Business Central’s built-in Planning Worksheet may be fine for basic planning needs, but supply chains today demand more. This blog explores how standard tools fall short in real-world planning and purchasing—and what features can make workflows faster, smarter, and more accurate.
This content is for users of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central who want to move beyond basic MRP. It highlights specific gaps in visibility, vendor intelligence, and multi-location coordination, showing how modern tools help improve accuracy and reduce manual friction.
What’s missing from the standard Planning Worksheet in Business Central?
The built-in worksheet does not offer visualization for supply and demand, nor does it unify all order types like standard, special, or drop shipment in one place. It also lacks user-specific views, in-line parameter editing, and vendor-related insights. These gaps limit decision-making and slow teams down.
How can planning teams improve decision speed and accuracy?
By using tools that display supply and demand in a clear dashboard and allow for in-place editing of SKUs and planning parameters, teams reduce the time spent validating data or switching screens. Better visibility means faster adjustments and fewer errors.
Why is vendor-driven planning important for purchasing?
Many purchasing strategies rely on hitting free shipping thresholds, minimum order values, or special vendor terms. Without visibility into those metrics, teams either overbuy or miss savings. Planning tools that account for vendor thresholds help align purchases with real-world requirements.
One post I found helpful dives deep into the topic and outlines practical options.
Disclosure: This content references a blog from Insight Works to help Business Central users improve their planning strategies. It is shared for educational purposes only.
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