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Microsoft Business Solutions Product Plan
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See the product plan that Microsoft Senior Vice President Doug Burgum unveiled at a recent Microsoft Worldwide Conference. 
Paul Hamerman of Forrester Research looks at the current offerings and the future directions of Microsoft Business Solutions.Want a glimpse into the Microsoft plan for delivering outstanding value to companies—now, and in the future? Look inside our blueprint.
The product strategy for Microsoft Business Solutions centers around five customer-driven technology themes. Each is the result of focused customer and partner research. Regardless of product, their input has helped us defined these building blocks—or "pillars"—for our development efforts. Here's how we plan to help companies address these fundamental needs. By better understanding our commitments and vision, you can rest assured that an investment in Microsoft Business Solutions is sound.
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Connected Business
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Adaptive Processes
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