Cloud Apps Education at Oracle Cloud Summit

BLUEPRINT 4D Opening Keynote

Unbreakable: Building Your Personal Future-Ready Operating System

Presented by:

Chris Laping, CIO & bestselling author, People Before Things

Opening Session

The latest in Fusion implementation best practices and innovation management

Presented by:

Joyce Boland, Vice President, Oracle Fusion Applications, Oracle

Abstract:

Whether you are just starting to plan your Oracle Fusion Apps implementation, are newly live, or have been live for a while, join this interactive discussion about implementation best practices, innovation management, and the fastest path to value realization. Learn how—with hundreds of new features delivered across the Fusion Suite in every quarterly update—you can drive and operationalize innovation adoption, prioritize, and bring your organization together around the idea of always staying current. Plus, you get to ask Team Oracle and experienced Fusion Apps customers your questions about these and many other topics.

A Redwood Update for Fusion Apps Customers

Abstract:

Learn about the latest Redwood plans and investment areas for Oracle Fusion Apps, including Cloud HCM, Cloud ERP, Cloud EPM and Cloud SCM.

Afternoon Session

Oracle AI in Fusion Apps: An Inside Look at What’s Ahead

Presented by:

Gilbert Traverse, Leader, North American Emerging Technologies, Oracle

Abstract:

AI requires the right data, massive compute power, specialized GPUs, and significant expertise. The challenge is making AI relevant, reliable, scalable, and easy to use. Oracle tackles this challenge by providing enterprise-grade, ready-to-use AI within Oracle Fusion Applications, tailored to your organization and grounded in its data. Discover how Oracle’s practical and human-centered approach to embedded AI can help your organization drive productivity improvements and new ways of working.

Customer Panel

AI Strategy & Governance: A Discussion

Abstract:

Listen in and join the conversation as customer participants from a mix of industries share how their companies are developing strategies for AI management and governance.

Oracle Cloud HCM Keynote

Shaping the Future: 2025 Oracle Cloud HCM Investment Strategy

Presented by:

Guy Waterman, Vice President, Oracle Cloud HCM Strategy, Oracle

Abstract:

Join Guy Waterman, Vice President, Cloud HCM Strategy for an insightful session on our 2025 Investment Strategy, highlighting key Oracle Cloud HCM innovations and enhancements. This presentation will provide an overview of our research, development, and delivery plans for 2025 and beyond, addressing key trends and challenges shaping the future of Cloud HCM. In this session you will be able to:

• Discover what to expect in upcoming releases, allowing you to better prepare for the adoption of these exciting new product innovations and enhancements.
• Gain a deeper understanding of our planned investments to help your organization prioritize resources for the coming year.
• Understand the importance of various enhancements that are planned for Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM in the coming releases and to provide enough information to knowledgably prioritize them in your plans accordingly.

Delivering meaningful innovation goes beyond standalone technology—it’s about addressing customer needs with purpose-built solutions and seamlessly integrated into the platform. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead and plan effectively for your future with Oracle Cloud HCM!

AI Agents are poised to rewrite the rules of work

Presented by:

Jessica Scrimale, Sr Director, AI Product Strategy, Oracle

Abstract:

The future is here: AI Agents are entering the workforce, touching all corners of the enterprise. This shift will fundamentally reimagine the world of work. Individual employees will use AI Agents to scale their impact without scaling their hours. Entire departments will define new day-to-day rhythms where AI agents and humans work hand in hand to tackle complex cross-functional work seamlessly. At an organization level, new job roles will be created, new business models will be defined, and workplace norms will evolve to define an entirely new enterprise ecosystem that we can scarcely imagine today.

Leading the Way Through Change: Mastering the Transition to Oracle Redwood for HCM

Presented by:

Floyd Teter, Sr. Director, Oracle Cloud HCM Development Center of Excellence, Oracle

Abstract:

The shift to Oracle Redwood for HCM isn’t just about a new look—it’s a full organizational transformation! With its modern design, enhanced navigation, and cutting-edge features, this transition represents a major change for your enterprise. But how do you manage the change effectively and get everyone on board?

Join Floyd Teter, Senior Director at the Oracle Cloud HCM Development Center of Excellence, as he shares expert insights on driving successful organizational change during this pivotal transition. Drawing from his extensive experience and real-world examples, Floyd will walk you through practical strategies for guiding your organization through the process, ensuring smooth adoption, and addressing the challenges that come with any major shift. Learn how other customers have successfully managed this transformation and how you can apply these lessons to your own journey.

Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable tools for managing change and making your Redwood transition a success!

Optimizing Your HCM Investment: Leveraging the Full Power of Fusion Apps

Presented by:

Dorcas Conyers, HCM Solutions Engineer, Oracle
Mark Sarmiento, Senior Solutions Engineer, Oracle

Abstract:

Maximizing the value of your HR Fusion Apps investment requires a strategic approach to leveraging a user-centric platform as a key tool in driving employee engagement, optimizing HR processes, and enhancing the overall user experience. A personalized, intuitive interface empowers employees to take control of their own development, wellbeing, and career pathways. Explore how organizations can fully harness the capabilities of Oracle HCM to amplify the effectiveness of their HR Fusion suite. By utilizing its advanced features, such as real-time feedback, personalized learning paths, and proactive engagement tools, businesses can ensure that their HR investments deliver tangible, measurable outcomes, creating a more efficient, engaged, and high-performing workforce.

Redwood Tour

Presented by:

Zachary Sobeckary, Principal HCM Solution Engineer, Oracle
Gabriella Gutierrez, Staff Solution Engineer, Oracle

Abstract:

You’re on the path to Redwood, but does it feel like you’re not seeing the whole picture.  Join us in this session for a tour of the latest Redwood and AI-enabled experiences that are available today for employees and managers.   We’ll show you capabilities you might not know you could use with Activity Centers, Touchpoints, and Communications and we’ll share some customer stories we think are great ideas for everyone.

Redwood “How to” Help

Presented by:

Floyd Teter, Sr. Director, Oracle Cloud HCM Development Center of Excellence, Oracle

Abstract:

Join Floyd Teter, Sr. Director at the Oracle HCM Development Center of Excellence, for an essential session packed with expert tips, proven strategies, and valuable resources to accelerate your adoption of Redwood. Whether you’re in the early stages or looking to refine your approach, Floyd will guide you through key reference materials and tackle common challenges with actionable solutions. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to ensure a smooth and successful transition to Redwood for Oracle HCM—this is the session you’ve been waiting for!

Cloud Adventure – Office of the CHRO 

Abstract:

Get ready to revolutionize your HR strategies by diving into Oracle Cloud Human Capital Management (HCM) like never before! In this hands-on adventure, you’ll journey through the cutting-edge interface, functional flows, and game-changing analytics of Oracle HCM through a dynamic blend of classroom experiences, interactive labs, and real-world case studies. Over 2+ action-packed hours, you’ll uncover the secrets to guiding employees through every step of their professional and personal journeys, supercharging your recruitment efforts with AI and automation, boosting productivity with personalized support, and harnessing the full potential of data-driven insights.

Oracle Cloud ERP Keynote

The Future of Finance is Generative

Presented by:

Gary Grieshaber, Group Vice President, Applications Development, Oracle

Abstract:

Generative AI is revolutionizing finance by transforming essential processes with high precision and efficiency. Explore the transformative impact of generative AI on financial operations as we highlight its ability to help drive touchless transactions, enhance predictive insights, and deliver connected actions at incredible speed and accuracy. Through compelling examples and real-world applications, see how AI-powered advancements can help drive finance leaders to make swift, data-driven decisions, shaping an agile and proactive future in finance.

Oracle Cloud EPM: Strategy and Innovation Roadmap

Presented by:

Wayne Heather, Executive Director, EPM Product Marketing, Oracle

Abstract:

Predictive AI and generative AI (GenAI) technologies are transforming enterprise performance management (EPM) to enable new levels of productivity and agility. Oracle’s complete suite of EPM applications embeds leading AI and GenAI capabilities in the platform to help you realize these benefits. Get the latest updates and a preview of innovations for all areas of Oracle Fusion Cloud Enterprise Performance Management—including planning, profitability and cost management, financial consolidation and close, external and internal reporting, master data management, and more.

AI-Driven Finance—Modernizing Your Finance Function

Presented by:

Gina Keeler, Sr Director, ERP Product Marketing, Oracle
Wayne Heather, Executive Director, EPM Product Marketing, Oracle

Abstract:

AI is redefining the finance function, streamlining processes with unparalleled precision and efficiency. Discover how AI-driven finance empowers organizations to automate process workflows—minimizing costs, eliminating errors, and unlocking high-quality insights. From touchless transaction ingestion and AI-driven predictions and exception resolution to automated reconciliations and anomaly detection with GenAI, finance teams are embracing a new era of intelligent operations. Learn how leading companies are leveraging AI in ERP and EPM to accelerate decision-making, enhance agility, and build a resilient finance foundation for long-term success.

Touchless expenses: Faster Expense Receipt Capture and Matching Using Document IO Agent

Presented by:

Gina Keeler, Sr Director, ERP Product Marketing, Oracle
Michael Gobbo, Distinguished Solutions Consultant, Oracle

Abstract:

Learn how Oracle is reimagining the expense report process with Doc IO Agent. This session will explain and demo the new generative AI (GenAI)-driven mobile solution for touchless expense submission and faster reimbursement. See real-time authorization notifications and GenAI-powered receipt matching in action for automatic expenses submission and approval. Plus, see how machine learning–driven expense audits provide greater flexibility and tighter controls.

Empower a smarter and faster supply chain with AI-embedded Procurement

Presented by:

Erin Sun, Sr Director, SCM Product Marketing, Oracle

Abstract:

Mitigating the cost effects and protecting profitability have become top priorities for procurement organizations. Procurement leaders must consider the use cases for AI, analytics, and innovative user experience across the source-to-pay process. Learn roadmap in sourcing, supplier management, contracting, self-service procurement, direct procurement, sustainability, and AI in SCM. Don’t miss this opportunity to redefine your procurement and supply chain strategy, embarking on a journey toward a smarter, more efficient future.

AI and innovative user experience in Procurement

Abstract:

AI-powered modern user experience enables employees to follow the correct source-to-pay processes that lead to improvements in productivity, cost savings and compliance. The consumer-grade experience is equally important for suppliers to reduce support costs and improve supplier registration completion rates. Join the session to learn how Oracle leverages AI and Redwood UI to deliver an innovative, intuitive and extensible user experience in self-service procurement (SSP) for both internal users and external suppliers, providing higher level of satisfaction and optimizing procurement performance.

ERP, EPM & SCM Roundtable

Abstract:

You’re invited to join Oracle solution engineers for an engaging roundtable discussion hosted by the Quest Cloud ERP/SCM Community. This session is open to all Cloud Summit attendees with a Finance and/or Operations interest. This is a unique opportunity to discuss hot topics with the Oracle team, share your story and learn from others while expanding your network with product experts and other customers. Bring your questions and get ready for a lively discussion in this informal Q&A session.

Cloud Adventure – Office of the CFO

Abstract:

You’re invited to join Oracle solution engineers for an engaging roundtable discussion hosted by the Quest Cloud ERP/SCM Community. This session is open to all Cloud Summit attendees with a Finance and/or Operations interest. This is a unique opportunity to discuss hot topics with the Oracle team, share your story and learn from others while expanding your network with product experts and other customers. Bring your questions and get ready for a lively discussion in this informal Q&A session.

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure: Innovations, Roadmap and Updates

Abstract:

Find out what’s coming for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure in this indepth Oracle update and overview.

Oracle Cloud Database Roadmap & Updates

Abstract:

Hear the latest from Oracle as they walk through the Oracle Cloud Database roadmap and share new product updates.

Oracle Fusion Applications

AI kick-start: A hands-on guide to enabling AI features in Fusion Applications

Presented by:

Todd Blackmon, Senior Director, Oracle Cloud Applications, Oracle

Abstract:

Designed for experienced Oracle Fusion Applications users and administrators, this session provides hands-on experience activating AI features across ERP, customer experience (CX), human capital management (HCM), and supply chain management (SCM). Users access Fusion demo environments and learn the steps to address system configurations, security roles, and test procedures to enable a mixture of both classic AI and generative AI capabilities. Learn best practices for utilizing release readiness notes, product documentation, and the Oracle Customer Connect Community to stay informed of new features and to provide feedback and enhancement requests for existing features. You must bring your own laptop to participate.

Introduction to Oracle Visual Builder

Presented by:

Blaine Carter, Principal Product Manager, Oracle

Abstract:

Oracle Visual Builder lets you rapidly create, extend, and host enterprise apps using a visual development environment leveraging the latest JavaScript/HTML/REST tech stack. Learn how and why Visual Builder is used at Oracle to develop the next-generation offering of Oracle SaaS, and see how you can use the same tool to accelerate your delivery cycle for modern user interfaces.