Modulario vs. Microsoft Dynamics 365: EU cloud ERP versus the global Microsoft stack
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is an established enterprise solution tightly integrated with Microsoft 365. For EU SMBs it brings strong technological credentials, but also a partner-driven implementation model, premium licences, and overkill complexity. Modulario is an EU cloud ERP with implementation in weeks, transparent pricing, and local support.
Modulario vs. Microsoft Dynamics 365
| Funkcia | Modulario | Microsoft Dynamics 365 |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud / Self-host | Cloud (EU) + optional self-host | Cloud (Microsoft Azure regions, including EU) — on-prem discontinued 2027 |
| EU data and hosting | Fully in the EU, optional dedicated EU data centre | EU regions yes, but Microsoft is a US vendor (CLOUD Act) |
| Implementation time | 2–8 weeks (typical SMB deployment) | 3–12 months via Microsoft partner |
| Price per user | From 30 €/month (transparent) | 60–90 €/month + Microsoft 365 licence + partner setup fee |
| 3-year TCO (50 users) | ≈ 60,000 € | ≈ 180,000 € – 300,000 € (including partner implementation) |
| Local support | AMCEF — phone, email, local team | Microsoft partner — quality and language varies by partner |
| Fiscal compliance / VAT reporting / EU banks | Built-in | Via 3rd-party local partners / customisations |
| Out-of-the-box integrations | 60+ (accounting systems, GLS, Stripe, M365…) | Deep M365/Power Platform, others via AppSource |
| Power BI / reporting | Built-in dashboard builder + REST API + Power BI plugin | Power BI native (strong advantage) |
| Vendor lock-in risk | Low — export your data via API/CSV at any time | Higher — Common Data Service ties you to the Microsoft stack |
Kedy zvoliť Modulario
- You are an EU SMB (10–500 employees) that wants implementation in weeks, not months
- You want a fixed per-user price without a complex Microsoft licensing matrix
- You want an EU data centre and local support via phone or email
- You need fiscal cash register compliance, VAT return reporting, and EU bank integrations out of the box
- You have no internal IT team and no appetite for working through the Microsoft partner network
Kedy zostať pri Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Your company already makes deep use of Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, and Power BI and wants a single platform
- You are planning intensive Power Apps / Power Automate workflow customisations
- You have an established Microsoft Dynamics partner with a track record of implementations
- You operate across multiple countries (USA, UK, DE, FR) with a need for multi-currency, multi-entity consolidation
- You require the Dynamics 365 CRM (Sales, Customer Service) binding within a single Common Data Service
Ako prejsť z Microsoft Dynamics 365
- 1
Discovery (1 week)
We review your current M365 / Dynamics configuration, identify custom workflows, and export data from the customer side.
- 2
Mapping (1–2 weeks)
We map Dynamics modules (Sales, Finance, Operations, HR) to Modulario modules and define custom fields.
- 3
Pilot (2–4 weeks)
We build a parallel sandbox in Modulario, import a sample of 100–500 records, and connect the M365 / Outlook integration.
- 4
Cut-over (1 week)
We import the full dataset, run final testing, and switch production over.
- 5
Optimisation (ongoing)
Monthly reviews with the Modulario team, process refinement, and gradual module expansion.
Frequently asked questions
Microsoft Dynamics integrates natively with Outlook — what does Modulario offer?
Modulario has a native integration via Microsoft Graph API: Outlook calendar sync, email threads linked to records, Teams notifications, OneDrive for files. No Power Platform licence required.
Will we lose our Power BI dashboards when migrating?
Modulario has a built-in dashboard builder plus REST/SQL access. Power BI can connect to the Modulario data warehouse via ODBC. Existing Power BI reports are migrated — typically 1–3 days of work.
What is the cost of Modulario vs. Microsoft Dynamics?
For 50 users: Microsoft Dynamics ~90,000 €/year (licences + M365 + partner support), Modulario ~20,000 €/year. 3-year TCO is approximately 5× lower with Modulario, plus implementation in weeks rather than months.
How does Modulario handle multi-currency / multi-entity?
Modulario supports multiple currencies (with daily ECB exchange rate updates) and multi-entity accounting with consolidation. Suitable for mid-sized EU companies with subsidiaries across multiple EU countries. For global corporations with subsidiaries in 10+ countries, SAP/Dynamics remains stronger.
Does Modulario work offline?
Modulario is primarily a cloud application — it requires an internet connection. For offline scenarios (mobile field service) we provide a PWA with local cache that synchronises when connectivity is restored.
What are the risks of non-EU cloud hosting with Microsoft Dynamics?
Microsoft is a US company — it is subject to the US CLOUD Act, which allows US authorities to request data even from EU regions. Following the Schrems II ruling by the EU Court of Justice, this is a regulatory red flag for data concerning EU citizens and strategic business data. Modulario is an EU company with fully EU-resident data.
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