Why Partner with Oracle and Oracle Unified Method (OUM)
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OUM is designed to accelerate your Enterprise Information Technology efforts. The Oracle Unified Method presents an organized, yet flexible, approach. Its defined, operational framework helps anticipate critical project needs and dependencies. With OUM, you can move efficiently through the IT lifecycle to quickly achieve measurable business results.
OUM has evolved to become the single methodology for all Oracle products – supporting the entire Enterprise IT lifecycle. Every successful project depends on a mature, enriched methodology. OUM is your map to success!
OUM is Oracle’s standards-based method that enables the entire Enterprise Information Technology (IT) lifecycle. It provides an implementation approach that is rapid, broadly adaptive, and business-focused. OUM includes a comprehensive project and program management framework and materials to support Oracle's growing focus on enterprise-level IT strategy, architecture, and governance.
OUM is available to Oracle PartnerNetwork Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Partners as a benefit of membership.
Authorized use of the Oracle Unified Method (OUM) materials by Oracle PartnerNetwork Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Partners is described in Section G. of the Oracle PartnerNetwork Agreement entitled Methodology/Engagement Materials. It grants Oracle PartnerNetwork Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Partners a non-exclusive, non-transferable, limited license to use and make copies of the materials, subject to Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN) policies, for the following purposes:
- Use the materials in connection with the implementation of programs for end users who have acquired valid licenses for such programs;
- Provide training to partner employees in use of the materials;
- Demonstrate the materials to end users; and
- Copy the materials for archival or backup purposes.
Oracle PartnerNetwork Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Partners may allow their agents and contractors to use the materials for these purposes, subject to the terms of the Oracle PartnerNetwork Agreement. All titles, trademarks, and copyright and restricted rights notices contained in the materials shall be reproduced in any copies of the materials. All copies of the materials shall be subject to the terms of this agreement.
Key Benefits
- More Focused Effort – OUM enables projects to clearly define business scope and needs to create architectural models of the enterprise. This planning results in tighter scope control, more accurate business understanding, and a firm foundation for client acceptance.
- Built-in Flexibility – By combining activities and tasks in different ways, OUM can be applied to many types of information technology software development and implementation projects.
- Saves Time – Seasoned information technology practitioners representing years of experience have contributed their knowledge to OUM. Project teams can take advantage of this experience by leveraging these leading practices along with industry standards.
- Higher Quality – OUM subscribes to an iterative approach that incorporates testing and validation throughout the lifecycle, rather than testing for quality only at the end of the project.
- More Cost Effective – OUM facilitates improved control of project expenses by using a flexible work breakdown structure that allows you to perform only necessary tasks.
- Reduced Project Risk – Implementing an iterative, broadly applicable method mitigates requirements mismatch. A key focus of each iteration in OUM is to identify and reduce the most significant project risks. This allows for the most critical risks to be addressed as early as possible in the project lifecycle, which results in a measurable reduction of schedule and budget risks.
What's in Oracle Unified Method
The Oracle Unified Method offering provides you with a comprehensive toolkit:
- Overview Material – Provides an overview of OUM's approach to IT projects, including the industry standards upon which OUM is based.
- Guidelines – Phase, process, task, role, and work product guidelines cover every aspect of an Oracle-based business solution.
- Templates – Templates enable fast and easy creation of high quality work products.
- Tailored Work Breakdown Structure – These standards enable an easy start in managing your project.
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- Enablement 2.0 offers Oracle Partners training resources and tools to support specialized knowledge and ensure in-depth expertize on their chosen path to Specialization. Partners can make the most of the enablement benefits in their drive to extend market reach and expand revenue opportunities. Learn more about Enablement Benefits
- OPN Competency Center is an intelligent training tool that allows partners to manage their training with role-focused guided learning paths and measure their achievement toward Specialization (select the appropriate role: Sales, PreSales, Implementation or Support)
- OPN Boot Camps are "jump start" training covering Oracle’s growing portfolio of product lines and solutions areas. Bootcamps are offered in addition to the standard curriculum offered by Oracle University.
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- OPN Certified Specialist Certification identifies and endorses Oracle Partner individuals who achieve certification requirements. This Certification also contributes to company’s achievement towards OPN Specialized Program.
- Featured Training provides release-specific content for Partners to get started learning the latest product enhancements, features and functionality
- The OUM Training Program consists of four levels of training. Levels 1, 2, and 4 are online, self-service courses accessible through the Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN). The Level 3 training is a two-day, instructor-led course available for a fee.
- Oracle® Unified Method Training Program
- Please note: OUM is available to Oracle PartnerNetwork Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Partners as a benefit of membership.
- Related Training
- OPN Partner Awareness Series (learn how to leverage the OPN Program and Portal)
- Contact Oracle Unified Method-training_us for training support directly from the Global Methods Team.
- Create your Personalized Training Catalog
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- OUM collateral and instructions are available to Oracle PartnerNetwork Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Partners as a benefit of membership.
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- OUM is available to Oracle PartnerNetwork Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Partners as a benefit of membership.
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- Oracle’s Full Lifecycle Method for Deploying Oracle Based Business Solutions , White Paper, November, 2012
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- Success! The 3rd Annual JD Edwards Partner Summit was a huge success with well over 500 participants! View the presentations on the JD Edwards Solution Factory.
- New Certified Implementation Specialist Exam - Be among the first to become an Oracle Unified Method 5 Essentials Certified Implementation Specialist! The Oracle Unified Method 5 Essentials (1Z1-568) exam is now available in beta version. For Oracle Partners we offer FREE beta exam vouchers. The requests will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Please contact opn-edu_ww@oracle.com for additional information.
- Product Data Quality – Oracle® Buys Silver Creek Systems - Adds Leading Product Data Quality Capabilities to Oracle Data Integration Offering NEW
- Nuklearna Elektrarna Krsko (NEK) Invests in Oracle Enterprise Asset Management To Unify Asset Information Across the Enterprise
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- Oracle Applications Virtual Tradeshow – Spotlight on Customer Success On February 3, Oracle hosted the Oracle Applications Virtual Tradeshow—Spotlight on Customer Success, a virtual event that gathered Oracle executives, customers, and partners to discuss customer successes for financial management and other applications. Read More
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- Enablement 2.0: Jumpstart your implementation skills via the Enablement 2.0 Boot Camps. These modular training programs are developed exclusively for partners and include key Oracle solutions such as R12.1 Financials Best Practices, R12.1 Financial Management Systems (FMS), R12.1 Projects, R12.1 HRMS, R12.1 Supply Chain Management (SCM) and many others.
- EMEA Partner Bootcamps - Search for local training here (query “OPN”)
- Competency Center: Leverage this unparalleled enablement resource to train your staff on how to develop, sell, and implement Oracle solutions. Within the Competency Center you will find:
- Oracle E-Business Suite Guided Learning Paths Role-specific training for Oracle E-Business Suite covering topics such as: R12.1 Advanced Supply Chain Planning Certified Expert Consultant (OCE), Suite R12.1 System Administrator Certified Expert, E-Business Suite R12.1 Projects Essentials Implementation Boot Camp, and many more.
- Oracle E-Business Suite Featured Training which includes role-specific training on R12.1 topics
- The Oracle Certification Program where you can differentiate your company from competitors by having individuals on your staff certified as experts in Oracle E-Business Suite.
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- Oracle Application Implementation Method (AIM) Advantage and Oracle AIM for Business Flows Are Retired as of January 31, 2011. Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN) Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Partners are encouraged to begin the transition to the Oracle® Unified Method (OUM). Learn more.
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- Oracle Unified Method Brief v5.6 provides an overview of OUM. Find out how OUM can shorten and enrich your implementations.
Education
- Enablement 2.0 offers Oracle Partners training resources and tools to support specialized knowledge and ensure in-depth expertize on their chosen path to Specialization. Partners can make the most of the enablement benefits in their drive to extend market reach and expand revenue opportunities. Learn more about Enablement Benefits
- OPN Competency Center is an intelligent training tool that allows partners to manage their training with role-focused guided learning paths and measure their achievement toward Specialization
- OPN Certified Specialist Certification
- Featured Training provides release-specific content for Partners to get started learning the latest product enhancements, features and functionality
- The OUM Training Program consists of four levels of training. Levels 1, 2, and 4 are online, self-service courses accessible through the Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN). The Level 3 training is a two-day, instructor-led course available for a fee.
- Oracle® Unified Method Training Program
- Please note: OUM is available to Oracle PartnerNetwork Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Partners as a benefit of membership
- Related Training
- OPN Partner Awareness Series (learn how to leverage the OPN Program and Portal)
- Contact Oracle Unified Method-training_us for training support directly from the Global Methods Team.
- Create your Personalized Training Catalog
- OPN Partner Awareness Series
- OPN Competency Center
Events
Tools and Resources
- OUM collateral and instructions are available to Oracle PartnerNetwork Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Partners as a benefit of membership.
- Download the Oracle Unified Method (OUM)
- Download the Oracle Unified Method (OUM)
- Enablement Benefits
- Development Benefits
- Support Benefits
- Oracle Unified Method Executive Briefing v5.6 a customer facing presentation on the benefits of the Oracle Unified Method.
- Tailoring OUM for Your Project , White Paper, January 2012
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Oracle Unified Method (OUM) (Qualifying Specialization)
The Oracle Unified Method (OUM) Specialization recognizes partner organizations that have proven their extensive understanding of OUM.
OUM is designed to accelerate Enterprise Information Technology efforts. OUM has a defined, operational framework that helps anticipate critical project needs and dependencies. With OUM, users can move efficiently through the IT lifecycle to quickly achieve measurable business results. Topics in this Specialization cover the three primary levels of this methodology: Level 1 Overview and Awareness, Level 2 Focus Area Specific Overview and Level 3 Gathering Requirements.
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