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Oracle Applications
Users Group

OAUG eNews

 Global Users.
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oaug.org July 7, 2006 Volume VI / Issue 13

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OAUG News

President’s Corner

2006 OAUG President Patricia Dues

2006 OAUG President Patricia Dues

As you may be aware, the Oracle Applications Users Group (OAUG) has embarked on a mission to assist Oracle in collecting and voting on feature requests for Fusion, as well as on strategic, tactical and operational improvements to current Oracle E-Business Suite, PeopleSoft Enterprise and Oracle Retail application functionality.

To date, the OAUG has received more than 1,100 submissions, nearly 400 of which are feature requests for Fusion.

Now is the time to voice your opinion to Oracle! Voting for enhancement/Fusion feature requests is now open to OAUG members only through July 17, 2006. Submit your vote today.

If your organization is not a member of the OAUG, but is interested in participating in the voting process, OAUG membership information is available on the OAUG Web site.

Again, OAUG member voting is now open, so please work with others in your organization to vote and share your requests with Oracle! All voting results will be submitted to Oracle for evaluation. Any formal response the OAUG receives from Oracle regarding the prioritized requests will be made available for viewing in the ERS.

If you have any questions, please contact the OAUG at enhancements@oaug.com or +1 404.240.0897.

 — Patricia Dues, OAUG President

OAUG Board of Directors Elections on the Horizon

Shape the future of the OAUG and the global Oracle Applications community by considering submitting your qualifications for the 2007 OAUG Board of Directors. Any OAUG member anywhere in the world may run for the Board. OAUG board members from Australia, Europe and Canada have been invaluable in providing a very special point of view and focus, as the OAUG works hard to represent users of all Oracle Applications globally.

The call for candidates will be announced in the next few months. Additional information regarding the call for candidates, including Board of Director position qualifications, the submission process and the election process, will be available soon on the OAUG Web site and in upcoming issues of OAUG eNews.

OAUG Announces Strategic Alliance with Australian Oracle Users Group

AUSOUG

The Oracle Applications Users Group (OAUG) recently announced a key alliance with the Australian Oracle Users Group (AUSOUG). This alliance demonstrates the joint commitment shared by both the OAUG and AUSOUG to the increased visibility and recognition of the Oracle family of products.

Through the partnership, AUSOUG members will have expanded access to the OAUG community. OAUG members are in turn invited to participate in the face-to-face meetings and local support currently enjoyed by AUSOUG members throughout Australia.

Participating members benefit from numerous educational and communication tools designed to enhance productivity and empower users to maximize their investment in Oracle Applications. Together, the OAUG and AUSOUG offer national and international conferences, state meetings, newsletters, technical briefings, business events, knowledge transfer, advocacy and a communication channel to Oracle.

Siebel Integration Update

Siebel customers are encouraged to join the OAUG community of users within the OAUG’s existing geographic user groups (Geos) and special interest groups (SIGs). Several Siebel industry SIGs are being developed. Siebel users are encouraged to contact Gail Peterson, OAUG executive director, global user group programs, to discuss ways to take part in the following SIGs: Consumer Goods; Life Sciences; and Public Sector. Peterson can be reached at gpeterson@oaug.com, +1 404.923.8102 or +1 650.577.0526.

Oracle News

Oracle to Deliver PeopleSoft Enterprise Release 9

Signifying its ongoing commitment to protect, extend and evolve customer investments, Oracle recently announced its PeopleSoft Enterprise Release 9. This release is intended to further “Applications Unlimited,” a program designed to help customers derive continuing success from their current applications by delivering ongoing product development. Oracle also unveiled the first product of PeopleSoft Enterprise Release 9, PeopleSoft Enterprise Learning Management. (more…)

Oracle Integrates Oracle’s Siebel Insurance and Oracle Content Database

Oracle recently announced the integration of its market-leading Siebel Insurance applications with Oracle Content Database, enabling insurance companies to streamline core insurance processes, such as policy issuance and claims management, as well as improve customer service. (more…)

Product Usage Surveys from Oracle’s Application Development Group

Oracle needs your input as they develop Oracle Fusion, the next-generation of Oracle enterprise applications. Oracle is committed to working with customers to enable your participation in the process. With this in mind, Oracle has created an initial set of product usage surveys to better understand how you are using various features and functions of PeopleSoft Enterprise applications.

Since Fusion is starting with the E-Business Suite as the foundation, Oracle needs specific input from PeopleSoft Enterprise customers on the use of certain features/functions as they move forward in the planning for Fusion. As Oracle progresses through the planning/design process, there will be additional opportunities for the JD Edwards and E-Business Suite customers to provide input.

The product usage surveys are available on the International Oracle User Council (IOUC) Web site.

Each PeopleSoft Enterprise customer is invited to fill out as many product surveys as they have products. Each survey will contain approximately 20 product-related questions and will take approximately seven to 10 minutes to complete. Your feedback is invaluable to Oracle as they develop the Oracle Fusion applications. Please complete the appropriate surveys by July 31, 2006.

Oracle University: Offering OAUG Members Applications Education Solutions

The success of an implementation is measured by how quickly new applications are adopted throughout the organization. Whether it is a new implementation or an upgrade to the latest release, Oracle University offers comprehensive applications education solutions to meet your learning needs.

Visit the Oracle University OAUG training portal for more information and a listing of featured training sessions.

One Goal: Your Satisfaction

You’re dedicated to your career. We’re committed to your success. We know we’re in it together, and that’s why Oracle University strives for nothing less than 100% Student Satisfaction. An unbeatable class experience for every Oracle University student is just one more way we strive to provide a superior ownership experience for Oracle customers. Count on Oracle University for unmatched service, flexibility, and quality instruction on more than 100 products. Our commitment to excellence shows in everything we do.

Refer to the Oracle Web site for terms related to classes identified as part of the Oracle 100% Student Satisfaction program at the time of your order.

Oracle Advisor Webcast Program — Support Opportunities for PeopleSoft Enterprise, JD Edwards World and EnterpriseOne Customers

Oracle Advisor is a former legacy PeopleSoft Webcast program that was re-introduced under Oracle Support Services. Advisor Webcasts deliver expert knowledge and information about services, products and technologies to your desktop using Oracle Web conferencing.

Webcast sessions are available to all PeopleSoft Enterprise, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne and JD Edwards World maintenance customers at no additional cost. They are delivered by experienced Oracle professionals and include a question and answer session, presentation materials and an archived recording to view once the Webcast is complete. Learn more about Advisor Webcasts today! Please note: You will need a Customer Connection login to view the summary information for each Webcast.

Vendor Product Awareness Sessions

A learning opportunity for OAUG members! Participate in these free educational sessions that are normally held three times per 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.

OAUG eLearning

Submit Your Presentation on the OAUG Web Site

Interested in presenting an eLearning session with the OAUG? You may submit a presentation for consideration on the OAUG Web site. Please contact OAUG eLearning at elearning@oaug.com with any questions regarding eLearning session submission.

You can also learn just how easy it is to conduct an OAUG eLearning session. Join us for a simple demo of how to use the eLearning tool effectively to deliver your already fantastic paper!

Presenter: Anne Ristau, Clinical Reference Laboratory
July 20, 2006, 12:00 p.m. Eastern (New York) Time
Please visit the OAUG eLearning schedule under “Community Thursdays” to register!

OAUG eLearning: Special Thanks

The OAUG would like to thank the following OAUG members and eLearning presenters for the month of July 2006: Melanie Cameron, MSS Technologies; and John Chemers, Compass — IT Group.

Learn more about Melanie and John’s scheduled sessions via the “OAUG Training Tuesdays” schedule on the OAUG Web site.

Free Online Education and Training for OAUG Members

The Oracle Applications Users Group is offering free, easy-to-access educational, training and networking opportunities for OAUG members — OAUG eLearning.

OAUG Training Tuesdays cover a broad range of topics and are presented by top-rated OAUG trainers. Choose between four different delivery times for OAUG Training Tuesdays, which feature two course offerings twice daily. Refer to the Training Tuesdays schedule for more information and to register for sessions.

OAUG Community Thursdays highlight the best-of-the-best educational and training sessions, and offer discussion forums as hosted by OAUG geographic (Geos) and special interest groups (SIGs). Refer to the Community Thursdays schedule for more information and to register for sessions.

These sessions are for everyone! Whether you are interested in the look and feel of Oracle’s E-Business Suite or you are a seasoned user looking to expand your skill set, a diverse range of topics and sessions are available. Everyone in the Oracle family of applications (E-Business Suite, Enterprise, EnterpriseOne and Retek) will want to be take advantage of these free training sessions.

Please note that OAUG eLearning sessions are limited to OAUG members only and space is limited. As of January 2006, registration is required for all OAUG eLearning sessions.

OAUG Conference and Event Updates

Oracle OpenWorld 2006

Oracle OpenWorld

October 22-26, 2006
Moscone Center
San Francisco, California

The Oracle Applications Users Group (OAUG) call for presentations for Oracle OpenWorld 2006 (OOW 06) has closed. Accepted presenters will be notified by the OAUG by July 14, 2006. Please note that notifications of acceptance or rejection have been delayed due to an unforeseen review extension. All accepted presenters and co-presenters will receive a complimentary full-conference registration to OOW 06.

The OAUG will be providing educational sessions, as well as hosting several SIG meetings during the event. Check the OAUG Web site often for additional details regarding OAUG-selected presentations, as well as the SIG meeting schedule.

For additional information regarding OOW 06 and to register, visit the OOW 06 Web site. When registering, be sure to indicate that you are a member of the OAUG, which will enable us to keep you better informed of all of the planned OAUG sessions and activities during the event.

1000 Events — Oracle Applications World Tour

Multiple Dates
Multiple Locations
Hosted by Oracle Corporation

Through the end of the calendar year, Oracle is hosting 1000 user-centric events in regional markets for customers, partners and prospects. These events, which will be held in cities across the globe, are designed to communicate plans for “Applications Unlimited.”

Additionally, the events will discuss the evolutionary path customers can take to move to Oracle Fusion Applications. Learn how next-generation functionality and technology capabilities are available in every Oracle Application product family - E-Business Suite, Siebel, PeopleSoft and JD Edwards. Additional information and registration can be found on the Oracle Web site.

Oracle With 20:20 Foresight

Presented by Australian Oracle User Group (AUSOUG) and OAUG
November 2-3, 2006 (Melbourne Conference and Exhibition Centre — Melbourne, Australia)
November 8-9, 2006 (Hyatt Regency — Perth, Australia)

The Oracle With 20:20 Foresight call for presentations is now open and the deadline for submission is August 14, 2006. Accepted presenters will receive an unlimited, two-day registration to the conference proceedings in the state in which they present.

Additional conference and registration information can be found on the AUSOUG Web site.

COLLABORATE 07: Technology and Applications Forum for the Oracle Community

April 15-19, 2006
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
Las Vegas, Nevada

Mark your calendars today for COLLABORATE 07, April 15-19, 2007, in Las Vegas, Nevada, at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. COLLABORATE 07 will be an event like no other — the Independent Oracle Users Group (IOUG), the Oracle Applications Users Group (OAUG) and Quest International Users Group (Quest) have combined resources and ideas to bring you a global event in one location. Conference details will be available soon on the OAUG Web site.

Geographic (Geo) and Special Interest Group (SIG) News

SIG Call for Volunteers

The Contracts SIG is recruiting volunteers to assist in the leadership and further growth of this group. Please contact the Contracts SIG coordinator at mohan_dutt@hyperion.com for additional information about volunteering or participating in the SIG.

The Migration and Integration SIG is recruiting volunteers to assist in the leadership and further growth of this group. Please contact the Lynne Weil at lweil@oaug.com for additional information about volunteering or participating in the SIG.

Upcoming Geo/SIG Meetings

Click on the links for details regarding registration, agendas, presenter and sponsorship opportunities.

Oracle Retail Users Group (ORUG) News

Oracle Retail User Group

ORUG Members Participate in Oracle Retail CAB Meetings

This past February, selected ORUG members were invited to participate in the Oracle Retail Customer Advisory Board (CAB) meetings. Strategic discussions were held to provide Oracle Retail with valuable customer feedback. The goal is to ensure development dollars are invested to meet the needs of their customers and create a competitive advantage with the purchase of Oracle Retail software.

The summaries from these discussions are posted to the ORUG section of the OAUG Web site. Please note: You will be required to login to gain access to this information because this is a member-only benefit.

Enhancements Request System (ERS)

The OAUG and ORUG have developed an online submission method of gathering software enhancements and voting upon their priority before handing them over to the developers at Oracle Retail. It’s just one more way to work together to accomplish a greater return on your software investment.

Anyone with an OAUG/ORUG contact profile can submit enhancement requests, but you must be a current member of OAUG/ORUG in order to vote. Now is the time for you to vote and make your voice heard to Oracle! Enhancement/Fusion feature request voting is now available through July 17, 2006. For step-by-step instructions please refer to “Enhancement Request System” on the ORUG home page.

ORUG SIG Meetings

The ORUG Board of Directors made the decision to combine all the special interest groups (SIGs) into two categories, one for technical information and the other for functional information. Please check the ORUG Web site for frequent updates. Below is the current meeting schedule:

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