D365 Pulse Agenda - Day #1
8:30AM | Registration & Breakfast
Welcome to D365 Pulse 2025!
Head to the main lobby, and follow the signage to the registration desk to pick up your badge, attendee bag, and snap a quick photo! After that, join us in Covington 2&3 for breakfast before we kick off the event.
9:15AM | Welcome & Keynote
Details Coming Soon!
9:45AM | Expert Panel: Artificial Intelligence
The Wild Frontier of AI Business Solutions
Moderator: Gregor Newland
Expert Panelists: Sandra Larrea, Jared Hall, Victor Para, Radin Mathew
Location: Covington 2&3
AI is reshaping how organizations think, operate, and compete. Join AI innovators, Dynamics 365 experts, and business leaders as they share real-world successes, lessons learned, and predictions for what’s next. Bring your questions and explore where the AI frontier is headed.
10:45AM | 15-Minute Intermission
11:00AM | Microsoft Featured Session: Sandra Larrea
Unlocking Business Value with AI-Enabled Outcomes, Agents, and Autonomous ERP
Presenter: Sandra Larrea
Location: Covington 2&3
AI is transforming how finance operates - from forecasting and reporting to automation and strategic decision-making. Hear Microsoft’s vision for an AI-enabled future, and what is means for businesses using Dynamics 365.
- Microsoft’s Vision
- Microsoft Own Evolution (Modern Finance)
- AI in D365 F&SCM
- Agents in Action – Live Demo
12:00PM | Community Sponsor: Dynamics User Group (DUG)
Community Sponsor - Dynamics User Group (DUG)
Presenters: Bobby Small & Ryan Harris
Location: Covington 2&3
12:15PM | Break for Lunch
1:00PM | Breakout Sessions: Eric Kuhn & Bill Spurling
What’s New in Quality Management (Version 44 Preview)
Presenter: Eric Kuhn
Breakout Type: Functional
Location: Covington 1
Explore the latest quality control capabilities and preview features shaping the future of manufacturing in D365.
Let the Bots Do the Work: Fabric Data Agents in Action
Presenter: Bill Spurling
Breakout Type: Technical
Location: Covington 2&3
Automate smarter with Microsoft’s new Fabric Data Agents - low-code tools for big impact, cross-platform integration, and hands-on creation.
1:45PM | Breakout Sessions: Gonzalo Garcia & Jesper Livbjerg
AI-Augmented X++ Development with GitHub Copilot & MCP Servers
Presenter: Gonzalo Garcia
Breakout Type: Technical
Location: Covington 2&3
Agentic AI at work - turn functional specs into working X++ code using AI-powered development workflows designed for Dynamics 365.
What’s New in Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management
Presenter: Jesper Livbjerg
Breakout Type: Functional
Location: Covington 1
A deep dive into the latest updates transforming Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management - explore new functional enhancements and AI-driven capabilities reshaping end-to-end operations. Learn about the most impactful features in the latest release and gain practical takeaways to boost efficiency and visibility across your organization.
2:40PM | Expo & Snack Break
3:10PM | Event Sponsor
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3:30PM | Expert Panel: Licensing & User Security
Exploring Licensing and User Security in D365 and Power Platform
Moderator: Bill Davies
Expert Panelists: Doug Bellingeri, Tad Dockstader, Trisha Alverson, Rick Wood
Location: Covington 2&3
Licensing and security choices can make or break your Dynamics 365 strategy. Learn from security specialists and IT leaders how to avoid common pitfalls, cut costs, and strengthen compliance while protecting your business.
4:35PM | Event Sponsor
Coming soon!
4:55PM | Ellipse Solutions & Day #1 Wrap-Up
Ellipse Solutions & Day #1 Wrap-Up
Presenter: Rick Wood
Location: Covington 2&3
7:00PM | Networking & Charity Event
Networking & Charity Event
Location: The Gruff - 129 E 2nd St, Covington, KY 41011
Time: 7:00PM - 10:00 PM
Get ready for an evening of fun, friendly competition, and giving back at the Charity Trivia Extravaganza! Join your fellow Pulse attendees for a lively team trivia event where every point scored helps raise money for great causes.
Enjoy drinks, snacks, and plenty of laughs as teams battle through themed rounds - including a special Dynamics & Microsoft segment - to earn donations for their chosen charities. Creativity and spirit count too, with bonus prizes for the most entertaining team names, hilarious wrong answers, and best overall energy. It’s the perfect mix of networking, philanthropy, and pure Pulse fun!