Dynamics ERP Partners
Focused On Technology/Software
Updated November 2026
Which Microsoft Dynamics ERP is best for software and technology companies?
Microsoft offers two Dynamics 365 ERP products that handle recurring revenue. Dynamics 365 Business Central fits most small and midsize software, SaaS and IT services companies: its built-in Subscription Billing manages customer and vendor subscription contracts, recurring invoices, usage-based billing and deferral posting of revenue and cost (Microsoft Learn: subscription billing). Dynamics 365 Finance fits larger or multi-entity technology companies. Its Subscription billing adds multiple element revenue allocation for bundled licenses, services and support, designed to comply with ASC 606 and IFRS 15 (Microsoft Learn: Finance subscription billing).
| Business Central | Dynamics 365 Finance | |
| Typical fit | Small and midsize SaaS, software resellers, managed service and IT services providers | Midsize to enterprise software companies, multiple legal entities and currencies |
| Recurring billing | Subscription contracts, billing templates, billing periods and notice periods | Recurring contract billing with price management, renewals and consolidated invoicing |
| Billing model | Fixed recurring, or usage-based from imported usage data | Billing schedules, billed and recognized at line level |
| Revenue | Contract deferrals posted to the general ledger | Revenue and expense deferrals plus multiple element revenue allocation (ASC 606 / IFRS 15) |
| US list price | $80 per user/month Essentials ($110 Premium) | $210 per user/month ($300 for Finance Premium) |
Prices are Microsoft's US list prices, paid yearly, from the Business Central pricing page and the Dynamics 365 Finance pricing page. A partner quote will add implementation, add-ons and support.
The partners below are Microsoft Dynamics ERP partners with technology and software experience who publish on the ERP Software Blog. For our editorial picks, see the Best Microsoft Dynamics ERP Partners for Professional and Financial Services and the Best Microsoft Dynamics ERP Financial Management Tools.
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 Dynamics GP |
 Dynamics SL |
 Dynamics 365 Business Central |
 Dynamics NAV |
 Dynamics AX |
 Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations |
| Company Name | Focus | Case Study |
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360 Visibility View Profile |
business central erp, business central features, business central implementation, dynamics 365 business central., dynamics gp business essentials, microsoft accounting software, microsoft business applications, microsoft dynamics for non profit, microsoft dynamics reseller, microsoft erp software | Case Study |
Add On Partners
Focused On Technology/Software
Review this directory to find companies with proven expertise working with companies like yours. Keep in mind that these partners may focus on additional industries, so review their profile for full information.| Company Name | Focus | Case Study |
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Sycor Americas View Profile |
Equipment Rental ERP, Equipment Rental Software, ERP Rental Software, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Integration, Microsoft Rental Equipment Software, Preventive Maintenance & Service Tracking, Rental Asset Management, Rental ERP, Scalable ERP Rental Solution, Self-Service Customer Portal | Case Study |
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MetaViewer from Metafile View Profile |
Accounts Payable, AP Automation solution, Document Management, Dynamics ERP Add-on, Finance, Spend Management | Case Study |
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Tensoft, Inc. View Profile |
BESP Revenue Recognition, Fabless ERP and Supply Chain Software, Recurring Billing Software, Revenue Recognition, Revenue Recognition Software, SAAS Revenue Recognition, SAAS Revenue Recognition Software, Semiconductor Manufacturing, Semiconductor Software, Subscription Economy | Case Study |
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Solver, Inc. View Profile |
Budgeting, Business Intelligence, Consolidations, Dashboards, Data Warehouse, Financial Reporting | Case Study |
How do you choose between Business Central and Dynamics 365 Finance?
Business Central's subscription billing covers the common SaaS case: a customer buys a plan, gets invoiced every month or year, and revenue is deferred over the service period. Look harder at Dynamics 365 Finance when one or more of these is true:
- You sell bundles of licenses, implementation, support and hardware and must allocate revenue across elements.
- You run many legal entities in several countries and currencies on one platform.
- Your auditors expect line-level revenue recognition tied to billing schedules.
- Your billing volume or contract complexity has outgrown add-ons and spreadsheets. See where subscription billing in Dynamics 365 F&O hits a wall.
If none of these apply, Business Central usually costs less to license and implement. Many software companies extend its standard subscription billing with partner add-ons rather than move to Finance. See advanced subscription billing beyond the Business Central core.
What software and SaaS features should a Dynamics ERP include?
- Subscription contracts with automated billing periods, renewals and notice periods.
- Usage-based billing that imports usage data, calculates prices and issues credits for unused quantities (Microsoft Learn: usage-based billing).
- Revenue deferrals that recognize income over the service period instead of at invoice.
- Multiple element revenue allocation if you sell bundles under ASC 606. See advanced revenue recognition in Dynamics Finance: 3 use cases.
- SaaS metrics such as monthly recurring revenue and churn. Business Central's Power BI Subscription Billing app reports both.
- Project accounting for implementation and professional services revenue, with time sheets and WIP.
Frequently asked questions
Does Business Central have built-in subscription billing?
Yes. Subscription Billing is part of Business Central. You set up items with subscription packages; when the item ships, a subscription is created and its subscription lines are assigned to a customer subscription contract for recurring invoicing. Posting contract invoices creates deferrals that you post to the general ledger to recognize revenue. Read is your subscription billing in D365 Finance holding you back? for the Finance side.
Can I use Finance subscription billing and revenue recognition together?
Not both features at once. In Dynamics 365 Finance, you turn on Subscription billing in Feature management, but Microsoft states it cannot be used with the separate Revenue recognition feature; you must disable Revenue recognition first. Subscription billing has three modules: recurring contract billing, revenue and expense deferrals, and multiple element revenue allocation, which you can use separately or together.
Is Business Central a good fit for a SaaS startup?
Often, yes. It combines financials, subscription billing, multicurrency and consolidation in one cloud ERP, and Essentials starts at $80 per user/month. The main questions are contract complexity and how revenue is recognized on bundles. See B2B vs B2C SaaS revenue management.
What is the path for Dynamics GP and NAV software companies?
Microsoft's path for Dynamics NAV and GP users is Business Central, and for Dynamics AX users it is Dynamics 365 Finance. Many of the partners listed above specialize in those migrations.