Microsoft Dynamics Recruitment and Jobs | Cognitive Group

Cognitive Group was founded with the vision of building a highly professional and respected Microsoft Dynamics recruitment business which is differentiated by its exceptional service. Our aim is to always deliver results, build relationships for the long term and provide the best experience for our clients and candidates. We specialise in: Microsoft Dynamics AX, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Microsoft Dynamics NAV and other technologies in the Microsoft stack.

Friday 29 January 2016

Microsoft Dynamics Jobs | ERP Project Manager in Legal sector

Calling ERP Project Managers - would you like to be part of the emerging legal sector working on the fastest growing ERP solution - Microsoft Dynamics AX?

Watch the video to find out more and get in touch with Zak for more details:

T: +44 20 3587 7728

M: +44 7912 528378

EU toll-free: 00800 4433 2929

E: zak.sheikh@cognitive-group.com

http://www.cognitive-group.com/

Cognitive Group is a specialist Microsoft Dynamics recruitment business, focusing on Dynamics AX job,s Dynamics CRM jobs and other roles in the Microsoft Stack.

Email: info@cognitive-group.com

Tel: 0203 587 7772

EU Toll-Free: 00800 4433 2929

Thursday 28 January 2016

Microsoft Dynamics Jobs | CRM Consultants at Tier 1 Consultancy

Microsoft Dynamics CRM consultants - would you like to expand your skillset working across multiple industries with a fast-growing Tier One consultancy?

Cognitive Group are the Microsoft Dynamics recruitment specialists, focusing on Dynamics AX jobs, Dynamics CRM jobs, and other roles in the Microsoft stack.

Please get in touch to find out how we can help you find your dream Microsoft Dynamics job, or support you in your business's recruitment.

http://www.cognitive-group.com

Email: info@cognitive-group.com

Tel: 0203 587 7772

EU Toll-Free: 00800 4433 2929

Wednesday 27 January 2016

Seventh Heaven? How to get a role on a Microsoft Dynamics AX7 implementation

One of the hot topics at Microsoft Convergence 2015 was the release of Microsoft Dynamics AX7. Would you be interested in being of the first to work with the new product and becoming familiar with its new functionality? This article examines what's new and how you can work with it first…

New functionality

Microsoft noted at Convergence that they’ve listened to issues and opportunities for improvement in the past version and they are offering solutions with Dynamics AX7. They have concentrated on data governance, change management and solution completeness.

Dynamics AX7 has been reconstructed on Azure, and at first just a cloud option will be offered, with an on-premise version thought to be available afterwards (despite some sceptics who suggest it will remain in the cloud only).

Another advancement is that Microsoft Dynamics AX7 will work in tandem with Lifecycle Services, a system that permits ideas to be created, tested and perfected before the go-live, meaning that the solution can be implemented cheaper and quicker than previous versions and keeping the customer happier.

Dynamics AX7 will use workspaces - dashboards showing data including all the procedure steps, who's responsible for them, and what they’ve achieved so far, making use of PowerBI. The new version can be utilized on any gadget that uses a modern browser- it doesn't matter whether it's Microsoft or not, which will lead to easier access and more flexible work practices.

Which organizations will be first to implement?

You might now be working at a business who will upgrade their Microsoft Dynamics AX product. However, if your company has no arrangements for that – where else would you be able to get experience?

· The leading Tier 1 partners will be amongst the first to use Dynamics AX7 and some of them have begun implementations across a range of companies, for example, retail and manufacturing.

· The bigger retailers- a few retailers have implementations in progress, enticed by the updates to retail functions, for example, MPOS and social platform integration

· Any organizations who are members of Microsoft's TAP (Technology Adoption Program) a process which enables companies to implement a new version ahead of time – TAP have businesses on board who will be going live early this year

· End users currently on Dynamics AX2009 – It’s probable they will upgrade straight to AX7 when the time comes to update.

What experience will help you with AX7?

The following will help but they are not mandatory!

· Experience of R3 would be beneficial as the interface is more like Microsoft Dynamics AX7 and less of a leap in innovation than the R2 version.
· Having considerable experience with Microsoft Azure would be favorable, and this will likewise set you up well for future jobs considering Microsoft’s backing of the cloud.
· AX specialists with Power BI and Lifecycle Services experience will likewise experience higher interest, to get the most out of the new version.

The other side of this is there will be less interest for infrastructure specialists, as servers and other equipment will become progressively outdated, so consultants in this field may come up against more competition.

We can help…

Cognitive Group are specialists in Microsoft Dynamics jobs and recruitment and we work with several businesses who are upgrading to AX7 and need Microsoft Dynamics experts to help them, from Solution Architects to Functional Consultants to Developers.

Please contact us if you are interested in a job in Microsoft Dynamics AX7 or for any other Microsoft Dynamics recruitment enquiries:

Email: info@cognitive-group.com

Tel: 0203 587 7772

EU Toll-Free: 00800 4433 2929

Web: http://www.cognitive-group.com

Cognitive Group are a specialist Microsoft Dynamics recruitment business, focusing on Microsoft Dynamics AX jobs, Microsoft Dynamics CRM jobs and other roles in the Microsoft Stack.

Tuesday 26 January 2016

Microsoft Dynamics Jobs | ERP Applications Manager at leading UK charity

Would you like to a job on one of the largest implementations of Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 in the charity sector?

Please give Joe a call to find out more:

Tel: +442035877717
Mob: +447500966658
Email: joe.matthews@cognitive-group.com

Website: http://www.cognitive-group.com/

Cognitive Group are specialists in Microsoft Dynamics jobs and recruitment and are renowned for offering a professional recruitment service to both candidates and clients. We specialise in offering the best Dynamics AX Jobs and Dynamics CRM jobs.

So, if you are a business who needs help with your Microsoft Dynamics recruitment or a jobseeker looking for Microsoft Dynamics jobs, why don't you give us a call to see how we can help you?

Email: info@cognitive-group.com
Tel: 0203 587 7772
EU Toll-Free: 00800 4433 2929

Friday 22 January 2016

5 Reasons why contractors are critical to End-User project success

In the Microsoft Dynamics space, there is sometimes a misconception of contractors as mercenaries due to some people’s views that they are expensive and a necessary evil who try to milk end customers. In fact, the top contractors rely on their reputation and place more importance on integrity than they are typically given credit for. They cannot afford to have a bad reputation due to the small market in which they operate, so this stereotype needs to be overturned. Here are 5 reasons why contractors can be seen as critical to the success of an end-user’s Microsoft Dynamics project:

1) They’re experts in their field

When it comes to Microsoft Dynamics, contractors can provide the end user with a solution expert in-house. In case of any problems, contractors are the right people to find the solution that is best for the long-term business. The team usually understands the need for such expertise and respects the fact that contractors have not only been there but have done the job before. Having such foresight translates into value throughout all phases of a Microsoft Dynamics implementation plan.

2) They ease any knowledge gaps between End Users and Partners

Using contractors means that partners’ decisions are questioned which leads to a more effective relationship; contractors usually have experience of the partner channel, hence, they give valuable advice concerning working practices and commercial pressures. If a contractor is good and has strong experience, he can independently recommend the best action path to save time and money. Their service to the end client is likened to that of an advisor and arbiter – questioning why decisions are being made without undermining the partner.

3) Permanent colleagues can learn from them

Greenfield projects suffer from lack of technical know-how in-house and awareness of the process of implementation. Using the experience of good contractors can be useful in creating a particular course for the project, referring to the way things were done to achieve success on past programmes. This knowledge becomes a part of permanent staff that work with them such as Dynamics Functional BAs or .Net Developers. – broadening the knowledge of the workforce as a whole.

4) They can help you advertise your business

In a closed network, reputation is important so it’s in contractors best interests to show high performance and effectiveness. Your project gains a huge kudos if you have top-performing contractors working on it who have a history of success, and make the project more appealing to new recruits. Where market competition becomes higher, you brand could use this as an advantage to compete for the top people in the recruitment space.

5) They usually have better availability

The best permanent Microsoft Dynamics consultants are usually employed by the most renowned partners/consultancies and they tend to be loyal employees. The length of Dynamics implementation means that a specialist brought in on a permanent basis has a similar shelf-life to what a consultant in a contract job would have.

Partners are different from end users in that are able to provide project variety as well as career growth in Microsoft Dynamics that will outlast a 2-3 year project. Working at a partner, a Junior Consultant can join a business as a contractor in a technical capacity and know that once they have built up a reputation across different projects, they can look at advancing to a more Senior or Architect level role. This makes it more difficult for end users to contend with the career growth on offer as an end user programme will always have a shelf life.

In conclusion, it’s not a “hardship” to use contractors’ skills and experience and potential marketability, but something that is critical to successful solution delivery.

We hope this shows how the contractor market within Microsoft Dynamics is misunderstood. Contractors who work for end users further enhance the understanding of the Microsoft Dynamics product on offer as they work with in-house teams increasing both their product knowledge and awareness of best practice. This actually helps the rest of the Microsoft Dynamics job market - as those with no previous experience can learn and begin to consider working across the partner channel or becoming specialists.

Cognitive Group are experts in Microsoft Dynamics jobs and recruitment, specialising in Dynamics AX jobs, Dynamics CRM jobs, and other roles in the Microsoft stack. If you would like to discuss contract or permanent jobs with us, please get in touch:

UK Tel: 020 3587 7772

EU Freephone: +800 4433 2929
Email: info@cognitive-group.com

Web : http://www.cognitive-group.com

Thursday 14 January 2016

Microsoft Dynamics Jobs | CRM Consultant at Tier One Consultancy

Would you like to work on enterprise projects across the UK and Europe with the latest versions of Dynamics CRM?

Cognitive Group is a highly professional and respected Microsoft Dynamics recruitment business which is differentiated by its exceptional service.

• We are trusted by clients to find and attract the best talent, professionally representing their business to our unique network
• We build long term relationships with our candidates providing honest, insightful career advice, introductions and coaching to help them secure the job they aspire to

Specialities: Microsoft Dynamics AX, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Microsoft Dynamics NAV and other technologies in the Microsoft stack.

Web: http://www.cognitive-group.com/
Email: info@cognitive-group.com
Tel: 0203 587 7772
EU Toll-Free: 00800 4433 2929