features.
What to expect: Customization inventory, functionality assessment, migration or rebuild planning, and testing.
Phase 4: Migration Execution
We execute the migration using proven tools and methodologies. We ensure your data is transferred accurately and completely.
What to expect: Data extraction from NAV, transformation to Business Central format, loading, and validation.
Phase 5: Testing and Validation
After migration, we test the system to ensure everything works as expected. We validate data integrity and system functionality.
What to expect: System testing, data validation, user acceptance testing, and issue resolution.
Phase 6: Training and Go-Live
We provide role-based training to ensure your team is confident and productive with Business Central. We support you through the go-live period and beyond.
What to expect: Role-based training, go-live support, issue resolution, and ongoing guidance.
Areas We Serve
Harwood Consulting proudly provides Dynamics NAV to Business Central migration services throughout the Tampa Bay area and Central Florida. We serve the following locations:
In addition to these locations, Harwood Consulting serves clients nationally and internationally, including the Caribbean and Cayman Islands. If you don’t see your location listed, please contact us. We may still be able to serve your area.
Related Services
In addition to Dynamics NAV to Business Central migration, Harwood Consulting offers comprehensive services across the Microsoft ecosystem:
Frequently Asked Questions About NAV to Business Central Migration
What is the difference between Dynamics NAV and Business Central?
Business Central is the modern, cloud-first evolution of Dynamics NAV. It offers a modern interface, seamless integration with Microsoft 365 and Power Platform, and automatic updates through a SaaS model. NAV is in maintenance mode, while Business Central receives regular feature updates.
Can I migrate my NAV customizations to Business Central?
Many NAV customizations can be migrated or rebuilt in Business Central. We review your customizations and determine the best approach for each one.
How long does a NAV to Business Central migration take?
Timelines vary depending on the complexity of your NAV system, customizations, and data. We provide a realistic timeline during your consultation.
Will my business operations be disrupted during migration?
We plan migrations carefully to minimize business disruption. We often perform migrations during off-hours or weekends.
Do I need to migrate all at once?
We can plan a phased migration approach if that works better for your business. We’ll discuss options during your consultation.
What happens to my historical NAV data?
We migrate your historical data to Business Central so you maintain full visibility into your business performance.
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Locations Served
Harwood Consulting has been providing companies in the Tampa Bay area as well as nationally and internationally including the Caribbean and Cayman Islands with tailored business management resource solutions for accounting, ERP, human resources and payroll, fixed assets management, contact management, warehouse management and manufacturing since 1991.