Prototyping models have long existed for testing and evaluation to see how the product performs before releasing. A CRP is very similar to a prototyping model. CRP is the ability to prototype out-of-the-box capabilities in a software product, including enhancements/customization, and it releases the solution/product to the end user in logically connected parts.

It also helps to break the bigger goal into smaller manageable goals and achieve them one by one over a period of time.

Following are salient features of a CRP methodology:

• The CRP methodology levers pilots, wherein each pilot is designed to target a specific stage, event, or business process of the enterprise during an implementation and should determine the success or failure.
• It's a recurring approach and is well utilized when a larger goal is divided into many manageable goals.
• It's a progressive approach that brings in smaller time to value in implementations and ensures early acceptance of a solution.
• It is very often said that a picture is worth more than a 1000 words; similarly, a CRP is an effective way to communicate the solution in a language that business subject matter experts (SMEs) can understand more effectively using visual aids and flows.

There are several benefits of using the CRP methodology in Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations implementations:

• Confirms and validates your understanding of business scenarios and requirements
• Less change management
• Higher adoption rate of incremental solutions
• Quicker go-lives
• A validated proposed solution with early feedback
• An iterative effort
• The opportunity for innovating, learning, and improving across delivery cycles
• The building of bigger solutions, bit by bit, in a highly efficient and successful manner

Let's now explore the various steps involved in using the CRP methodology.