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NEWS AND NOTES

ORACLE APPLICATION INTEGRATION ARCHITECTURE UNVEILED AT COLLABORATE 07
Oracle Application Integration Architecture is an open, standards-based platform for business process management that comes with packaged integrations and industry reference models, enabling customers to build and optimize sustainable integrations across Oracle, third-party, and custom applications that are protected during upgrades. For more information, visit the Web site, or register now for the live Oracle Application Integration Architecture Webcast on May 9.

ANNOUNCING ORACLE BUSINESS PROCESS OUTSOURCING
With an increase in the number of customers choosing to outsource noncore business processes such as payroll, HR, procurement, and accounting, Oracle is now offering business process outsourcing. Listen to Oracle Senior Vice President Sonny Singh as he introduces this exciting new program, and see more information.

ORACLE PUBLISHES NEW INDEPENDENT SOFTWARE VENDOR SOLUTION MAPS FOR ORACLE APPLICATIONS
Independent software vendor (ISV) solution maps for Oracle Applications demonstrate Oracle's commitment to delivering leading business applications. Oracle ISV partners provide customers with options for extending and enhancing the value of their Oracle investments by delivering integrated solutions that complement Oracle Applications. Get more information.

ORACLE SOLUTIONS FOR MIDSIZE COMPANIES
Read the Oracle Accelerate: Solutions for Midsize Companies brochure to learn how Oracle Accelerate can help you automate your business with complete, pre-integrated applications and technology, rapid implementation tools, and an extensive partner system. Read the brochure or visit the Web site.

ORACLE REMOTE DIAGNOSTIC AGENT
Oracle Remote Diagnostic Agent 4.7 has been released. Oracle Remote Diagnostic Agent is a command-line tool that gathers detailed configuration and trace information about an Oracle environment, then uses the data to aid in problem diagnosis. To learn more, consult the Oracle Advisor Webcasts site for the most current list of upcoming training sessions on Oracle Remote Diagnostic Agent and Oracle Database tools, or read OracleMetaLink Note 314422.1.

ORACLE EXECUTIVE BLOGS
Oracle executives unplugged—news and opinions straight from the source. Check out these recent executive blogs:

ORACLE APPCASTS WITH HOSTS CLIFF GODWIN AND FRED STUDER
Live with Cliff and Live with Fred are Oracle AppCasts, part of Oracle's Applications and Industries podcast series. Download these 15-minute shows to learn about Oracle's latest product releases, partnerships, and customer successes. Visit the AppCast Web site.

Recently on Live with Cliff:

Recently on Live with Fred:

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ORACLE E–BUSINESS SUITE

ORACLE SUPPORT DIAGNOSTICS
Oracle Diagnostics for Oracle E-Business Suite Release 12 is now available. Oracle Diagnostics features more than 100 diagnostic tests that have been designed to enable problem avoidance, self-service resolution, and reduction in time to resolution. These tests do not alter the data or setup of your system and are organized into functional categories so they're easy to find. View the list of upcoming training sessions or see additional information.

MAXIMIZE YOUR INVESTMENT IN ORACLE SUPPORT
Take advantage of the broad range of proactive support tools available through your Oracle Premier Support offering. Learn what tools are available and gain an understanding of the tremendous value these tools can offer within your support environment. Oracle Support experts conduct live weekly education sessions covering all support tools and processes. See OracleMetaLink Note: 398877.1, and sign up today.

The following table lists the upcoming support tools and process seminars.

May 7 Working Effectively with Oracle Support (WEWS)
May 7 MetaLink Configuration Support Manager (CSM)
May 7 Introduction to MetaLink
May 8 Diagnostics E-Biz Suite
May 11 Advanced Support Tools (DB & Apps)
May 14 Working Effectively with Oracle Support (WEWS)
May 14 MetaLink Configuration Support Manager (CSM)
May 14 Introduction to MetaLink
May 16 Advanced MetaLink
May 21 Working Effectively with Oracle Support (WEWS)
May 21 Maintenance Wizard
May 21 Americas Remote Diagnostic Agent Customer Workshop
May 21 MetaLink Configuration Support Manager (CSM)
May 21 Introduction to MetaLink
May 22 Diagnostics E-Biz Suite
May 25 Advanced Support Tools (DB)

UPCOMING ADVISOR WEBCASTS FOR ORACLE E-BUSINESS SUITE
Oracle Advisor Webcasts bring expert information about services, products, and technologies straight to your desktop through Oracle Web Conferencing.

Here are the upcoming Advisor Webcasts for Oracle E-Business Suite:

May 15 What's New in Oracle Procurement Contracts
May 15 What's New in Oracle iProcurement and iSupplier Portal Release 12
May 22 Exploring the Value of Oracle E-Business Suite R12 Order Fulfillment and Logistics
May 23 What's New in Oracle E-Business Suite Sourcing Release 12
May 23 Exploring the Value of Oracle E-Business Suite R12: Discrete Manufacturing
May 24 Exploring the Value of Oracle E-Business Suite R12 Supply Chain Release
May 29 Exploring the Value of Oracle E-Business Suite R12 Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM)
May 31 Exploring the Value of Oracle E-Business Suite R12 Process Manufacturing
June 5 Exploring the Value of Oracle E-Business Suite R12 Process Manufacturing Migration
June 5 Exploring the Value of Oracle E-Business Suite R12 Product Data Hub, Product Lifecycle Management, and Configurator
June 6 Exploring the Value of Oracle E-Business Suite R12 Planning
June 7 Exploring the Value of Oracle E-Business Suite R12 Service Management
June 7 Oracle Applications Unplugged: Working With HCM While Mobile and Disconnected
June 14 Exploring the Value of Oracle E-Business Suite R12: Manufacturing Execution System for Process Manufacturing


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ORACLE FUSION MIDDLEWARE

UPCOMING ADVISOR WEBCASTS FOR ORACLE FUSION MIDDLEWARE
Oracle Advisor Webcasts bring expert information about services, products, and technologies straight to your desktop through Oracle Web Conferencing.

Here are the upcoming Advisor Webcasts for Oracle Fusion Middleware:

May 9 Developer Forms Overview and Future (Product Management)


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PEOPLESOFT ENTERPRISE

ORACLE'S INTERACTIVE SERVICES REPOSITORY MAKES INTEGRATION PLANNING EASIER
There's never been a better time to find out how Oracle's Interactive Services Repository can assist you with your Oracle's PeopleSoft Enterprise or Oracle's JD Edwards product integrations. Oracle's Interactive Services Repository (ISR) is an online tool that provides a convenient catalog of information about integrations available in the PeopleSoft Enterprise and JD Edwards product families. For more information about ISR, visit Customer Connection.

UPCOMING ADVISOR WEBCASTS FOR PEOPLESOFT ENTERPRISE
Oracle Advisor Webcasts bring expert information about services, products, and technologies straight to your desktop through Oracle Web Conferencing.

Here are the upcoming Advisor Webcasts for PeopleSoft Enterprise:

May 8 Correspondence Management using Java/Oracle XML Publisher in PeopleSoft Enterprise CRM 8.9
May 22 BusinessObjects Enterprise XI (BOE XI) Overview
May 24 PeopleSoft 9.0 Strategic Enhancements for the Public Sector
May 31 PeopleSoft Campus Solutions 9.0 Implementation or Upgrade: Get Ready!
June 7 "GOT UPK?" Benefits of Oracle User Productivity Kit for PeopleSoft Public Sector Customers
June 7 Oracle Applications Unplugged: Working With HCM While Mobile and Disconnected


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May 2007

Table Of Contents
» News And Notes
» Oracle E-Business Suite
» Oracle Fusion Middleware
» Peoplesoft Enterprise
» JD Edwards Enterpriseone
» JD Edwards World
» Oracle University
» User Groups

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JD EDWARDS ENTERPRISEONE

GENERAL AVAILABILITY OF JD EDWARDS ENTERPRISEONE 8.10 UPDATE 2
JD Edwards EnterpriseOne 8.10 Update 2 is now generally available. This update contains all electronic software updates (ESUs) and application software updates (ASUs) completed since the base release of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne 8.10 (June 2004) through January 9, 2007. This update is available through Oracle's Electronic Product Delivery Web site or by contacting your local Customer Care Center.

ORACLE'S INTERACTIVE SERVICES REPOSITORY MAKES INTEGRATION PLANNING EASIER
There's never been a better time to find out how Oracle's Interactive Services Repository can assist you with your PeopleSoft Enterprise or JD Edwards product integrations. Oracle's Interactive Services Repository (ISR) is an online tool that provides a convenient catalog of information about integrations available in the PeopleSoft Enterprise and JD Edwards product families. For more information about ISR, visit Customer Connection.

INDIA LOCALIZATION FOR JD EDWARDS ENTERPRISEONE—UNION BUDGET 2007-2008
On February 28, 2007, the government of India announced changes to the Union Budget 2007–2008. Oracle is currently evaluating the impact of the new regulatory requirements on the JD Edwards EnterpriseOne India localization for releases Xe, 8.0, 8.9, 8.10, and 8.11 SP1 and later. Please visit Customer Connection for more information.

ORACLE AND THE U.S./CANADA DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME CHANGE
Tune in to an Oracle AppCast in which Jeff Robbins, Oracle senior director of PeopleTools strategy, speaks about the issues and risks to enterprise applications associated with daylight saving time, what Oracle is doing to prevent any disruption of service for customers, and the challenges for customers who have moved to a third party for support. Listen to the AppCast.

UPCOMING ADVISOR WEBCASTS FOR JD EDWARDS ENTERPRISEONE
Oracle Advisor Webcasts bring expert information about services, products, and technologies straight to your desktop through Oracle Web Conferencing.

Here are the upcoming Advisor Webcasts for JD Edwards EnterpriseOne:

May 8 NEW Tools Release Process Update for 8.96 and Forward
May 8 India Localization: An Overview For JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Xe Customers
May 10 Understanding the Flow of Transactions from Procurement to Accounts Payable and the General Ledger
May 16 JD Edwards EnterpriseOne: An Overview of Crystal Reports 10 and Crystal Enterprise 10
May 22 Understanding the R41543: The Item Ledger and Account Ledger Integrity Report
May 31 Preparing for Australian Payroll: Year-End 2007


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JD EDWARDS WORLD

JD EDWARDS WORLD A9.1 IS NOW GENERALLY AVAILABLE
At COLLABORATE 07 in Las Vegas, Nevada, John Schiff, vice president and general manager, JD Edwards World, announced the general availability of Oracle's JD Edwards World A9.1 single-byte release, which delivers more than 1,250 enhancements. For more details about the new release, read the press release and visit the JD Edwards World Web site.

Download your copy of the newest release today. This is a password-protected site and requires a sign-on and ID. If you do not have one, please contact the Global Support Center at +1.800.289.2999.

PREMIER SUPPORT FOR JD EDWARDS WORLD
JD Edwards World A9.1 will be supported under Oracle's standard product support policy. Oracle will provide Premier Support for five years from the general availability date. Please see the Oracle Support Web site for more information on the Premier Support, Extended Support, and Lifetime Support offerings.

JD EDWARDS WORLD CUSTOMER BRIEFINGS, DENVER, COLORADO
In 2006, the Denver JD Edwards World team facilitated many rewarding one-off customer visits. For 2007, we are offering JD Edwards World customer briefings in Denver each month throughout the year. The next one is scheduled for May 17 and 18. If you would like more information, please contact Fabio Araujo.

ORACLE'S INTERACTIVE SERVICES REPOSITORY MAKES INTEGRATION PLANNING EASIER
There's never been a better time to find out how Oracle's Interactive Services Repository can assist you with your PeopleSoft Enterprise or JD Edwards product integrations. Oracle's Interactive Services Repository (ISR) is an online tool that provides a convenient catalog of information about integrations available in the PeopleSoft Enterprise and JD Edwards product families. For more information about ISR, visit Customer Connection.

UPCOMING ADVISOR WEBCASTS FOR JD EDWARDS WORLD
Advisor Webcasts bring expert information about services, products, and technologies straight to your desktop through our new Web conferencing tool, Oracle Web Conferencing.

Here are the upcoming Advisor Webcasts for JD Edwards World:

May 8 A9.1 Enhancements for Multicurrency Payments: Part 2 Spot Rates
May 9 A9.1 Enhancements for Multicurrency Receipts
May 17 Cool Tools: JD Edwards World Report Manager
June 6 Complex Pricing Structures Made Easier: Advanced Pricing Formulas and Variable Tables
June 7 A9.1 Company/Business Unit Defaults and A/P Enhancements
June 13 JD Edwards World Advanced Pricing: Accruals and Rebates


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

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ORACLE UNIVERSITY

IMPORTANT SIEBEL COURSE CURRICULUM UPDATE
Over the last several months Oracle has announced the general availability of Oracle Business Intelligence Suite Enterprise Edition 10g Release 3 products. In conjunction with these product releases, Oracle University would like to provide you an important update concerning curriculum availability and name changes for these courses. Read the complete article.

NEW SIEBEL CRM 8.0 COURSES
The following new courses on Oracle's Siebel CRM 8.0 are now available at Oracle University. Click the links below to view the complete course description and schedule and to register online. To speak with an Oracle University representative, call +1.800.498.4104.

TRANSFORM YOUR BUSINESS WITH ORACLE USER ADOPTION SERVICES
Oracle University offers comprehensive training services to help executives, managers, and end users make the most of new Oracle technology. With Oracle User Adoption Services, you can experience an easier transition, a quicker return on your technology investment, and a successful Oracle product implementation. Learn more about our offerings or call an Oracle University representative at +1.800.529.0279.

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USER GROUPS

QUEST NORTHEAST SESSIONS TO BE POSTED LATE MAY
The Quest Northeast Regional Conference will be held July 19–20 at the Mohegan Sun Resort and Casino in Connecticut. Quest is partnering with six of its affiliate user groups to offer a conference for PeopleSoft and JD Edwards users in the northeast region. Education sessions will be posted in late May on www.questdirect.org. Early bird registration ends June 27, so register today. Contact the Mohegan Sun directly for hotel reservations.

Also, save the date for the Quest Midwest Conference at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel in Chicago, September 6–7, 2007.

LEARN MORE ABOUT QUEST INTERNATIONAL USERS GROUP
Quest International Users Group is a worldwide community of PeopleSoft and JD Edwards applications users that's more than 40,000 strong. Quest and its affiliated user groups are a catalyst to maximize members' business investments through the power of our community, tools, and experiences. Get more information about Quest, or e-mail us.

COLLABORATE 07: A RESOUNDING SUCCESS
More than 7,600 attendees participated in almost a week of activities at the Mandalay Bay Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. This annual event is growing in popularity each year and offers a great time to network with your peers and share ideas and best practices. Interested in COLLABORATE 08? Mark your calendar: April 13–17, 2008 in Denver, Colorado!

UPCOMING EVENTS FOR USER GROUPS IN NORTH AMERICA
ODTUG Kaleidoscope
June 18–21, 2007, Daytona Beach, Florida

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