About Optimal IQ

Built around outcomes,
not software

We help organizations modernize across the Microsoft Dynamics 365 ecosystem — Finance & Supply Chain Management, Business Central, Customer Engagement, and Power Platform — by aligning people, process, and technology around measurable business outcomes, from implementation through ongoing excellence.

Our story

Why we exist

We built Optimal IQ because too many ERP and CRM initiatives are driven by software decisions instead of operational needs. Implementations get delivered on time and on budget — and then underperform, because the underlying business processes were never properly examined or redesigned.

Our work starts with the way the business should run, then aligns technology to support that model. That approach helps clients simplify processes, improve visibility, reduce rework, and create a stronger foundation for growth.

We also believe that most ERP and CRM value is realized after go-live — through adoption, continuous improvement, and ongoing alignment to evolving business needs. Our managed services practice reflects that belief directly.

What clients value most

Operational discipline over software-first thinking
Clear expectations and measurable outcomes
Senior consultants on every engagement
Practical guidance that doesn't overcomplicate
Ongoing support that goes beyond break-fix
One partner across ERP, CRM, and Power Platform
Global delivery model with competitive rates
Where we work

The full Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem

We aren't tied to a single product. We recommend and deliver the right Dynamics platform for how your business operates — and connect it across finance, operations, sales, and service.

Finance & Supply Chain Management

Enterprise ERP for complex, multi-entity, and global operations — including manufacturing, distribution, project-based organizations, and project recovery when an implementation has gone off track.

Business Central

Cloud ERP for growing and mid-market businesses that need connected financials, operations, and reporting without enterprise-level overhead.

Customer Engagement & Power Platform

Sales, customer service, and field service on Dynamics 365, extended with Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI to connect front-office and back-office processes.

Legacy modernization

Planned, low-risk moves from Dynamics GP, NAV, AX, and on-premises CRM to the cloud — with processes redesigned along the way, not just data lifted and shifted.

How we work

Our delivery philosophy

Four principles guide every engagement we take on — from a discovery conversation through post-go-live optimization.

Business-first

We start with how the business operates and what it needs — not with what the software can do. System configuration follows process design, not the other way around.

Disciplined execution

We define scope, priorities, and milestones clearly so projects move with less noise and more confidence. Every deliverable is tied to a business outcome, not just a task list.

Transparent communication

We work with clear expectations, documented decisions, and practical next steps — so clients always know where things stand and why decisions are being made.

Long-term accountability

We stay focused on adoption, optimization, and measurable value after launch — because that's when most of the real return on an ERP investment is created or lost.

Leadership

The team behind Optimal IQ

Senior practitioners with deep hands-on experience across the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem — from enterprise Finance & Supply Chain Management to Business Central, Customer Engagement, and Power Platform — along with legacy Dynamics GP, NAV, and AX modernization across a range of industries.

Peter Dear
Managing Director
Leads delivery and strategy with a focus on operational discipline, system alignment, and measurable outcomes for organizations modernizing on Microsoft Dynamics 365 — from growing mid-market businesses to complex, multi-entity enterprises.
Deep experience across D365 Finance & Supply Chain, Business Central, Customer Engagement, and legacy GP, NAV, and AX
Focus on aligning ERP projects to finance and operations goals, not just technical delivery
Led engagements across manufacturing, distribution, services, and professional sectors
Christine Thies
Operations Leader
Drives service delivery excellence, team performance, and client success across Dynamics 365 engagements — with a focus on adoption, post-go-live stability, and continuous improvement.
Specializes in managed services structure, client engagement, and ongoing optimization planning
Background in operations management and ERP and CRM system administration
Focused on building long-term client relationships built on measurable results
Work with us

Ready to get more from your ERP, CRM, and Power Platform?

Whether you're evaluating Dynamics 365, planning a migration from a legacy system, recovering a stalled project, or looking to improve a system you already have — start with a focused conversation. No pressure, no unnecessary complexity.