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Microsoft Dynamics 365
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Feature Set Ratings
Sales Force Automation
BlackLine
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A

8.6
Microsoft Dynamics 365
86%
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 9/9 features
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 9/9 features
Customer data management / contact management
N/A
0 Ratings

8.2
82%
70 Ratings
Workflow management
N/A
0 Ratings

8.0
80%
68 Ratings
Territory management
N/A
0 Ratings

8.3
83%
52 Ratings
Opportunity management
N/A
0 Ratings

9.0
90%
64 Ratings
Integration with email client (e.g., Outlook or Gmail)
N/A
0 Ratings

9.4
94%
67 Ratings
Contract management
N/A
0 Ratings

8.4
84%
53 Ratings
Quote & order management
N/A
0 Ratings

9.0
90%
49 Ratings
Interaction tracking
N/A
0 Ratings

8.7
87%
61 Ratings
Channel / partner relationship management
N/A
0 Ratings

8.6
86%
52 Ratings
Customer Service & Support
BlackLine
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A

7.8
Microsoft Dynamics 365
78%
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 3/3 features
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 3/3 features
Case management
N/A
0 Ratings

7.9
79%
52 Ratings
Call center management
N/A
0 Ratings

8.2
82%
45 Ratings
Help desk management
N/A
0 Ratings

7.3
73%
50 Ratings
Marketing Automation
BlackLine
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A

8.2
Microsoft Dynamics 365
82%
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 2/2 features
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 2/2 features
Lead management
N/A
0 Ratings

8.9
89%
62 Ratings
Email marketing
N/A
0 Ratings

7.5
75%
63 Ratings
CRM Project Management
BlackLine
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A

8.4
Microsoft Dynamics 365
84%
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 3/3 features
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 3/3 features
Task management
N/A
0 Ratings

8.4
84%
60 Ratings
Billing and invoicing management
N/A
0 Ratings

8.5
85%
45 Ratings
Reporting
N/A
0 Ratings

8.3
83%
54 Ratings
CRM Reporting & Analytics
BlackLine
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A

8.6
Microsoft Dynamics 365
86%
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 3/3 features
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 3/3 features
Forecasting
N/A
0 Ratings

9.0
90%
56 Ratings
Pipeline visualization
N/A
0 Ratings

8.1
81%
62 Ratings
Customizable reports
N/A
0 Ratings

8.8
88%
65 Ratings
Customization
BlackLine
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A

8.0
Microsoft Dynamics 365
80%
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 4/4 features
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 4/4 features
Custom fields
N/A
0 Ratings

8.3
83%
67 Ratings
Custom objects
N/A
0 Ratings

8.0
80%
62 Ratings
Scripting environment
N/A
0 Ratings

7.9
79%
49 Ratings
API for custom integration
N/A
0 Ratings

7.9
79%
53 Ratings
Security
BlackLine
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A

8.5
Microsoft Dynamics 365
85%
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 2/2 features
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 2/2 features
Single sign-on capability
N/A
0 Ratings

8.7
87%
57 Ratings
Role-based user permissions
N/A
0 Ratings

8.3
83%
58 Ratings
Social CRM
BlackLine
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A

8.2
Microsoft Dynamics 365
82%
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 2/2 features
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 2/2 features
Social data
N/A
0 Ratings

8.2
82%
37 Ratings
Social engagement
N/A
0 Ratings

8.1
81%
38 Ratings
Integrations with 3rd-party Software
BlackLine
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A

8.4
Microsoft Dynamics 365
84%
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 2/2 features
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 2/2 features
Marketing automation
N/A
0 Ratings

8.6
86%
57 Ratings
Compensation management
N/A
0 Ratings

8.3
83%
30 Ratings
Platform
BlackLine
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A

8.2
Microsoft Dynamics 365
82%
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 1/1 features
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) ranks higher in 1/1 features
Mobile access
N/A
0 Ratings

8.2
82%
49 Ratings
Attribute Ratings
- BlackLine is rated higher in 5 areas: Likelihood to Recommend, Likelihood to Renew, Usability, Support Rating, Online Training
- BlackLine and Microsoft Dynamics 365 (formerly Microsoft Dynamics CRM) are tied in 1 area: Implementation Rating
Likelihood to Recommend
9.2
BlackLine
92%
153 Ratings

7.9
Microsoft Dynamics 365
79%
90 Ratings
Likelihood to Renew
9.7
BlackLine
97%
10 Ratings

7.9
Microsoft Dynamics 365
79%
19 Ratings
Usability
8.8
BlackLine
88%
47 Ratings

8.0
Microsoft Dynamics 365
80%
20 Ratings
Support Rating
8.5
BlackLine
85%
174 Ratings

8.3
Microsoft Dynamics 365
83%
14 Ratings
Online Training
9.0
BlackLine
90%
1 Rating

7.5
Microsoft Dynamics 365
75%
2 Ratings
Implementation Rating
9.5
BlackLine
95%
8 Ratings

9.5
Microsoft Dynamics 365
95%
8 Ratings
Contract Terms and Pricing Model
BlackLine
N/A
0 Ratings

5.7
Microsoft Dynamics 365
57%
4 Ratings
Professional Services
BlackLine
N/A
0 Ratings

7.5
Microsoft Dynamics 365
75%
2 Ratings
Likelihood to Recommend
BlackLine
BlackLine has been well suited for our organizational and integration needs. It ties very well with JDE and allows for the negation of manual data entry. We simply have to allow the systems to talk to each other and our recons are easily done. However, we do have manual audits performed monthly on certain processes as the importing system can be particular about commas.

Verified User
Professional in Finance and Accounting
Food Production Company, 1001-5000 employeesMicrosoft Dynamics 365
All told, if it hadn't been for the fact that we were testing it with both employees who knew CRM lingo and those who were new, we wouldn't have found such an issue. The program itself can be very useful for people who already manage CRMs, who know how to use them, who know how to run and manage employees on them, namely because of the "one-stop-shop" concept in data visibility. When it came down to it though, if you have high-turnover, then this product will devolve into only being used for it's base components. Down the middle, we found that the people who'd been in marketing for 4-5 years fell into the product easily because of the way it was written. Everyone before that, with novice experience, thought it was written like a textbook for a graduate class - little to no leeway if you don't happen to know one specific term
Director Of Communications
Freelance/ConsultationEducation Management, 51-200 employees
Pros
BlackLine
- One central place for our reconciliations - we're able to see all of our accounts that have balances so we know what reconciliations we need to perform.
- Easy to navigate - each area is cleared labeled so there is less confusion on where you need to go for specific areas.
- Works real time with our Netsuite ERP - balances can refresh in a matter of minutes so we are always working with live data.
Senior Accounting Manager
Extreme Reach Inc.Information Technology & Services, 501-1000 employees
Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Some useful out-of-the-box features, like mass uploads of Leads from trade shows or when qualifying a Lead, CRM automatically creates the Opportunity, Contact, and Account for you, etc.
- Really powerful customizations through the user interface to improve user experience. Things like Business Rules, for example, if Field A = 1, then Field B = 2 and Field C = 2, if Field A = 2, then Field B and Field C don't apply, so automatically hide them.
- Or other functionality that improves user experience, like Business Process Flows. These walk users step by step through our business process, helping them know when certain actions should take place, and at what point other data is now required. We've used this extensively with our Lead to Opportunity to Quote to Order process, helping users understand the business process each step of the way.
- Customizations built on top of the platform now called model-driven PowerApps. You can have connections to "typical" data, like Accounts, Contacts, or Opportunities, for example, but then connect that data to custom entities, records that only apply to your specific business. This is all done through the user interface and allows you to customize and automate specific line-of-business applications for your specific needs.
- Behind the scenes, D365 CE is built on SQL. So the data conforms to industry standards and makes it much easier to interact with. Your developers and IT team will thank you.

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Food & Beverages Company, 51-200 employeesCons
BlackLine
- Former colleagues recurring comments on reconciliations are not able to be removed
- If a preparer's name is changed on a reconciliation, they become the preparer named in all historical reconciliations, and we lose the historical data. Sometimes we may go back to the preparer of a particular month with questions, but we would lose the ability to do that.

Verified User
Analyst in Finance and Accounting
Accounting Company, 5001-10,000 employeesMicrosoft Dynamics 365
- Microsoft Dynamics 365 storage & license cost can prohibit some large deployments or even cost-sensitive small projects from using the platform (although I'm certain most deployments would realize a positive ROI if implemented correctly with process automation).
- The cost and licensing document for Dynamics 365 is 61 pages and will take a rocket scientist to understand it. It's better to just have your Microsoft help estimate the cost if they are willing to help you that.
- The documentation on how to first fully understand the Out of the Box default solution and settings is lacking or even non-existing. This has the potential to derail Dynamic 365 launches and implementations from the gitgo. Want to use an out of the box entity?.. well it's probably related to 5 other entities that require configuration and full understanding of it to successful implement. And you ask where is the laymen guide or instructions?... User groups and forums. In Summary, Microsoft can up its game in deployment training and supporting documentation.
- Microsoft needs to incentivize more external platforms to build app connectors for easy integration, such as ZenDesk, Slack, Tableau, etc. Even the current connector apps such as Salesforce, MailChimp, Docusign are useless or don't work at all.
- Several limitations inhibit successful Dynamics 365 deployments such as: limited number of Rollup field calculations (summarizing fields on child/related records), limited number rows that can exported to Excel via advanced find, Dynamics 365 files, log and database storage size limit is extremely small and will always require purchasing additional storage (for Online deployments).
- New user buy-in or acceptance or system platform changes can be difficult if a solid change management plan isn't enacted.
- Don't expect much help from Microsoft on implementation or solutions unless it's a technical flaw with the platform. Microsoft relies on their MVP partner network to consult for implementations at a hefty cost. Hiring a knowledgeable and savvy Dynamics 365 System Administrator can reduce the need for consultant support; of course, this is dependant upon many many variables.
Systems & Data Manager
APTIMConstruction, 10,001+ employees
Pricing Details
BlackLine
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Microsoft Dynamics 365
General
Free Trial
Yes
Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
Yes
Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
$44 per month
Likelihood to Renew
BlackLine
BlackLine 9.7
Based on 10 answers
- To continue to enjoy and leverage on the automation functionalities BlackLine offers for this process.
- Make more gains on running this process efficiently and keep our Finance Teams on high-end value addition projects
- With a foreseeable increase in transaction volumes when activities pick up, we need a tool we can really on to handle the volume

Verified User
Manager in Finance and Accounting
Oil & Energy Company, 10,001+ employeesMicrosoft Dynamics 365
Microsoft Dynamics 365 7.9
Based on 19 answers
CRM has allowed us to keep all of our data in one place that is easy for all users within the company to view. I came into the company after they had been using CRM for about 4 years. They have all said that since we have used this it has helped us control work processes better, it has allowed us to be able to track things so much better, and has been something that has helped unite many processes that used to be all over the place.We are currently using CRM 4.0 and are planning on upgrading in the next 18 months to the 2011 version. Support for 4.0 is almost all but dried up. Understandably so. Some of the customization we have done, and a plugins we use, are now contained within the 2011 version so we are looking forward to that upgrade.We use an email marketing company as well, and they primarily support the 2011 version, but their product connects and is integrated within CRM. This is a great benefit as well so that all of our marketing information can be contained in one location.
Analyst / CRM Administrator
Partners Rx51-200 employees
Usability
BlackLine
BlackLine 8.8
Based on 47 answers
There are some processes that we currently use that cannot be done in BlackLine. Our users don't want to change their processes or learn new processes even though it would make their jobs easier. We have very few users who have adopted BlackLine fully, and management has not made it a requirement to use the application.
BlackLine Application Administrator / Senior Accountant II
Expedia, Inc.Leisure, Travel & Tourism, 10,001+ employees
Microsoft Dynamics 365
Microsoft Dynamics 365 8.0
Based on 20 answers
My review can help others to choose the correct CRM like Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM. I see lots of great things in Microsoft Dynamics 365 that make your business easy and smooth also MS allows users to customize the software according to their needs. So Thought I should share my experience with others.
Dynamics 365 CE/CRM - Senior Technical Consultant
Binmile Technologies Private Limited (BMT)Computer Software, 51-200 employees
Support Rating
BlackLine
BlackLine 8.5
Based on 174 answers
My conversations with vendor representatives and our account managers have all been very positive. They provide solution suggestions that are tailored to our organization and requirements. Questions are answered quickly. The company seems genuinely interested in seeing our organization succeed, not only in the implementation and use of their product but also financially.
Accounting Manager
WoodgrainPaper & Forest Products, 1001-5000 employees
Microsoft Dynamics 365
Microsoft Dynamics 365 8.3
Based on 14 answers
Our partner, Ledgeview Partners has been FANTASTIC to work with. They are always timely in their response and have taken time to understand our business and our specific needs. We've made a lot of advanced customizations and they have been a great help in making those updates.
Marketing Specialist
ThyssenKrupp Rotek IncorporatedMechanical or Industrial Engineering, 201-500 employees
Online Training
BlackLine
BlackLine 9.0
Based on 1 answer
Trainings are available for all topics on the BlackLine U portal. These were incredibly helpful when first starting with BlackLine to get the hang of it. Trainings are useful for any module. I have personally used this to teach myself how to use the tasks and variance modules, which are now fully utilized by my organization. The support team is also very helpful in training our team on anything additional we have needed.
Senior Accountant
Casa Systems, Inc.Telecommunications, 501-1000 employees
Microsoft Dynamics 365
Microsoft Dynamics 365 7.5
Based on 2 answers
No answer on this topic is available.
Implementation Rating
BlackLine
BlackLine 9.5
Based on 8 answers
You will have to meet up with your final users, approver, internal auditor and accounting policy holder. Everyone has to agree. When you have a well written process, workflow, policy, approval requirement, and control, your implementation process will be much easier
Prin Accountant
Mercury SystemsComputer Hardware, 1001-5000 employees
Microsoft Dynamics 365
Microsoft Dynamics 365 9.5
Based on 8 answers
We used a data warehouse to house our data, and our IT team and implementation vendor worked diligently ahead of time to construct idea implementation plans. Out of millions of records- we had less than a dozen errors, which is remarkable. My major insight is simply having a group of completely devoted individuals working towards your goal who fully understand the desired outcome. Focused resources for implementation season are critical to success.
Marketing Director
TriNet (Accord Human Resources)Retail, 201-500 employees
Alternatives Considered
BlackLine
I have not used any products similar to Blackline. However, Excel does offer many similar functionalities to Blackline in terms of reconciling accounts. Blackline offers many benefits over simply using Excel. The reconciliations are organized and easy to find, and they roll over each month on their own. They include the ability to auto-certify if they meet the criteria that your team selects. They also include an audit trail of documentation and approval for each step.

Verified User
Employee in Finance and Accounting
Accounting Company, 51-200 employeesMicrosoft Dynamics 365
Salesforce has more desirable functions than Microsoft Dynamics 365, at a competitive price. Its user interface is far more superior, it has more customization, easier customization, and out of the box it is more pleasing to the eye and to the end user. If the client doesn't have a deep-rooted connection with Microsoft I wouldn't leap to Dynamics 365.
Applications Consultant
Fujitsu UKComputer Software, 10,001+ employees
Contract Terms and Pricing Model
BlackLine
No score
No answers yet
No answers on this topic
Microsoft Dynamics 365
Microsoft Dynamics 365 5.7
Based on 4 answers
On our purchase, I'd been interrogated about our usage. Our needs are met by Microsoft Dynamics 365, which is simple to use. With so much data and information available, we must ensure that it is presented correctly to managers. Due to a lack of use, we don't have to spend as much money on Salesforce.
Marketing Product Management
ClopsmithInformation Technology & Services, 11-50 employees
Professional Services
BlackLine
No score
No answers yet
No answers on this topic
Microsoft Dynamics 365
Microsoft Dynamics 365 7.5
Based on 2 answers
My company's preferred program right now is Microsoft Dynamics 365. We use it to keep track of customers and important sales metrics in a streamlined manner. Anyone familiar with CRMs will find the tool extremely useful. Considering that we have a good turnover, this product will be used for its basic segments. As a result, there are few chances of error with Microsoft dynamics because it is so easy to use. Many options for recording data on these leads are available. It meets our needs and pays off.
Marketing Product Management
ClopsmithInformation Technology & Services, 11-50 employees
Return on Investment
BlackLine
- Improved time productivity that has really enabled us to spend more time on other tasks other than month-end reconciliation
- Has provided a single platform that has streamlined the process across the whole departments
- Provides helpful tools that make reconciliation easy to follow and understand for any reviewer
Senior Accountant
TripadvisorConsumer Services, 1001-5000 employees
Microsoft Dynamics 365
- It is hard to say, the reason why we are using Microsoft Dynamics CRM is because it is provided to us for free.
- It could be worthwhile to investigate whether an alternative CRM (even though paid) can be used to boost the ROI

Verified User
Manager in Marketing
Information Technology and Services Company, 51-200 employees