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Salesforce + Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales Integration — Bi-Directional CRM Sync & Workflow Automation

IT Partner's Salesforce + Dynamics 365 Sales Integration connects Salesforce with Dynamics 365 Sales to support bi-directional CRM data sync, cross-platform workflow automation, unified reporting in Power BI, and AI-powered insights using Dynamics 365 Copilot with Salesforce data. This implementation service is for organizations using both CRMs, including enterprises after a merger or acquisition, sales teams that need unified customer views, and RevOps leaders requiring cross-platform analytics.

Timeline Duration varies by projectService owner Roman SotnikMicrosoft 365Salesforce

What this engagement is

This service bridges Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales so teams can reduce CRM data silos, align customer data between platforms, and automate lead-to-revenue workflows. The integration is designed to sync key CRM objects, trigger workflows across systems, combine CRM data for reporting in Power BI, apply Microsoft security controls, and prepare consolidated data for Copilot-based analysis. Service details: SKU ITPWW096DEVOT; price Hourly / time-and-materials, scoped per project; duration Duration varies by project; manager Roman Sotnik. Final hourly/T&M pricing and timeline are customized after scoping.

Success criteria

01Bi-directional object sync is enabled for Accounts, Contacts, Opportunities, and Activities.
02Automated workflow triggers are enabled, such as Dynamics opportunity update → Salesforce task creation.
03Unified reporting is supported by combining Salesforce and Dynamics 365 data in Power BI.
04Field-level security is supported with Azure Entra ID attribute-based access control.
05AI-powered insights are enabled using Dynamics 365 Copilot with Salesforce data.
06Real-time customer data alignment between CRMs is supported.
07Automated follow-ups are supported when deals progress in either system.
08360° customer insights are supported by combining both platforms' data.
09Cross-platform workflows between Salesforce and Dynamics 365 are automated using Logic Apps, reducing manual data entry by 80%.
10Critical CRM objects including Accounts, Contacts, and Opportunities are synced with field-level mapping precision.
11Security is enhanced with Azure Entra ID Conditional Access and encrypted credential management.
12AI-driven insights are enabled using Dynamics 365 Copilot on consolidated CRM data.
13Scaling during peak periods is supported with Azure's cloud infrastructure.
14Agreed source-to-target field mappings are documented and approved before production enablement.
15Test sync runs complete successfully for the agreed sample records and scenarios, including create, update, conflict, and error-handling cases.
16Client business owners complete user acceptance testing and approve go-live for the configured integration scope.
17Integration monitoring, error review, and basic operational handoff are completed for the configured Logic Apps workflows.

What you receive

Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales integration configured for bi-directional object sync.
Field mapping configured with timestamp-based conflict resolution.
Automated workflow triggers configured between Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales.
Azure Logic Apps integration layer deployed with dual CRM connectors.
Error handling implemented for API limits: Salesforce: 15K/day; Dynamics: 60K/day.
Power BI reporting enabled by combining Salesforce and Dynamics 365 data sources.
Entra ID Conditional Access applied for CRM logins.
Sync data encrypted with Azure Key Vault.
Data consolidated in Dataverse before Copilot analysis.
Azure Synapse used for large dataset processing (>50K records), when applicable to the scoped data volume.
Integration design summary covering systems, objects, direction of sync, trigger logic, and key dependencies.
Approved field-mapping workbook or configuration record for the in-scope objects.
Basic test evidence for agreed integration scenarios, including successful sync and error-handling validation.
Production deployment record or change summary for the configured integration components.
Handoff notes covering routine monitoring, common error conditions, credential/key locations, and escalation guidance.
Optional knowledge-transfer session for client administrators, when included in the scoped engagement.

How the work unfolds

Data Mapping

Configure field matching with timestamp-based conflict resolution. Custom objects require middleware transformation.

Integration Layer

Deploy Azure Logic Apps with dual CRM connectors. Implement error handling for API limits: Salesforce: 15K/day; Dynamics: 60K/day.

Security

Apply Entra ID Conditional Access for CRM logins. Encrypt sync data with Azure Key Vault.

AI Enhancement

Consolidate data in Dataverse before Copilot analysis. Use Azure Synapse for large dataset processing (>50K records).

Prerequisites

Salesforce Enterprise/Unlimited with API access.
Dynamics 365 Sales Enterprise with admin rights.
Azure Logic Apps Standard tier (Premium for custom connectors).
Dataverse storage capacity for AI processing.
Named client business owners for Salesforce, Dynamics 365 Sales, sales operations, reporting, and security/compliance decisions.
Temporary or delegated administrative access to the in-scope Salesforce, Dynamics 365, Azure, Dataverse, Power BI, and Entra ID environments as required for configuration.
Approved integration authentication approach, such as service accounts, OAuth app registrations, managed identities, or connector credentials, aligned with client security policy.
Current object model, data dictionary, field definitions, required/optional fields, picklist values, and business rules for the in-scope CRM objects.
A non-production or sandbox environment is recommended for design validation and testing before production cutover.
Client confirmation of data retention, residency, privacy, consent, and compliance requirements that affect CRM data processing.
Required licenses, subscriptions, API entitlements, connector permissions, and Azure capacity are available before implementation work begins.

Who does what

IT Partner

  • Connect Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales to enable bi-directional object sync for Accounts, Contacts, Opportunities, and Activities.
  • Configure automated workflow triggers, such as Dynamics opportunity update → Salesforce task creation.
  • Enable unified reporting by combining data in Power BI.
  • Support field-level security with Azure Entra ID attribute-based access control.
  • Enable AI-powered insights using Dynamics 365 Copilot with Salesforce data.
  • Configure field matching with timestamp-based conflict resolution.
  • Deploy Azure Logic Apps with dual CRM connectors.
  • Implement error handling for API limits: Salesforce: 15K/day; Dynamics: 60K/day.
  • Apply Entra ID Conditional Access for CRM logins.
  • Encrypt sync data with Azure Key Vault.
  • Consolidate data in Dataverse before Copilot analysis.
  • Use Azure Synapse for large dataset processing (>50K records), when applicable to the scoped data volume.
  • Lead technical discovery for the in-scope CRM objects, workflows, security model, reporting needs, and integration dependencies.
  • Prepare and review the proposed field mappings, sync direction, transformation approach, and conflict-handling rules with client stakeholders.
  • Configure the agreed integration components in the appropriate client environments using approved access and credentials.
  • Coordinate test execution for agreed scenarios and remediate configuration issues identified during implementation testing.
  • Support go-live planning, production deployment, initial validation, and basic administrative handoff for the configured integration.

Your team

  • Provide timely access to Salesforce, Dynamics 365 Sales, Azure, Dataverse, Power BI, and Entra ID environments required for the scoped work.
  • Provide or approve service accounts, app registrations, OAuth permissions, connector access, Key Vault access, and any required security exceptions through the client’s normal governance process.
  • Identify business owners and technical contacts who can make decisions on object ownership, field mappings, sync direction, deduplication, conflict rules, and cutover timing.
  • Supply current documentation or working knowledge of CRM customizations, required fields, validation rules, workflows, automations, integrations, and reporting requirements.
  • Confirm which records, objects, fields, activities, and historical data are in scope for synchronization and reporting.
  • Review and approve mapping documents, security assumptions, data handling requirements, testing scope, and production deployment plan.
  • Provide representative test records and client-side testers for user acceptance testing in Salesforce, Dynamics 365 Sales, and Power BI.
  • Perform business validation of synchronized data, workflow behavior, reporting outputs, and any Copilot/AI-use scenarios included in scope.
  • Maintain appropriate product licensing, subscriptions, API capacity, Dataverse capacity, Power BI licensing, and Azure consumption budget.
  • Communicate planned changes to impacted users and coordinate internal change management, training, and support processes unless separately scoped with IT Partner.

What's not included

Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft 365, Power BI, Azure, Dataverse, Synapse, Copilot, connector, or third-party license and consumption costs are not included unless explicitly stated in the final quote.
Major CRM redesign, sales process reengineering, data model normalization, or cleanup of existing Salesforce or Dynamics 365 configuration is not included unless separately scoped.
Bulk data cleansing, deduplication, enrichment, historical migration, archive migration, or correction of pre-existing data quality issues is not included unless separately scoped.
Complex custom object transformation, custom middleware development, custom connector development, or non-standard API integration may require additional scope and pricing.
Development of advanced Power BI semantic models, executive dashboards, governed analytics workspaces, or enterprise BI adoption programs is not included unless separately scoped.
Custom Dynamics 365 or Salesforce application development, plug-ins, Apex code, Power Platform apps, custom Dataverse apps, or custom UI changes are not included unless separately scoped.
Formal end-user training, change management, adoption campaigns, and sales operations process documentation are not included unless included in the statement of work.
Ongoing managed support, 24/7 support, continuous monitoring, 24x7 monitoring, SLA-backed operations, incident response, ongoing maintenance, and long-term integration administration are not included by default. These are available as optional extra-cost add-ons delivered through IT Partner's NOC, third-party support partnerships, and a Microsoft Premier Support agreement.
Security compliance certification, legal review, privacy impact assessment, or regulatory attestation is not included; IT Partner can provide technical input for client-led compliance processes.
Remediation of unrelated tenant, identity, networking, licensing, API limit, or platform health issues is not included unless added to the engagement scope.

Limitations & technical notes

!Custom objects require middleware transformation.
!Salesforce API limit referenced in the source: 15K/day.
!Dynamics API limit referenced in the source: 60K/day.
!Azure Logic Apps Standard tier is required; Premium is required for custom connectors.
!Dataverse storage capacity is required for AI processing.
!Azure Synapse is used for large dataset processing (>50K records).
!Final hourly/T&M pricing and timeline are customized after scoping.
!Pricing is hourly / time-and-materials, scoped per project; no fixed price is included by default.
!Duration is Duration varies by project.
!Final scope, cost, and timeline depend on the number of objects and fields, custom objects, transformation rules, workflow count, data volume, reporting complexity, environments, security approvals, and testing requirements.
!Bi-directional synchronization requires clear system-of-record decisions for each object or field; ambiguous ownership can create duplicate, overwritten, or conflicting data.
!Existing validation rules, required fields, duplicate detection, automations, plug-ins, Flows, Apex triggers, or business rules in either CRM can affect sync behavior and may require remediation.
!Real-time behavior depends on connector capabilities, API throttling, polling intervals, platform limits, network conditions, and Azure Logic Apps configuration.
!API limits and entitlement values can vary by Salesforce edition, licensing, add-ons, tenant configuration, and Microsoft service limits; final design should validate limits in the client tenant.
!Sandbox testing is strongly recommended, but production behavior can still vary because of production-only data, automations, integrations, user permissions, and record volumes.
!Copilot and AI outcomes depend on licensing, enabled Microsoft features, data quality, permissions, governance configuration, and Microsoft service availability.
!The integration does not remove the need for ongoing operational ownership, monitoring, error review, credential rotation, and periodic mapping updates as business processes change.

Frequently asked questions

What does IT Partner’s Salesforce + Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales Integration service include?

IT Partner’s Salesforce + Dynamics 365 Sales Integration connects Salesforce with Dynamics 365 Sales for bi-directional CRM data synchronization, cross-platform workflow automation, unified Power BI reporting, and AI-powered insights using Dynamics 365 Copilot with Salesforce data. The service includes configuration for key CRM object sync, Azure Logic Apps integration, field mapping with conflict resolution, security controls, and data consolidation in Dataverse for Copilot analysis.

Which Salesforce and Dynamics 365 objects are synchronized?

The service enables bi-directional sync for core CRM objects including Accounts, Contacts, Opportunities, and Activities. Field-level mapping is configured with timestamp-based conflict resolution, and critical objects such as Accounts, Contacts, and Opportunities are mapped with field-level precision.

Does the integration support bi-directional synchronization between Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales?

Yes, the service is designed to support bi-directional CRM data sync between Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales. This helps keep customer data aligned across both CRMs so sales teams can work from more consistent account, contact, opportunity, and activity information.

Can the integration automate workflows across Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales?

Yes, IT Partner configures automated workflow triggers between Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales using an Azure Logic Apps integration layer. An example in scope is a Dynamics opportunity update triggering Salesforce task creation, and the service supports automated follow-ups when deals progress in either system.

How does the service support Power BI reporting?

The service enables unified reporting by combining Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales data sources in Power BI. This supports cross-platform CRM analytics for RevOps, sales leadership, and organizations that need a consolidated view across both CRM systems.

How are AI-powered insights enabled with Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales data?

AI-powered insights are enabled by consolidating CRM data in Dataverse before analysis with Dynamics 365 Copilot. For large datasets above 50,000 records, Azure Synapse is used for large-scale processing before Copilot analysis.

What Microsoft security controls are included in the integration?

The service applies Microsoft security controls including Azure Entra ID Conditional Access for CRM logins and Azure Key Vault encryption for sync data. It also supports field-level security using Azure Entra ID attribute-based access control, helping organizations protect access to sensitive CRM information.

What are the prerequisites for this Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales integration?

Prerequisites include Salesforce Enterprise or Unlimited with API access, Dynamics 365 Sales Enterprise with admin rights, Azure Logic Apps Standard tier, and Dataverse storage capacity for AI processing. Azure Logic Apps Premium is required if custom connectors are needed. The client should also provide required administrative access, approved service accounts or app registrations, object and field documentation, business owners for decisions, test users, and required licensing and Azure capacity.

Are custom Salesforce or Dynamics 365 objects included in the integration?

Custom objects may be supported, but the service notes that custom objects require middleware transformation. Because complexity depends on the object model, field structure, and business logic, custom object requirements should be confirmed during scoping with IT Partner.

How does IT Partner handle data conflicts between Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales?

IT Partner configures field matching with timestamp-based conflict resolution. This means the integration design uses timestamps to help determine how conflicting updates between the two CRMs should be handled, based on the scoped mapping rules.

How are Salesforce and Dynamics API limits handled?

The integration layer includes error handling for stated API limits: Salesforce at 15,000 API calls per day and Dynamics at 60,000 API calls per day. IT Partner implements this within Azure Logic Apps so the integration can better manage API constraints during synchronization and workflow execution.

What happens during the implementation engagement?

The engagement typically includes data mapping, Azure Logic Apps integration layer deployment, security configuration, and AI enhancement setup. IT Partner configures field matching and conflict resolution, deploys dual CRM connectors, applies Entra ID Conditional Access and Azure Key Vault encryption, consolidates data in Dataverse, and uses Azure Synapse for large datasets over 50,000 records.

Is downtime expected during the Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales integration?

The service description does not specify a required downtime window. Because the work involves CRM connectors, data sync, security configuration, and reporting setup, any expected business impact or cutover approach should be confirmed with IT Partner during project scoping.

Who is responsible for what during the integration project?

IT Partner is responsible for connecting Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales, configuring object sync, workflow triggers, field mapping, Power BI reporting enablement, Entra ID security controls, Azure Key Vault encryption, Dataverse consolidation, and Synapse processing for large datasets. The client is typically responsible for providing required access, service account or app registration approvals, CRM data and process knowledge, mapping decisions, test users, UAT, licensing, compliance requirements, and go-live approvals.

How long does the Salesforce + Dynamics 365 Sales Integration take?

The service duration varies by project. Timeline is customized after scoping because implementation effort depends on factors such as object mapping, workflow complexity, custom connector needs, data volume, security requirements, and reporting requirements.

How is pricing determined for this integration service?

Pricing is hourly / time-and-materials with no fixed price by default. Final billing estimates and timeline are scoped per project because the required effort can vary based on CRM configuration, custom objects, middleware transformation needs, workflow automation, Power BI reporting, security controls, and AI/data processing requirements.

What is not included in the Salesforce + Dynamics 365 Sales Integration service?

Unless specifically included in the final statement of work, exclusions typically include product licensing and Azure consumption, major CRM redesign, bulk data cleanup or deduplication, historical data migration, complex custom object transformation, custom connector or middleware development, advanced Power BI dashboard development, end-user training, change management, and formal compliance certification. Ongoing managed support, 24/7 support, continuous monitoring, SLA-backed operations, incident response, ongoing maintenance, and long-term integration administration are not included by default; they are available as optional extra-cost add-ons delivered through IT Partner's NOC, third-party support partnerships, and a Microsoft Premier Support agreement.

What happens after the integration is completed?

After completion, the expected outcome is a configured Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales integration supporting bi-directional object sync, automated cross-platform triggers, Power BI reporting, Microsoft security controls, and Copilot-ready consolidated data. Standard handoff may include configuration notes, mapping documentation, test evidence, deployment summary, basic monitoring guidance, and optional administrator knowledge transfer when included in scope. Ongoing support, 24/7 support, continuous monitoring, or ongoing maintenance can be covered by optional paid add-ons delivered through IT Partner's NOC, third-party support partnerships, and a Microsoft Premier Support agreement if required.

Who is this Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales integration best suited for?

This service is intended for organizations that use both Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales and need to reduce CRM data silos. It is especially relevant for enterprises after a merger or acquisition, sales teams that need unified customer views, and RevOps leaders who require cross-platform CRM analytics.

Can this service help create a 360-degree customer view across both CRMs?

Yes, the service supports 360-degree customer insights by combining data from Salesforce and Dynamics 365 Sales. It aligns customer data between platforms, syncs core CRM objects, enables unified Power BI reporting, and prepares consolidated data for Dynamics 365 Copilot analysis.

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