1. Convergence EMEA 2013 5/29/2018 1:21 AM
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2. 5/29/2018 1:21 AM
Roundtable: Managing Microsoft Dynamics AX financials in a global installation
Mark Rhodes – Dynamics AX User Group (AXUG) Martin Drude – Truetzschler GmbH & Co. and MBUF
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3. Agenda
Introductions
Objective
Roundtable Discussion

4. Introductions Mark Rhodes Dynamics AX User Group (AXUG) Martin Drude
Truetzschler GmbH & Co. and MBUF

5. Objective of Session
To provide a forum for discussion around managing financials in a global Dynamics AX installation. There are many considerations to address related to financials when operating in multiple countries and consolidating financials into one corporate total. Please share your own experiences and thoughts on this topic.

6. Roundtable Description
Companies running Microsoft Dynamics AX in a global environment have special requirements to meet in the finance arena. In this session, listen as fellow finance users share the approaches and techniques they utilize to meet requirements in the areas of multi-currency, cross-country consolidations, and foreign tax calculations. Come prepared to share your experiences around finance operations for global operations.

7. Possible Roundtable Discussion Topics
Installation – single or multiple instance, remote desktop, Citrix? Maintenance windows
Regional Setting
Multi-currency - how set up and how it is used
Intercompany Transactions - types, issues specific when dealing with multiple currencies
VAT and Sales Tax Set Ups - Europe (VAT), USA (Sales Tax) and Canada (mix of the 2)
Consolidations – In AX, or third party, what about Country specific adjustments?
Data Sharing – Inside and outside entities
Implementation Methods - big bang or phased roll out, single site or multiple sites, each of these choices impacts financial reporting
Global Team Considerations: back filling, travel time, roles
Check Availability and Compatibility of GLS-Layers – need to understand specific country finance functionality included in layer
Reporting in Dynamics AX or in a separate Business Intelligence (BI) solutions?
What About Management Reporter (MR)?
Involve Global Accounting for Definition and Communication of Control Structures and Reporting Standards
Work with Microsoft and Partners locally who understand local finance requirements

8. CONTACT INFO
Mark Rhodes – Martin Drude –

9. For more information about the Dynamics AX User Group (AXUG), please stop by the AXUG Kiosk in the Expo Hall or visit AXUG.com. For more information about Microsoft Business Users Forum (MBUF), please visit MBUF.de

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