5 talent challenges [and solutions] for Microsoft Dynamics 365 partners

With digital transformation still a top priority for businesses across every industry, products that can make operations smoother and more effective are in high demand.??

This is certainly the case for Microsoft Dynamics 365, with partners in the ecosystem working hard to meet this demand and deliver innovative ERP solutions to their customers.??

However, if you’re one of them, you may have noticed there’s a significant obstacle standing in the way of your growth: a lack of specialist talent.??

According to a recent survey by Directions for Partners , finding service delivery talent is a major concern for Dynamics 365 partners, with 82% of respondents citing this as the biggest issue facing their practice. It’s a sentiment reflected in recruitment statistics, with one-third of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central jobs going unfilled.??

So, what’s behind this talent crunch, and how can we fix it? Let’s break down the specific talent challenges facing partners like you, as well as some possible solutions.

1. The cost of talent

It’s simple economics: when demand outstrips supply, the cost of the resource goes up. In the case of Dynamics 365 talent, fierce competition from potential employers is driving salaries up, as businesses put up more cash to tempt experienced professionals into joining their teams.

2. A lack of industry experience

Technology is moving at an unprecedented pace. Take Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, for example. This product has evolved a lot over the past decade, and as a result, it’s more accessible than ever. This is great news for partners looking to train new professionals. But even if fewer hard tech skills are required to work with Business Central, the need for industry-specific knowledge remains prevalent.??

3. Geographical talent droughts

Dynamics 365 is a globally popular solution, so its channel partners can be found all across the world. But with a small pool of available talent, and certain hotspots tending to attract more than their fair share of tech professionals, many partners are finding it difficult to recruit in their local area.?

4. A shortage of crucial soft skills

Particularly when regional talent is scarce and you must rely on remote talent, you may find yourself facing issues with acquiring soft skills that align with the specific approach of your practice.??

It’s not just tech skills and experience with the Dynamics 365 platform that make for a good candidate. A survey of HR leaders found that 98% believe soft skills are important for technology professionals to succeed in the workplace.?

5. A lack of diversity and fresh perspectives

The Dynamics 365 talent pool is not only problematically small, but it’s also lacking in professionals with diverse experiences and perspectives. This lack of cognitive variety can limit creativity and stifle innovation when it comes to problem-solving. And if you’re fishing from a homogenous candidate market, you may be missing out on untapped talent and better results, since diverse teams are proven to be better at developing unique, effective solutions tailored to a wide range of client needs.?

?? To dive deeper into these challenges and discover some effective and innovative solutions to find the Dynamics 365 talent you need, check out this article: www.revolentgroup.com/blog/microsoft-dynamics-365-talent