Server-side synchronization for CRM and email systems. Riva is the leader in CRM and email integration. Since 2008, we have developed server-side integrations for a dozen of the world’s best CRM systems – including Dynamics 365, Dynamics CRM, and several enterprise email platforms (view supported systems).Riva syncs Dynamics 365 for Sales directly to to Office 365, Exchange, G Suite,. Microsoft Dynamics 365 vs QuickBooks for Mac - See how these Accounting software products stack up against each other with real user reviews, product feature comparisons and screenshots. Find out which one is best for your organization.
We are frequently asked if it’s possible to run Microsoft Dynamics CRM on a MAC OS X device. Following are several options to accomplish this:
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Remote Desktop Services (formerly known as Terminal Services) or Citrix – This option allows users (including those running MAC OS X) to access and run Windows based applications installed on a remote server over a network. This can provide MAC users a Windows desktop user interface and access to Windows based versions of Internet Explorer, Dynamics CRM, Outlook, Office, etc. The advantage of this option is that users retain their MAC and connect to the server when they need to run Windows applications such as Microsoft Dynamics CRM. The downside is that connectivity is needed (network or Internet) to access the applications. Dual monitors are helpful and offer users the ability to run the MAC environment on one monitor and Windows based apps on the other.
Safari browser combined with Riva – Microsoft added cross browser support in Dynamics CRM 2011, Update Rollup 12. MAC OS X 10.7 & 10.8 users can now run Dynamics CRM 2011 in a Safari browser and enjoy reasonably robust functionality. The downside is there is still no ability to link email to CRM records unless a 3rd party application like Riva is used.
Riva is an advanced CRM data integration platform for Microsoft Exchange. Riva provides email, contact and calendar synchronization. Unlike traditional Outlook CRM plug-ins, Riva gets installed only once on a server and no plug-ins need to be installed, configured or managed on users’ desktops, laptops or mobile devices. Riva integrates with Microsoft Dynamics CRM and supports both hosted and on-premise Microsoft Exchange and Microsoft Outlook; Outlook 2010, Outlook 2011 for Mac, Outlook Web Access; Microsoft Entourage for Mac; Apple Mail, Address Book, iCal; BlackBerry, iPhone and other ActiveSync mobile devices. No plug-ins are needed.
Parallels Desktop 9 - Parallels is a desktop virtualization application that allows you to run both Windows and Mac OS X applications side-by-side without rebooting. Running Parallels, MAC users can have full access to Dynamics CRM along with email as they would be running Windows versions of Outlook and Internet Explorer (installed just like they would be on a PC). We recommend dual monitors to allow the user to have the Apple/MAC environment on one monitor and the Windows environment on the other.
None of these options provide iPad or iPhone users offline access to CRM. Resco’s Mobile CRM for Microsoft Dynamics offers permanent mobile access to business data allowing you to work directly with CRM server data or with a local database on the mobile device, enterprise standard security, email & calendar support and more.
I do realize that MAC users can be fanatically loyal to the Apple brand, but I would be remiss if I didn’t mention a final option - Deploy Windows PCs and Surface tablets to the MAC users (…J).
If you would like to discuss how to run Microsoft Dynamics CRM on Apple/MAC OS X devices feel free to contact us. Beringer Associates is a leading IT solutions provider specializing in CRM Solutions, CRM for Distribution, Managed Network Services, Unified Communications, and Internet Cloud Computing. You can contact us at [email protected], 856-910-7771.
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We have recently had some interesting comments and questions regarding the ability of Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Microsoft Dynamics NAV to run on Macs. So can the solutions run on Macs, and would Mac users want them to anyway? The answer is yes on both counts, we often come across organisations that are Mac only.The following three Client types interact with the Dynamics NAV or Business Central database through the Microsoft Dynamics NAV Server or Business Central SaaS Service.
1. Browser – Web Client
Chrome for Windows and Firefox for Windows: Dynamics NAV and Business Central is designed to work with the current version of these desktop browsers.Safari: Dynamics NAV and Business Central is designed to work with the current version of Safari on OSX.Microsoft Edge: Dynamics NAV and Business Central is designed to work with the current version of Microsoft Edge.Internet Explorer: Dynamics NAV and Business Central is designed to work with Internet Explorer 11 (build 11.0.9600.17239) for Windows 10 and for Windows 8.1 (32-bit and 64-bit versions). We recommend that you upgrade to the latest version of Internet Explorer supported for your version of Windows.The only downside for the web client is that some browsers have feature restrictions. See more here.
2. Mobile Devices – Universal App
Access your Dynamics NAV or Business Central data from your mobile device. You can: navigate through business data, use features such as “send to Excel or Office 365”, view up-to-date charts and KPIs, email sales quotes and invoices, and take and attach pictures with your phone’s integral camera.You can install the Dynamics NAV app or the Business Central app on your mobile device by downloading the app from the Windows Store, App Store, or Google Play.Requirements:
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Windows: Dynamics NAV and Business Central for Windows can be installed on devices with at least 1GB of RAM and Windows 10 Phone, Home, Pro, Enterprise, or Education (32-bit and 64-bit editions).iOS: Dynamics NAV and Business Central for iPad and iPhone requires iOS 9.0 or later.Android: Dynamics NAV and Business Central for Android tablet and Android phone can be installed on devices with at least 1GB of RAM and Android 5.0 or higher.
3. Windows Client – only for Microsoft Dynamics NAV
There are two options to run the Windows Client on a Mac.The first one is to run a Virtual Machine with your Microsoft SO and Windows Client installed using software such as: VMWare Fusion, Parallels Desktop, Virtual Box.The second option is easier, and recommended, and this route uses Terminal Services with a Microsoft Remote Desktop.Requirements:
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Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, or Education (32-bit and 64-bit editions).Windows 8.1 Professional or Enterprise (32-bit and 64-bit editions).Windows Server 2016 Standard, Essentials, or Datacenter.Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard or Essentials (64-bit edition).Windows Server 2012 Standard or Essentials (64-bit edition). For many industries, the choice of effective ERP software solutions can be limited, so even though it may seem that configuring the Mac to run Microsoft Dynamics applications is additional effort, why would you deny your business some of the best operational solutions available? Microsoft Dynamics provides a wealth of industry solutions supported by an extensive partner channel on both PCs and Macs. Updated September 2018