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# QI Limited: At Qi, we support UK businesses with software, IT and infrastructure services tailored to how they operate.

Based in Bedfordshire, we take time to understand each client’s systems, pressures and plans, then provide practical support that meets immediate needs and supports long-term goals.

With decades of experience across Manufacturing, Assembly and Distribution, we help businesses implement, improve and manage the systems they rely on every day, from Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Microsoft 365 and Power Platform to Sage 50 Accounts, Cim50 and wider infrastructure services.

Our focus is on building long-term relationships through dependable support, technical expertise and clear, human advice, helping each business move forward with confidence and get lasting value from its technology.

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## Posts
- [The Benefits of SaaS for Operations Teams: Why Cloud Systems Outperform On-Prem](https://qil.co.uk/the-benefits-of-saas-for-operations-teams-why-cloud-systems-outperform-on-prem/): Over the last few years, businesses have had to adapt quickly. From the pandemic and rising energy costs, to changing staff expectations and ongoing pressure to control spending, operations team must respond fast, often with limited time to plan.
- [Is it Time to Get Serious About CRM And Sales Growth?](https://qil.co.uk/is-it-time-to-get-serious-about-crm-and-sales-growth/): If you've trialled a CRM solution or only made limited use of the CRM capabilities within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, now could be the ideal time to unlock the full potential of a modern CRM platform and accelerate your sales growth. 
- [Qi – Exciting Times. New Customer Resource and New Team Members](https://qil.co.uk/qi-exciting-times-new-customer-resource-and-new-team-members/): We are excited to share a couple of updates at Qi as we as a team continue to evolve and grow to meet the challenges (old and new) of our lovely customers!
- [Qi ‘How To’- Cim50 Processing Work orders](https://qil.co.uk/qi-how-to-cim50-processing-work-orders/): This 'How to' article is going to break down how to navigate Cim50's Work order Module which makes managing your build process simple- all fully integrated with Sage 50 Accounts
- [Qi ‘How to’- Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central & personalising your user view](https://qil.co.uk/qi-how-to-microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central-personalising-your-user-view/): Sometimes, you just want to know 'How to'. Our series of function-based articles will be helpful.
- [Qi ‘How to’: simple tips to improve your Cyber Health](https://qil.co.uk/qi-how-to-simple-tips-to-improve-your-cyber-health/): Cyber security is a growing risk for businesses of all sizes, not just large organisations. Many SMEs are targeted because attackers know that small gaps in security are often easier to exploit.
- [Cim50 2026 MRP for Sage 50 Accounts- New feature packed version](https://qil.co.uk/cim50-2026-mrp-for-sage-50-accounts-new-feature-packed-version/): Cim50 V2025, due for release in May, focuses on improving traceability, stock control, and planning accurately, while also introducing usability improvements across the system. The update will give manufactures more control over data, reduce manual work, and support more reliable decision-making on the shop floor and production.
- [Business Central 2026 Wave 1- What this will mean for you](https://qil.co.uk/business-central-2026-wave-1-what-this-will-mean-for-you/): Business Central receives two major platforms updates each year, known as Wave 1 and Wave 2. Wave 1 will typically run from April to September, with new features gradually released during this period. The 2026 Wave 1 release starts from the 1st of April 2026.
- [The value of externally backing up Microsoft 365 data](https://qil.co.uk/the-value-of-externally-backing-up-office-365-data/): Surely not?  Isn’t Microsoft Office 365 a SaaS solution?  As a SaaS isn’t it therefore ‘bullet proof’ regarding data loss? 
- [Dynamics 365 Team and Device licenses for improved profitability](https://qil.co.uk/migrating-from-sage-50-manufacturing-and-accounts-to-improve-profitability/): If you are migrating or upgrading from Sage 50 Manufacturing and Accounts to an alternative solution to answer your accounting, operational and CRM needs it is likely because you not only wish to provide your business and its staff with more comprehensive information but that this information is accessible appropriately from across your operation.
- [Revolutionising Business Efficiency with Business Central, AI & Agentic AI](https://qil.co.uk/revolutionizing-business-efficiency-with-business-central-and-ai/): Copilot in Business Central helps to drive process automation and release valuable time back into the working day.
- [ERP helps SME’s face biggest challenges](https://qil.co.uk/erp-helps-smes-face-biggest-challenges/): If you're struggling with business growth, here are some helpful solutions to put into practice 
- [Dynamics & Microsoft  365 will get you started on your journey to Industry 4.0, the future of Manufacturing](https://qil.co.uk/going-paperless-dynamics-office-365-will-get-you-started/): Paperless manufacturing in Industry 4.0 refers to the digitalisation of all factory documentation and workflows using MES, IoT, and cloud technologies to eliminate paper, improve efficiency, enable real-time data visibility, and enhance production quality.
- [Avoiding Cyber attack – don’t let your infrastructure be a sitting target](https://qil.co.uk/cyber-attack-dont-be-a-sitting-target/): Cyber Attacks are not going away, nor is the need for better Cyber Security
- [Reduce the risk of Microsoft 365 data hacking & Microsoft token theft  with Two Factor Authentication & Conditional Access Policies](https://qil.co.uk/reduce-the-risk-of-microsoft-365-data-hacking-with-two-factor-authentication/): A username and password are no longer enough to protect your systems if you want to reduce your chances of being hacked by cyber attackers, to the bare minimum.
- [<strong>Need to automate processes and digitally transform your business?</strong>](https://qil.co.uk/want-to-automate-processes-and-digitally-transform/): In this article Qi aims to give you firm information regarding costs, downtime and business continuity.
- [Move on from Sage 50 Manufacturing – plan your migration to a modern MRP](https://qil.co.uk/move-on-from-sage-50-manufacturing-plan-your-migration/): In August 2020, Sage UK announced the withdrawal of Sage 50 Manufacturing.  Sage UK’s recommendations for replacement software options can be navigated from this link.
- [Why upgrading Sage 50 Accounts to Dynamics 365 Business Central SaaS ERP makes sense for your business](https://qil.co.uk/upgrading-sage-50-accounts-to-dynamics-365-business-central-saas-erp/): Software as a service became the 'buzz word' of 2018 and is now the reality of 2026 with all major software vendors now offering their software on the SaaS model.  The SaaS model for browser based software*,  enabled businesses to avoid large up front software costs and dramatically reduce the complexity of their on site hardware infrastructures, whilst gaining efficiencies, improving system security and meeting ever tough supply chain requirements such as Cyber Essentials.
- [Cim50 2026- Is it time for you to  upgrade?](https://qil.co.uk/cim50-2026-is-it-time-for-you-to-upgrade/): The latest version of Cim50 Manufacturing V25 was released in the last quarter of 2025. It is the biggest annual release yet.
- [User System Pain – The Friction Nobody Reports and The Costs Rarely counted](https://qil.co.uk/user-system-pain-the-friction-nobody-reports-and-the-costs-rarely-counted/): A task needs to be completed by a user but issues with the software required to complete that tasks present repeated obstacles resulting in protracting the time taken to complete said task, thus reducing efficiencies.
- [Upgrade from NAV on prem to Business Central SaaS](https://qil.co.uk/need-a-nav-business-central-manufacturing-specialist-partner/): Need manufacturing support on NAV or Business Central?
- [Need to migrate/upgrade from Sage? Trial Microsoft Business Central ERP for free!](https://qil.co.uk/need-to-migrate-upgrade-from-sage-trial-microsoft-business-central-erp-for-free/): Business Central replaces Sage to provide to improve efficencies.
- [D365 Business Central Wave 1 2026 release – the ‘New Pricing Experience’ and How it Impacts Your Price lists](https://qil.co.uk/d365-business-central-wave-1-2026-release-the-new-pricing-experience-and-how-it-impacts-your-price-lists/): This purpose of this article is to give you an idea of how this will impact your current price lists, and what new functionalities you are going to have available to you.
- [Sage 50 vs Business Central Comparison](https://qil.co.uk/sage-50-vs-microsoft-dynamics-365-comparison-guide/): Following Sage UK's announcement in December 2025, of a further increase on the current published price of Sage 50 accounts of circa 12% (they have not yet published their precise RRP’s at the time of publishing). Businesses who have used Sage 50 accounts for years now are reviewing business applications options.
- [Scalable Cloud ERP for Startups](https://qil.co.uk/why-startups-choose-microsoft-dynamics-business-central/): Successful Startups by design tend not to stay small for long. In the first few weeks following launch, spreadsheets, email chains, and basic accounting tools may suffice but once growth starts, which is the usual vision - things start to 'break'.
- [Qi 2025 roundup](https://qil.co.uk/qi-2025-roundup/): Qi starts another another exciting year as a Microsoft Solutions Partner- Business Applications Specialist and commences 2 new projects!
- [Qi wins the Emerging Excellence Award 2025 for Microsoft Activities](https://qil.co.uk/qi-wins-the-emerging-excellence-award-2025-for-microsoft-activities/): Qi keeps pace with Microsoft's Evolving Technology
- [Five top reasons you need Cyber Essentials to win more Business](https://qil.co.uk/five-top-reasons-you-need-cyber-essentials-to-win-more-business/): More trust - more business!
- [Business Central Sales Agent ](https://qil.co.uk/qis-ai-sales-order-processing-agent-for-business-central/): An AI Sales Order Processing Agent creates value for a business by automating and optimising everything that happens from the moment a customers says "I want to buy" to the moment the order is confirmed, routed, and fulfilled.
- [Business Central Wave 2- What’s new and why it matters.](https://qil.co.uk/business-central-wave-2-whats-new-and-why-it-matters/): As always, Microsoft has packed Wave 2 with a host of new features and capabilities. There is a focus on e-commerce, Copilot, features for R & D companies who market and sell but manufacture off-site and a new Quality Management feature set which helps to meet ever demanding supply chains.  
- [Move from Sage MRP to Business Central – Reviewing Business Applications ](https://qil.co.uk/move-from-sage-mrp-to-business-central-reviewing-business-applications/): Migrating from Sage 50 and Sage 50 MRP to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central can be a strategic upgrade for UK manufacturers, especially those seeking scalability, integration, and modern ERP capabilities. Here are the key reasons why this move makes sense.
- [Business Central Partner UK](https://qil.co.uk/business-central-partner-uk/): Would you prefer a Business Central Partner that offers everything you need from their UK Headquarters?
- [Business Central Troubleshooting](https://qil.co.uk/business-central-troubleshooting/): Are you struggling to find a partner who can troubleshoot your implementation despite your best efforts?
- [Dynamics 365 Business Central Migration Support Experts](https://qil.co.uk/dynamics-365-business-central-migration-support-experts/): Move from your current business application to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central with confidence with Qi...
- [Affordable Microsoft Business Central Support with UK Based Experts](https://qil.co.uk/affordable-microsoft-business-central-support-with-uk-based-experts/): Whether you're already live on Dynamics 365 Business Central and exploring alternative support options—or planning your implementation and looking for a reliable, cost-effective support partner—Qi Ltd is here to help.
- [Best Dynamics 365 Business Central Consultants for SME Manufacturers – Qi Ltd ](https://qil.co.uk/best-dynamics-365-business-central-consultants-for-sme-manufacturers-qi-ltd/): If you’ve chosen to move away from legacy business systems, you’ve made a smart decision by selecting Dynamics 365 Business Central—a modern, scalable ERP platform designed to flex with your business needs. Now comes the critical step: choosing the right Business Central partner to ensure your project’s success. 
- [Dynamics 365 ERP Business Central SaaS – Implementation Options & Costs from Qi Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/dynamics-365-erp-business-central-saas-implementation-options-costs-from-qi-ltd/): Choosing the right implementation approach — with the right partner — is critical to the success of your Dynamics 365 Business Central project. At Qi, we speak your language. With over 27 years of experience, we offer flexible implementation styles to suit your internal resources, data complexity, and business goals.
- [Qi VA (Vulnerability Assessment), Penetrative Testing and Cyber Security](https://qil.co.uk/qi-va-vulnerability-assessment-penetrative-testing-and-cyber-security/): Penetration Testing (Pen Testing) is a simulated cyberattack against your system, network, or application. It’s designed to identify and exploit vulnerabilities—just like a real attacker would.
- [Using Business Central and need an integrated Field Service Engineer app?](https://qil.co.uk/using-business-central-and-need-an-integrated-field-service-engineer-app/): Qi Ltd has developed a suite of Field Service Engineer (FSE) applications designed to seamlessly integrate with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, enabling businesses to transition away from third-party solutions. These applications streamline field operations, enhance data accuracy, and improve customer service.
- [Qi Ltd, Your Sage to Business Central Data Migration Specialists](https://qil.co.uk/qi-ltd-your-sage-to-business-central-data-migration-specialists/): You’ve already made the smart decision to move forward with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central — a world-leading ERP solution. Now, it's time to ensure your migration from Sage is smooth, accurate, and future-proof.
- [AI Business Central Sales Order Agent – simple to use focussed functionality](https://qil.co.uk/ai-business-central-sales-order-agent-simple-to-use-focussed-functionality/): Microsoft's introduction of pre-built AI agents in Dynamics 365 Business Central marks a significant shift in enterprise automation, aiming to streamline operations and reduce manual errors. These agents, such as the Sales Order Agent, are designed to handle specific tasks autonomously, allowing businesses to scale efficiently without the traditional challenges associated with growth.
- [What’s New in Dynamics 365 Business Central Wave 1 2025 Updates?](https://qil.co.uk/whats-new-in-dynamics-365-business-central-wave-1-2025-updates/): Wave 1 2025 Business Central Release
- [The Qi Annual Business Applications Review – A Key Part of Your QiCover Contract](https://qil.co.uk/the-qi-annual-business-applications-review-a-key-part-of-your-qicover-contract/): Running a business is like taking a road trip—you need a clear map to guide you. The same applies to your IT infrastructure, including the business applications you rely on every day.
- [Why Use Microsoft Power Pages Instead of Third-Party Web Portal Apps?](https://qil.co.uk/why-use-microsoft-power-pages-instead-of-third-party-web-portal-apps/): Why Power Pages wins over 3rd Party web apps
- [Accountants and Manufacturing Clients: Why Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is the Perfect Recommendation](https://qil.co.uk/accountants-and-manufacturing-clients-why-microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central-is-the-perfect-recommendation/): For years, accountants have, understandably recommended finance-focused solutions like Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage 50. However, for clients in manufacturing, assembly, or distribution, these solutions often fall short. These businesses require more than just financial tools—they need systems that integrate manufacturing, financials, and CRM into one seamless package.
- [Qi Achieves Prestigious Microsoft Business Central Certification – Small and MidSize Business Management](https://qil.co.uk/qi-achieves-prestigious-microsoft-business-central-certification-small-and-midsize-business-management/): Qi Ltd achieves prestigious Microsoft Business Central accreditation.
- [Sage UK Increases Prices again for Sage 50 Accounts from April 2025](https://qil.co.uk/sage-uk-increases-prices-for-sage-50c-accounts-from-april-2025/): Sage UK announce price increase for Sage 50 Accounts in 2025
- [Tom Watson Joins the Qi Board of Directors to Support Continued Growth](https://qil.co.uk/tom-watson-joins-the-qi-board-of-directors-to-support-continued-growth/): At Qi, many of our customers have been with us for over a decade, and in some cases, for nearly 30 years! We take pride in the fact that, throughout this time, Qi has continually evolved to meet the needs of our customers, driving both our growth and theirs.
- [Sage 200 Manufacturing is Out of Extended Support – Action Required](https://qil.co.uk/sage-200-manufacturing-is-out-of-extended-support-action-required/): Sage UK call 'time' on Sage 200 Manufacturing. Businesses must migrate to an alternative by December 2025
- [Sage 50 Accounts has gone 64bit!](https://qil.co.uk/sage-50c-had-gone-64bit/): Sage50c is now available in 64bit technology including SDO. This offers a host of improvements regarding Access bespoke integration and Power Platform development
- [Actual vs Estimated Manufacturing Costs: How Business Central Helps](https://qil.co.uk/understanding-actuals-estimates-manufacturing-costs-in-business-central-manufacturing/): In manufacturing, it's crucial to monitor when the actual cost of production surpasses the estimated cost. These costs can arise from labour, raw materials, assembly parts, or transportation. The key to staying profitable while remaining competitive lies in accurately tracking and managing these costs.
- [Qi Ltd is moving House!](https://qil.co.uk/qi-ltd-is-moving-house/): Qi, Bedfordshire based Microsoft Gold Partner, moves to purpose built premises as the business grows and to meet onsite training needs for its customers.
- [Does Sage 50 Cloud Accounts Require a Server?](https://qil.co.uk/does-sage-50-cloud-require-a-server/): Can Sage 50 Cloud be run without installing it on a server
- [Microsoft Planner for business task management & simple project management](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-planner-for-business-task-management-simple-project-management/): Qi reviews Microsoft Planner and its benefits to improve task and project management across your business.
- [Sage 50 Accounts Data Corruption, what is the solution?](https://qil.co.uk/sage-50c-data-corruption-what-is-the-solution/): Sage accounts data corruption is not acceptable for several reasons, including:
- [Infrastructure support: Embracing Advice and Accepting Consequences](https://qil.co.uk/infrastructure-support-embracing-advice-and-accepting-consequences/): Qi makes infrastructure pre-requisite recommendations to protect your business and your data
- [Front Line worker efficiency with Microsoft 365](https://qil.co.uk/front-line-worker-efficiency-with-microsoft-365/): Frontline workers on your shop floor and in the field need digital tools to improve efficencies.
- [Navigating the Pitfalls: Sage 50 Accounts Professional and the Importance of Upgrades](https://qil.co.uk/navigating-the-pitfalls-sage-50c-accounts-professional-and-the-importance-of-upgrades/): Keep your Sage 50 Accounts Professional version up to date
- [Assessing the Continued Relevance of Sage 200 for Your Business](https://qil.co.uk/assessing-the-continued-relevance-of-sage-200-for-your-business/): Sage 200 versus Sage 50, is Sage 200 still the right fit for your business?
- [Sage 50 Manufacturing support via Qi Ltd, Sage Business Partner](https://qil.co.uk/sage-50-manufacturing-support-via-qi-ltd-sage-business-partner/): Sage 50 Manufacturing and Sage 50 Accounts end of life
- [Avoid Cyber Attacks with Cyber Essentials](https://qil.co.uk/qi-ltd-and-cyber-essentials/): SME's are under threat of increased cyber attack. Cyber Essentials will help.
- [Microsoft Office 365 Premium + Basic compliant  solutions](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-office-365-premium-basic-compliant-solutions/): Qi provides advice on how to avoid breaking Microsoft terms and conditions when licensing products
- [Microsoft Power Apps, A Real-world example – Service and Sales engineers](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-power-apps-a-real-world-example-service-and-sales-engineers/): Connecting your remote staff to your central system is an essential piece of the puzzle
- [Why you must Review your Microsoft 365 Portfolio](https://qil.co.uk/why-you-must-review-your-microsoft-365-portfolio/): Qi will work with you to fully review your Microsoft 365 licences. Are they right for you and are they compliant?
- [Microsoft actively polices for licensing contraventions.  Do not get caught out!](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-actively-polices-for-licensing-contraventions-do-not-get-caught-out/): Microsoft is now closing the various loopholes that have emerged since the launch of Microsoft 365 on subscription.
- [Microsoft Power Business Intelligence – A real-world use example ‘Plan my visits’.](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-power-business-intelligence-a-real-world-use-example-plan-my-visits/): Business Intelligence (BI) refers to the technology that enables businesses to organize, analyse and contextualize business data from around the company. BI includes multiple tools and techniques to transform raw data into meaningful and actionable information.
- [Business Email Compromise, Malware, Phishing & Spam Nightmares, stop with Datto SaaS Defense !](https://qil.co.uk/business-email-compromise-malware-phishing-spam-nightmares-stop-with-datto-saas-defense/): If you have advanced threat protection (ATP) software in place, it will be doing something but not everything to reduce your threat of attack.
- [Sage Accounts and Sage Manufacturing Capabilities in the Cloud](https://qil.co.uk/sage-accounts-and-sage-manufacturing-capabilities-in-the-cloud/): Qi explores how to achieve manufacturing functionality with Sage accounting software.
- [Qi Ltd, Bedfordshire Microsoft Gold Business Partner, recruitment special](https://qil.co.uk/qi-ltd-bedfordshire-microsoft-gold-business-partner-recruitment-special/): Join the Qi Team and fit right in!
- [Microsoft aligns subscriptions with USD Exchange Rates. What’s the cost?](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-aligns-subscriptions-with-usd-exchange-rates-whats-the-cost/): Qi provides insight into Microsoft price changes. April 2023
- [How much to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP?](https://qil.co.uk/how-much-to-implement-microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central-erp/): Qi Ltd, Microsoft Gold Partner discusses project costs for a migration to Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP
- [Microsoft’s Zero Trust and why you need to deploy it](https://qil.co.uk/microsofts-zero-trust-and-why-you-need-to-deploy-it/): Qi explores Microsoft's Zero Trust Strategy and how SME's can take manageable to improve network security
- [Microsoft Defender for Endpoint – best in breed security](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint-best-in-breed-security/): Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is an enterprise endpoint security platform designed to help enterprise networks prevent, detect, investigate, and respond to advanced threats.
- [Sage 50 Manufacturing Support for Existing Users – A lifeline](https://qil.co.uk/sage-50-manufacturing-support-for-existing-users-a-lifeline/): In August 2020 Sage UK announced the official withdrawal of Sage 50 Manufacturing which since 2002 has been the recommended integrated MRP for Sage 50 Accounts users.
- [How to improve supply chain and reduce costs with ERP](https://qil.co.uk/how-to-improve-supply-chain-and-reduce-costs-with-erp/): The pandemic and the current war in Ukraine continue to affect the supply chains of Manufacturers in the UK.
- [What is the best practice for backing up your server?](https://qil.co.uk/what-is-the-best-practice-for-backing-up-your-server/):  
- [Upgrade NAV on-premise to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central SaaS (cloud) for less than you think?](https://qil.co.uk/upgrade-nav-on-premise-to-microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central-saas-cloud-for-less-than-you-think/): Working with the right Microsoft Business Partner is the key to getting your project done for a realistic budget .
- [Sage 200 and Sicon MRP, SAP & Dynamics 365 Business Central features comparison](https://qil.co.uk/sage-200-sap-and-dynamics-365-features-comparison/): The aim of this article is to ‘cut to the chase’ considering three, market leading candidates for a Sage 50 upgrade and migration project. The aim is to highlight key areas of comparison between Sage 200, SAP and Microsoft Dynamics 365
- [Microsoft’s Dynamics 365 Business Central & New Features](https://qil.co.uk/microsofts-dynamics-365-business-central-new-features/): One of the major advantages of any Microsoft software is that it’s just that – Microsoft!  Smaller software vendors are often excellent at adding new features and fixes to their software but there are always risks to continuity and a smaller pool of business partners to works with.  The Microsoft Business Central Partner network is global with over 3000 specialising partners.
- [Qi Ltd, your Small and Midsize Business Management advanced specialists for Business Central](https://qil.co.uk/qi-ltd-your-small-and-midsize-business-management-advanced-specialists-for-business-central/): Qi Ltd Business Central Specialists
- [Sage 50 Manufacturing – unable to print documents/reports](https://qil.co.uk/sage-50-manufacturing-unable-to-print-documents/): Sage 50 Manufacturing is end of life and whilst users who interface Sage 50 Manufacturing with Sage50c Accounts V27.1 and below can print documents from Sage 50 Manufacturing, an upgrade to V28 of Sage50c Accounts will remove this functionality.
- [Microsoft price increases and changes to the Microsoft payment model](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-price-increases-and-changes-to-the-microsoft-payment-model/): Microsoft have decided to rip off the sticking plaster opting to issue a product price increase to some of their Microsoft and Office products and change their global payment model across the Microsoft board, at the same time.
- [Sage 50 Accounts Professional Price Increase announced](https://qil.co.uk/sage-50c-professional-price-increase-announced/): We have been notified by Sage of a price increase to Sage 50 Accounts Professional (Sage 50 Accounts Professional for users on V24 and below).
- [Microsoft Windows 11 and what  it means for your business?](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-windows-11-and-what-it-means-for-your-business/): Windows 11 is out now.  It may be tempting to download the upgrade if your machine is compatible, but our advice would be to think very carefully before moving to Windows 11 at this early stage in its release.
- [Grant funding for SME Manufacturers, Assemblers and Distributors in the UK](https://qil.co.uk/grant-funding-for-sme-manufacturers-assemblers-and-distributors-in-the-uk/): Despite the tough economic climate and the huge impact, the pandemic has had on government spending there are still grants available for SME’s in the UK who are operating on legacy software and whose wider business strategy for success includes a digital transformation which includes an Enterprise Resource Planning solution (ERP)
- [Microsoft 365 Business Voice (Teams telephony services)](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-365-business-voice-teams-telephony-services/): Microsoft 365 Business Voice is one of the licencing options you can subscribe to, to make further use of Teams, a Microsoft 365 app to provide your VoIP telephony.  You will need to have a Microsoft 365 licence that includes Teams as an app to extend your use of Teams to include telephony services.
- [ERP deployment methods – choose wisely!](https://qil.co.uk/erp-deployment-methods-choose-wisely/): Software deployment projects have changed dramatically in the last 25 years in line with changing IT landscapes.  Cloud ERP does not require the installation of software on a server and PC’s and the way many ERPs are modified for industry specific functionality involve standard toolkits that achieve intelligent system changes that exist within your software rather than outside of it as an interfacing but separate programme.  It’s slicker and very efficient.
- [A day in the life of an MD and real time data access](https://qil.co.uk/a-day-in-the-life-of-an-md-and-real-time-data-access/): Here is an interesting overview of how Sage 50 Accounts can support mobile access to accounts data while an MD is out and about.
- [Microsoft 365 integration with Dynamics 365 Business Central](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-365-integration-with-dynamics-365-business-central/): Dynamics 365 Business Central is an ERP system designed for small to medium-sized businesses that enables them to run their entire business—from finance, operations, sales, service, and marketing – from a single platform. While Business Central is relatively new, having been released in 2018, the familiar suite of business applications that encompasses Microsoft Office has been relied upon and trusted by businesses for many years. In fact, Office’s newest subscription-based version, Office 365, is the most widely used cloud service by user count.
- [Qi Network Infrastructure Support (formerly hardware & networks)](https://qil.co.uk/qi-network-infrastructure-support-formerly-hardware-networks/): Qi strives to support its customers holistically. Our hardware & networks department has been going strong since 2001.  The IT landscape was very different then and so was the remit of that department based on the landscape.  Hardware & Networks was about servers, PC’s, laptops, printers, and the security software available at the time to protect it all.  Soldering irons, on site visits and air-conditioned server rooms were the order of the day! 
- [Remote working, the hybrid model is here to stay](https://qil.co.uk/remote-working-the-hybrid-model-is-here-to-stay/): This BBC article provides an interesting insight into how UK working practices may have changed for good due to the recent pandemic and the expectation that lock down measures may return in the months and years to come.
- [Qi Ltd achieves Microsoft Gold Partner status in 2021](https://qil.co.uk/qi-ltd-achieves-microsoft-gold-partner-status-in-2021/): In the words of Microsoft business partners can:
- [The move to SaaS is a smart choice, here is why.](https://qil.co.uk/the-move-to-saas-is-a-smart-choice-here-is-why/): Twenty years ago, SaaS was a little-known term.  Fast forward to 2021 and SMEs in the UK are becoming increasingly familiar with the term and the concept.
- [Sage 50 Accounts v27.1 and below, HMRC MTD VAT & Supplier Payments](https://qil.co.uk/sage-50c-v27-1-and-below-hmrc-mtd-vat-supplier-payments/): Many businesses have had other things on their minds over the last 12 months but as the UK starts to ‘unlock’ and our minds begin to focus once more on pre-Covid matters we must once again revisit Sage software versioning and how it impacts your business.
- [Government Announces Grant for SME Digital Transformation – Help to Grow](https://qil.co.uk/government-announces-grant-for-sme-digital-transformation-help-to-grow/): Many parents will be exhaling slowly as school children return to class-based learning.  The re-opening of schools is the first step to the national ‘unlocking’ of the UK.  It has been a hard year and it’s only March!
- [Sage 50 Accounts and Brexit changes](https://qil.co.uk/sage-50c-accounts-and-brexit-changes/): Whilst QiCover for Sage 50 provides friendly and knowledgeable technical software support, we can’t help our customers unravel their specific Brexit related conundrums when it comes to matters like ‘What tax code should I be using?’
- [A full deployment of Teams & SharePoint will support remote working in 2021](https://qil.co.uk/a-full-deployment-of-teams-sharepoint-will-support-remote-working-in-2021/): Since March 2020 it’s no surprise that the use of online collaborations platforms has increased dramatically.
- [A Year in the life of Qi – Microsoft and Sage Business Partner in the UK specialising in ERP](https://qil.co.uk/a-year-in-the-life-of-qi-microsoft-and-sage-business-partner-in-the-uk-specialising-in-erp/): Here are the ‘edited highlights’ for 2020 for those that missed our articles and posts.
- [Office 365 Business Premium supports data governance and data security in and outside of the building](https://qil.co.uk/office-365-business-premium-supports-data-governance-and-data-security-in-and-outside-of-the-building/): The popular licesing level for Office 365 has been Business Standard but increasingly businesses are moving to  Office 365 Business Premium because of specific enhancements which protect their network infrastructure, their data and reinforce their GDPR policies.
- [The future for on premise Microsoft Dynamics software.](https://qil.co.uk/the-future-for-on-premise-microsoft-dynamics-software/): A new offer from Microsoft aims to draw customers of several on-premises (on-prem) Dynamics ERP solutions including NAV/Dynamics 365 Business Central, to the Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) programme,  with new monthly payment options for traditional enhancement plans and new subscription license discounts for Dynamics 365 Business Central SaaS.
- [Grant Funding for ERP and MRP software projects in the UK](https://qil.co.uk/grant-funding-for-erp-and-other-manufacturing-software-projects-in-the-uk/): As SME’s in the UK continue to deal with the ‘new normality’ enforced by Covid 19, many businesses are going a step further than just dealing with it – they are actively reviewing their business model and identifying areas of improvement to support continuity and growth.
- [Clocking in for work safely, using Microsoft Teams Shift Management](https://qil.co.uk/clocking-in-for-work-safely-using-microsoft-teams-shift-management/): The advice in the workplace for all hard surfaces is to clean, disinfect and clean again, and again, and again throughout the working day.
- [Microsoft launches Teams ‘Walkie Talkie’ secure instant voice broadcasting](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-launches-teams-walkie-talkie-secure-instant-voice-broadcasting/): Microsoft Teams in an app available with Office 365 licences. See previous articles to understand why Teams is such an invaluable tool for the 'new normal' workplace.
- [Cloud, Servers, Spikes, SaaS and SMB Success](https://qil.co.uk/cloud-servers-spikes-saas-and-smb-success/): The events of the last 3 months have impacted the majority of businesses across the globe and without doubt the challenges for most SMB’s in the UK have been considerable and many.
- [Migrating from Sage 50 Accounts and Manufacturing to digitally transform your business.](https://qil.co.uk/migrating-from-sage-50-accounts-and-manufacturing-to-digitally-transform-your-business/): This recent Forbes article makes an interesting read.  It considers how the Covid-19 pandemic has brought the need for businesses to digitally transform, migrating away from legacy software to the top of many business plans.
- [Is Sage 50 Cloud Accounts Professional the best upgrade for your business?](https://qil.co.uk/is-sage-50-cloud-accounts-professional-the-best-upgrade-for-your-business/): If you are running Sage 50 Accounts on version 2018 or below you will be keen to upgrade to a cloud-based SaaS licensing that enables you to work from anywhere with an internet connection.  You need to ensure your accounting application remains compatible with latest versions of Office 365 and is MTD compliant.  You will want to be able to access your central solution from different devices (phone, laptop, tablet).
- [Should Sage 50 Accounts & Manufacturing users upgrade to Cloud services now?](https://qil.co.uk/upgrade-sage-50-accounts-manufacturing-users-upgrade-to-cloud-services-now/): The events of the recent weeks have been shocking, upsetting and deeply concerning not only for the UK but for the world.  Businesses have been forced to change their model to extend their ability to work remotely and in many instances in the UK SME manufacturing sector – embrace it for the first time. 
- [Teams Office 365 Deployment.  Do it yourself or Do it right first time?](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-teams-office-365-deployment-do-it-yourself-or-do-it-right-first-time/): Microsoft Teams is a tool that enables people to chat, make calls, have live meetings, and share docs. But Teams is also a "hub for productivity".  It is included in the cost of Office 365 Essentials, Business Premium, E1 and E3.
- [Backing up your Office 365 SaaS and Qi Office 365 SaaS Protect](https://qil.co.uk/backup-your-office-365-saas-and-qi-office-365-saas-protect/): It is usually more cost effective to maintain the email account of a ‘leaver’ in backup as provided by QiOffice 365 SaaS Protect, than paying for maintaining the mailbox of a member of staff who has moved on. 
- [Upgrading from Sage 50 cloud accounts, SaaS accounts and retaining archived data](https://qil.co.uk/upgrading-from-sage-50-cloud-accounts-saas-accounts-and-retaining-archived-data/): Customers who make use of an accounting package on subscription, like Sage 50 cloud accounts will be interested to understand how to retain access to your Sage 50  cloud accounts archived information when you migrate to a SaaS ERP to fulfil manufacturing requirements.
- [Manufacturing Requirements Planning (MRP) Sage 50 Manufacturing](https://qil.co.uk/manufacturing-requirements-planning-mrp-sage-50-manufacturing/): SME's are considered to be the back-bone of the UK economy and recent statistics indicate they account for 47% of revenue to the UK economy.  Of that, according to the Economic and Social Research council, 11% is contributed by Manufacturing in the UK which has in fact showed a steady increase over the last 20 years.
- [Qi Hardware & Network and Sage 50 Accounts software support contracts.  Do I need them?  If so – what kind?](https://qil.co.uk/qi-hardware-network-and-sage-50c-accounts-software-support-contracts-do-i-need-them-if-so-what-kind/): Support for your IT infrastructure: hardware, firewall, Office 365 is not mandatory unless your supply chain insists upon it as part of your contracts with them.
- [3 Good Reasons for using a single support provider for Hardware, Sage 50 and Microsoft](https://qil.co.uk/3-good-reasons-to-using-a-single-support-provider-for-hardware-sage-50-and-microsoft/): Very often – as is the case with Qi, the more support contracts you have in place, the greater discounts of scale can be reflected.  Price is important for sure but it’s not everything.  Let’s look at the operational impact a single point of support has on your business and the benefits this can return.
- [High employment rates and how SME’s can beat the recruitment race using ERP](https://qil.co.uk/high-employment-rates-and-how-smes-can-beat-the-recruitment-race-using-erp/): We know that unemployment in the UK hasn’t been so low since the mid 1970’s.  This is great news for the economy generally, but it does make the adage ‘can’t get the staff these days’ ring truer than ever.
- [Microsoft Business Central provides SME’s with best in class data security using SaaS](https://qil.co.uk/microsoft-business-central-provides-smes-with-best-in-class-data-security-using-saas/): What Backup does Microsoft Business Central provide?
- [Sage 50 Data Migration to Dynamics 365 Business Central is pain free](https://qil.co.uk/sage-50-data-migration-dynamics-365-business-central/): Your data supports your business. You should be involved. Understanding the journey your data is going to make and having total confidence in the provider that is taking it on this journey, makes for a great relationship with your business partner and ensures you remain engaged with your project, albeit removed from the technical aspects of it.
- [Automating Order Checking and Approval Process with Office 365 Power App](https://qil.co.uk/automating-order-checking-and-approval-process-with-office-365-power-app/): If you are a manufacturer, distributor or assembler you will be taking orders against which to prepare your product for despatch. Incorrect order processing is costly resulting in returned orders, disgruntled customers, skewed stock purchasing decisions and often finished stock that is very difficult to redeploy to another order. This type of finished stock sits in the warehouse until it is eventually written down and is ultimately a loss.
- [Timing a cloud migration for your business](https://qil.co.uk/timing-a-cloud-migration-for-your-business/): As an example, Sage 50 Accounts Professional, whilst it can be moved to a privately hosted cloud space returns a rather shaky investment if you look at the monthly cost. The Sage 50 suite has proved to be the staple work horse of many an SME since the turn of the century and has served many businesses well. The Sage 50 platform however was not designed to run on a Cloud server and thus it requires a far greater Cloud ‘space’ than other applications that are purely SQL. More ‘space’ means a higher monthly cost which for most businesses is very hard to justify. Whilst Sage as a brand has launched Sage 50 Accounts which enables businesses to pay for a subscription that includes access to Sage’s Cloud infrastructure, this is only proving to be satisfactory for those companies that only use the Sage 50 Accounting package in complete isolation.

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## Team Members
- [Tom Watson](https://qil.co.uk/team-member/tom-watson/): As a Director at QI Limited, I lead the delivery of business solutions that help small and medium-sized enterprises operate more efficiently and scale with confidence. As a Microsoft Partner, we specialise in implementing and supporting solutions such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Microsoft 365, and the wider Power Platform, alongside Sage solutions where appropriate.
- [Steve Watson](https://qil.co.uk/team-member/steve-watson/): "We treat each customer with respect and understanding.  Supporting our customers’ businesses successfully makes us successful.  As they achieve their goals, so do we.  The existence and success of Qi is wholly dependent on delivering the best customer experience possible, deploying robust technology that fulfils the brief"

## Case Studies
- [Elecro Engineering](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/elecro-engineering/): Qi replaced disconnected Sage and Salesforce systems with cloud-based Dynamics 365 Business Central on Azure, delivering unified operations and a 90% time-saving on serial number recording.
- [Shield Batteries](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/shield-batteries/): Qi designed a SharePoint environment with secure permissions and real-time document control across multiple sites, boosting confidence in live information and increasing staff efficiency by 15%.
- [Adan Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/adan-ltd/): Qi migrated Adan from Sage 50 to Dynamics 365 Business Central using QiMigrate, achieving go-live in just 10 working days on a modern cloud ERP platform.
- [Purpleline Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/purpleline-ltd/): Qi migrated Purpleline from Sage 200 to Dynamics 365 Business Central, delivering MTD-compliant cloud ERP, smarter stock control and a 40% time-saving on assembly orders.
- [Fire Safe and Sound (FSS)](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/fire-safe-and-sound-fss/): Qi rolled out Dynamics 365 Business Central on Azure across the group, delivering real-time multi-site visibility, accurate stock control and zero processing downtime at go-live.
- [Grant MacDonald (Silversmiths) Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/grant-macdonald-silversmiths-ltd/): Qi installed a new SSD server, client PCs, automated cloud backup and UTM firewall, delivering a secure, responsive network with zero hours of processing downtime.
- [Gemini Prototyping and Manufacturing Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/gemini-prototyping-and-manufacturing-ltd/): Qi migrated Gemini from Sage to a scalable manufacturing solution across multiple sites, improving operational control, supply chain compliance and delivering a 60% data-processing time-saving.
- [Chesser Engineering Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/chesser-engineering-ltd/): Qi migrated Chesser from Sage 50 and Access to Dynamics 365 Business Central, enabling accurate quoting, reduced administration and live business data from any device.
- [ATL Agricultural Technology Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/atl-agricultural-technology-ltd/): Qi migrated ATL to Dynamics 365 Business Central Premium and Microsoft 365, improving CRM visibility, traceability and forecasting, with faster, more accurate multi-currency quoting.
- [Ezystak Conveyors (a McGrath Manufacturing company)](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/ezystak-conveyors-a-mcgrath-manufacturing-company/): Qi replaced Excel with Cim50 Manufacturing for Sage 50, improving production planning, purchasing and stock control, and saving the Operations Manager over an hour daily.
- [MoreLife](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/morelife/): Qi upgraded MoreLife from NAV to Business Central SaaS with integrated Sage 50 Cloud Payroll, delivering automatic updates, reduced server reliance and significant payroll time savings.
- [Passcomm Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/passcomm-ltd/): Qi migrated Passcomm from discontinued Sage 50 Manufacturing to Cim50, delivering a smoother MRP experience, less duplicate data entry and long-term Sage 50 compatibility assurance.
- [Moretech International Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/moretech-international-ltd/): Qi migrated Moretech to Cim50 Manufacturing with minimal disruption, delivering a supported MRP platform, flexible quotations, clearer margin visibility and streamlined sales, purchase and works orders.
- [Sirs Navigation Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/sirs-navigation-ltd/): Qi migrated SIRS to Dynamics 365 Business Central Premium using MigrateNow!, moving full Sage history over a weekend and delivering stronger reporting and considerable time savings.
- [Thistle Scientific Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/thistle-scientific-ltd/): Qi migrated Thistle to Dynamics 365 Business Central with barcode data collection, custom Power BI reporting and a bespoke dispatch Power App, improving KPI visibility.
- [Arcadia Desiccant Technology Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/arcadia-desiccant-technology-ltd/): Qi delivered a cost-effective network strategy and Cyber Essentials accreditation, reassuring clients and opening access to high-value MOD tenders and new supply chain opportunities.
- [H E Stringer Flavours Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/h-e-stringer-flavours-ltd/): Qi migrated H E Stringer to Business Central Premium with extensions for hazardous materials and toxicology reporting, delivering scalability, multi-company visibility and valuable time savings.
- [Supplier to FMCG markets](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/supplier-to-fmcg-markets/): Qi migrated this FMCG supplier to Business Central Essentials with Qi JobTrack, delivering real-time reporting, stronger lot and serial control and a scalable cloud platform.
- [Inclusive Technology Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/inclusive-technology-ltd/): Qi migrated Inclusive Technology from Defacto and Zen to Business Central Essentials, delivering stronger reporting and time savings, reducing ten-step tasks down to three.
- [JCS Fish Ltd.](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/jcs-fish-ltd/): Qi migrated JCS to Dynamics 365 Business Central using JustMigrate, linking bespoke software and adding Continia OCR for automated data entry and purchase ledger time savings.
- [Possum Ltd](https://qil.co.uk/case-study/possum-ltd/): Qi delivered Business Central, Microsoft 365 security, Cyber Essentials accreditation and a Service Engineer Power App, unifying data, strengthening cyber resilience and enabling AI-powered automation.

## Solutions
- [Dynamics 365 Solutions](https://qil.co.uk/solution/dynamics-365-solutions/): Replace disconnected systems with Microsoft Dynamics 365 to improve visibility, efficiency and control across finance and operations.
- [Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central](https://qil.co.uk/solution/dynamics-365-solutions/microsoft-dynamics-365-business-central/): A modern cloud ERP platform that connects finance, operations and reporting in one system for growing businesses.
- [Microsoft Dynamics NAV](https://qil.co.uk/solution/dynamics-365-solutions/microsoft-dynamics-nav/): Support and guidance for businesses running Dynamics NAV, helping maintain stability, improve performance and plan future system strategy.
- [Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Sales CRM](https://qil.co.uk/solution/dynamics-365-solutions/microsoft-dynamics-365-for-sales-crm/): Qi helps businesses implement Dynamics 365 to connect finance, sales and operations into one scalable, integrated platform.
- [Sage 50 & Cim50 Solutions](https://qil.co.uk/solution/sage-cim-solutions/): Accounting and manufacturing systems that bridge the gap between finance and production for growing manufacturing businesses using Sage 50.
- [Cim50 Manufacturing for Sage 50](https://qil.co.uk/solution/sage-cim-solutions/cim50-manufacturing-for-sage-50/): Extend Sage 50 with manufacturing functionality including bill of materials, works orders, production control and improved stock visibility.
- [Sage 50 Accounts](https://qil.co.uk/solution/sage-cim-solutions/sage-50-accounts/): A trusted accounting platform for SMEs — Qi helps you get more from Sage 50 while supporting future operational growth.
- [Microsoft 365 & Office 365](https://qil.co.uk/solution/microsoft-365-office-365/): Secure, scalable Microsoft technologies that support collaboration, productivity and resilient infrastructure for modern businesses of all sizes.
- [Microsoft 365](https://qil.co.uk/solution/microsoft-365-office-365/microsoft-365/): A connected cloud platform that helps teams collaborate, communicate and manage information securely from anywhere across the business.
- [Office 365](https://qil.co.uk/solution/microsoft-365-office-365/office-365/): Access familiar Microsoft applications and services that support everyday productivity and provide a flexible cloud platform for business users.
- [Security & Infrastructure](https://qil.co.uk/solution/security-infrastructure/): Infrastructure and security services designed to reduce risk, strengthen performance and give your business a more stable technical foundation.
- [Cyber Security](https://qil.co.uk/solution/security-infrastructure/cyber-security/): Strengthen your business with practical cyber security measures that reduce risk, protect data and support compliance with recognised standards.
- [Cyber Essentials Accreditation](https://qil.co.uk/solution/security-infrastructure/cyber-essentials-accreditation/): Ongoing support for Microsoft Dynamics systems, helping maintain performance, resolve issues and support improvements as your business evolves.
- [Backup & Business Continuity](https://qil.co.uk/solution/security-infrastructure/backup-and-business-continuity/): Protect business-critical systems and data, helping you reduce downtime and recover faster when the unexpected happens.
- [Business Needs](https://qil.co.uk/solution/business-needs/): Explore solutions based on the operational, financial or technical challenge your business is trying to solve right now.
- [Manufacturing Solutions](https://qil.co.uk/solution/business-needs/manufacturing-solutions/): Connect production, stock, planning and business data with systems designed to support the realities of manufacturing operations.
- [Finance & Accounting Solutions](https://qil.co.uk/solution/business-needs/finance-accounting-solutions/): Improve financial reporting, streamline processes and give your finance team clearer, more accurate insight into business performance.
- [Cyber Security Solutions](https://qil.co.uk/solution/business-needs/cyber-security-solutions/): Protect your systems, data and operations from evolving cyber threats with practical, structured security measures that reduce risk.
- [Reporting & Automation Solutions](https://qil.co.uk/solution/business-needs/reporting-automation-solutions/): Turn fragmented data into clear, reliable reporting and automated workflows that support faster, better-informed business decisions.
- [Cloud Migration Solutions](https://qil.co.uk/solution/business-needs/cloud-migration-solutions/): Move from legacy systems to secure, scalable cloud environments with minimal disruption to daily operations and business continuity.
- [Company Solutions](https://qil.co.uk/solution/company-solutions/): Qi implements integrated technology solutions that improve operational visibility, strengthen system reliability and help teams work more effectively.
- [AI & Power Platform](https://qil.co.uk/solution/power-platform/): Automate processes, connect systems and build custom applications using Microsoft Power Platform to improve efficiency across the business.
- [AI](https://qil.co.uk/solution/power-platform/ai/): Use AI to simplify work, improve processes and prepare your business for what comes next.
- [Power Automate](https://qil.co.uk/solution/power-platform/power-automate/): Automate repetitive tasks and connect the systems your teams rely on.
- [Power BI](https://qil.co.uk/solution/power-platform/power-bi/): Turn business data into clear, practical insight.
- [Power Apps](https://qil.co.uk/solution/power-platform/power-apps/): Build custom business applications that simplify the way your teams work.

## Services
- [Support](https://qil.co.uk/service/support/): Structured, responsive support across your core platforms, IT environment and security foundations to maintain performance, resolve issues and adapt systems as requirements change.
- [Switching Partner](https://qil.co.uk/service/support/switching-partner/): Transition your support with a structured, low-risk approach for improved responsiveness, clearer communication and greater confidence in your systems.
- [Dynamics Support](https://qil.co.uk/service/support/dynamics-support/): Ongoing support for Microsoft Dynamics systems, helping maintain performance, resolve issues and support improvements as your business evolves.
- [Microsoft 365 Support](https://qil.co.uk/service/support/microsoft-365-support/): Support for Microsoft 365 environments, ensuring users collaborate effectively while maintaining security, performance and reliability across your organisation.
- [Sage 50 Software Support](https://qil.co.uk/service/support/sage-software-support/): Dedicated support for Sage solutions, helping ensure your financial systems remain stable, accurate and aligned with your business processes.
- [Cim50 Support](https://qil.co.uk/service/support/cim50-support/): Specialist support for Cim50 Manufacturing, ensuring production, inventory and financial systems continue to operate efficiently every day.
- [Security and Infrastructure Support](https://qil.co.uk/service/support/security-and-infrastructure-support/): Reliable, structured support for your IT environment — keeping systems secure, stable and aligned with how your business operates.
- [Solution Implementation](https://qil.co.uk/service/solution-implementation/): Deploy new business systems configured around your workflows, delivering reliability, scalability and value for your teams from day one.
- [Microsoft 365 Implementation](https://qil.co.uk/service/solution-implementation/microsoft-365-implementation/): Implement Microsoft 365 in a structured way that supports collaboration, secures data and prepares your team for modern working.
- [Cim50 Implementation](https://qil.co.uk/service/solution-implementation/cim50-implementation/): Implement Cim50 Manufacturing so production and finance teams gain greater visibility and operational confidence from day one.
- [Sage 50 Implementation](https://qil.co.uk/service/solution-implementation/sage-implementation/): Implement Sage software with a structured approach that supports existing workflows and improves financial accuracy and reporting efficiency.
- [Dynamics Implementation](https://qil.co.uk/service/solution-implementation/dynamics-implementation/): Implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 products with confidence — structured, controlled and aligned with how your organisation operates.
- [Migration and Upgrades](https://qil.co.uk/service/migration-and-upgrades/): Move from legacy platforms to modern systems safely, with protected data, minimal disruption and full team readiness from day one.
- [System Upgrades](https://qil.co.uk/service/migration-and-upgrades/system-upgrades/): Upgrade existing platforms smoothly and confidently, ensuring systems remain secure, supported and aligned with evolving business requirements.
- [Cloud Migration](https://qil.co.uk/service/migration-and-upgrades/cloud-migration/): Migrate systems, applications and data to the cloud in a controlled, structured way with minimal disruption to operations.
- [Qi Migratenow!](https://qil.co.uk/service/migration-and-upgrades/qi-migratenow/): A packaged migration service providing a faster, structured path from Sage 50 to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
- [IT Strategy & Consultancy](https://qil.co.uk/service/it-strategy-consultancy/): Review your current systems, identify inefficiencies and build a clear technology roadmap aligned with your operational goals and future growth.
- [Training](https://qil.co.uk/service/training/): Practical, role-based training designed to help your team use systems confidently and effectively from day one onwards.