Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Aerospace & Defence

Your Supply Chain
Shouldn’t Keep You
Up at Night

You know the feeling: a supplier delay puts a delivery date at risk,
or an auditor asks a question your spreadsheets can’t answer.

Mercurius IT helps UK aerospace and defence teams move off legacy systems
onto Microsoft Dynamics 365 – so you’re not firefighting, you’re in control.
Fixed price, named consultants, proven delivery.

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The Reality

Aerospace & Defence Operations Are Being
Redefined. Is Your Organisation Ready?

Deliver more. Stay compliant. Remain resilient.

The Reality You're Operating In What it Costs Your Business
●  Global, multi-tier supply chains ⚠  A Tier 3 delay you don't see until it has already slipped your delivery date
●  Rising regulatory and audit pressure ⚠  Compliance teams spending days pulling records that should take minutes
●  Limited visibility across operations ⚠  Disruptions you respond to late because the data lives in five disconnected systems
●  Disconnected legacy systems ⚠  Finance, procurement, and supply chain working from different versions of the truth

The Shift Leaders Are Making with Microsoft Dynamics in Aerospace & Defence

See supply chain status in real time
One system for finance, procurement, and operations
Supply chains that absorb disruption
Decisions backed by current data, not last month's

These challenges compound over time. The organisations winning UK defence contracts today are those who modernised their operations ahead of the market.

Programme Readiness Check

Is Your Current System Holding Your Programmes Back? Find Out in 60 Seconds.

Answer seven quick questions about how your aerospace or defence operation runs today. You will get an instant readiness view and a tailored summary of where Dynamics 365 FSCM would make the biggest difference.

0 of 7 answered

  1. 1.Can you see the status of every supplier tier in real time, or do you find out about delays after they happen?

  2. 2.When an AS9100 or MOD audit lands, can your team pull full part traceability in minutes, or does it take days?

  3. 3.Do you know the real margin on each programme this month, or only at year-end?

  4. 4.Are finance, procurement, and supply chain working from one system, or several disconnected ones?

  5. 5.Can you predict which assets need maintenance before they fail, or do you react to breakdowns?

  6. 6.Can your teams work securely across sites and partners without compromising data?

  7. 7.When a programme changes, can you re-plan in hours, or does it take weeks?

Legacy Systems Were Not Built for This
Level of Complexity

Aerospace and defence organisations run on precision, compliance, and resilience. Legacy ERP cannot handle the scale of multi-tier supply chains, the weight of defence regulation, or the cost pressure of fixed-price programmes. Dynamics 365 FSCM was built for it.
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Know where every part is across every supplier tier

End-to-end supply chain visibility that flags a disruption risk before it reaches your assembly line.

Know the real margin on every programme

Financial visibility per project, so cost overruns surface while you can still act on them.
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Scale on infrastructure built for secure operations

A cloud platform with the security controls
a defence environment requires.

Pass audits without the three-day scramble

Built-in traceability and audit-ready records aligned to AS9100, MOD, and defence standards.

Work from one version of the truth

Finance, procurement, and supply chain on one platform, not five disconnected
systems.

Respond to disruption in hours, not weeks

Real-time insight that lets you re-plan before a supplier slip becomes a missed milestone.

See the failure before the aircraft is grounded

Predictive maintenance with IoT data that extends asset life and cuts unplanned downtime.

What Actually Changes When You Move to Dynamics 365

Complexity does not disappear. It becomes manageable. Here is what changes, and what it means for your programmes.
Area The challenge today What changes What you get
Supply Chain Visibility Multi-tier supplier networks with no real-time insight AI-driven planning and visibility across every tier Faster disruption response, more accurate forecasting, suppliers held to account
Compliance & Risk Rising regulatory pressure and complex audits Built-in traceability and audit-ready processes Lower compliance exposure, faster audit cycles, regulatory confidence
Asset & Maintenance Unplanned downtime and inefficient maintenance Predictive, AI-driven maintenance with IoT Less downtime, longer asset life, lower maintenance cost
Data Silos Disconnected finance, operations, procurement One platform with real-time analytics Faster decisions, aligned teams, more operational agility
Cost Control Rising costs and margin pressure Automation and intelligent planning Tighter cost control, better margins, higher resource utilisation

Every Delay and Compliance Gap Costs More
Than the Line Item Shows

Legacy systems are not just slowing you down. They are exposing your programmes to
risk, your margins to erosion, and your audits to failure.
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What Your Teams Can Do on Day One

Precision in a high-stakes, regulated environment depends on the people running the programmes.
Here is what Dynamics 365 puts in their hands.

Decide with current data

Unified, real-time data across finance, supply chain, and operations, not last month’s snapshot.

Plan with AI

Predictive insight that anticipates demand, risk, and disruption before it lands.

Build compliance into the day job

Traceability and audit readiness embedded in daily operations.

Adapt when things change

The visibility and control to re-plan quickly when a programme shifts.

Coordinate the whole supply chain

Suppliers, partners, and internal teams working from one platform.

Execute programmes cleanly

Production, procurement, and logistics aligned for on-time delivery.

Free your people from routine

Automation handles repetitive tasks so teams focus on high-value work.

4 Things This Platform Does That
Generic ERP Cannot

Precision, compliance, and control are non-negotiable in aerospace and defence.
These four capabilities are why Dynamics 365 FSCM fits where standard ERP does not.

Track every component, every time

Full traceability across suppliers, parts, and processes; pull the complete history of any serialised part on demand.
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Collaborate across your ecosystem securely

Work with partners and suppliers without compromising data integrity or security controls.

Deliver complex programmes with precision

Real-time visibility into timelines, costs, and resources keeps engineer-to-order programmes on track.

Control assets from procurement to retirement

End-to-end lifecycle visibility with predictive insight to maximise asset performance.

Dynamics 365 for Aerospace & Defence - Delivered for Project-Driven Operations

Mercurius IT brings together aerospace and defence industry knowledge and Microsoft capability to deliver Dynamics 365 for organisations running complex, project-centric programmes.

Mercurius IT aligns Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management to engineer-to-order (ETO) environments, so you manage complex programmes, control costs, and hold compliance.

Aerospace & Defence Organisations Mercurius IT Supports
  • Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs)
  • Aircraft Manufacturers
  • Defence Systems & Contractors
  • Military Aviation Programmes
  • Shipbuilding & Naval Systems
  • Space & Satellite Systems
  • Engineer-to-Order (ETO) Manufacturers
  • Tier 1 & Tier 2 Suppliers
Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs)
Aircraft Manufacturers
Defence Systems & Contractors
Military Aviation Programmes
Shipbuilding & Naval Systems
Space & Satellite Systems
Engineer-to-Order (ETO) Manufacturers
Tier 1 & Tier 2 Suppliers

Outcomes Measured Against Risk, Performance, and Value

In aerospace and defence, every investment is measured against risk, performance, and long-term value.
Here is what Dynamics 365 FSCM delivers.

Up to 90%

ROI within three years
Through automation, optimisation, and reduced inefficiency.

Fewer

Operational disruptions
Identify risks early and respond before downtime hits.

Higher

On-time delivery
Stronger planning and execution to meet programme timelines.

Lower

Infrastructure cost
A cloud-first model that cuts IT overhead and operational spend.

What You Get When Mercurius IT Delivers Your Programme

Tailored from Day One

Deep aerospace and defence expertise, not a generalist learning on your project.

30% Faster Delivery

Proven frameworks that cut time-to-value.

98% Client Retention

Clients who stay because the relationship works beyond go-live.

20+ Years

Microsoft experience and UK compliance understanding.

Move to a Platform Built for the Way You Actually Operate

Complete control, real-time intelligence, and operational resilience, built for engineer-to-order
aerospace and defence programmes.

Trusted by Businesses Across the UK – Here’s Why

“Grundfos have been working with Mercurius on the development of an integrated Claims Management solution.

Based on Microsoft technologies it integrates with our CRM and ERP systems to substantially improve our claims management process. It also offers our customers a much-simplified approach to raising and completing a claim and enables them to both view and add claims online. Mercurius have shown themselves to be very responsive to our needs and we believe they represent great value for money.“

Jason Funnell
Director of Operations, Grundfos

“Not only did Mercurius beat our existing partner’s quote by a significant margin, they did it at a fixed price — removing our commercial risk. In the end, they guided us carefully through the process and also implemented some great improvements to our business.”

Nicholas Newitt

Director, Newitts & Co. Ltd.
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Dynamics 365 for Aerospace & Defence- Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers to the questions every buyer asks before they commit.

What is Dynamics 365 for aerospace & defence?

Dynamics 365 for Aerospace and Defence is a cloud-based platform that connects finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and operations in one system. It manages complex programmes, multi-tier supply chains, regulatory compliance, and asset lifecycles with real-time visibility and AI-driven insight. Mercurius IT implements it for UK aerospace and defence organisations.

Can Dynamics 365 manage maintenance for defence equipment?

Yes. Dynamics 365 supports predictive and preventive maintenance through AI and IoT. Defence organisations monitor asset health, reduce unplanned downtime, optimise maintenance schedules, and extend equipment life.

Does Dynamics 365 integrate with defence-specific tools?

Yes. Dynamics 365 offers secure API-based integration with engineering tools, logistics platforms, and legacy ERP systems, keeping data flowing across mission-critical functions.

How does Dynamics 365 help with compliance?

Dynamics 365 includes end-to-end traceability, audit trails, role-based access control, and regulatory reporting. Aerospace and defence organisations meet standards like AS9100 and MOD requirements while cutting audit effort.

Can Dynamics 365 support secure remote access?

Yes. Built on enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure, Dynamics 365 provides secure remote access through identity management, encryption, and role-based permissions.

Is Dynamics 365 appropriate for small aerospace & defence businesses?

Yes. Dynamics 365 is modular and scalable. Smaller organisations start with core capabilities and expand as they grow, without large upfront infrastructure costs.

How quickly can defence teams adopt Dynamics 365?

Organisations begin realising value within weeks through phased deployment. Mercurius IT onboards users, automates processes, and improves operational visibility in stages.

How long does it take to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 in the Aerospace & Defence industry?

Dynamics 365 implementation in aerospace and defence typically takes three to nine months, depending on size, complexity, and customisation. Mercurius IT uses phased rollouts and industry accelerators to reduce time-to-value.

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