Discover what you might have missed from the Oracle customer conference of the year
BLUEPRINT 4D is the premier Oracle conference of the year, designed to help businesses navigate today’s rapid technological and operational changes.
With digital transformation being so important, this conference is helpful for leaders to rethink their strategies around people, processes, technology, and overall business plans. This year, Quest set up their lineup to give Oracle customers the crucial insights and latest tools they need to succeed in the future.
If you couldn’t attend, this BLUEPRINT 4D 2024 recap will cover all you missed, including crucial takeaways for JD Edwards.
Key Takeaways
- BLUEPRINT 4D 2024 is a crucial event for Oracle users. It focuses on digital transformation and provides essential tools and insights. Oracle reinforces its commitment to JD Edwards with extended support and a 10-year plan.
- The conference highlighted significant updates, such as Release 24 and upcoming features in Release 25, which enhance enterprise automation and sustainability. The thriving JD Edwards community continues to grow, fostering knowledge exchange and support.
- Looking ahead, INFOCUS 2024 offers more opportunities to share experiences and connect. Mark your calendars for September 30 to October 2 in Denver, Colorado, to stay engaged and informed.
JD Edwards Keynote
Oracle's Commitment to JD Edwards: Extended Support Through 2035
Oracle is doubling down on its commitment to JD Edwards by offering extended support through 2035. They’ve laid out a robust 10-year plan that gives customers a clear idea of what to expect, boosting their confidence in sticking with Oracle for the long haul.
State of JD Edwards
JD Edwards boasts a storied history beginning in 1972 and continues to experience substantial growth and innovation. The platform has had over 30 major updates, and its latest version, 9.2, has almost 1,000 enhancements. Last year, Oracle added over 100 new features. This relentless progression highlights Oracle’s commitment to maintaining and advancing top-tier solutions for its users.
Customer Adoption and Community Engagement
The pace of adoption for JD Edwards innovations is impressive:
- More than 940 customers now use Orchestrator
- Over 310 customers have transitioned to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
- 420+ customers are employing hybrid SaaS solutions.
The JD Edwards community is thriving and growing, especially on LinkedIn, with over 25,000 members. People are constantly sharing insights and knowledge there, which helps everyone learn and grow together.
JD Edwards Product Strategy
Oracle’s strategic vision for JD Edwards centers on three pivotal areas: applications, digital platforms, and system administration. This focused approach ensures ongoing enhancements, keeping JD Edwards at the cutting edge of ERP technology.
- Applications: JD Edwards has come a long way since 2000, evolving significantly to automate and enhance functionalities. This helps organizations tap into the full potential of modern software solutions.
- Digital Platform: The Orchestrator is the heart of JD Edwards’ strategy. Orchestrator is a game-changer, enabling no-code and low-code development environments. This innovation replaces rigid customizations with flexible options, making it easier for businesses to interpret data and find ways to boost operational efficiency.
- System Administration: Oracle keeps JD Edwards fresh with regular updates, aiming to simplify system management. They focus on security and analyzing impact, ensuring the system remains robust and user-friendly.
Recent Updates and Enhancements
The latest Release 24 introduced 21 new enhancements, beefing up the workflow engine. It also introduced cool new stuff like task tracking and notification reminders. Moreover, a significant advancement in alternative authentication methods for OCI services has refined the user experience.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Oracle JD Edwards
Oracle is all-in on improving JD Edwards. Every time they roll out an update or a new release, they provide robust and easy-to-use tools, perfect for keeping up with the ever-changing needs of modern businesses.
Release 25 and Beyond
Oracle’s focus on continual improvement and innovation is more robust than ever.
Looking forward, Oracle’s focus remains on continuous improvement and innovation. Release 25 will introduce new features to enhance our enterprise automation strategy. The enterprise automation cycle—ingest, model, analyze, solve, and measure—is fundamental to business process redesign and engineering.
Enhancing Business Efficiency and Sustainability Initiatives
Oracle JD Edwards is not only advancing automation but also driving sustainability initiatives.
- Enterprise Automation: What began as a research initiative has now evolved into a practical toolkit for ongoing process improvement. Process templates for critical workflows such as Order to Cash, Procure to Pay, and Ship to Dispatch are aiding businesses in analyzing and optimizing their operations. Recent enhancements now provide real-time data insights through watch lists on process steps.
- Advanced Process Modeling: Further enhancements will include sophisticated process models and more refined filtering options, offering an in-depth view of system utilization and supporting data-driven decisions.
- Sustainability Initiatives: Oracle is actively developing a framework to capture essential environmental data, focusing on metrics such as fuel consumption. This framework will enable businesses to monitor and report on their sustainability objectives, translating valuable data into actionable insights.
Join the Conversation
Oracle JD Edwards remains committed to delivering innovative solutions that enhance business efficiency and promote sustainability. Engage with the JD Edwards community to discover the extensive possibilities as we collaboratively advance toward a more efficient and sustainable future.
Terillium at BLUEPRINT 4D 2024
Terillium Session
This year, we led a session on integrating Oracle Guided Learning with your training programs. OGL is a powerful tool that enhances the effectiveness of end-user training and facilitates smoother organizational change management during project implementations. Our session covered how to equip PMOs, Change Managers, Training Managers, and Project Teams with the know-how and strategies to integrate OGL into their training and project deployment smoothly. This helps ensure top-notch project outcomes through effective change management programs.
If you missed our session or want more information, reach out for a copy of our presentation.
Terillium Booth
BLUEPRINT 4D isn’t just about learning—it’s a place to connect and engage. As one of the largest, award-winning Oracle consulting groups in the United States, our commitment to the community runs deep. We’d like to thank everyone who swung by our booth and joined our session.
Tackling your software projects can feel like an Olympic feat, but we have your back. As a leading Oracle ERP consulting group, we’re here to ensure your vision becomes a winning reality.
Looking Forward: Save the Date for INFOCUS 2024
Keep the momentum going with JD Edwards! Mark your calendars for INFOCUS 2024.
You could earn a FREE PASS by sharing how your team leverages new JD Edwards features and tools. Stay engaged, connect with the community, and continue the conversation at the next INFOCUS event. Submit your presentation by June 3rd, and plan to join us from October 1st to 3rd in Denver, Colorado!