Deploy Dynamics 365 App for Outlook on a Dataverse Environment without Dynamics 365 Apps License: A Step-by-Step Guide

Introduction

In today’s fast-paced business environment, it’s essential to have efficient tools that can help organizations streamline their business processes. Microsoft Dynamics 365 is one such tool that enables businesses to manage their operations effectively. It includes a range of apps designed to enhance various business processes, including sales, customer service, and marketing. However, not all businesses require the functionality offered by the Dynamics 365 Sales app. Instead, they may only require the ability to synchronize their Outlook contacts and appointments with their CRM. In such cases, creating a Dataverse environment without Dynamics 365 apps enabled can help businesses save on licensing costs.

In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the steps involved in deploying the Dynamics 365 App for Outlook on a Dataverse environment without a Dynamics 365 Apps license.

Understanding the Dynamics 365 App for Outlook

Before we delve into the steps involved in deploying the Dynamics 365 App for Outlook, let’s take a closer look at what it is and how it can benefit businesses. The Dynamics 365 App for Outlook is a free add-in for Outlook that allows users to track emails, appointments, and tasks from Outlook to Dynamics 365. This app enables businesses to stay on top of their customer interactions, save time, and improve their productivity.

Creating a Dataverse Environment without Dynamics 365 Apps Enabled

To deploy the Dynamics 365 App for Outlook on a Dataverse environment without a Dynamics 365 Apps license, you first need to create a new Power Platform environment on the Power Platform admin center. Make sure to set «Add a Dataverse data store» to Yes while «Enable Dynamics 365 apps» is set to No.

Once you’ve created the environment, open the detailed view, and select «Dynamics 365 apps» under resources.

Click on the «Open AppSource» button on the Command Bar.

This will open the AppSource in a new tab, where you have to search for «Dynamics 365 for Outlook.»

You should find a free app with the name «Microsoft Dynamics 365 App for Outlook.» Click on «Get it now,» and you’ll get redirected back to the Power Platform admin center, where you have to select the environment to install the app.

Select the environment where you want to install it and install the app.

Deploying the Dynamics 365 App for Outlook

Now that you’ve installed the Dynamics 365 App for Outlook, you can follow Microsoft’s guide to deploy and install the app on the following URL: learn.microsoft.com

Benefits of Deploying the Dynamics 365 App for Outlook this way

Deploying the Dynamics 365 App for Outlook on a Dataverse environment without a Dynamics 365 Apps license helps businesses save on licensing costs.
At the time of writing, Dynamics 365 Sales Professional costs $65 per user/month, while the Power Apps per app subscription plan costs only $5 per user/app/month which is a significant difference. Businesses can save up to 92% lisensing cost this way!

Conclusion

Deploying the Dynamics 365 App for Outlook on a Dataverse environment without a Dynamics 365 Apps license can help businesses save on licensing costs while enhancing productivity. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can easily deploy and install the app and start using it to streamline your business processes.

In conclusion, the Dynamics 365 App for Outlook is a powerful tool that can help businesses stay on top of their customer interactions and improve their productivity. By deploying the app on a Dataverse environment without a Dynamics 365 Apps license, businesses can save on licensing costs while enjoying the benefits offered by the app. So why not give it a try and see how it can help your business streamline its operations?