Microsoft Business Central & DynamicsColumbus, USA

Velosio Review 2026 — Microsoft Implementation

4.0/ 5.0 from 620 verified buyer references
Founded
1984
Headquarters
Columbus, Ohio, USA
Employees
300–500
Regions Served
United States, Canada
Industries
Distribution, manufacturing, professional services, not-for-profit
Typical Engagement
$100K–$2M projects

Overview

Velosio is a Columbus, Ohio-headquartered Microsoft Dynamics partner with more than 40 years in the business applications market. The firm serves over 4,000 active clients from offices across the United States and Canada. Employee headcount is in the 300 to 500 range and annual revenue is in the US$80 million to US$120 million range as a private business — though some sources cite higher figures reflecting recent acquisitions. Velosio was ranked number 6 on Accounting Today's 2025 VAR 100 list. Chad Woods joined as Chief Revenue Officer in 2025, signalling continued growth investment.

The Velosio practice is one of the largest Microsoft Business Central partners in North America, with deep IP for distribution, professional services automation (PSA), manufacturing, and not-for-profit. The firm also delivers Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement, Power Platform, Microsoft 365, and Azure work, plus modules and intellectual property in licensing optimisation and ISV solutions. Velosio holds Microsoft Inner Circle status and consistently ranks in the top tier of North American Dynamics partners.

Buyers typically engage Velosio for upper SMB and mid-market Business Central rollouts, particularly in distribution and services industries where the firm's templates and ISV partnerships accelerate delivery. The firm fits organisations with US$25 million to US$500 million in revenue. Multi-country enterprise rollouts and very large F&O programmes are typically better served by HSO, Hitachi Solutions, or Avanade.

Services Offered

Typical Engagement

Engagement TypeModelTypical Range
Business Central readinessFixed-fee project$20K–$80K (3–6 weeks)
Business Central implementationFixed-fee$150K–$700K (3–9 months)
D365 F&O implementationFixed-fee or T&M$500K–$2M (6–14 months)
Application managed servicesMonthly retainer$5K–$45K per month
Staff augmentation (consultant)Hourly bill rate$110–$210/hour blended

Pricing verified May 2026 from public procurement data and reference checks; ranges vary by region and engagement structure.

Strengths

  • One of the largest Business Central partners in North America by client count (4,000+)
  • Deep distribution and PSA (professional services automation) industry IP
  • Mid-market commercial profile — competes effectively in $150K to $700K range
  • Strong ISV partnerships and add-on portfolio for Business Central
  • Microsoft Inner Circle membership with consistent recognition in VAR rankings
  • Long-standing customer base of 40+ years provides established reference network

Limitations

  • International footprint limited to United States and Canada — no European or APAC delivery
  • Heavier weighting toward Business Central means F&O deals receive less dedicated senior bench
  • Brand recognition lower than HSO, Hitachi Solutions, or Avanade in tier-1 procurement
  • Heritage NAV/GP customer base creates ongoing legacy upgrade noise distinct from new-cloud work
  • Limited capability outside Microsoft stack — multi-vendor ERP evaluations not objective

Regions Served

Alternatives

Direct US peer with combined accounting advisory
4.1
Independent global Microsoft specialist with broader geographic reach
4.3
Larger partner with manufacturing industry IP
4.2
US Microsoft partner stronger on M365 and Azure than D365
4.1
North American Microsoft partner with bilingual Canadian delivery
4.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Velosio's typical project size?
Most Velosio Business Central rollouts fall between $150K and $700K for single-entity implementations, with D365 F&O programmes running $500K to $2 million over 6 to 14 months. Velosio competes actively below $200K for SMB customers, particularly NAV and GP upgrade-to-Business-Central migrations. Multi-country and complex F&O work is more selectively pursued.
How does Velosio price application managed services?
Monthly retainers run from approximately $5K for small Business Central tenants through $45K for multi-entity environments with cross-platform support. Velosio typically structures contracts as 12- to 24-month commitments with monthly hour allocations and quarterly business reviews. Pricing is generally below tier-1 SIs and competitive with US Dynamics peers including Sikich.
How does Velosio compare to Sikich for Dynamics?
Both firms target the US upper SMB and mid-market. Sikich is larger overall, brings audit and accounting advisory under the same firm, and tends to win Dynamics F&O programmes for organisations preferring an integrated professional services relationship. Velosio is more specialised in Business Central, with stronger distribution and PSA IP, deeper ISV portfolio, and often more competitive on SMB pricing.
Which industries does Velosio specialise in?
Strongest verticals are distribution and wholesale, professional services (consulting, agencies, IT services), light manufacturing, and US not-for-profit. The firm has pre-built Business Central templates for distribution operations and PSA. Heavy process manufacturing and highly regulated financial services typically need specialist Dynamics partners or alternative ERP platforms.
Can Velosio deliver onshore-only?
Yes, North American onshore delivery is the default — offices across the United States and Canada deliver most engagements without offshore involvement. Pricing reflects North American consultant rates. Buyers wanting blended offshore models for cost reduction may need to combine Velosio with a separate offshore Dynamics development vendor.
Last updated: May 2026

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