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Your support status is based on the NAV version that you have. NAV 2018's extended support is set to end in January 12th of 2029. Different Lifecycle dates apply to the old products meaning you are supposed to refer to Microsoft's official Lifecycle documentation for your installed version if you are not sure about the dates. If you need additional clarification, consult our website

Navigation Dynamics, on the other side, are products from the past, but it is Business Central that was built with modern technology as their successor. Cloud deployment, continuous updates, modern integrations, and customization based on the extension are provided by Business Central with the possibility of deploying either in clouds or using physical servers.

Migration is indeed possible from Microsoft Dynamics NAV toBusiness Central. Microsoft has outlined several ways customers can transferNAV toBusiness Central by upgradingNAV versions via different upgradepaths. At minimum, the procedure will feature one or more intermediateBusinessCentral releases, data conversion, redevelopment of customizations, integrationtesting, and validation, all prior to implementing the new system.

Your NAV version, database size, number of customizations, integrations, data quality and deployment model are only a few of the factors that influence the cost of a migration project. A technical assessment can help you to identify the project scope, resource requirements, estimated timelines, and a realistic migration budget.

The length, complexity, degree of customization, and the thoroughness of testing are among the determinants of the duration of the process. If only minor changes are required, an upgrade might be done quickly - within weeks, but complex migration with a number of integrations and extensive redevelopment can take several months.

Of course, so long as the system continues to perform well and suits the needs of your business operations it is possible. Nevertheless, look closely at the product life cycle dates, security, infrastructure compatibility and maintenance issues before deciding on the extent to which you can still rely on your old system.

Each of the changes that were made to the system needs to go through a careful assessment. If you decide to move fully online to run Business Central, the old C/AL code will have to be changed to AL extensions or be appropriately redesigned. Some features that have been custom-developed may need to be replaced, and the respective data will definitely need to be part of the migration plan. Microsoft Learn

Most probably, this link can be done by means of the connectors that are supported, APIs, extensions or even middleware. However, this will depend upon the version of NAV that you have and the underlying architecture. A Power BI report and connectivity with Microsoft 365 would require the checks of compatibility and proper configuration.

Evaluate your current version, support status, infrastructure, customizations, integration requirements, and future business goals. Upgrading may suit specific on-premises needs, while a Business Central migration can provide a modernization path for eligible environments.