With version 27 of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, developers and system administrators receive a set of enhancements that elevate the technical experience to a new level.
From more agile tools in Visual Studio Code to advanced scripting capabilities and Copilot customization, this update is designed to streamline technical work and enhance the creation of robust, tailored solutions.
What's new in Visual Studio Code: greater control in the development cycle
The Business Central extension development environment, based on Visual Studio Code, introduces highly anticipated features:
Cancellation of ongoing builds and publications
It is now possible to stop a deployment process if an error is detected, avoiding downtime and enabling quick fixes.
Example:
In previous versions, if you started a publication (Ctrl+F5) and noticed an error, you had to wait until it finished.
You can now cancel it directly from the status bar:
This is useful when you detect errors in real time and want to avoid wasting time.
Improvements in AL code editing and debugging
The AL language becomes more manageable thanks to new tools that streamline writing, testing, and debugging code, making development smoother and less error‑prone.
These improvements allow developers to work with greater efficiency and precision, reducing the time between development and delivery.
Advanced scripting and Copilot customization in Business Central 27
Business Central 27 takes a step forward in automation and artificial intelligence.
Enhanced page scripting
Ideal for automating interactions on system pages, whether for automated testing or complex customizations.
You can use the new scripting to simulate interactions on a page:
Copilot extension with AL
It is now possible to program custom logic so that Copilot can suggest values, perform calculations, or adapt its behavior to the specific business rules of each company.
Example:
Suppose you want Copilot to automatically suggest a field value based on business rules. You can do it like this:
This procedure can be integrated into a Copilot suggestion for discount fields on a customized page.
This openness of Copilot to technical customization unlocks a wide range of possibilities for integrating AI strategically into ERP processes.
Administration and performance in Business Central 27
System administrators also benefit from key improvements that enhance overall visibility, diagnostics, and performance.
Enhanced telemetry and profiling
More detailed information is included, such as SQL calls in performance analyses, allowing you to identify bottlenecks or integration issues more quickly.
You can now view details such as this SQL call in the Event Viewer or in Application Insights:
This helps you identify slow queries and optimize performance.
More accurate diagnostics and system control
With more data available, technicians can fine‑tune system performance and ensure an optimal user experience.
These tools make Business Central a more transparent and technically manageable platform.
More control, automation, and intelligence
Business Central 27 not only improves the end‑user experience, but also strengthens the technical environment for developers and administrators.
With more control, automation, and intelligence, this release enables the creation of smarter, more efficient, and more business‑tailored solutions.
Are you ready to take full advantage of the technical potential of BC27?
ABD Consulting: your technical ally in Business Central
At ABD Consulting and IT Solutions, we are a certified Microsoft partner and specialists in the implementation, development, and maintenance of Business Central.
Our technical team helps you adapt your development environments, take advantage of the new Copilot capabilities, and optimize your ERP’s performance.
In addition, we offer services for advanced customization, integrations with other systems, and migration to Business Central Cloud, ensuring a modern, agile, and secure environment.
If you want to make the most of the new features in Business Central 27, get in touch with our team and we’ll help you implement the improvements your company needs.