Hub & Spoke-concept

The Hub & Spoke-concept refers to a parent or holding company that uses one business software system (the hub), which is integrated with the systems used by its individual subsidiaries or divisions (the spokes). This concept is a metaphor, which uses the image of a wheel with a core component (the hub) and many sub-components (the spokes). Together, the hub and spokes form a whole that can progress forward as one unit.

The concept is relevant for your company!

Subsidiaries or divisions often have different needs compared to the parent company. Microsoft Dynamics NAV has the flexibility to meet the varied needs of local subsidiaries or divisions, regardless of their size, location or type of business:

• Size: Subsidiaries do not need the same level of complexity in their system as the parent company. Furthermore, they may not have the resources necessary to acquire and maintain a system that was designed for a larger company.
• Location: Subsidiaries located in different countries need a business system that reflects their local legal requirements as well as the business practices dictated by their location. Microsoft Dynamics NAV offers 40 localized country versions around the world, with multi-language capabilities. Thus, it is a standard solution that meets varying local needs.
• Type of business: Subsidiaries may have specialized functions that they perform. Microsoft Dynamics NAV is flexible by nature. It is straightforward to adapt the standard functionality in Microsoft Dynamics NAV to meet the specific requirements of subsidiaries or divisions.