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COLLABORATE 08: Register Today!
COLLABORATE 08: Technology and Applications Forum for the Oracle Community COLLABORATE 08, featuring the OAUG Forum, is the place to experience the latest Oracle solutions that will help you stay ahead of the Oracle Technology and Applications curve.
Additional conference information is available on the OAUG COLLABORATE 08 conference Web site. Save $200 USD with early-bird registration. Don’t wait. Register today! COLLABORATE 08 is presented by the OAUG, the Independent Oracle Users Group (IOUG) and the Quest International Users Group (Quest). |
OAUG News
President’s Corner
2007 OAUG President Jan Wagner
Happy New Year! I hope everyone is rested and ready to engage in the many exciting activities and events that the OAUG is sure to bring your way in 2008.
I would like to start off the new year by welcoming the OAUG’s new executive director, Mike Levin.
Mike joins the OAUG with extensive leadership, marketing and membership experience in international trade associations. Most recently, he served for eight years as the executive director of a regional office for the largest trade association representing the technology industry. In that position he worked with a board of directors and senior corporate executives representing member companies to carry out the day-to-day operations of the organization.
Mike has also held the position of president and CEO of the U.S. office of the International Coffee Organization, served as a member of the board of directors for a networking and professional development association for software professionals, worked as a senior account executive for an association management company, carried out the duties of the governmental affairs and marketing manager for a company providing solar energy products and owned two small businesses.
Steven Hughes is departing the OAUG as executive director to pursue other professional interests that will enable him to spend more time with his family. Steven will continue working with the OAUG and with Mike Levin in an advisory capacity. Steven’s strong leadership of and dedication to the OAUG over the past six years are much appreciated, and I wish him well in his new endeavors.
Again, I welcome Mike Levin and look forward to working with him to implement the goals and objectives of the OAUG in 2008.
— Jan Wagner, OAUG President
PSOUG / OAUG Boot Camps 2008
The OAUG is pleased to announce its first set of training boot camps for 2008. Presented by the OAUG and the Puget Sound Oracle Users Group (PSOUG), these boot camps provide an intensive, hands-on, 10-day learning experience. Classes are taught by Oracle Professionals and offer hands-on experience.
Don’t miss this opportunity to get the training you need at a competitive price that you may only receive by being an active participant in the Oracle user community. You do not have to be an OAUG member to attend the boot camps. In fact, when you register for a boot camp, mention the OAUG and you will automatically become a member!
- DBA Boot Camp
January 14 - 25, 2008
Portland, Oregon - DBA Boot Camp
March 24 - April 4, 2008
Seattle, Washington - E-Business Suite Boot Camp
March 3 - 14, 2008
Seattle, Washington
Get all the details and register today!
OAUG Members Honored with Oracle ACE Designation
OAUG members Elke Phelps and Ameed Taylor were recently named Oracle ACE and Oracle ACE Director, respectively. The Oracle ACE Program recognizes and rewards members of the Oracle Technology and Applications communities for their technical proficiency and willingness to share their knowledge and experiences.
Oracle ACE — Elke Phelps is the Technical Manager of the Oracle Applications DBA Team at Humana. Her experience with Oracle products began in 1993. She is an Oracle Certified Professional and author of Oracle Applications DBA Field Guide (Apress) as well as numerous white papers. She is a frequent speaker at major conferences, including COLLABORATE and Oracle OpenWorld, and an active member of the Oracle Applications User Group (OAUG). Elke founded and currently presides as Chair of the OAUG Middleware (formerly Application Technology Stack) SIG. She is also a member of the OAUG Geo/SIG Committee and serves as the OAUG SIG Chair.
Oracle ACE Director — Ameed Taylor is president of Applation LLC. Applation is creating OnDemand solutions that help firms integrate their applications and data with global customers, vendors and partners. Prior to founding Applation, Ameed was one of the founding employees of silicon valley based Qwest Cyber Solutions (QCS), a pioneering joint venture between Qwest Communications and KPMG to develop ASP solutions. Before joining QCS, Ameed was a principal Oracle ERP consultant for ARIS Corporation (now CIBER). Ameed authors the EBizSig Blog, which focuses on Oracle technology for E-Business Suite developers. Ameed is a longtime Oracle Applications User Group (OAUG) member and chairs the OAUG Customization and Extension SIG.
More information about the Oracle ACE Program is available on Oracle’s Web site.
Update your OAUG Profile
In response to recent Oracle acquisitions, the OAUG recently added additional products to the OAUG member contact profile system. We encourage you to update your OAUG profile to indicate the specific Oracle products you are using. This allows OAUG members to search within our database to network and connect with other members using the same products. It also allows the OAUG to be sure you are receiving relevant, product-specific communications. To update your profile:
- Click on “my oaug profile” near the top-right of any page on the OAUG Web site.
- Login with your e-mail address and password.
- Click on “Update my Profile.”
- On the first page, confirm that all of your information is correct.
- Select “Continue” at the bottom of the page.
- Select the applications that you use in the “Applications Used” field.
While you are updating your profile, please check to make sure all your other contact/profile information is current. If you have any questions about updating your OAUG profile, please contact OAUG Member Services at membership@oaug.com.
Siebel Optimization Best Practices Series
Join Apex IT and the OAUG in January for a great series on Siebel Optimization Best Practices. Comprising four 60-minute Webinars, this series aims to educate Siebel customers on how they can maximize the potential of their current Siebel instance and achieve a true return on their Siebel investment. These sessions are entirely complimentary — sign up today!
Oracle News
Monday News — Oracle Updates for the OAUG Community
Monday News is a collection of Oracle news items of interest to the OAUG community and is published the first Monday of every month. The January 7, 2008, edition is now available on the Oracle Web site. Highlights include:
- Oracle Buys End-User Experience Management Leader Moniforce
- Visit the Oracle OpenWorld Media Center to access the event’s hottest news, presentations, keynote addresses, downloads, and more
- Oracle product/services news and announcements
Be sure to check the OAUG Web site often for the latest edition.
SOA Management with Oracle Enterprise Manager
View the new Webcast, SOA Management with Oracle Enterprise Manager, to get the latest on Oracle Enterprise Manager’s hot new SOA and middleware management capabilities, including Oracle Application Diagnostics for Java and enhanced runtime governance for SOA.
Receive Your Complimentary BPM Whitepaper
Oracle’s innovative approach to business process management (BPM) promotes closed-loop business optimization facilitating an iterative business process development effort allowing for continuous collaboration between business managers’ process models and IT’s implementation details. Register now and receive your copy of Oracle Empowers Business Process Excellence through Business and IT Collaboration.
Sharpen Your Financial and Manufacturing Application Expertise
Oracle University introduces two new courses on the Oracle E-Business Suite Rel 12 Financials and Manufacturing applications.
R12 Oracle Financials Functional Foundation (Financials): Gain in-depth understanding of the major business functions associated with Oracle Financial Applications, as well as the associated application technology architecture. You will learn the flow of application information associated with business functions and understand the key technology components of the E-Business Suite.
R12 Oracle Work in Process Fundamentals (Manufacturing): The course elaborates how Oracle Work in Process functions are integrated with supply chain management principals. You will learn key functions including how to set up your environment, use multiple manufacturing modes, create discrete jobs, manage resources and material, and perform shop floor transactions.
Gain the power of knowledge. Enroll today!
Learn more about available courses on the Oracle University Web site.
OAUG eLearning
The OAUG eLearning program delivers educational content to members every week via OAUG Training Tuesdays, OAUG Training Wednesdays and OAUG Community Thursdays.
All OAUG eLearning sessions are free to members, but registration is required and seating is limited, so we encourage you to review the schedule of eLearning offerings and register today!
Interested in Presenting an eLearning Session with the OAUG?
If you would like to present an eLearning session, login to the OAUG Web site and submit a presentation under your OAUG membership profile! Please contact OAUG eLearning at elearning@oaug.com with any questions regarding eLearning session submission.
OAUG eLearning: Special Thanks
The OAUG would like to thank the following OAUG members and eLearning presenters:
- December 2007: Robert Smith, ABeam Consulting Ltd.; Eric Hernandez, Zanett; Joseph Lenard, NCH Corporation; Dana Witthar, Burns & McDonnell; Peter Smith, Apex IT; Mark Farnham, Rightsizing, Inc.; Srini Chavali, Cummins, Inc.; Hilal Khan, Innowave Technology
Learn more about these scheduled sessions via the OAUG Training Tuesdays, OAUG Training Wednesdays and OAUG Community Thursdays schedules on the OAUG Web site.
Please note that OAUG eLearning sessions are limited to OAUG members only and space is limited. Registration is required for all OAUG eLearning sessions.
OAUG Conference and Event Updates
COLLABORATE 08: Technology and Applications Forum for the Oracle Community
Presented by IOUG, OAUG and Quest
April 13-17, 2008
Colorado Convention Center
Denver, Colorado, USA
COLLABORATE 08, featuring the OAUG Forum, will be packed with the user-driven education, networking and informational sessions that can help you stay ahead of the curve.
The COLLABORATE 08 presentation submission period concluded with a tremendous response from the OAUG community. The OAUG presentation selection committee is now in the process of reviewing the many excellent presentations and developing the OAUG Forum agenda. COLLABORATE 08 promises to be an outstanding educational experience.
Plus, be sure to maximize your COLLABORATE 08 experience by attending an OAUG Pre- or Post-Conference Workshop.
Save $200 USD with early-bird registration. Don’t wait. Register today!
And, keep watch on the COLLABORATE 08 OAUG conference Web site for agenda updates and conference details.
COLLABORATE 08: Technology and Applications Forum for the Oracle Community will be held April 13-17, 2008, in Denver, Colorado, USA. This annual user group conference is co-presented by the Independent Oracle Users Group (IOUG), the Oracle Applications Users Group (OAUG) and Quest International Users Group (Quest).
Maximize Your Exposure by Exhibiting at COLLABORATE 08!
Don’t forget about COLLABORATE 08: Technology and Applications Forum for the Oracle Community! Exhibit booths are still available, but the show floor is filling up quickly.
Exhibit registration has never been easier. The OAUG now offers two convenient ways to secure the perfect exhibit space or sponsorship opportunity for COLLABORATE 08.
Or, download a copy of the COLLABORATE 08 exhibitor application and contract form (PDF file)and fax it to:
Ashley Murray, Exhibit Hall Manager
E-mail: amurray@oaug.com
Fax: +1 404.240.0998
Phone: +1 404.760.4240
Reserve your spot today to maximize your visibility in 2008. Submitting your exhibitor contract will also allow you to register your staff for the conference and reserve your hotel rooms. Please visit the COLLABORATE 08 OAUG conference Web site for more information about exhibiting at the conference, or contact Ashley Murray, OAUG exhibit hall manager, at amurray@oaug.com or +1 404.760.4240.
User Community News
Hyperion Users
Special OAUG/Hyperion SIG eLearning session for Hyperion Users!
Design/Best Practices around Oracle Hyperion Planning
January 31, 2008, 5:00 p.m. EST
Presenter: Sean Bernhoit, Hitachi Consulting
This session will focus on best practices on design within the Budgeting and Planning Application Suite for Oracle Hyperion Planning.
Topics include:
- Key Functional Requirements
- Design Considerations
- Leveraging the System 9 Workspace to its fullest potential for Optimal Design
- Planning/Consolidation within one Application
Register now as space is limited!
Hyperion Track at COLLABORATE 08
The OAUG Hyperion SIG is participating in the selection of presentations for the Hyperion Track at the upcoming COLLABORATE 08: Technology and Applications Forum for the Oracle Community conference, April 13-17, 2008, in Denver, Colorado. The SIG will also host a meeting on Sunday, April 13, during the conference. Registration is now open — please visit the COLLABORATE 08 OAUG Web site for additional information and to register.
Join the OAUG Hyperion SIG
Membership in the Hyperion SIG is free. Join via our Web site and be added to our distribution list for future updates and information. We also encourage you to volunteer for the Hyperion SIG leadership team; if you are interested, please contact Ed DeLise, SIG coordinator, at edelise@oaug.com.
Oracle Communications Billing and Revenue Management (BRM) Webcast Series
The OAUG Communications BRM SIG and Oracle Communications are hosting a series of Webcasts, designed to educate you on existing features as well as new features in the most recent product release, specifically for users of Oracle Communications Billing and Revenue Management.
The sessions will be presented on a monthly basis, beginning in January 2008 and continuing through March 2008.
Upcoming Webcast Schedule and Access Information
Toll-free (US): 1.866.337.9977
Direct: +1 706.634.9613
International toll-free numbers
Web conference login
- What’s New in Oracle Communications Billing and Revenue Management 7.3.1
January 18, 2008, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. PST
Presenter: Janet Taylor, Curriculum Developer, CGBU
Dial-in Passcode: 48815
Web Conference ID: 97879740
Conference Key: 48815 - Oracle Communications Billing and Revenue Management: What’s New in Pricing
February 21, 2008, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. PST
Presenter: Helen Wiant, Sr. Principal Product Manager, CGBU
Dial-in Passcode: 48816
Web Conference ID: 97880016
Conference Key: 48816 - Oracle Communications Billing and Revenue Management: Systems Management Using Oracle Enterprise Manager
March 20, 2008, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. PDT
Presenter: Dinesh Sardana, Principal Product Manager, CGBU
Dial-in Passcode: 48817
Web Conference ID: 97879920
Conference Key: 48817
Announcing the Oracle CRM Community 2008 Spring Conference
Scottsdale, Arizona
Designed specifically for Oracle CRM customers, Oracle CRM Community 2008 Spring Conference will provide insight and information about CRM products, technology and services. The Oracle CRM community includes all Oracle CRM product suites: PeopleSoft, Siebel, E-Business Suite and Fusion. Come join us, and be part of the group that will shape the future of CRM and all the Oracle CRM products.
Join us in Scottsdale, Arizona, February 24-27, 2008, for the Oracle CRM Community 2008 Spring Conference. Registration is now open.
OAUG Oracle Business Intelligence SIG (OBI SIG)
The new OAUG OBI SIG was formed recently to focus on the Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE) platform and the Oracle BI Applications (formerly known as Siebel Business Analytics Applications). The OBI SIG is dedicated to providing users with knowledge and education on how the OBIEE platform is leveraged in the Fusion Intelligence modules from Oracle Corporation for E-Business Suite, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, Siebel and other applications.
Please visit the OBI SIG Web site where you will find:
- OBI SIG Membership Registration (you will be automatically subscribed to the listserver once you join the SIG)
- OBI SIG Event Schedule, Registration, Logistics and Agendas
- Intelligence resources, software and documentation
- SIG Listserver Profile and Preferences
- Forum
- OBI SIG Board Member Directory and SIG Bylaws
We encourage you to get involved with the new OAUG Oracle Business Intelligence SIG today!
Upcoming Geo/SIG Meetings
Click on the links for details regarding registration, agendas, presenter and sponsorship opportunities.
- Demantra SIG
The Lean Demantra Project Web Conference
January 16, 2008 - Nevada OAUG
Las Vegas, NV
January 17, 2008 - Northern California OAUG
Santa Clara, CA
January 17, 2008 - Atlanta OAUG
January 18, 2008 - Japan OAUG
Connection Point
Tokyo
February 8, 2008 - Demantra SIG
Demantra 7.2 Release Briefing Web Conference
February 13, 2008 - Ohio Valley OAUG
Road to the Rockies via Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
February 15, 2008 - North Central OAUG Training Day
Oak Brook, IL
February 22, 2008 - Order Management SIG 1st Quarter Web Conference
February 22, 2008 - Oracle CRM Community Conference
Scottsdale, AZ
February 24-27, 2008 - Pittsburgh OAUG
February 29, 2008 - Southwest Regional OAUG
Costa Mesa, CA
February 29, 2008 - Southern Ontario OAUG
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
March 27, 2008