What's New in Business Central 2025 Wave 1: A Friendly Guide for African Partners, Users, and Developers

If you're a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central partner, user, or developer, the latest updates in the 2025 Wave 1 release are here to make your business operations smoother, smarter, and more efficient. Launched on April 1st, 2025, this release is packed with features designed to cater to your unique needs. Let's dive into what's new and how it can benefit you.

Note: This post covers features that are generally available as of April 2025, focusing on those you can start using right away.

 

A Fresh Wave of AI Innovation

One of the stand-out features of this release is the introduction of intelligent agents. These AI-driven agents are set to revolutionize how you interact with Business Central. Imagine having an assistant that can generate insightful reports, automate routine processes, and provide real-time assistance. It's like having a supercharged co-pilot for your business operations. For example, these agents can optimize order creation processes by leveraging natural language processing. This means you can create sales orders directly from email interactions—how cool is that? It's faster, more intuitive, and reduces the chances of errors.

Enhanced Multicompany Capabilities

If your business operates across borders or manages multiple companies, you'll love the enhanced multicompany capabilities. This update makes it easier to handle complex operations seamlessly. Whether you're dealing with different currencies, tax regulations, or reporting standards, Business Central has got you covered.

Sustainability and E-Document Improvements

Sustainability is more than just a buzzword—it's a necessity. The 2025 Wave 1 release continues to enhance sustainability management features. From better tracking of gas emissions to improved e document capabilities, these updates help you stay compliant and environmentally responsible.

Integration with Shopify and Dynamics 365 Field Service

Integration is key to a streamlined workflow, and this release takes it to the next level. The improved integration with Shopify and Dynamics 365 Field Service means you can manage your e-commerce and field service operations more efficiently. Whether it's viewing item availability in work orders or automating service management, these integrations are designed to save you time and effort.

Copilot and AI Enhancements

The Copilot feature is expanding its capabilities. Now, you can chat with Copilot to learn how to use installed add-on apps, summarize data, and automate various processes. For instance, the Sales Order Agent can automate sales order-taking, making your sales operations more efficient. Have you tried using Copilot yet? If so, what’s your favorite feature?

Developer-Focused Enhancements

For developers, the 2025 Wave 1 release brings powerful new extensibility features. These updates empower you to create adaptable, resource-efficient solutions while offering greater flexibility to meet evolving business needs. Here are a few highlights:

• Improved AL Development Tools: The AL development environment has been enhanced with new debugging capabilities and performance improvements. For instance, you can now generate launch configurations directly from the web client, making it easier to set up specific environments in Visual Studio Code. This means you can quickly start troubleshooting without manually creating configuration files. Business Central with other systems seamlessly. This is particularly useful for developers working on custom integrations or extensions. Imagine being able to pull data from external sources and push it into Business Central without any hiccups.

• API Enhancements: New and improved APIs provide better integration capabilities, allowing you to connect Business Central with other systems seamlessly. This is particularly useful for developers working on custom integrations or extensions. Imagine being able to pull data from external sources and push it into Business Central without any hiccups.

• Advanced Debugging Options: Enhanced debugging tools help you troubleshoot issues more effectively. For example, you can now open Visual Studio Code directly from the Business Central web client to inspect and debug code. This includes setting breakpoints, inspecting variables, and viewing source code, all within the context of the current session. This makes it easier to identify and fix issues on the fly.

Conclusion: Embrace the Future of Business Central

The 2025 Wave 1 release is a game-changer for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central partners, users, and developers in Africa. With AI-driven agents, enhanced multicompany capabilities, sustainability improvements, seamless integrations, and powerful developer tools, this update is designed to make your business operations more efficient and effective. So, what are you most excited about in this release? Have you started exploring these new features yet? Share your thoughts and experiences at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Let's learn and grow together