Changes coming to Unified Interface

Whether I am working with the Web/Classic interface or the Unified Interface, I have always found it clunkier than it needs to be. Why not make the navigation as simple as possible? I don’t need all that extra fluff.

 

The NEW Unified Interface will take a big step forward to try to improve this, and in an upcoming release they will make it even better.

**UPDATE: This feature is expected to be rolled out to organizations in early December**

Old Unified Interface

  1. I have found that this navigation interface is still tricky to navigate – especially when you do not expand the flyout navigation. Even when you do, it is tough to know if there are other tabs to it.
  2. User’s won’t know which icon is which without lots of trial and error.
  3. The command bar is a single color and is tough to tell where one command starts and another ends.

New Unified Interface

  1. The navigation flyout will be expanded by default. This will certainly allow users to find what they are looking for much faster and without error.
  2. The entity you are currently in will be highlighted so that the user doesn’t get lost in the system.
  3. Recent records will show up in the top of the navigation, as well as the ability to pin records.
  4. The area switcher is at the bottom of the navigation.
  5. The command bar will highlight which command is selected.
  6. Colors are added to the command icons.

Overall, it is not perfect but makes navigating the system much easier for even the most advanced users.

Author: Bernie Thibeault

What I love most about Dynamics 365 is how it streamlines processes for businesses of all sizes. Every organization is unique, but they all have the same need to get more done in less time. Dynamics 365 is the solution to do that. I'm a skilled listener who knows how to get beneath the surface and hone in on exactly what clients need to get out of Dynamics 365, making him one of the most valuable additions to any team.