Azure Integration with Business Central
Design scalable, secure and enterprise-ready integration architecture using Microsoft Azure alongside Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Why Azure Integration Matters for Business Central
As businesses grow, integration landscapes become more complex. New systems are introduced, transaction volumes increase and point-to-point integrations become difficult to manage.
Without structured orchestration:
Integrations fail without visibility
API limits are exceeded
Data flows become fragile
Monitoring is inconsistent
Scalability becomes restricted
Security risks increase
Business Central may sit at the operational core — but Azure provides the orchestration layer that enables controlled, scalable integration across multiple systems.
What Azure–Business Central Integration Enables
A structured Azure-based architecture can support:
Centralised middleware orchestration
Message-based system communication
API management and endpoint control
Scalable high-volume data processing
Structured monitoring and logging
Secure authentication via Azure Active Directory
Integration with third-party and legacy systems
The objective is resilience, scalability and governance.
Azure Integration Components
Depending on architecture, integrations may use:
Azure Logic Apps
For workflow orchestration and cross-system integration.
Azure Service Bus
For message-based communication and queue management.
Azure API Management
For structured endpoint governance and security.
Azure Functions
For serverless processing and custom logic.
Azure Monitor & Application Insights
For logging, diagnostics and error monitoring.
These services allow Business Central to operate within a controlled integration ecosystem.
Important Considerations for Azure Integrations
Scalability & Performance
Designing for future transaction growth.
Monitoring & Observability
Ensuring integration failures are visible and recoverable.
Security & Identity
Aligning authentication across systems via Azure Active Directory.
Data Governance
Maintaining Business Central as system of record.
Cost Optimisation
Structuring Azure services efficiently to avoid unnecessary overhead.
Azure integration is about long-term architecture — not quick connectivity.
People Also Ask
When should Azure be used instead of Power Automate?
Azure is typically recommended for high-volume, complex or enterprise-scale integrations requiring structured orchestration.
Is middleware necessary for all integrations?
Not always — but middleware improves scalability and monitoring in multi-system environments.
Can Azure handle real-time integration?
Yes — event-driven architectures are commonly implemented using Azure services.
How are integration failures monitored?
Azure Monitor and logging services provide structured diagnostics and visibility.
Does this support legacy systems?
Yes — Azure middleware can facilitate integration between Business Central and legacy platforms.
Planning a Scalable Integration Architecture?
If your Business Central environment connects to multiple systems or handles high transaction volumes, Azure-based integration provides the structure and resilience required for long-term growth.
Book a consultation to review your integration architecture and scalability requirements.
