Fit Gap Analysis for Dynamics 365 and Power Platform

Translating complex business needs into a structured software solution is one of the most critical phases of any enterprise project. Conducting a thorough fit gap analysis ensures that you build on standard features before resorting to custom development. This text-only course guides you through the foundational concepts of fit gap analysis specifically tailored for Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. You will learn how to identify standard capabilities, recognize where custom extensions are necessary, and document your findings to align stakeholders and technical teams. What you'll learn: 1. Understand the foundational concepts of fit gap analysis and the role of a solution architect. 2. Evaluate business requirements against standard Dynamics 365 and Power Platform features. 3. Categorize requirements into fits, gaps, and workarounds using structured criteria. 4. Apply modern low-code and integration patterns to resolve gaps with minimal custom code. 5. Analyze documentation structures and communication strategies to align business and technical teams. 6. Practice mapping real-world business scenarios to platform capabilities through written exercises. Starting with core terminology and architectural principles, this course walks you through the step-by-step process of analyzing requirements, identifying platform limitations, and proposing scalable solutions. You will read through practical scenarios and complete analytical exercises to solidify your skills. This course is designed for aspiring solution architects, business analysts, and consultants who are new to Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. No prior architectural experience is required. Start reading today to master the art of aligning business needs with cloud platform capabilities.