About the LS Central 27.0 Release

The LS Central 27.0 version brings a major upgrade to how retailers and hospitality companies use Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. You can find detailed information in the LS Central 27.0 Release Notes. LS Retail continues its twice-yearly release schedule (April and October) to align with Microsoft’s updates.

With this release, LS Central adds new performance tools, POS enhancements, hotel improvements, fashion updates, and integration capabilities with Shopify and Shopee.

LS Central Core Enhancements

Better Performance and Less Database Locking

The new release removes Sum Index Fields from key transaction tables, which reduces locking and improves speed. Column Store Indexes and optimized queries ensure smoother page loading and report generation.

Customer Template on POS

Now you can create new customers using Customer Templates directly from the POS. This saves time and keeps data consistent across stores.

Currency Enhancement

A new Currency Code and Currency Factor field has been added to the Customer Order Header for more accurate international transactions.

Aggregated Inventory Cost Redistribution

Retailers can now choose how to post cost redistributions in closed periods. Options include using the earliest open date or blocking the entry entirely.

Archiving and Data Handling Made Simpler

Archive in Batches

Transactions are archived in small batches (10–100 per store) to improve speed and reliability.

Auto Restore Archived Transactions

If a refund references an archived receipt, LS Central automatically restores it so the POS can process the transaction without manual work.

Barcode and License Management Improvements

Smarter GS1 Barcode Processing

You can now switch between GS1 Barcode Version 1 and Version 2 without data migration. Version 2 follows the global GS1 standards for faster setup.

License Manager Logs and On-Prem Activation

Logs now store XML request and response details for better troubleshooting. On-premises installations must activate with a License Manager Key to use core features.

POS Improvements in LS Central 27.0

Faster Refund and Card Payment Handling

Cashiers can now see all card payments during a refund and select which one to use. Partial refunds are supported too.

Real-Time Scale Display

Six new POS tags display live scale weight, tare, and sales price – ideal for grocery and fresh food stores.

Background Sync on POS Startup

POS stations now start background sessions immediately, sending transactions and receiving updates without delay.

Improved Error and Confirmation Dialogs

Error messages now match the POS theme and can be copied to the clipboard for quick support.

Modern Look with Curved UI Elements

A new POS Control Curvature setting lets you design rounded buttons and panels for a modern look and feel.

Fashion Module Updates

Variant Dimension Matrix in Invoices

The matrix view is now available in retail purchase and sales invoices, making it easier to see color and size variants in one place.

Flexible Price Adjustments

Use the Dimension Price Matrix to adjust prices and apply rounding rules automatically for item variants.

Replenishment Enhancements

Focused Templates for Buyers

Buyers see only their assigned replenishment templates, reducing confusion and streamlining daily tasks.

Faster Parallel Replenishment Jobs

The system now pre-calculates item balancing, which makes large replenishment jobs run much faster.

Visual FactBoxes

New FactBoxes on Replenishment pages show inventory, sales, lifecycle, and images for each item all in one place.

Restaurants and Hospitality Upgrades

Smarter Table Management

You can now join tables without dragging and use commands to join or separate tables easily.

Tip Suggestions

Set three preset tip percentages to display on receipts and payment screens. Guests can select quickly and boost your team’s gratuities.

Self-Service Kiosk Design Flexibility

Change button colors, fonts, and styles without editing code. Modifiers and availability features also work better than before.

eCommerce Integrations

Shopee Marketplace Integration

LS Central 27.0 adds a ready-made integration for Shopee, letting you sync products, inventory, and orders directly from LS Central.

Shopify GraphQL Upgrade

Shopify integration now uses GraphQL for faster communication and adds support for Click & Collect orders and manual sales posting.

LS Central for Hotels and Pharmacies

Hotels Module Highlights

Hotels can now post sales invoices directly from the invoice management page, manage early checkouts, and view housekeeping plans per day.

Pharmacy Label Printing

The new label printing function prints only extra labels needed after a prescription change saving paper and time.

Hardware Station and Web KDS Updates

SQLite Database for Configs

Hardware Station now stores all settings in an SQLite database instead of XML files, reducing corruption and improving speed.

Web KDS Media and Customization

The Kitchen Display System can show ads or videos on customer screens and supports custom operations for kitchen automation.

Why This Release Matters for Retail and Hospitality Businesses

LS Central 27.0 is not just an update – it’s a step toward smarter automation and cross-platform connectivity.
From POS speed to warehouse planning and online order sync, every change helps businesses save time, reduce manual work, and deliver a better customer experience.

How Navisiontech Can Help

If you already use LS Central on Business Central and want to get the most out of this update, Navisiontech can help you with:

  • LS Central and Business Central upgrades

  • POS and eCommerce integration projects

  • Custom development and enhancement

  • Full support and training for your staff

Get in touch today to optimize your retail operations with the latest LS Central capabilities.