Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a robust ERP solution, but for manufacturers and distributors managing high-volume inventory, the native inventory module often falls short. Businesses quickly find themselves relying on spreadsheets, manual counts, and tribal knowledge to fill in the gaps.

That’s where Portable Intelligence’s RF Plus™ comes in. Purpose-built to integrate seamlessly with Business Central, RF Plus™ transforms the ERP’s inventory module into a real-time, barcode-driven warehouse execution system—designed for accuracy, visibility, and efficiency.

Where Business Central’s Inventory Module Leaves Gaps

Business Central provides basic inventory control, including part tracking, zone management, and costing. However, many warehouse operations encounter roadblocks when trying to scale or automate key tasks:

• No real-time updates: Inventory changes are typically posted after batch processing, leading to discrepancies.
• Limited traceability: Lot and serial tracking can be cumbersome and error-prone without scanning tools.
• No mobile workflows: Warehouse workers often still rely on printed lists, sticky notes, and spreadsheets.
• Minimal enforcement: There’s little control over how tasks are executed—leading to inconsistent workflows and errors.
• Lack of warehouse-specific logic: Business Central isn’t designed with full inbound, outbound, and cycle count processes in mind.

RF Plus™ enhances every one of these limitations by extending the inventory module with smart, warehouse-first capabilities.

What RF Plus™ Adds to Business Central’s Inventory Capabilities

Portable Intelligence designed RF Plus™ to be a natural extension of Business Central—not a workaround. That means:

• Real-Time Inventory Updates: Inventory transactions made on handheld devices (receiving, picking, putaway, counts) sync instantly with Business Central. There’s no delay, batch job, or need to reconcile later.
• Barcode-Driven Accuracy: RF Plus™ enforces barcode scanning at every critical step—minimizing human error and increasing trust in your inventory data.
• Automated Putaway & Picking: Using Business Central’s logic and RF Plus’s templates, warehouse teams receive optimized paths for putaway and picking, based on real-time stock levels and zone configurations.
• Mobile Workflows: Browser-based RF Plus™ screens enable warehouse teams to execute every transaction—from receiving to cycle counts—on handheld devices, eliminating paperwork and double-entry.
• Cycle Counts & Inventory Adjustments: Instead of scheduling full inventory counts that disrupt operations, RF Plus™ enables rolling cycle counts, instantly syncing adjustments with Business Central.

How It Works in Practice

Without RF Plus™

• Parts are received manually and updated later
• Zone locations are not always enforced
• Teams rely on memory or spreadsheets
• Lot/serial tracking happens after the fact
• Stock levels are inaccurate until end-of-day

With RF Plus™

• Parts are scanned and posted directly to Business Central
• Tracking by warehouse zone/location is enforced with on-screen prompts
• Operators receive mobile guidance for each transaction
• Lot/serial tracking is captured in real time
• Inventory data is always current

What Business Central Users Gain with RF Plus™

Organizations using RF Plus™ with Business Central report measurable improvements in inventory control and warehouse performance:

• Up to 90% improvement in inventory accuracy
• Faster putaway and picking times
• 80% reduction in time required for inventory counts
• Lower shrinkage and fewer customer returns
• Higher throughput with existing workforce

These results come from streamlining the way warehouse operations interact with your ERP. No more double-handling, no more guesswork—just accurate, up-to-date data across the board.

Why Portable Intelligence?

Portable Intelligence brings over 25 years of ERP and warehouse execution experience, delivering solutions that are:

• Tailored for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Easy to deploy on-premise or in the cloud
• Backed by guided implementation, training, and Pi University
• Compatible with top-tier barcode equipment and label printers
• Scalable as your operations grow

RF Plus™ is trusted by manufacturers across North America to help move beyond inventory headaches and build a warehouse that runs on visibility and accountability.

Unlock the Full Power of Your Inventory Module

Business Central is a powerful ERP, but when your warehouse needs real-time control and process automation, the built-in tools aren’t enough.

Portable Intelligence’s RF Plus™ brings inventory to life—with accurate data, mobile workflows, and zero manual steps.

Ready to enhance your inventory module with real-time execution?