Latin America is one of the most dynamic yet challenging regions for tax and financial compliance. Each country enforces its own fiscal framework, and governments frequently introduce new rules that impact daily operations. For organizations running Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, the standard version alone is not enough. Localizations are essential to remain compliant, minimize risks, and keep financial processes running smoothly across the region.

Why compliance is so complex in Latin America

Latin American markets are known for strict, country-specific requirements that go far beyond basic reporting.

• Multiple authorities: AFIP in Argentina, DIAN in Colombia, SUNAT in Peru, SAT in Mexico, and SII in Chile each apply unique fiscal rules.
• Constant updates: Frequent changes in tax codes, reporting formats, and rates make manual compliance nearly impossible.
• Mandatory digitalization: Electronic invoicing, payroll reporting, and official books are standard requirements, with direct integration to tax authorities.

This landscape makes it clear: organizations need localized solutions to stay compliant and competitive.

The risks of running Business Central without localization

Operating Business Central in its standard form across LATAM exposes companies to serious risks:

• Non-compliance penalties from tax authorities.
• Manual workarounds that increase costs, errors, and inefficiencies.
• Fragmented operations, particularly for businesses managing subsidiaries in multiple countries.

Without localization, the value of ERP is undermined, as processes become disconnected and harder to scale.

How Business Central localizations address compliance challenges

Localizations extend Business Central to meet the regulatory requirements of each country. With AlfaPeople’s localizations, companies gain:

• Automated tax calculations for VAT, income tax, and other regional obligations.
• Electronic invoicing and reporting aligned with local standards (NF-e in Brazil, CFDI in Mexico, DTE in Chile, FEL in Guatemala, and more).
• Pre-built official books and reports, ready for audits and electronic submission.
• Ongoing updates that keep pace with changing legislation, ensuring continuity and peace of mind.
• The ability to consolidate subsidiaries in one tenant only, creating unified financial management across the region.

Why AlfaPeople is different

Not all localizations deliver the same value. AlfaPeople is the only Microsoft partner offering multi-country Business Central localizations for Latin America with:

• Coverage across 10 countries: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico, Paraguay, and Peru.
• A single-tenant, multi-country model, reducing costs and simplifying management.
• Local expertise with global reach, combining local services and knowledge of regional tax frameworks with Microsoft best practices.
• Seamless alignment with Microsoft updates, ensuring stability and scalability.

Conclusion

In Latin America, compliance is not optional, and running Business Central without localization is simply not viable. With AlfaPeople’s proven localizations, organizations can reduce complexity, stay compliant, and manage multi-country operations with confidence, all within one tenant.

Discover more about our Business Central LATAM Localization and talk to our experts today.