When it comes to ERP dashboards, accessibility, customization, and real-time insights are crucial for businesses looking to make informed decisions. Acumatica offers a modern, user-friendly dashboard experience that surpasses the capabilities of Dynamics SL in several key areas.

Drill-Down Capabilities & Data Access
Acumatica dashboards allow users to drill down into data with ease. Clicking on a key figure, such as total accounts receivable, instantly opens a detailed breakdown through a Generic Inquiry (GI)—Acumatica’s powerful built-in data query tool. In Dynamics SL, the closest equivalent would be Quick Queries but modifying them often requires SQL expertise. Acumatica eliminates this complexity, enabling users with the right permissions to edit and customize inquiries directly within the interface.

Flexible & Customizable Widgets
Acumatica provides a variety of widget options to tailor dashboards to specific needs. Users can choose from:
✅ KPI indicators (with customizable colors like stoplight-style red, yellow, and green)
✅ Charts (donut charts, bar graphs, line charts, and more)
✅ Pivot tables for real-time data analysis
✅ Embedded pages (e.g., weather widgets for job sites)
✅ Links to key reports and wikis for documentation

In Dynamics SL, dashboards often rely on Power BI for advanced visualization, requiring additional setup and external integration. With Acumatica, users can create embedded pivot tables and visual reports directly within the system, reducing dependency on third-party tools.

No SQL? No Problem!
One of the biggest advantages of Acumatica is its user-friendly interface for dashboard customization. Unlike Dynamics SL, which often requires SQL knowledge to modify views and reports, Acumatica allows users to make changes directly within the system—without coding. This gives more control to finance teams, operations managers, and decision-makers without relying heavily on IT support.

Pre-Built & Custom Dashboards
Acumatica comes with standard dashboards tailored for different roles—such as finance, sales, and project management. While these serve as a great starting point, they can be easily customized to align with specific business needs. The ability to tweak dashboards without deep technical knowledge ensures businesses can continuously adapt their reporting to match their evolving operations.

The Bottom Line
Acumatica’s dashboards provide a more intuitive, flexible, and user-driven experience compared to Dynamics SL. With built-in data visualization, drill-down capabilities, and user-friendly customization tools, Acumatica empowers teams to gain deeper insights into their business—without the technical barriers often associated with legacy ERP systems like Dynamics SL.

Thinking about making the switch from Dynamics SL to Acumatica? Contact us to learn more about how Acumatica can streamline your financial and operational reporting.