WELCOME Microsoft Dynamics SL User Group DSLUG 16

WELCOME! Microsoft Dynamics SL User Group #DSLUG 16

DSLUG USER MEMBER INFORMATION & ORIENTATION Laura Gariano, DSLUG Director Mar. 15, 2017 #DSLUG 16

ABOUT YOUR PRESENTER: Laura Gariano, DSLUG Director laura. gariano@dynamiccommunities. com Phone: (877) 324 -8880 ext. 1462 Twitter: https: //twitter. com/garianola Linked. In: www. linkedin. com/in/lauragariano #DSLUG 16

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Agenda Introduction & Welcome About DSLUG Member Programs Navigating DSLUG Questions & Wrap Up #DSLUG 16

Welcome! Who do we have on the call? § What type of membership do you have? ‒ Full DSLUG user membership ‒ 30 day trial membership ‒ User subscriber (I have a login but no paid membership) ‒ I am an SL partner ‒ Don’t know #DSLUG 16

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About DSLUG #DSLUG 16

About DSLUG Founded in 2003 Officially recognized by Microsoft rs os of t Users Membership includes over 2, 800 individuals and growing!) M icr The largest, independent group for users of Microsoft Dynamics SL Partne #DSLUG 16

Across the globe, our members share a common goal of maximizing and advancing the performance of technology so that individuals and companies can improve operations, overcome obstacles and exceed goals 108, 000 members 19, 500 companies 1, 500 volunteers 52, 000 social followers #DSLUG 16

How DSLUG Members Engage: The Five E’s! Exchange knowledge – grow skills through education with experts Expand connections – collaborate & learn how your peers are using SL Explore solutions – research & evaluate 3 rd party solutions Exhibit leadership – volunteer to share knowledge & grow your skills, earn CPEs Experience Success – gain Dynamics SL competency & connections #DSLUG 16

Member Programs #DSLUG 16

Exchange Knowledge & Expand Connections Webinars Online Activities Webinars Peer Networking Academy Events Live and Recorded Webinars. New Offerings Every Month Chapter Meetings Start a chapter in your area Special Interest Groups Online Discussion Forum Academy Fall Conference Real-time help from other SL users In-depth, expert-led training Role and industry Largest Annual SL User Event #DSLUG 16

Exchange Knowledge Open Forum § We all have questions, why not ask your peers? § Instant answers from fellow users who have “been there, done that!” #DSLUG 16

Network DSLUG Chapters Network with Peers More About Product See How Others Use the Product Ask Questions DSLUG Chapter Program provides resources, support and connections! #DSLUG 16

Typical Chapter Meeting 8: 30 – 9 AM 9: 00 – 9: 15 – 9: 45 – 10: 00 – 11: 45 Welcome & Introductions DSLUG News & Chapter Business Member Showcase Break Educational Session Roundtable Discussions #DSLUG 16

DSLUG WEBINARS DSLUG Webinars Live education and assistance from your Dynamics SL peers and subject matter experts, from the comfort of your office! www. DSLUG. com/webinars #DSLUG 16

NEW! Best of DSLUG Webinar Series Title Date Audience SQL Before Disaster Strikes (Disaster Recovery) How to Create an SSRS Report Managing the Purchasing Function A-Z Security and Audit Trail Solutions Reconciling Projects to the General Ledger Tips & Tricks to Make SL Work Harder for You Mon. Mar 20 Tue. Mar 21 Wed. Mar 22 Mon. Mar 27 Wed. Mar 29 All Members Customizing PV Lookup - 2011 vs. 2015 Thu. Mar 30 Members Demystifying Allocations in Dynamics SL Project Tue. Apr 4 Members Inventory Reconciliation in Depth Members Mon. Apr 10 www. dslug. com/webinars - click the “Best of” Tag #DSLUG 16

Expand Connections WO W! Special Interest Groups (SIGs) Users sharing a common role or interest, or who work in a similar industry gather to swap ideas, information, and experiences Leadership • • • Represents the SIG Users collaborate as an extension of meetings Provides Feedback Participates in SIG Leadership calls and training Helps find volunteers who can help present. Community Forum • An at your finger tips personal knowledge base where you can tap into the collective wisdom of other Dynamics SL users Regular Meetings • Meetings are lively and conducted in a roundtable fashion, and participation isn't just encouraged, it's business-critical. #DSLUG 16

Academy Training The premier learning destination for all Microsoft Dynamics professionals Distance Learning • • Live instructor-led training at your own desk Half Day, Full Day, & 2 Day class formats Many classes use virtual hands-on labs Paid Members receive a 50% discount 2 -day deep dive into Power BI – April 19 -20 On-Site Learning • • Instructor-led training at a User Group event More than 120 classes offered at Summit Visit www. DSLUG. com/academy to view and register for upcoming classes today! #DSLUG 16

SAVE THE DATE September 12 -15, 2017 Tampa, Florida 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY www. DSLUG. com/conference 17 #DSLUG 16 CONFERENCE

Who Attends & How is the Content? TOP INDUSTRIES Engineering & Construction Professional Service Healthcare Communications High Technology Education & Research Government Contracting Overall session rating: 4. 80 Overall speaker rating: 4. 89 #DSLUG 16

Did you know PBIUG is a Member Benefit? Login today! www. PBIUG. com Join the Dynamics Power BI Community Networking, Collaboration and Education #DSLUG 16

Exhibit Leadership Your Community Needs You! It’s quick & easy to get started! 4 WAYS TO VOLUNTEER: • • PRESENT – webinars, Chapter meetings, or at conference INSTRUCT – Academy courses online or at conference SERVE – board, committees, SIGs, Chapters, or at conference WRITE – blogs, articles, or tech tips Visit www. dslug. com/volunteer and complete your Volunteer Profile TODAY! #DSLUG 16

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Experience Success Join today! Subscriber Member SL end users Corporate (User) Company Membership Free $450 USD/year § Email newsletter § Selected Informational Webinars § Unlimited Workshops, Webinars & Roundtables § Partner Solutions Webinars § On-Demand Webinar Recordings Library § Open forum access and daily e-mails § Full access to Open Forum & Member Directory § Chapter meeting access § Special Interest Groups § Partner Solutions Webinars & Directory § Chapter meetings and online community membership § Discounted Conference Registrations Same-day counsel. Real-time resolutions. Self-sufficient performance. Join today: www. dslug. com/join Email: support@dslug. com § Discounted Academy Courses § And so much more! #DSLUG 16

Experience Success! Your Action Items § Update your profile § Add a photo to your profile § Post a question or response in the open forum § Register for a live, educational webinar § View a recorded webinar § Find your local chapter § BONUS: fill out your volunteer profile! #DSLUG 16

THANK YOU! I’m Here to Help! Laura Gariano DSLUG Director 877 -324 -8880 x 1462 laura. gariano@dynamiccommunities. com #DSLUG 16

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