-20 to -30%
less excess inventory
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MICROSOFT INTEGRATION
AI-powered planning for Microsoft ERP
numi connects Microsoft Dynamics and Business Central data with forecasting, inventory optimization, replenishment and operational purchasing workflows. Depending on the Microsoft system, we use standard APIs, customer-side interfaces or a shared import database.
Microsoft ERP connected
Microsoft ERP to numi
ERP source
Microsoft ERP
Item master
Inventory & warehouses
Sales orders
Purchase orders
Suppliers
Documents
Planning platform
numi
Microsoft Dynamics NAVBusiness Central
RESULTS WITH NUMI
+10 to +20%
fewer stockouts
-60%
less planning effort
2 Microsoft ERP systems
Dynamics & Business Central
CUSTOMER EXAMPLE
How companies extend Microsoft ERP with numi
pure11 and IOI use numi with Microsoft ERP to improve forecasting, inventory optimization, replenishment, supplier collaboration and document workflows operationally.
pure11 · Business CentralIOI · Dynamics
References with Microsoft ERP environments
Microsoft ERP
Dynamics NAV & Business Central
numi
Planning & optimization
pure11 + IOI
Microsoft ERP references
Forecasts, inventory, purchasing and documents in one operational planning workflow
Forecast demand more accurately
Optimize inventory and replenishment
Automate purchasing and documents
DEEP INTEGRATION
Connected directly to Microsoft ERP
numi synchronizes operational data from Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Business Central and makes it usable for forecasting, replenishment and inventory optimization. The connection model depends on your Microsoft ERP environment.
Dynamics NAV
Shared import database
numi
Data foundation validated
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Provide data from Microsoft ERP
For Dynamics NAV, we typically work with a shared import database. Your ERP or middleware team provides the relevant data, and numi handles validation, transformation and mapping into the planning model.
- Shared import database
- Customer-side data provisioning
- Mapping into the numi data model
- Validation and synchronization
Business Central
Microsoft APIs
Custom interfaces
numi
Data foundation validated
Today, 08:15
2
Connect Business Central via APIs
For Business Central, we use Microsoft’s standard API connectors where they cover the required data. For additional attributes or customer-specific fields, we support your IT team in preparing the right interfaces.
- Microsoft standard APIs
- Extensions for custom attributes
- Customer-side IT support
- Clean data foundation for planning
Service level 92%Purchasing
Suppliers
Documents
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Use planning results operationally
Once the data is connected, numi uses it for forecasting, inventory optimization, replenishment, shortage management, supplier collaboration and document automation.
- Forecasting and inventory optimization
- Replenishment planning
- Supplier and purchasing workflows
- Document automation
Two ways to connect Microsoft ERP
Dynamics NAVShared import database for operational ERP data.
Business CentralStandard APIs plus customer-specific interfaces for additional attributes.
MORE INTELLIGENCE, BETTER DECISIONS
What numi adds to Microsoft ERP
AI forecasting
More accurate forecasts based on historical orders, seasonality and movement data.
More about AI forecastingInventory optimization
Optimized target stock, safety stock and reorder points at SKU level.
More about Inventory optimizationReplenishment planning
Automated purchasing suggestions based on stock, demand, MOQ and lead time.
More about Replenishment planningShortage management
Detect critical items, shortages and operational risks earlier.
More about Shortage managementSupplier collaboration
Coordinate suppliers, track purchase orders and capture responses in a structured way.
More about Supplier collaborationDocument automation
Process incoming documents and reduce manual purchasing work.
More about Document automationMicrosoft ERP for processes. numi for planning.
Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Business Central remain the systems of record for items, orders and operational processes. numi uses this data to improve forecasting, inventory optimization, replenishment and operational decision-making.
System of record
In Microsoft ERP
Item master
Sales order management
Purchasing workflows
Inventory management
Documents
Synchronized data
Items, orders, inventory, suppliers and documents
Planning platform
In numi
Service level 92%
14 critical items
3 supplier risks
Planning
Forecasting
Inventory optimization
Replenishment
Operational control
Shortage management
Supplier collaboration
Document automation
Technical connection
Microsoft ERP integration
Automated sync jobs
Incremental updates
Document workflows
Purchasing workflows
Error logging
FROM DATA TO DECISIONS
From Microsoft ERP data to concrete planning recommendations
numi combines forecasts, inventory, open orders, supplier information and documents in one operational planning view. Teams can prioritize purchasing decisions, improve availability and reduce manual work.
See numi in action with Microsoft ERP data
Microsoft ERP + numi
1Prioritize purchasing decisions
2Improve availability
3Reduce manual work
Better Microsoft ERP planning in a few steps
Implementation complements existing Microsoft ERP processes. numi gradually brings forecasting, inventory optimization, replenishment and operational workflows into planning.
01
Define Microsoft ERP connection
Prepare Dynamics NAV through an import database or Business Central through APIs and customer-specific interfaces.
02
Provide and validate data
Synchronize items, inventory, orders, purchasing data and additional attributes.
03
Configure planning logic
Align forecasts, service levels and replenishment parameters.
04
Roll out workflows
Integrate purchasing, suppliers and document processes.
05
Use operationally
Improve inventory, increase availability and reduce manual effort.
Microsoft integration FAQ
Does numi support Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Business Central?
Yes. numi can connect with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Business Central environments. The technical connection depends on the system, data model and available interfaces.
How does numi connect to Dynamics NAV?
For Dynamics NAV, we typically use a shared import database. The customer provides the relevant Microsoft ERP data there, and numi handles validation, transformation and mapping into the planning model.
How does numi connect to Business Central?
For Business Central, we use Microsoft’s standard APIs where they cover the required data. For additional attributes or customer-specific fields, customer-side IT support may be needed.
Do we need internal IT resources?
Yes, usually some support is needed to prepare data sources, customer-specific attributes and interfaces. The effort depends on whether Dynamics NAV, Business Central or existing middleware is used.
Which data does numi process?
numi processes items, inventory, sales orders, purchase orders, suppliers, movement data, documents and additional planning-relevant attributes.
Does numi support document automation?
Yes. numi can support document processes and reduce manual work in purchasing and supplier workflows.
Ready to extend Microsoft ERP with numi?
See how numi turns your Microsoft ERP data into better forecasts, optimized inventory and faster operational decisions.
Prioritized decisions
LiveCritical item
Purchase order recommended
Supplier aligned
Document processed