Top New Features in Microsoft’s 2025 Release: What You Should Know
Microsoft’s latest Business Central update focuses on elevating the user experience and helping companies work more efficiently. Packed with fresh enhancements, Release Wave 1 introduces tools designed to streamline operations and deliver valuable insights. In this post, we’ll dive into three standout updates that your business can start leveraging today.
AI-Powered Summarization in Release Wave 1
Microsoft continues to push the boundaries of Business Central by embedding more artificial intelligence features. One exciting addition is the new Summarize tool, which highlights key details across various pages in your system. It also pulls related information from connected records, offering a fuller picture without the need for manual digging. Each summarized point links directly to the original record for quick navigation. Need a deeper dive? Simply click “Show more” and Copilot will fetch expanded information and even suggest next steps.
Seamless Integration with Dynamics 365 Field Service
Business Central now offers native integration with Dynamics 365 Field Service, making it easier to handle service operations and financial processes within a unified system. By selecting “Integration Type” as Service or Both, users can synchronize service orders, documents, lines, and more. This functionality allows you to manage inventory levels, monitor warehouse stock, and streamline service delivery across teams. Finance departments, managers, and on-the-ground technicians alike will find this update a major boost to operational efficiency.
Enhanced Power BI Reporting for Subscription Billing
The newest release also strengthens Business Central’s analytics capabilities through improved Power BI integration. Businesses can now generate robust reports focused specifically on subscription billing performance. These customizable reports provide insights into customer retention, sales efforts, and item performance. Key metrics like total contract value, revenue trends, and subscription overviews are now easier to track and visualize, empowering teams to make data-driven decisions with confidence.
Next Steps
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