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Faced with non-payment, prudence dictates reclassifying the receivable as a doubtful debt (Allowance for Doubtful Account) as soon as the risk arises. This crucial step is accompanied by a provision (FR6817 GB8100 IT12.05.01 Bad Debt Expense account / FR491 GB1190 IT04.01.09 Provision for Doubtful Debts, calculated on the net amount (excluding VAT), allowing for an immediate reduction in taxable income. In Business Central, this management requires precise configuration to isolate these assets without triggering premature VAT.

This article presents my method for structuring an ERP budget based on functional domains, sprints, and phases (analysis, setup, etc.). It compares budget entries to actual data via Excel, using a compound code (domain-sprint-phase) and the SUMIFS function, which provides a precise 3D dashboard to anticipate variances and manage ongoing projects.

This article deconstructs the Business Central costing engine, from the critical choice of costing methods (FIFO, Average, Standard, Specific) to the inventory posting setup. It explains how the system physically links flows via the Item Application Entry table and why inventory value is a "living" data point that continuously refines itself until the final period closing.

Inventory valuation is a trade-off between balance sheet image and cash health. Choosing a method (FIFO, Average, Standard) directly impacts taxes and cash flow. Business Central automates these flows, but the strategy is human: should you appear wealthy or preserve cash to reinvest? The key lies in finding the right balance between theoretical profit and real liquidity.

Does entrusting your ERP to the Cloud seem scary? Yet, Business Central is a fortress. Microsoft invests $20B in it: encryption, isolation, and AI monitoring secure your data 24/7. A level of protection unattainable on-premise, provided you manage your access well (MFA).

​An invitation to disconnect and savor the luxury of being present for yourself and others. A message of gratitude to my network and colleagues to celebrate the journey of 2025 and to wish you all a wonderful 2026! ​Virgile Petrantoni

Perfectionism and rigidity hinder project success and well-being. This guide helps managers embrace mistakes and adopt a flexible mindset to transform these obstacles into drivers of performance and team innovation.

The article explains that a project manager's success in the face of pressure depends on their interpretation of facts, not on reality itself. It proposes the alliance of Cognitive-Behavioral Approach - CBA to restructure thoughts (ABCDE model) and Self-Efficacy - Albert Bandura, to strengthen confidence and action. The goal is to break the vicious cycle of exhaustion by focusing on what can be changed (Internal Locus of Control) and cultivating small victories for a positive dynamic.

The article explains the use of configuration packages and Excel XML mapping for data migration in Dynamics 365 Business Central. These tools accelerate and standardize the migration of tables and parameters. It details the creation and deployment of packages, dependency management, validation, and how to modify XML mapping for client files.

The article explains the use of configuration packages for data migration in Dynamics 365 Business Central. These tools accelerate and standardize the migration of tables and parameters. It details the creation and deployment of packages, dependency management, validation, and how to modify XML mapping for client files.