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🚀 Why Now's the Time to Upgrade from Dynamics NAV to Business Central

  • Writer: Alex Hughes
    Alex Hughes
  • 12 minutes ago
  • 2 min read

Thinking About an Upgrade from Dynamics NAV? Here’s Why You Should.

Many UK businesses still rely on legacy versions of Dynamics NAV. But with mainstream support long gone and new features leaving NAV behind, holding off is becoming costly—not just technically, but competitively. Maybe now is the time to upgrade from Dynamics NAV.


Upgrading to Dynamics 365 Business Central unlocks:

  • Modern cloud access (no more server maintenance headaches 🙌)

  • Seamless integration with Microsoft 365, Power BI, and Teams

  • Regular updates that keep your ERP compliant and innovative


At Dynamics Fanatics, we help UK businesses move to the cloud with confidence—minimising disruption and maximising ROI.


“What Does the Upgrade Involve?”

Great question—and the answer depends on a few factors:

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  • Your current NAV version

  • How customised your system is

  • Whether you're moving on-prem to cloud, or staying local

  • Data you need migrated


But here’s the thing: it doesn’t have to be complicated—when you have the right partner.


At Dynamics Fanatics, we guide businesses through each step:

✅ Planning

✅ Licensing and environment selection

✅ Customisation review

✅ Data migration

✅ Testing and training

✅ Go-live and post-launch support


We don’t just handle the technical work—we work as an extension of your team to ensure a seamless, future-proof upgrade.



Why Not Just DIY the Upgrade?

While it’s possible to go it alone, many businesses run into:

  • Compatibility issues with older customisations

  • Data loss risks from improper migration

  • Unexpected costs from misconfigured environments

  • Downtime from insufficient testing or support


By working with certified Microsoft Dynamics experts (👋 that’s us!), you’ll save time, reduce risk, and gain peace of mind knowing the job’s done right—the first time.



UK-Specific Considerations

UK businesses must meet specific regulatory and localisation requirements—especially with upcoming HMRC changes and Microsoft’s 2025 updates. Business Central evolves to meet these standards, but only if your system is properly set up.


We're already supporting UK clients in getting Business Central ready, and we’d love to help you too.



What’s the ROI?

According to Forrester’s Total Economic Impact report, businesses upgrading to Business Central report:

  • 162% ROI over three years

  • Lower IT costs

  • Improved operational efficiency


Upgrading is not just a tech update—it’s a strategic move.



Ready to Explore Your Options?

Whether you’re on NAV 2013, 2016, or 2018, we can help map out a personalised, low-risk upgrade path. You don’t need to figure it all out—just start with a conversation.


👉 Let’s chat about your NAV upgrade.

Book a no-pressure discovery call with Dynamics Fanatics and find out how smooth your transition to Business Central can be.


Contact us today—and take the first step toward a smarter, more modern ERP.


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