Introduction

Manufacturers rarely operate under a single production philosophy. Real‑world operations often blend make‑to‑stock (MTS), make‑to‑order (MTO), configure‑to‑order (CTO), batch production, and lean/Kanban execution. Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management (D365 SCM) supports this reality through mixed‑mode planning, allowing organizations to run multiple production models simultaneously while maintaining a unified planning and execution framework.

This blog provides a clear, structured overview of mixed‑mode planning and how it enables flexible, efficient manufacturing.

Introduction

Subcontracting is a critical part of modern manufacturing. Whether you outsource a single operation, a full assembly, or specialized processing, Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management (D365 SCM) provides a structured and traceable framework to manage subcontract work within the production lifecycle.

This blog explains how subcontracting works in D365 SCM, how it integrates with production orders, and how organizations can maintain visibility and control while working with external vendors.

Introduction

A Bill of Materials (BOM) is one of the foundational building blocks of discrete manufacturing in Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management (D365 SCM). It defines the structure of a product, the components required, and the quantities needed to manufacture it. A well‑designed BOM ensures accurate planning, costing, production execution, and inventory control.

This document provides a clear, structured, blog‑style explanation of BOMs in D365 SCM, aligned with real‑world manufacturing processes.

Introduction

Operations resources are essential building blocks in Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management (D365 SCM). They represent the physical or human assets required to perform production operations. Properly defining and managing these resources ensures accurate scheduling, capacity planning, and production execution.

Introduction

Physical and financial updates are core concepts in Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management (D365 SCM). They determine how inventory transactions are recorded, valued, and posted in the system. Understanding these updates is essential for accurate inventory management, costing, and financial reporting.