Why Manual Approvals Are Slowing You Down — And What to Do About It

We’ve all been there — waiting on an approval email that never seems to come, chasing a manager who’s buried in other priorities, and watching important purchases or projects get delayed for no good reason. What seems like a small task — approving a request — becomes a real roadblock.

And for small to mid-sized businesses, those delays add up quickly. Time is money. And so is momentum.

But here’s the good news: If your company is using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (or considering it), you already have the tools to fix this — without adding extra software.

Let’s talk about how approval automation can transform your operations — and how Avion Technology helps make it happen.

The Hidden Cost of Manual Approvals

Manual approval processes don’t just slow things down. They frustrate employees, reduce productivity, and open the door to errors. You’ve probably seen it yourself:

• Purchase requests stuck in inboxes

• Managers overwhelmed with approval emails

• Lack of tracking or audit trails

• Bottlenecks in procurement or finance

It doesn’t have to be this way. And with Business Central, it really doesn’t have to.

Business Central Has Built-In Approval Automation — Use It

What most teams don’t realize is that Business Central already includes approval automation tools. You don’t need to buy new software or reinvent your processes. You just need to implement it the right way — with logic, structure, and scalability.

That’s where Avion Technology, based in Chicago, IL, comes in. We help businesses like yours map out real-world workflows and turn them into automated systems that actually work for your team.

What Automated Approvals Look Like (When Done Right)

Here’s what you can expect when you automate approvals with Business Central and Avion:

• Custom rules by user, department, or vendor

• Smart routing to the right approver automatically

• Real-time notifications by email, Teams, or dashboard

• Escalation paths if someone’s on vacation

• A clear audit trail for every approval decision

FAQs We Get All the Time

Q: Do we need to buy anything extra?
No. Business Central already has this functionality — we just help you use it correctly.

Q: Our approval process is complex. Will this still work?
Yes. We’ve implemented automated workflows for companies with multiple approval layers and logic.

Q: How long does it take?
Most of our clients are live with automated approvals in 7–14 days.

Q: Is this only useful for big companies?
Not at all. SMBs often benefit the most, especially when every hour saved counts.

Why Avion Technology?

We’re not just ERP experts — we’re business problem solvers. At Avion Technology, we’ve helped dozens of SMBs across Chicago and the U.S. streamline their operations using Business Central. We know how to ask the right questions, tailor the right solution, and make sure your team is set up for long-term success.

We don’t overcomplicate. We don’t push unnecessary tools. We deliver what works — fast.

Final Thought

Every time your team sends a “Can you approve this?” email, you’re losing time and energy that could be spent on strategy, growth, and results.

If you’re already using Business Central (or planning to), you have what you need. Let’s help you make the most of it.

Ready to Ditch the Delay?

Start automating your approval process — quickly and affordably — with Avion Technology.

Schedule a free consultation with our Chicago-based team

Let’s make your approvals faster, smarter, and stress-free.