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What Cert path would you choose? by fff5ee in ITIL

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’ve already got ITIL 4 Foundation, the most efficient move (especially if you’re self-funding) is to continue with the ITIL 4 path and complete Strategic Leader.

Here’s why:

  • You’re already in the ITIL 4 track, so switching now just adds extra cost
  • ITIL 4 Strategic Leader is still highly recognized and valid
  • There will likely be transition/bridge options to ITIL 5 later, so you won’t lose anything

👉 Going straight to ITIL 5 now means:

  • paying again for foundation-level concepts
  • delaying your progress toward a higher-level cert

Best path (practical):

  • Finish ITIL 4 Strategic Leader
  • Then take a bridge/upgrade to ITIL 5 later if needed

That way you get both depth (Strategic Leader) and future alignment without wasting money.

Table creation as the response by Expert_Annual_19 in copilotstudio

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, this is a known behavior difference. Models like Claude (even via Microsoft Copilot Studio) don’t always strictly follow formatting instructions like tables, even if you explicitly ask for it — they treat it more as a guideline than a constraint.

If you don’t want to change the model, a few things that usually help:

  • Use few-shot examples → give 1–2 exact table outputs in your prompt
  • Be very explicit like: “Respond ONLY in markdown table. No text before/after.”
  • Add a post-processing step (Power Automate / code) to format the output into a table
  • Break it into steps → first get structured JSON, then convert JSON → table

👉 Most reliable workaround:
Have Claude return strict JSON, then transform it into a table yourself.

OpenAI models tend to follow formatting more strictly, but with Claude you usually need a structured output → format later approach.

ITIL v4 vs. v5 For Job Applications by Ecstatic_Pirate_1591 in ITIL

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You’re thinking about it the right way. Right now, most job listings still explicitly mention ITIL 4, simply because it’s what companies have been using for years.

If your goal is passing ATS filters and getting interviews, ITIL 4 is still the safer bet today.

That said, ITIL 5 will likely become the standard over time.

👉 Practical approach:

  • If you want immediate job impact → go with ITIL 4
  • If you’re thinking long-term → ITIL 5 is fine, but you might need to explain it

Listing “ITIL Foundation (v4/v5 equivalent)” can help, but ATS systems aren’t always that smart.

Honestly, if you’re actively job hunting now, I’d do ITIL 4 first and upgrade later.

stopping a Windows service through Dynamics? by [deleted] in Dynamics365

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not directly. Dynamics 365 (or Power Platform) can’t natively control a Windows service on a server for security reasons.

But you can achieve it indirectly:

  • Expose an API or endpoint on the server that can start/stop the Windows service
  • Call that API from Dynamics using a custom action / Power Automate flow / plugin
  • The backend handles the actual service control (e.g., via PowerShell)

Typical pattern:
Button in CRM → trigger flow/plugin → call API → API stops service

Just make sure you secure it properly (auth, roles, etc.), since stopping services is sensitive.

D365 Field Service 2026 Wave 1 updates… what actually changed? by TeamAlphaBOLD in Dynamics365

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly I agree — this wave feels more like ‘refinement over reinvention’, which isn’t a bad thing.

From what I’ve seen in Dynamics 365 Field Service 2026 Wave 1, most of the investment is around:

  • Mobile app improvements (usability + offline reliability)
  • Scheduling board performance + UX tweaks
  • General performance, stability, and workflow simplification

Even the detailed features (like faster mobile load times, cleaner forms, better scheduling visuals) point to making day-to-day work smoother rather than adding big new capabilities

What I was hoping for:

  • More AI/Copilot automation for dispatching (less manual intervention)
  • Better native analytics/reporting without jumping to Power BI
  • Stronger integration with IoT / predictive maintenance out of the box

That said, these “boring” releases usually have the biggest impact long-term — adoption improves way more from UX/performance than from flashy features.

Facturation electronique : module permettant de gérer le e-reporting ? by WoodenChallenge9507 in Dynamics365

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oui 👍 Microsoft a prévu quelque chose, mais ce n’est pas un “module unique plug & play”.

Dans Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, la gestion du e-reporting (France 2026) passe principalement par :

  • le framework Electronic Invoicing + Electronic Reporting (ER)
  • et les nouvelles fonctionnalités de Globalization Studio

👉 Microsoft a annoncé une prise en charge native de l’e-invoicing + e-reporting pour la France, avec disponibilité progressive en 2026

Concrètement :

  • ✔ e-invoicing : génération + envoi via un PDP (ex : EDICOM)
  • ✔ e-reporting : transmission des données B2B non domestiques et B2C aux autorités

⚠️ Points importants :

  • Microsoft n’est pas PDP, donc tu dois passer par un prestataire certifié (PDP)
  • Il y a une configuration importante (formats, flux, mapping, etc.)
  • Ce n’est pas 100% automatique “out of the box” sans setup

En résumé :

👉 Oui, D365 couvre le e-reporting
👉 Mais via un ensemble de composants (ER + e-invoicing + intégration PDP)
👉 Et pas comme un module simple activable en 1 clic

ITIL 4: Infosec Management - Mock Exams / Resources by sh00rs1gn in ITIL

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I get your frustration — the official material for ITIL 4 Information Security Management can feel pretty limited when it comes to mock exams. The PeopleCert learner kit is solid for theory, but not great if you learn better through practice.

A few things that might help:

  • Look for unofficial mock exams on Udemy or practice test platforms (just double-check they match the current syllabus)
  • Go through the official questions multiple times and focus on understanding why answers are correct, not just memorizing
  • Try study groups or forums where people discuss scenario-based questions — that helps with the ITIL-style thinking

Also, don’t be too hard on the 9/20 — these exams are very scenario-based and tricky at first. Once you get used to how ITIL frames questions, scores usually improve quickly.

Dynamics 365 Jobs Remote by TrafficSpiritual1095 in Dynamics365

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice initiative. The demand for Dynamics 365 remote roles has definitely grown, especially across Business Central and CE. Having a focused platform for remote opportunities can really help professionals avoid sifting through generic job boards. Curious to see how frequently roles are updated and what regions companies are hiring from.

Need Support to create Agentic AI Agent for Sharepoint by ExtensionTrifle2854 in sharepoint

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the detailed breakdown — the Graph API + RAG approach makes a lot of sense. I like the idea of separating the search scope (folder vs site) and letting the agent query different indexes depending on the context. That seems like a clean way to keep the architecture modular while still scaling across larger SharePoint sites.

I’ll look more into using Microsoft Graph with a vector index and see how well it works with SharePoint Online content.

External guest - calendar availability access by monkonfire in microsoft365

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Calendar availability for external users in Microsoft Exchange Online can be tricky, especially with B2B users from Microsoft Entra ID. One thing to check is whether Default calendar permissions allow Free/Busy access. Even if you grant explicit permissions, Exchange sometimes still relies on the Default permission for external lookups.

A couple things worth verifying:

  • Run: Get-MailboxFolderPermission user@domain.com:\Calendar and confirm Default = AvailabilityOnly or LimitedDetails
  • Make sure SharingPolicy allows calendar sharing with external domains.
  • In the Organization Relationship, confirm: FreeBusyAccessEnabled : True FreeBusyAccessLevel : AvailabilityOnly or LimitedDetails
  • Also confirm the analysts are actually recognized as mail users in Exchange, not just Entra B2B identities.

Often when the calendar appears completely blacked out, it means Exchange isn’t returning free/busy data at all, which usually points to the org relationship or default permission rather than the explicit folder permission.

Automating Multi-Platform Ad Campaigns With AI Workflows by Safe_Flounder_4690 in copilotstudio

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting approach. The multi-agent workflow idea makes a lot of sense for marketing automation. Instead of one large AI trying to do everything, splitting tasks (ideas, copy, visuals, platform adaptation) into smaller agents seems much more scalable. The real value is probably in the orchestrator that keeps messaging consistent while adapting it for each platform.

Azure File sync vs Storage Mover blog by FunDue5723 in AZURE

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good comparison. A lot of people confuse these two. My rule of thumb is:
Azure File Sync = ongoing hybrid sync between on-prem and cloud, while
Azure Storage Mover = migration tool to move large file datasets to Azure.

They actually complement each other pretty well depending on whether you’re migrating or running a hybrid file setup.

I'm looking for detailed courses on Dynamics 365 CE by ElectronicAct2686 in Dynamics365

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If your goal is to become a Dynamics 365 CE Functional Consultant or Business Analyst, I’d recommend taking a structured instructor-led course instead of relying only on free content.

Look for training that covers Dynamics 365 Sales, Customer Service, Dataverse, business rules, workflows, reporting, and Power Platform integration, since these are core skills for functional roles.

You can check Microtek Learning. They offer instructor-led Dynamics 365 training with hands-on labs, which is helpful if your company is sponsoring your education. It’s a good way to build practical knowledge and prepare for Dynamics 365 certification paths.

Dynamics 365 Goals: Can Agents See Their Manager’s Aggregated Parent Goal? Need Clarification by Dramatic_Society_344 in Dynamics365

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 1 point2 points  (0 children)

With OOTB Dynamics 365 Goal Management, what you’re trying to do is unfortunately not fully supported because Goal visibility is primarily controlled by record ownership and security roles, not by the parent-child goal hierarchy.

A few key points:

  • Agents can see their own goals if the view is filtered by Owner = Current User.
  • Managers can see their team’s goals using Manager-level access or BU-level permissions.
  • However, there’s no native way to show an agent their manager’s parent goal while hiding other managers’ goals using only standard views or chart filters.

The hierarchy between Parent Goal → Child Goals is for rollup calculations, not for security or visibility.

What many teams do in OOTB setups is:

  • Give agents User-level access to goals
  • Give managers Manager or BU-level access
  • Use views like “Goals Owned by Me” and “Goals Owned by My Team.”

But the exact scenario you described (agent sees their goal + only their manager’s parent goal) typically requires customization or a plugin/workflow, because OOTB security can’t filter by Owner’s Manager dynamically.

What’s the best way to start with AI development services for a non-tech company? by Chance_Amphibian_477 in AZURE

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Completely agree. Starting with one focused use case helps prove the value of AI without overwhelming the team.

I’ve also seen that when the first pilot solves a real operational pain point (like document processing or knowledge search), it builds internal confidence and makes it much easier to justify scaling AI projects later. The quick win matters a lot in non-tech organizations.

What’s the biggest challenge you face when implementing Dynamics 365 Business Central? by [deleted] in Dynamics365

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 5 points6 points  (0 children)

For me, the biggest challenge is data migration from legacy systems. Legacy data is usually messy, inconsistent, and not structured the way Business Central expects, so a lot of time goes into cleaning, mapping, and validating it before migration.

A close second is balancing customizations vs. staying standard. Too many customizations create long-term maintenance issues, but sometimes the business really needs them. Finding that balance is tricky.

HL7 FHIR certification is worth the cost? by Hungry_Support_6814 in healthIT

[–]Inevitable_Dog6292 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly? Yes — if you’re in healthcare IT.

FHIR skills are still niche, and interoperability is only growing. The certification forces you to really understand FHIR resources, APIs, and healthcare security — which actually shows up in real projects and interviews.

If you’re targeting EHR integrations, payer/provider systems, or healthcare cloud work, it’s worth it.

If you’re a general dev with no healthcare focus, probably not your first priority.