Microsoft Dynamics AX (formally Microsoft Axapta) is Microsoft's Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution for mid-size and large customers. Much like SAP, Dynamics AX provides functions that are critical to businesses that can benefit from BizTalk's integration. Microsoft Dynamics AX is fully customizable and extensible through its rich development platform and tools. It has direct connections to products such as Microsoft BizTalk Server, Microsoft SQL Server, Exchange, and Office.
Often Dynamics AX is compared to SAP All in One. Those who are familiar with SAP are also familiar with high cost of implementation, maintenance, and customization associated with it. A Microsoft Dynamics AX solution offers more customizability, lower maintenance costs, and lower per-user costs than SAP. ERP implementations often fail in part due to lack of user acceptance in adopting a new system. The Dynamics AX user interface has a similar look and feel to other widely used products...