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- OAUG News
- Oracle News
- Vendor Product Awareness Sessions
- OAUG Conference and Event Updates
- User Community News
An Entirely New Way to Manage Revenue RecognitionComplement Oracle Financials, eliminate spreadsheets, mirror your revenue policy and control all critical revenue processes in a single system. Oracle OpenWorld: View a product tour at Booth 230 and join the discussion at the Unconference, 2 p.m. Tuesday 9/23, Moscone West, Managing Revenue Recognition in Concert with Oracle Financials. Learn more.
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OAUG News
President’s Corner
2008 OAUG President Jan Wagner |
Elections for the Oracle Applications Users Group (OAUG) 2009 Board of Directors are underway. I invite and encourage every member organization to participate in this very important initiative.
The OAUG Board of Directors fulfills a very important role in setting the strategic direction of the organization and facilitating the development of programs and resources that meet the needs of OAUG members around the world. In addition, as the family of Oracle Applications users has grown significantly over the last few years, the board’s role in expanding the OAUG’s access to and influence with Oracle has also grown. The OAUG strives to have global and broad product representation on the board to ensure that we are meeting these objectives. Please keep these goals in mind when reviewing the list of candidates for the 2009 OAUG Board of Directors.
Key contacts of all OAUG member organizations received balloting instructions, including a list of candidates and candidate biographies, via e-mail on Wednesday, September 17, 2008. Only key contacts of the OAUG member organizations can vote on behalf of their organizations. However, we do encourage all employees of member organizations to provide key contacts with input regarding the 2009 director candidates. If your organization’s key contact has not received information about the 2009 elections process, please have the key contact send an e-mail to elections@oaug.com for assistance.
All votes will be recorded online. The deadline for ballot submissions is 11:59 p.m. U.S. Eastern (New York) time, Wednesday, October 8, 2008.
— Jan Wagner, OAUG President
OAUG Member Patricia Dues Named Oracle ACE
Patricia Dues was recently named an Oracle ACE by Oracle Corp. Dues is an enterprise program manager for the City of Las Vegas, Nev., where she manages a team of project management professionals that provide implementation and ongoing project support for the enterprise suite of Oracle E-Business Suite and WAM (SPL) applications, in addition to all other technology projects for the city of Las Vegas. She has been an Oracle applications user since 1996.
Dues was elected to the Oracle Applications Users Group (OAUG) Board of Directors in 2000 and served as president from 2004 through 2006. She currently chairs the OAUG’s Customer Support Council and is a regular speaker at COLLABORATE conferences, Oracle OpenWorld, Gartner, and Government Technology conferences on the Oracle BPEL and Business Intelligence (OBI EE) initiatives underway at the City of Las Vegas.
OAUG Members Promoted to Oracle ACE Director
Floyd Teter, systems engineer for Institutional Business Systems at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, Calif., and Steve Romeo, vice president of IT for Breg/Orthofix, a medical device company in San Diego, Calif., were recently promoted to Oracle ACE Director.
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. For more information about the Oracle ACE Program, visit Oracle’s Web site.
Free Webinar for Strengthening Your AP ProcessesOracle E-Business Suite payables processes can be efficient, while providing excellent visibility and control with ReadSoft. This webinar will show how our “Integrated with E-Business Suite” certified solutions can assist your organization with these benefits. Register today for our Webinar, October 8 at 1:00 p.m. CDT. ReadSoft |
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 September 2008 edition is now available on the Oracle Web site. Highlights include:
- Jeff Epstein Joins Oracle as EVP and CFO.
- Oracle Buys ClearApp.
- Information about events, podcasts, resources, partners, products and more.
Be sure to check the OAUG Web site often for the latest edition.
Oracle Configuration Manager Security Overview
Oracle Configuration Manager (OCM) collects configuration information and uploads it to an Oracle repository. When the configuration data is uploaded on a regular basis, support analysts can analyze this data and provide better support and assistance. However, when installing any new software onto a machine, there is always a concern that corporate security may be compromised. Find out how Oracle Configuration Manager addresses security concerns.
Oracle Real Application Testing
Don’t fail the test! Did you know with Oracle Real Application Testing you can save up to 80 percent of your testing efforts as compared to manual and third party testing tools? Experience greater agility, lower costs, reduced risk and higher efficiency. Learn more now.
Free Oracle Data Masking Resource Kit
Stop inadvertently exposing sensitive or regulated information when you copy production data into your non-production databases. Learn how you can de-identify production data to create realistic and functionally complete databases in our free Oracle Data Masking Resource Kit with industry expert Webcasts, data privacy protection and regulatory compliance guides, step-by-step tutorials and more.
Free Oracle Database Vault Resource Kit
Protect sensitive application data in your database with the industry's most advanced real-time database security product, Oracle Database Vault. You can even control what privileged DBA users can and cannot do, as well as when, where and how they do it. Learn how you can enforce database security policies in our free Oracle Database Vault Resource kit with industry expert Webcasts, data privacy protection and regulatory compliance guides, step-by-step tutorials and more.
Vendor Product Awareness Sessions
A learning opportunity for OAUG members! Participate in these free educational sessions that are held several times each month. The interactive teleconference or Webcast sessions provide information about a variety of products and services that complement Oracle Applications. Upcoming sessions are listed below. Session abstracts are available on the OAUG Web site.
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Faster, Easier, Automated Org Charting
A Webcast Hosted by Aquire
September 29, 2008, 3:00 p.m. EDT / 12:00 p.m. PDT / 19:00 UTC
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Revolutionizing Spreadsheet Automation: Enhance Your Oracle® Application Using Global Software, Inc.’s Microsoft® Excel-based Automation Tools Spreadsheet Server and Executive DASH™
A Webcast hosted by Global Software, Inc.
October 1, 2008, 2:00 p.m. EDT / 11:00 a.m. PDT / 18:00 UTC
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Case Study: How Tektronix Implemented a Global Database Archiving Strategy among Ever Changing Business Conditions
A Webcast Hosted by Hewlett Packard
October 6, 2008, 12:00 p.m. EDT / 9:00 a.m. PDT / 16:00 UTC
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Automated and Agile: Business Processing Within, Around and Beyond Oracle E-Business Suite
A Webcast Hosted by UC4 Software
October 8, 2008, 12:00 p.m. EDT / 9:00 a.m. PDT / 16:00 UTC
Register now!
The OAUG is now accepting applications from the OAUG Associate member community for 2008 OAUG Vendor Product Awareness (VPA) sessions. If your company is interested in hosting a VPA session, please refer to the OAUG VPA provider information page or contact Denise Quashie, OAUG director, strategic relations, at +1 404.760.8159 or dquashie@oaug.com.
OAUG Conference and Event Updates
Oracle OpenWorld 2008
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Moscone Center
San Francisco, California
In partnership with Oracle, the OAUG is working to enrich the Oracle OpenWorld 2008 experience by providing relevant member-led education sessions, facilitating networking among industry peers and experts, supporting the value of user group participation, and cultivating meaningful, two-way connections between users and Oracle representatives. For information about OAUG activities at Oracle OpenWorld 2008, visit the OAUG Web site.
Details about Oracle OpenWorld 2008 are on the Oracle Web site.
Oracle with 20:20 Foresight — The AUSOUG and OAUG National Conference Series 2008
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Sheraton Perth Hotel
October 6-7, 2008
Conrad Jupiters
October 13-14, 2008
The Perth and Gold Coast daily conference programs are now available on the conference Web site. Please note that some session times may change. Speaker and abstract details will be placed on the Web site soon.
You may register online or download a registration form (PDF file) and fax it to +61 (0) 7 3856 0850. And, don’t forget to book your accommodations. Excellent Group Registration Rates are also available. Get all the details on the Oracle with 20:20 Foresight Web site.
OAUG LINK 08
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San Diego, California
LINK 08 is shaping up to be the premiere conference in the PeopleSoft community! Join us for informative keynote sessions delivered by Oracle’s Paco Aubrejuan, new general manager of PeopleSoft, and John Webb, vice president of strategy for PeopleSoft.
In addition, with the help of our sponsors and volunteers, LINK 08 features an agenda rich in content! With topics ranging from Financial to Supply Chain Modules, you will have the opportunity to learn about the latest industry trends as well as the underlying PeopleTools architecture.
Visit the LINK 08 Web site to review the full conference agenda and to register.
DOAG 2008 Conference + Exhibition
CCN Congress Center Nuremberg East
Nuremberg, Germany
For more than 20 years, the DOAG annual conference has been the most important event of the German-speaking Oracle Community. Visit the DOAG Web site for more information about the DOAG 2008 Conference + Exhibition.
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COLLABORATE 09: Technology and Applications Forum for the Oracle Community
Orlando, Florida, USA
Registration opens for COLLABORATE 09: Technology and Applications Forum for the Oracle Community on Monday, November 3. Visit the Web site often for conference news and updates!
Partners and Exhibitors
Exhibit booth sales are live! Plan to maximize your organization’s exposure and promote your services by participating as an OAUG exhibitor and/or sponsor at COLLABORATE 09. See the September COLLABORATE 09 OAUG Exhibitor Newsletter for all the details. Please contact Erick Harrell, OAUG exhibit hall manager, at eharrell@oaug.com or +1 404.760.4255 if you have any questions.
OAUG Star Partners
The OAUG Star Partner Program is well under way for COLLABORATE 09. The OAUG Star Partner Program provides Associate Members an active, integrated way to participate in the OAUG Community. The program combines membership, advertising, sponsorships and conference benefits into a value-priced, year-long package that delivers recognition, premium advertising opportunities and outstanding conference visibility. Details about the OAUG Star Partner program are available on the OAUG Web site.
Conference Presenters
The call for presentations for the COLLABORATE 09 — OAUG Forum is now open. The OAUG seeks presentations on all Oracle Applications, including Oracle E-Business Suite, Hyperion, PeopleSoft, Siebel, Agile, Oracle Retail, Oracle Communications and MetaSolv Software, as well as applications technology. The deadline for submitting a presentation is October 31, 2008.
For more information about featured presentation tracks, functional and technical areas of emphasis and the process for submitting a presentation for consideration, refer to the COLLABORATE 09 — OAUG Forum call for presentations.
COLLABORATE 09: Technology and Applications Forum for the Oracle Community is presented by the Independent Oracle Users Group (IOUG), the Oracle Applications Users Group (OAUG) and Quest International Users Group (Quest). Save the date!
User Community News
The Service Oriented Architecture SIG is now the Fusion Middleware SIG
The Service Oriented Architecture SIG has changed its name to the Fusion Middleware SIG. With Oracle’s expansion of Middleware Technology, including the Oracle Application Server and, more recently, BEA, the Service Oriented Architecture SIG expanded its core focus and rebranded as the Fusion Middleware SIG. The SIG Web site and other resources will be updated to reflect these changes in the near future. For more information, please visit the SIG’s Web site.
The Middleware SIG is now the E-Business Applications Technology SIG
The Middleware SIG has changed it name to the E-Business Applications Technology SIG in order to better clarify the SIG’s focus. The SIG Web site and other resources will be updated to reflect these changes in the near future. For more information, please visit the SIG’s Web site.
New OAUG CRM Connect SIG — EBS/Siebel/PeopleSoft/Fusion
To better serve our members, the OAUG has recently affiliated the new OAUG CRM Connect SIG, which focuses on Oracle E-Business Suite, Siebel, PeopleSoft and Fusion CRM applications. This SIG is your connection for all things Oracle CRM related! The leadership is currently putting the finishing touches on their Web site. Be sure to check the site frequently for updates and information on what is happening in the SIG and in the world of Oracle CRM. For additional information, please contact SIG leaders Nimish Shah at n.shah@ieee.org or Robin Walker at rwalker@caliber-services.com.
Please join the OAUG CRM Connect SIG meeting at Oracle OpenWorld 2008 on Sunday, September 21, from 11 a.m. to 12 noon and from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in room 3001.
Upcoming Geo/SIG Meetings
Click on the links for details regarding registration, agendas, presenter and sponsorship opportunities.
- Calgary OAUG
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
September 25, 2008 - AUSOUG/OAUG
Oracle with 20/20 Foresight
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
October 6 - 7, 2008 - British Columbia OAUG
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
October 8, 2008 - AUSOUG/OAUG
Oracle with 20/20 Foresight
Broadbeach, Queensland, Australia
October 13 - 14, 2008 - Advance Planning and Collaboration SIG Web Conference
Oracle Supply Chain Planning Command Center Overview
October 14, 2008 - DC-OAUG
Super Tuesday User Group Conference
Falls Church, VA
October 14, 2008 - AUSOUG/OAUG
JDeveloper Technical Forum
Broadbeach, Queensland, Australia
October 15, 2008 - Oracle Retail Users Group (ORUG) Technical SIG Teleconference
October 15, 2008 - Central States OAUG
St. Louis, MO
October 16, 2008 - San Diego OAUG
October 16, 2008 - Atlanta OAUG
October 17, 2008 - Ohio Valley OAUG Fall Conference
Louisville, KY
October 17, 2008 - Pittsburgh OAUG
Wexford, PA
October 17, 2008 - Nevada OAUG
Las Vegas, NV
October 23, 2008 - Southwest Regional OAUG
Costa Mesa, CA
October 24, 2008 - Arizona OAUG
Phoenix, AZ
October 24, 2008 - New England OAUG
Worcester, MA
November 10, 2008 - Advance Planning and Collaboration SIG Web Conference
Oracle Service Repair Planning Overview
November 11, 2008 - Discrete Manufacturing SIG Teleconference
November 12, 2008 - Oracle Retail Users Group (ORUG) Functional SIG Teleconference
November 13, 2008 - AUSOUG/OAUG Web Conference
Identity Management
November 18, 2008 - OAUG LINK 08 Conference
San Diego, CA
November 18 - 20, 2008 - AUSOUG/OAUG
Learning Management
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
November 20, 2008 - Michigan OAUG
Michigan Oracle Users Summit 2008
Livonia, MI
November 20, 2008 - Twin Cities Financial OAUG
Bloomington, MN
November 20, 2008 - Atlanta OAUG
November 21, 2008 - Advance Planning and Collaboration SIG Web Conference
Oracle Inventory Optimization Overview and User Discussion
December 9, 2008 - Discrete Manufacturing SIG Teleconference
December 10, 2008 - Oracle Retail Users Group (ORUG) Functional SIG Teleconference
December 11, 2008 - Oracle Retail Users Group (ORUG) Technical SIG Teleconference
December 17, 2008