MB-700: Microsoft Dynamics 365: Finance and Operations Apps Solution Architect

Target Audience

This certification is intended for professionals who design, implement, and lead enterprise-scale solutions using Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations apps.

👤 Primary Audience

• Solution Architects working on Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations implementations
• Senior Functional Consultants aiming to move into a Solution Architect role
• Technical Architects involved in ERP solution design and integrations
• Lead Consultants responsible for end-to-end solution ownership

👥 Secondary Audience

• Dynamics 365 Finance, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, or HR Consultants
• Dynamics 365 Developers (X++) transitioning into architecture roles
• ERP Architects working with or migrating to Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Project Technical Leads supporting large-scale implementations

🧠 Ideal Candidate Profile

• Has 3–5+ years of Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations experience
• Understands both functional and technical aspects of ERP systems
• Has experience with integrations, data migration, security, and reporting
• Participates in solution design, decision-making, and governance
• Acts as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams

🎓 Not Intended For

• Beginners or freshers with no Dynamics 365 experience
• Candidates without ERP or enterprise application exposure
• Professionals seeking entry-level Dynamics roles

🧩 Career Impact

This certification is best suited for professionals who want to:

• Lead end-to-end ERP implementations
• Make architectural and design decisions
• Serve as a trusted advisor to customers and stakeholders
• Advance into Solution Architect or Enterprise Architect roles

Prerequisites

Before attempting the MB-700 certification, candidates should have strong hands-on experience and understanding in the following areas:

🔹 Functional Knowledge

• End-to-end understanding of Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations apps, including:
  • Finance
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Commerce
  • Human Resources
• Ability to translate business requirements into functional designs
• Experience working with business stakeholders and subject matter experts

🔹 Technical Knowledge

• Understanding of X++, extensions, and customization concepts
• Knowledge of data management, including:
  • Data entities
  • Data migration frameworks
  • Integrations (OData, APIs, file-based integrations)
• Familiarity with security roles, duties, and privileges
• Experience with Lifecycle Services (LCS)

🔹 Architecture & Integration

• Awareness of Microsoft Power Platform integration with Finance and Operations:
  • Power Apps
  • Power Automate
  • Power BI
• Understanding of Azure services used with Finance and Operations:
  • Azure Logic Apps
  • Azure Functions
  • Service Bus
  • Azure Storage
• Knowledge of reporting options:
  • SSRS
  • Financial reporting
  • Power BI

🔹 Project & Delivery Experience

• Experience working on end-to-end ERP implementations
• Understanding of implementation methodologies (Agile / Waterfall)
• Ability to support presales, design, implementation, and post-go-live phases
• Exposure to change management and governance

🔹 Recommended Background

• Prior certification such as:
  • MB-300 (Core Finance and Operations)
  • MB-500 (Developer)
  • MB-310 / MB-320 / MB-330 (Functional Consultant exams)
• 3–5 years of experience in Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations projects

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