Description

• Certification Name: Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate
• Exam Code: MB-330
• Focus Areas:
  • Inventory & Warehouse
  • Procurement & Sourcing
  • Manufacturing
  • Master Planning

Introduction
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management is a comprehensive enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution designed to optimize and streamline end-to-end supply chain operations. It enables organizations to manage procurement, production, inventory, warehousing, transportation, and demand planning with real-time insights, automation, and advanced analytics. The platform helps businesses improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, enhance visibility, and deliver better customer satisfaction through intelligent supply chain processes.

Learner Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of supply chain management concepts (procurement, inventory, logistics)
• Familiarity with ERP systems and business process flows
• Knowledge of business operations such as finance, manufacturing, or retail is beneficial
• Basic computer skills and understanding of cloud-based applications
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management
1.1 Overview of ERP and Supply Chain Management
1.2 Key Features and Capabilities
1.3 Navigation and User Interface
1.4 System Architecture and Environment Setup
1.5 Roles and Responsibilities of a Functional Consultant

2. Product Information Management
2.1 Product Master Data Setup
2.2 Product Variants and Attributes
2.3 Units of Measure and Conversions
2.4 Product Lifecycle Management
2.5 Product Configuration Models

3. Procurement and Sourcing
3.1 Procurement Processes Overview
3.2 Vendor Management and Setup
3.3 Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders
3.4 Request for Quotations (RFQ)
3.5 Procurement Policies and Workflows
3.6 Vendor Collaboration

4. Inventory Management
4.1 Inventory Setup and Configuration
4.2 Inventory Dimensions and Tracking
4.3 Inventory Transactions and Journals
4.4 Inventory Valuation Methods
4.5 Cycle Counting and Physical Inventory
4.6 Inventory Reporting and Analysis

5. Warehouse Management
5.1 Warehouse Structure and Setup
5.2 Location Directives and Work Templates
5.3 Mobile Device Configuration
5.4 Inbound and Outbound Processes
5.5 Wave Processing and Load Planning
5.6 Advanced Warehouse Operations

6. Production Control
6.1 Production Types and Manufacturing Strategies
6.2 Bill of Materials (BOM) and Routes
6.3 Production Orders and Scheduling
6.4 Shop Floor Control
6.5 Lean Manufacturing Concepts
6.6 Costing and Production Reporting

7. Master Planning and Demand Forecasting
7.1 Master Planning Overview
7.2 Demand Forecasting Techniques
7.3 Coverage Groups and Planning Parameters
7.4 Planned Orders and Firming
7.5 Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
7.6 Supply Chain Optimization

8. Sales and Distribution
8.1 Sales Order Processing
8.2 Pricing and Discounts
8.3 Customer Management
8.4 Order Promising and Delivery Scheduling
8.5 Returns and Credit Management

9. Transportation Management
9.1 Transportation Setup and Configuration
9.2 Route Planning and Optimization
9.3 Freight Management
9.4 Carrier Integration
9.5 Shipment Tracking and Documentation

10. Asset Management
10.1 Asset Lifecycle Management
10.2 Maintenance Plans and Scheduling
10.3 Work Orders and Asset Tracking
10.4 Preventive and Corrective Maintenance
10.5 Asset Performance Monitoring

11. Quality Management
11.1 Quality Control Processes
11.2 Quality Orders and Testing
11.3 Non-Conformance Handling
11.4 Quality Associations and Policies
11.5 Reporting and Compliance

12. Integration and Data Management
12.1 Data Management Framework (DMF)
12.2 Data Migration Strategies
12.3 Integration with Other Modules
12.4 APIs and External Integrations
12.5 Data Validation and Cleansing

13. Security and Compliance
13.1 Role-Based Security
13.2 User Access Management
13.3 Segregation of Duties
13.4 Compliance and Audit Trails
13.5 Data Privacy and Governance

14. Reporting and Analytics
14.1 Built-in Reports and Workspaces
14.2 Power BI Integration
14.3 Custom Reporting
14.4 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
14.5 Business Insights and Decision-Making

15. Functional Consultant Skills and Implementation Lifecycle
15.1 Requirement Gathering and Analysis
15.2 Business Process Mapping
15.3 Solution Design and Configuration
15.4 Testing Strategies (UAT, SIT)
15.5 Deployment and Go-Live Activities
15.6 Post-Implementation Support

Conclusion
This training equips learners with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills required to implement and manage supply chain processes using Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management. By mastering core modules and functional consulting techniques, participants will be prepared to handle real-world business scenarios and achieve certification as a Functional Consultant Associate.