JOIN ORACLE AT LINUXWORLD CONFERENCE & EXPO
August 5-7, San Francisco
Got Linux? Discover firsthand how your organization can lower costs and achieve a higher level of support with Oracle Unbreakable Linux support. Visit Oracle (booth #902) at the LinuxWorld Conference and Expo, August 5-7 in San Francisco. Oracle CIO Mark Sunday and Oracle Chief Corporate Architect Edward Screven will co-present a keynote, "Delivering Business Value with the Next-Generation Data Center," plus you can attend live product demos in the mini theater, meet Oracle Linux experts, engage with Oracle partners in the partner pavilion, get free software and step-by-step instruction at the Oracle on Linux Experience, and much more.
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UNLOCKING THE STRATEGIC VALUE OF WORKFORCE MANAGEMENT APPLICATIONS
Hear Sherri Bartels, director, HCM product strategy, discuss the challenges faced by organizations today in managing their workforce and how Oracle's Workforce Management applications can help increase the efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity of your workforce.

UPCOMING ADVISOR WEBCASTS FOR ORACLE E-BUSINESS SUITE
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ORACLE E-BUSINESS SUITE

July 8	—	Drive Success Through Integrated Talent Management
July 10	—	Customer Relationship Management - Understanding and Using InfoSync
August 5	—	Oracle's User Productivity Kit (UPK) 3.1 - Delivering Value Across All Oracle Applications
August 12	—	Announcing UPK Application-Specific Content for E-Business Suite

ORACLE SERVER TECH

July 16

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Overview of the Transparent Gateway for DB2

ORACLE COMMUNICATIONS APPS (CGBU)

July 29

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Evaluation and Monitoring of Batch Rating Engine (BRE) Performance

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ORACLE EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2008
Are you using Oracle Fusion Middleware to extend the business value of Oracle applications in innovative, exciting ways? If so, you can win a FREE registration to Oracle OpenWorld 2008 in San Francisco, California, by submitting your nominations for Oracle Excellence Awards.

Jointly sponsored by Oracle and our premier user groups OAUG, QUEST, ODTUG, UKOUG, and AUSOUG, the Oracle Excellence Awards were launched last year to honor our customers who are creatively using Oracle Fusion Middleware with Oracle Applications to offer unique business value. This year, winners will be showcased by Oracle at OpenWorld 2008, get a chance to mingle with key Oracle executives, network with their peers, and get featured in Oracle Profit magazine.
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UPCOMING ADVISOR WEBCASTS FOR ORACLE FUSION MIDDLEWARE
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July 10	—	Customer Relationship Management - Understanding and Using InfoSync
July 23	—	Approaches to Metadata Design
July 29	—	IPM in a Shared Services Environment
August 27	—	Constructing a Highly Scalable, Resilient and Secure Application Server System

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UPCOMING ADVISOR WEBCASTS FOR PEOPLESOFT ENTERPRISE
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July 8	—	PeopleSoft Enterprise: Drive Success Through Integrated Talent Management
July 10	—	PeopleSoft Enterprise: Customer Relationship Management - Understanding and Using InfoSync
July 15	—	PeopleSoft Enterprise: Talent Management Benchmarks and Best Practices
July 15	—	PeopleSoft Enterprise: Campus Solutions 2008-2009 Financial Aid US Regulatory 4
August 5	—	Oracle's User Productivity Kit (UPK) 3.1 - Delivering Value Across All Oracle Applications
August 14	—	Proactive Steps for Getting Ready for Your PeopleSoft Upgrade
August 19	—	Update: UPK Application-Specific Content for PeopleSoft Enterprise

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JD EDWARDS ENTERPRISEONE TOOLS 8.98 RELEASE EARLY SUCCESS CUSTOMER PROGRAM
Oracle is currently accepting applications from customers and partners in all global regions for participation in the JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Tools 8.98 release Early Success Customer Program. For further information, please review this site. For additional details about the JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Tools 8.98 release, please reference the Statement of Direction. Applications are due by end of day August 1, 2008.

JD EDWARDS ENTERPRISEONE ORDER PROMISING INTEGRATION
JD Edwards EnterpriseOne 8.12 and Tools Release 8.97 now provide the ability to support the query/reply and real-time model notification using native business services in a service-oriented architecture for order promising (OP). OP is a feature of the sales order entry application. The goal of OP is to return forecast and planning information to the sales order entry application. OP checks inventory levels, projected supply and demand, and capacity to determine the best promise date. To learn more, please refer to the Release Notes on Customer Connection.

UPCOMING ADVISOR WEBCASTS FOR JD EDWARDS ENTERPRISEONE
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July 10	—	Customer Relationship Management - Understanding and Using InfoSync
August 5	—	Oracle's User Productivity Kit (UPK) 3.1 - Delivering Value Across All Oracle Applications
August 6	—	Auditing Solution for JD Edwards EnterpriseOne - 21 CFR Part 11
August 26	—	Update: UPK Application-Specific Content for JD Edwards EnterpriseOne

• Get more details on Advisor Webcasts (requires login ID and password).

JD EDWARDS WORLD A9.1—THE RENAISSANCE RELEASE IS NOW GENERALLY AVAILABLE
Now that A9.1 is GA, remember to visit our JD Edwards World Upgrade Resources page to answer any questions that you may have regarding A9.1. Download your copy of the newest release today. This is a password-protected site and will require a sign-on and ID. If you do not have one, our Global Support Center at 1.800.289.2999 for assistance.

NEW A9.1 UPDATES AVAILABLE FOR JD EDWARDS WORLD
There are new updates available to download for A9.1 Web Enablement and A9.1 Documentation. Check the Software Delivery site to find out what is included in the new updates.

JD EDWARDS WORLD A9.1.2 STATEMENT OF DIRECTION NOW AVAILABLE
Oracle’s JD Edwards World entered a new age with A9.1, the Renaissance Release. As a result, JD Edwards World customers can now more confidently consider JD Edwards World as a centerpiece in their efforts to align business and IT strategies.

Fulfilling our commitment to help JD Edwards World customers protect their investment, by continually extending and evolving JD Edwards World capabilities to deliver even more value, is proven in our Statement of Direction for A9.1.2, the next step in World’s “reawakening.” Building on what was begun with A9.1, solutions for JD Edwards World customer needs are continuing to come to fruition in A9.1.2.

JD EDWARDS WORLD A9.1 TECHNICAL FOUNDATION UPGRADES NOW AVAILABLE
Reinforcing an ongoing commitment to deliver more value for JD Edwards World customers’ upgrade and maintenance investment, Oracle is pleased to announce the availability of a new update release containing several enhancements to A9.1 Technical Foundation applications. Import/Export capability has been expanded:

1. World Writer record length limitation has been removed to enable use of World Writer as a powerful data integration and migration tool. When coupled with Import/Export, World users can now export entire single or joined tables as .csv, or .xml files.
   
   
2. Import/Export now supports export directly to World-created spreadsheet templates, reducing several steps in the process of exporting and importing spreadsheet data in a cyclical process.
   
   
3. Use of the IFS (Integrated File System) has been enhanced to tighten security, yet still allow users to set up their own departmental and individual “sand boxes” and optionally force exports to follow default placement configurations for each user.

JD EDWARDS WORLD CUSTOMER BRIEFINGS, DENVER, COLORADO 2008
We will continue to offer JD Edwards World customer briefings in Denver throughout the year. See the 2008 schedule below. Please contact Fabio Araujo to register and for additional information.

• July 17-18
• October 16-17
• November 21-22
• December 18-19

UPCOMING ADVISOR WEBCASTS FOR JD EDWARDS WORLD
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August 19

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JD Edwards World: Demonstration of Netting AR and AP Transactions

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GOT QUESTIONS ABOUT JD EDWARDS WORLD?
For answers to your questions about JD Edwards World products, support, or training, please e-mail.

ORACLE UNIVERSITY LAUNCHES NEW APPLICATION LEARNING PATHS
Oracle University has added 26 new learning paths for applications, including Oracle E-Business Suite R12, PeopleSoft Enterprise, Siebel, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, Communications, Utilities, and Transportation. The learning paths are tailored to job roles so students can see at a glance the courses that are recommended for a specific role. Each path suggests a sequence of courses that provide the knowledge and skills needed for on-the-job expertise. For details, click here.

PEOPLESOFT CERTIFICATION
Take the new Oracle PeopleTools certifications to ensure that your PeopleTools skills are recognized. The certification titles include PeopleTools Developer Certified Expert and PeopleTools Advanced Developer Certified Expert.

You must complete the following exams to be certified:

• PeopleSoft Application Developer I: PeopleTools & PeopleCode
• PeopleSoft Application Developer II: Application Engine & Integration

JD EDWARDS
Take these online courses to build strong skills with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne. See below for complete course descriptions, schedules, and to register online.

• Price Management 8.0 to 8.9 Delta - RWC
• Define the Organizational Structure - RWC
• Common Foundation 8.9 - RWC
• EnterpriseOne Business Service Development Rel 8.97 - RWC
• JD Edwards EnterpriseOne CNC Net Change Rel 8.97- RWC
• JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Migrating from WSG to Business Services Release 8.97 - RWC
• EnterpriseOne Embedded BI Publisher Rel 8.97 - RWC
• Advanced CNC Functions Rel 8.96 RWC
• EnterpriseOne Server Manager Rel 8.97 - RWC
• EnterpriseOne Change Assistant for Applying ESUs Rel 8.97 - RWC
• EnterpriseOne Security Net Change Rel 8.97 - RWC
• EnterpriseOne Pay Types, Deductions, Benefits, and Accruals - RWC

E-BUSINESS SUITE R12
Gain improved insight into Oracle E-Business Suite R12 applications. See below for complete course descriptions, schedules, and to register online.

• R12 Oracle: Install, Patch, and Maintain Oracle Applications
• R12 Oracle Applications System Administrator Fundamentals
• R12 Oracle HRMS System Administration Fundamentals
• R12 Oracle E-Business Suite Essentials for Implementers
• R12 Oracle Financials Functional Foundation
• R12 Oracle Financials Functional Migration Fundamentals
• R12 Oracle Financial Applications Overview
• R12 Oracle Manufacturing Functional Foundation
• R12 Implement Oracle Workflow

SIEBEL 8 BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE COURSES
Oracle University listened and we have revamped the following courses to better suit your needs. See below for complete course descriptions, schedules, and to register online.

• Oracle BI 10g: Analytics Overview
• Oracle BI 10g: Analytics Overview OLC
• Oracle BI Suite EE 10g R3: Create Reports and Dashboards
• Oracle BI Suite EE 10g R3: Build Repositories

REGISTER NOW FOR QUEST NORTHEAST 2008
July 16-18
MGM at Foxwoods, Ledyard, Connecticut
Join Quest and six of our affiliated user groups in the Northeast area for the second annual Quest Northeast Conference. Registration is live online until July 10, so register now! Our education sessions are also posted online. More details are always being added to the agenda, so be sure to check our Quest Northeast page over the next few weeks.

CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS IS LIVE FOR QUEST SOUTHEAST

QUEST SOUTHEAST 2008
Nov. 12-14
Hilton Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia
The Quest Southeast Conference, in partnership with many of our key affiliate user groups from the Southeast, will also feature HCM and Beyond, presented by Quest and the Oracle HCM Users Group (OHUG). This is the second year for HCM and Beyond, a forum that focuses on human capital management education.

All customers, as well as vendors of solutions and services relevant to the PeopleSoft, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, JD Edwards World, and Oracle Utilities communities are welcome to submit a presentation proposal.

A knowledge committee of your peers will evaluate and select the education sessions based on the abstracts submitted. Review education tracks here.

Registration will go live mid-July, so check our Quest Southeast page for more details.

LEARN MORE ABOUT QUEST INTERNATIONAL USERS GROUP
Quest International Users Group is a worldwide community of more than 50,000 PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, and Oracle Utilities users. Quest and its affiliated user groups are a catalyst for maximizing members' business investments through the power of our community, tools, and experiences. Get more information about Quest, or e-mail us.

VIEW UPCOMING USER GROUP MEETINGS ONLINE
With 80+ affiliated user groups, Quest International Users Group has plenty networking opportunities year-round. Go to our events page to see if there is a regional meeting in your area or a meeting that would fit your interest, product, or industry. You can also find out more information about Quest's affiliated user groups.

AN UPDATE FOR THE NORTH AMERICA HYPERION USER (HUG) COMMUNITIES
The Oracle Applications Users Group (OAUG), one of the largest independent Oracle user groups, extends its network, knowledge, and experience into the world of enterprise performance management (EPM) with the creation of the OAUG Hyperion Special Interest Group (SIG). The purpose of the OAUG Hyperion SIG is to allow its members to leverage resources to make the most out of their EPM investments. We encourage you to get involved, share your experiences, volunteer for a committee, or simply provide feedback and suggestions. Take advantage of the opportunity to learn, share best practices with your peers, and connect with experts online and at local user group meetings.

JOIN THE ORACLE DEVELOPMENT TOOLS USER GROUP
The Oracle Development Tools User Group (ODTUG) is an independent, global organization providing education, support, advocacy, and networking opportunities for developers. Database professionals should also consider the Independent Oracle Users Group (IOUG). As Oracle's largest technology user group, the IOUG is dedicated to providing education and access to more than 20,000 database administrators, developers, architects, technical managers, and Oracle professionals throughout North America and worldwide. Hyperion customers are invited to participate in the Essbase special interest group that is aligned with the IOUG.

HUG MEMBERS SHOULD STAY INVOLVED
If you are already an active HUG member we encourage you to stay involved as the HUGs in North America align with the OAUG. The OAUG Hyperion SIG is already in place and looks forward to working with you. Please direct your questions to Tina Weiss in Global Customer Programs or Mark Conway on the Business Intelligence and Performance Management team.

RECEIVE TOP-NOTCH RAC EDUCATION THIS AUGUST
The IOUG and the RAC SIG are co-hosting IOUG RAC Attack!, August 4-5 in Chicago, IL, where hands-on training and conference-style technical sessions will be presented on a variety of topics related to RAC, including building, installing, configuring, backup/recovery, performance tuning, networking, failover, load balancing, workload management and more! Register today!

SAVE THE DATE: ORACLE OPENWORLD 2008
San Francisco, California
September 21-25, 2008
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