
What’s New in Dynamics 365 Finance 10.0.43: A Comprehensive Overview
Dynamics 365 Finance continues to evolve, and the March 2025 release (build 10.0.2177) brings an array of new features, enhancements, and process improvements that empower organizations to streamline financial operations. In this post, we’ll dive into what’s new or changed in version 10.0.43, highlighting key modules, performance updates, and regulatory enhancements.

Running Large Language Models Locally: A High Level Overview
This guide will walk you through how to run LLMs on your personal computer—from checking if your hardware is up to the task, understanding model sizes, and using quantization to optimize performance, to exploring user-friendly tools for local LLM deployment. By the end, you’ll have the knowledge to set up your own local AI environment. Let’s get started!

AI Series: Reinforcement Learning and DeepSeek-R1: Pioneering Advanced Reasoning in AI
Reinforcement learning (RL) has emerged as a transformative force in artificial intelligence, enabling machines to learn complex behaviors through trial and error. This approach has powered breakthroughs from game-playing algorithms to robotic control systems. DeepSeek-R1 represents one of the most significant applications of RL in language models, demonstr….

AI Series: Getting Started with AI Builder in Power Platform: Build and Leverage Custom Prompts
The Power Platform’s AI Builder empowers users to integrate artificial intelligence directly into business applications—even if you’re not a developer. In this article, we’ll explore what AI Builder is, review its out‐of‐the‐box prompts, walk through how to customize one (using an example of extracting key information from resumes), and explain how to….

The Downside of AI Convenience: Are We Losing Our Critical Thinking?
Artificial intelligence has woven itself into the fabric of our daily lives. It answers our questions, automates our tasks, and even assists in complex decision-making. The ease and efficiency AI provides are undeniable, but have we stopped to consider the hidden costs? As AI becomes an ever-present guide in our thinking, learning, and problem-solving, concerns arise…

AI Series: Understanding AGI: What It Is and What It Means for Our Future
Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) is a term that sparks both excitement and debate. While the idea might sound like something out of a science fiction novel, it represents a real and profound goal in the field of artificial intelligence. In this blog, we’ll explore what AGI is, how it differs from the AI we see today, and why it could transform our future.

Phi-4: Advancing Small Language Models with Synthetic Data and Enhanced Reasoning
The world of AI continues to innovate at lightning speed, and Microsoft Research's latest achievement, Phi-4, is setting new benchmarks in AI capabilities. Phi-4, a 14-billion parameter language model, uniquely prioritizes data quality and advanced reasoning capabilities, significantly outperforming larger counterparts on STEM-focused evaluations.

Mastering Azure AI Foundry: A Complete Guide to Model Deployments
In today's AI-driven world, efficiently deploying machine learning (ML) models into production is crucial. Azure AI Foundry simplifies this complex task by offering robust, scalable deployment options that cater to diverse business needs. This guide explores the essentials of Azure AI Foundry model deployments, covering serverless and managed options.

Enable Microsoft Dataverse Virtual Entities
Have you ever wondered how to add Finance and Operations virtual entities to the tables list in dataverse. In this article I discuss how to do just that.

Business Events and Workflows in Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations
The guide covers extending Finance and Operation workflow approvals in Power Automate by integrating business events, enabling businesses to enhance their operational efficiency and maintain robust control over critical processes.

AI Series: Machine Learning and Its Role in Today’s Popular AI
At its core, machine learning is a branch of AI that focuses on building systems that can learn from data. Instead of being programmed with explicit instructions, these systems "learn" patterns, rules, and relationships by processing large amounts of information. Think of it as teaching a child how to recognize a dog by showing many pictures rather than explaining every single detail.

Mastering Connectors in the Power Platform: A Complete Guide
Connectors are the backbone of the Power Platform, enabling seamless communication between different services and systems. Whether you’re automating business processes with Power Automate, enhancing your apps with Power Apps, or building complex data flows with Azure Logic Apps, connectors are what make it all work behind the scenes.

AI Series: Fine-Tuning Large Language Models: A Simple Guide for Everyone
Large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT have become a part of our daily lives—powering chatbots, writing assistants, and much more. But what exactly is "fine tuning," and why should you care? Let’s break it down in plain language.

Understanding Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) in AI
In the rapidly evolving field of natural language processing (NLP), generative models like GPT-3 and its successors have showcased impressive capabilities in producing human-like text. However, even the most advanced language models can sometimes struggle with maintaining factual accuracy or providing detailed, up-to-date information.

Streamlining Approvals: No More Endless Email Chains
Have you ever waited days—or even weeks—just to get someone’s signature or a simple “Yes” for a project? We’ve all been there, constantly nudging colleagues via email or chat. These back-and-forth “gentle reminders” don’t just waste time; they slow down your entire workflow. Enter Power Automate, the unsung hero that can simplify approval processes and make sure everyone stays on track.