Question 1

Is Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations an upgraded version of Dynamics AX?

Accepted Answer

Dynamics AX was the initial version of the dynamics family when Microsoft implemented Dynamics in its all-business application. Later, it was renamed Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations, and in 2020, the whole application split up into two different apps, i.e., Dynamics 365 Finance and Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management.

Question 2

What is the difference between AX and F&O licensing?

Accepted Answer

The licensing of Dynamics AX consists of four types: Essential, Functional, Task, and Service. And Dynamics F&O is available on a subscription basis with four licence types: Team Member, Full Member, Operations Activity, and Device.

Question 3

Does Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations have better reporting capabilities than AX?

Accepted Answer

Dynamics AX was a complicated business solution with a complicated user interface, a slow database, weak reporting, and much more. But, Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations is powerful in terms of creating and sharing reports with precise data insights.

Question 4

What are the cost differences between Dynamics AX and Dynamics 365 F&O?

Accepted Answer

Dynamics AX is totally based on company-premises deployment that needs a lot of resources, assets, and effort to set up with minimal errors. At the same time, Dynamics 365 F&O is a cloud-based solution with a monthly or annual subscription. When it comes to cost comparison, Dynamics AX is way higher as compared to Dynamics 365 F&O.

Question 5

Is Dynamics 365 Finance an upgraded version of D365 Finance and operations?

Accepted Answer

Upgraded would not be an accurate word for this. However, evolution would work great. Microsoft split the D365 F&O application into two separate apps: D365 Finance and D365 Supply Chain Management. Users can now access the necessary finance or supply chain capabilities without having to purchase an entire and costly application.

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