Satya Nadella's Bold AI Claims & Equisys Interview | A Shot of Business Central and A Beer | Ep 69
A Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central podcast | Episode 69 A Shot of Business Central and A Beer

Welcome to Episode 69 of A Shot of Business Central and A Beer! In this jam-packed episode, hosts Michael Intravartolo and Ken Sebahar bring their signature blend of business insights and beer reviews. This month, they sip on Samuel Smith’s Oatmeal Stout, a beer full of smooth and creamy notes perfect for a mid-winter pint. The duo also dives into the latest Business Central updates, including highlights from version 25.1 and 25.2, and discusses how AI is reshaping the ERP world.
Joining the show is a special guest segment featuring Summer Sandusky and Martin Nekhaev from Equisys. They share insights into their innovative Zetadocs solutions and the impact of AI on expense management and document handling.
Stay tuned for AI Snack Time, where Michael and Ken tackle Satya Nadella’s thought-provoking statement that “SaaS as we know it is over.” Could AI agents revolutionize ERP systems? You don’t want to miss this lively discussion.
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What to Expect in This Episode
Beer Review: Samuel Smith’s Oatmeal Stout
Michael and Ken review this Samuel Smith's Oatmeal Stout Beer, a vegan-friendly beer brewed with well water from a 1758 well.
Comparisons to other stouts like Guinness and Kentucky Vanilla Barrel Cream Ale.
Final Ratings: Michael - 74, Ken - 65.
Business Central News and Updates
Key features in versions 25.1 and 25.2, including over 200 Power BI reports and enhanced IRS 1099 e-filing capabilities.
The Early Access Program for Business Central’s Sales Order AI Agent.
Preview of upcoming mandatory features in version 26.0 (April 2025 release).
Special Guest Segment: Equisys
Summer Sandusky and Martin Nekhaev discuss how AI is driving innovation in document and expense management.
Learn about Zetadocs' global reach and licensing flexibility.
Fun fact: Martin and Summer share their drinks of choice during the podcast!
AI Snack Time
Discussion on Satya Nadella’s statement about the future of SaaS and AI’s role in ERP evolution.
Insights into how AI could enhance Business Central’s functionality, automation, and user experience.
Conference Updates
Upcoming events for Business Central professionals:
Directions North America (Las Vegas, April 7–9, 2025).
Dynamics Con (Chicago, May 13–16, 2025).
Dynamics Community Summit (Orlando, October 19–23, 2025).
Why these conferences are must-attend for end-users and partners.
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In February, we’ll (hopefully) dive into the Business Central 2025 Wave 1 release notes, exploring all the new features and functionalities. Stay tuned for more beers, banter, and Business Central insights!
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