Hello Frank, you brought back some impressive pictures from your workation in Colorado. What was the reason for the long journey?
Frank: DynamicsCon in Denver is an excellent opportunity to expand your knowledge, maintain or establish new contacts, exchange ideas, and discover the latest developments in the Dynamics world. There is hardly any comparable event in Europe.
Who was involved, and how did the idea come about to extend the trip by a few days?
Frank: Six of us set off on the journey – or rather, the long flight. Our small team was comprised of four colleagues from the Finance SCM area and two from the CE and Power Platform environment. We proposed extending the trip by a few days because we wanted to attend the conference with “fresh minds.” We were concerned that jet lag would make us less receptive, so this strategy worked very well, and we actually had no issues with it at the conference.
Which topics particularly interested you?
Frank: We split up and attended different sessions to cover as many areas as possible. There were over 250 of them. The highlights for us are always the sessions led by Microsoft itself because they provide an excellent overview of the developments Microsoft is focusing on. As DynamicsCon is organized by users, the emphasis is on the latest developments, networking, and exchanging ideas. At the conference, we often meet familiar faces or connect with people facing similar challenges, which fosters good networking where users can help each other.
What impressed you the most at DynamicsCon?
Frank: It was impressive to see how well-organized this conference ran, especially considering there were more than 2,000 participants on the site over the event’s four days.
Speaking of the site: what were the Rockies like?
Frank: As I mentioned, we wanted to get the jet lag under control, so we flew to Denver two days before the conference started. In total, we spent a week there. We definitely had a fantastic time. On the first day, we visited the Denver Botanical Gardens. On the second day, we went on a hike to Cub Lake in Estes Park in beautiful weather. That’s when we encountered the most dangerous animal in the Rockies: the chipmunk.
Chipmunks?! Dangerous?
Frank: Well, it captivates you, and you have to take thousands of photos because it’s so trusting, and you can’t move on. Just kidding. The Rockies were truly impressive, and we’re still a bit jealous of our colleague Daniel, who was able to stay for an extra week. Each day, we covered around 12 km on foot.
So, overall, was the workation a win?
Frank: Absolutely! We strengthened our team spirit and were able to focus on the latest developments in the Dynamics environment without the usual office distractions. However, there is also a lot to do afterward. We’re reviewing the materials and presentations and sharing the latest insights within the company.
Thanks for giving us a glimpse into your colorful adventure. Do you have any recommendations for our readers regarding who should attend the conference?
Frank: Yes, gladly.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 users and professionals:
If you work with Dynamics 365, the sessions and workshops offer the chance to learn about the latest developments or find solutions to your challenges.
Power Platform users:
The conference is ideal for anyone looking to expand their skills in this area.
IT and business decision-makers:
If you’re responsible for implementing or managing Dynamics solutions in your company, you’ll gain new strategies and best practices from the conference.
Users:
The conference provides ample opportunities for networking with other professionals and experts from the industry.
