Upgrade from Dynamics NAV to Business Central
NAV 2018 support ends January 2028. Starting early lets you plan carefully and upgrade without rushing.
Why Upgrade Now
Many companies still run Microsoft Dynamics NAV because it has served them well. But time is moving on. NAV 2018 extended support ends in January 2028, and after that date you should not expect updates or fixes from Microsoft for that version.
Planning early gives you room to choose the right approach, clean up your data and train your team without pressure. Waiting until the last year often means rushed projects and fewer options. Business Central is the natural next step for NAV users: it keeps the familiar business logic you know, while adding cloud access, regular updates, and a modern way to connect with other tools.
How DPFE Handles Your Upgrade
Every upgrade is different, but our process follows the same clear stages. Each stage ends with a review, so you always know where the project stands and what comes next.
Assessment
We start by learning how your business runs today. We review your current NAV setup, your reports, your integrations and the customizations your team relies on. The result is a clear plan that shows what moves, what changes and what can be retired.
Data Migration
We map your data, clean it where needed, and move it in carefully planned stages. We run test migrations first and check the results with your team, so the final move holds no surprises.
Customizations and Extensions
Where your business needs something special, we rebuild it as a modern extension instead of changing the core product. That keeps future updates simple. Where standard features now do the job, we say so and keep your system lean.
Training
Your people learn on your own data, in plain language, with sessions matched to their roles. Confident users make for a smoother start.
Go-Live
We agree on a cutover plan with you, rehearse it, and stay close during the switch so questions are answered quickly.
Ongoing Support
After go-live we remain your partner. You reach a real person who knows your system, and we help with questions, fixes, updates and new requests.
What Makes DPFE Different
Choosing a partner is a matter of trust, so here is what you can expect from DPFE.
DPFE has worked with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and its predecessors for more than 40 years. That history means we understand how long-running systems grow and why they look the way they do.
Our team is based in the United States. You work with people in your own country and in time zones that match your business day.
Support is responsive. When you call or write, you hear back from someone who knows your account instead of waiting in a long queue.
We have seen NAV through many versions, so we know where the hidden problems tend to be, and we plan for them from the start.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to move to the cloud?
Business Central can run in the Microsoft cloud, and we will discuss your options during the assessment so you can choose what fits your business.
Will my data and customizations carry over?
Your core business data can be migrated. Customizations are reviewed one by one, and we rebuild the ones you still need as extensions.
How long does an upgrade take?
It depends on the size of your data and the number of customizations. After the assessment we give you a realistic plan and timeline.
Talk to DPFE Today
If NAV is still running your business, now is a good time to plan the move. Tell us about your system and we will help you map out the next step. Contact DPFE or call 818-957-1212.