Webinar:
Expert Session - Mastering Business Central Implementation Methodology

1 Days / Expert

Berny Düring

Calendar

	Date	Price

Webinar	18/05/2026 (15:00 - 16:30 CET/CEST)	€ 75,00	Register
Webinar	20/07/2026 (15:00 - 16:30 CET/CEST)	€ 75,00	Register

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Content

1 - Introduction to Business Central Implementation Methodology
- Overview of SDLC and its relevance to Business Central implementations.
- The importance of a structured approach in successful deployments.
- Overview of the old Navision Implementation methodology.
- The importance of upfront training, and involvement of the customer upfront in the implementation process.
2 - Phase 1: Analysis
- Understanding business requirements and gathering data.
- The role of workshops, documentation, and stakeholder alignment.
- The role of the Functional Requirements Document.
3 - Phase 2: Design
- Translating requirements into a technical and functional design.
- Involving Super Users and key stakeholders to ensure alignment.
4 - Phase 3: Development
- Coding, configuration, and customizations within Business Central.
- Best practices for maintaining quality and minimizing rework.
- A look at the role of Development and Customization during an implementation, and the evaluation of the need for Development.
5 - Phase 4: Testing
- Types of testing: unit testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and integration testing.
- Strategies for effective test planning and execution.
- Testing tools available to us to use during this phase.
6 - Phase 5: Deployment
- The go-live process and critical steps for a smooth transition.
- Change management and user training as essential components.
7 - Phase 6: Maintenance
- Post-implementation support and ongoing system optimization.
- Role of feedback loops and continuous improvement.
8 - Lessons Learned and Best Practices
- Sharing of real-world experiences from successful and challenging implementations.
- Practical tips and advice from the trenches.
9 - Q&A and Next Steps
- Open floor for questions and discussion.
- Recap of key takeaways and recommendations for further learning.

What is covered by this Business Central webinar?

Getting a Business Central implementation right takes more than technical knowledge — it takes a proven methodology. This session takes you through the full implementation lifecycle, from the first stakeholder conversation to post-go-live support, giving you a clear and practical framework you can apply on your next project.

Whether you are stepping into your first implementation or looking to sharpen an approach built on years of experience, this session brings structure to the complexity. Each phase is covered in depth, with attention to the decisions, documents, and dynamics that determine whether a project lands smoothly or runs into trouble. Real-world lessons from both successful and challenging implementations are woven throughout, giving you honest, practical insight rather than textbook theory.

Who should take this course?

Functional consultants, project leads, and implementation professionals working with Business Central who want to strengthen their methodology and avoid common pitfalls.