Agenda for Dynaway Connect
NOTE:We are in the process of expanding and crafting agenda for 2025 to offer even more comprehensive experience. This expansion will include additional sessions and the introduction of a new track to provide a wider range of topics and content for our participants.
Below, you can see the Agenda from 2025 that will provides 3 tracks distributed over 2 days and covering different topics in connection to Asset Maintenance within Microsoft Dynamics Finance & Supply Chain Management and Business Central.
Elevate Your Expertise with Training & Ask The Expert Sessions l FSCM
With the VIP Ticket, you will have access to specialized Training & Ask the expert sessions designed to take your expertise to the next level. The courses will be tailored to provide deep dives into key areas of Asset Management, equipping you with advanced skills and knowledge that you can directly apply to your organization.
This session is a unique opportunity to get access to four of the most knowledgeable experts in the industry of Dynamics Asset Management.
9:00–9:45: WO planning - Training and ask the expert session
- Trainers: Thomas Krogh and Morten Blach Bentzen
09: 45- 10:30: Work order scheduling Training and ask the expert session
- Trainers: Lucinda Worden and Morten Blach Bentzen
10:30–10:45: Break
10:45- 11:30: Maintenance checklist features - Training and ask the expert session
- Trainers: Claus Holm Nielsen and Thomas Krogh
11:30 - 12:00: Spare parts handling - Training and ask the expert session
- Trainers: Lucinda Worden and Claus Holm Nielsen
Afternoon Session (1:00 PM–03:00 PM)
1:00 - 1:55: Data manipulation tools for restructuring data - Training and ask the expert session
- Trainers: Claus Holm Nielsen and Morten Blach Bentzen
2:00 - 3:00: Maintenance insight for data administrators - Training and ask the expert session
- Trainers: Lucinda Worden and Thomas Krogh
Thomas Krogh
Lucinda Worden
Claus Holm Nielsen
Morten Blach Bentzen
Dynaway EAM inside Business Central Training
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Overview of Dynaway applications available on AppSource.
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Key benefits of using Dynaway in Dynamics 365 Business Central.
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Installation and upgrade process.
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Managing Dynaway licenses and user permissions.
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Assisted Setup functionalities.
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Setting up asset management in Dynaway EAM.
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Managing assets: Asset transfers and defects.
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Handling downtimes and managing counters and measurements.
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Measurement registration using Business Central and PowerAutomate.
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Setting up work order management.
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Preventive vs. corrective maintenance.
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Registering maintenance requests via Business Central, API, and PowerApp.
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Reports in Power BI
Krzysztof Bialowas
Registration and Check-in
Welcome Reception
Kickstart Dynaway Connect 2025 with our Welcome Reception. It's the perfect opportunity to mingle, network, and begin forging connections that will shape the conference ahead.
Registration and Check-in
Welcome to Dynaway CONNECT
Join us for an exciting journey of insights, innovation, and collaboration at Dynaway CONNECT. In this brief 15-minute introduction, we'll set the stage for an enriching experience ahead.
Ulrich Kærgaard
Confidence Through Connections
Bobby Small
Keynote: Driving Maintenance Excellence with Dynamics 365: Insights, Innovations, and the Future of SCM
Raghav Jandhyala
Keynote: Why is Dynamics 365 Business Central the fastest growing SMB ERP in the world?
Tony Qian
Maintenance Planning & Scheduling
Ricky Smith
Mastering Work Order Scheduling with Dynaway Planning Board
Join our session dedicated to mastering the work order scheduling process using the Dynaway Planning Board. Explore how to unlock the full potential of the Planning Board, gaining insights into best practices and strategies to optimize your operations. Learn the essential skills to streamline work order scheduling and enhance efficiency in this session.
Morten Blach Bentzen
IoT, ML and AI in Asset Intensive Industries
In this session, we will explore the journey of connected asset management designed for asset-intensive industries. The focus will be on driving resilience, efficiency, and risk management by effectively integrating Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) devices with current asset management systems. Attendees will learn about practical set up steps, hear real customer success stories, and experience a live demonstration of CoGo’s technology, illustrating how it generates immediate, data-driven insights.
Andrew Pruett
Lunch Break
Fleet Preventative Maintenance
James Moore
The Power of Analytics: Proven Insights for Compliance and Uptime
Discover the latest features of Dynaway Analytics in this in-depth session, including tools to enhance compliance tracking and reliability management. Explore real customer dashboard examples showcasing how they’ve documented avoided downtime, achieved significant improvements in compliance, and enhanced the overall health of their assets—all powered by Dynaway Analytics. Gain practical insights to optimize your operations and drive measurable results.
Ulrik Pedersen
Finance aspects of Asset Management
Magdalena Dygas
Energy & Utility Case l Analytics
D365 Asset Management
Mike Mason
BC l Customer Case
Manufacturing Insights
Robert Jollife
Special Round Table: Direct Insights with the Microsoft's Product Manager
Join us for an exclusive round table discussion with Microsoft's Product Manager for Asset Management, Jonas Siddiqi Dahl, supported by Dynaway's Thomas Krogh. This session offers a unique opportunity to engage in sparring, open debate, and interactive discussions with industry experts. Our focus will be on less presenting and more discussion, ensuring that attendees can actively participate and share their insights.
Interaction is key to this session. We invite attendees to suggest topics ahead of the round table, allowing us to tailor the discussion to the most relevant and pressing issues. Additionally, questions from the audience will be received in advance and during the roundtable to foster an open dialogue. Our objective is to create a positive and engaging experience for our customers, ensuring that your feedback is heard and considered in our product roadmap. Don't miss this chance to influence the future of our Microsoft Asset Management target investments while connecting with peers in the industry.
Jonas Siddiqi Dahl
Thomas Krogh
Business Central with Power Platform, Dataverse and D365 apps
Tony Qian
Day 1 Unwrapped: Key Takeaways
Welcome back for an invigorating Day 2! We'll take a short moment to reflect on the insights gained and connections made during yesterday's sessions, setting the stage for another day of growth and inspiration.
Ulrich Kærgaard
Keynote: Reliability
Joel Levitt
Data-Driven Maintenance
Session will:
- Highlight the Analytics KPI Dashboard and the work with Get2Insight to get there
- Define leading KPIs in Maintenance and how they affect the lagging KPI of Reliability
- Talk about five primary leading KPIs that affect Reliability: PM Effectiveness, PM Optimization, Work Order Accuracy, PM Completion Percentage, and Percent of Planned Work
- Present Results; Goal is $1.2MM cost avoidance through lower downtime for the year and we are at 1.5MM in 9 months.
Norm Robert
Minining & Quarrying Case
EAM - BC l Roundtable Session
Krzysztof Bialowas
You Can't Maintain Your Way to Reliability
Explore the often-overlooked elements critical to implementing an effective equipment reliability strategy:
- Culture
- People
- Procedures
This session will also highlight the critical role of communication in demonstrating the value of maintenance and reliability. Participants will learn how to "speak the language" of shareholders to effectively position these efforts as value-driving investments, rather than as cost centers.
Adrian Messer
Best Practices in D365FO
Morgan McDougald
Lunch Break
Impact of Functional Location Changes on Maintenance
James Fernandez
Maintenance Cost Reduction
Discover the key to minimizing time and costs in maintenance work. In this session, we unveil the vital components needed to establish a robust Work Order Management (WOM) process, from securing management buy-in to optimizing planning, scheduling, and seamless close-outs. Join us to learn how even small steps can lead to significant improvements in site-wide maintenance efficiency.
Mark Rigdon
TBA
Workplace Safety
Claus Holm Nielsen
Operational Readiness - setting yourself up for success
James Reyes-Picknell
BC l The Power of Analytics: Proven Insights for Compliance and Uptime
Ulrik Pederse
Beyond Go-Live – Mastering Post-Implementation Success in Dynamics 365
So you've gone live – now what? The journey doesn't end with implementation; it evolves. In this interactive focus group session, we'll explore how to unlock the full potential of your Dynamics 365 investment, whether you're using Finance & Operations (F&O) or Business Central (BC).
Designed for organizations 6+ months post go-live, this session delves into key strategies for:
1. Adding Complex Functionality: How and when to introduce advanced features without disrupting operations.
2. Scaling with Additional Sites: Best practices for integrating new sites as your business grows.
3. Measuring User Adoption: Leveraging analytics to ensure your team is making the most of your system.
Based on real-world experience, including lessons learned from large-scale implementations like Masonite, this session will not only provide insights but also seek to understand your challenges and aspirations. Your feedback will help shape new consulting services tailored to support your ongoing success.
Lucinda Worden
Food & Beverage Manufacturing Case
Ask The Expert: Your Direct Line to Microsoft Asset Management Insights
Join us for a unique session at Dynaway CONNECT, where you get the exclusive opportunity to ask anything and everything related to Microsoft Asset Management. Our experts are ready to share their deep insights, answer your burning questions, and provide guidance on harnessing the full potential of Microsoft Asset Management.
Thomas Krogh
Claus Holm Nielsen
Home Run Social: Dynaway CONNECT Baseball Night
Check out the guide to gameday
6.00 PM: Rooftop available/ Food Service begins
7:05 PM: First Pitch
8.00 PM: Food service concludes
After a day of insightful sessions and networking at Dynaway CONNECT, it's time to unwind and enjoy the game. We've reserved a private rooftop area at the Greenville Drive stadium, where you can cheer on our team as they face off against the Greensboro squad. Connect with fellow attendees, share stories, and enjoy delicious food while soaking in the exciting game vibes. It's a night of fun, laughter, and the perfect ending to the conference. ⚾🌇
NOTE
Please be advised that the information regarding conference speakers and the event agenda provided here is subject to change without prior notice. While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information presented, circumstances beyond our control may necessitate adjustments to the conference program.