PLUG July 2023 Meeting

The PLUG board invites you to the Summer Golf and Boating event on Thursday, July 20th, 2023 held in beautiful Green Lake, Wisconsin. The day will start with educational presentations at the Heidel House from AllOut Security, J. Geiger Consulting, Cloud Inventory, and C&A Technology!
Following the mandatory attendance at the morning presentations is lunch at the Heidel House. Next, attendees will either go across the street to Tuscumbia Country Club for an 18-hole scramble or head out to the dock for a pontoon cruise and swimming in Green Lake. We will end the day with RAFFLE PRIZES at the Tuscumbia County Club’s clubhouse! Don’t miss this opportunity to interact with other members of the PLUG group!

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7:30-8:00am – Registration & Breakfast

8:00-8:10am – PLUG Business

8:10 – 8:55am – “Change! It’s a Balancing Act” presented by Linda Nelson from AllOut Security
Managing change can be very challenging and normally is quite complex. It is one of the most difficult things to do in an organization, and yet, it can be one of the most rewarding. Our technology projects are no different than other business changes (and often the hard part is NOT the technology). In general, it is never easy to deal with change of any kind and successfully navigating change often requires understanding how pieces balance and impact one another.
We will share ideas on:
* Why lead your organization through change?
* Key pitfalls to look out for
* Elements to balance for success
* How this all relates to our ERP projects

8:55 – 9:05am – BREAK

9:05 – 9:50am – “Exploring the Integration of JDE with Next-gen Chatbot Technologies” presented by Justen Geiger & Matt Sohrweide from J. Geiger Consulting
This presentation explores integrating JD Edwards (JDE) with a chatbot interface. Unleash the power of JDE integration by using a chatbot to unlock superior customer experiences and optimize your business operations. This session will highlight the benefits of integration, including improved accessibility, reduced response times, and increased efficiency in handling customer queries. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and learn practical strategies to revolutionize your organization’s customer service and streamline your business processes.
Session Benefits:
* Explore the future possibilities and potential applications of JDE-Chatbot integration in your organization.
* Gain a competitive edge by staying ahead of the curve in the evolving landscape of customer service and enterprise technology.
* Understand the implications and benefits of integrating JDE with cutting-edge chatbot solutions.
* Learn about the latest trends and advancements in chatbot technology and their relevance to JDE.

9:50 – 10:00am – BREAK

10:00 – 10:45am – “What’s your inventory story? Inventory Optimization Accelerates Your Digital Transformation with a Next-Gen Enterprise Applications Platform” presented by Ken Botyos from Cloud Inventory
Join us as we introduce the next generation of Cloud Inventory®! The solution that extends the value of JD Edwards by providing real-time inventory visibility across your enterprise, has been transformed to a modern no-code platform. In this session, we will discuss this remarkable reinvention of the popular enterprise solution leveraging a revolutionary no-code approach. Whether tracking inventory in the field, in a warehouse, or on a shop floor, Cloud Inventory® increases productivity, optimizes inventory, improves compliance, and drives more revenue. The modern enterprise applications platform simplifies the idea-to-application effort, accelerating the ability to adapt solutions to your ever-changing business requirements. Future-proof your Cloud Inventory® solution with customizations that remain intact and independent, from one release to the next.

10:45 – 10:55am – BREAK

10:55 – 11:40am – “Unlock the Secrets to a Winning EDI Strategy” presented by Jeff Copper from C&A Technology
Your company has been using JDE and EDI for years but are still struggling with issues. It just doesn’t seem like your current EDI support is meeting your needs. You need a better way to manage all the aspects of your EDI solution in your JDE environment. Join Jeff Copper’s informative and empowering session.Learn all the tools and information you need to:
Take your EDI strategy to the next level!
Explore the three pillars of a successful EDI strategy: coordination, mapping, and JDE configuration. services.
Let’s work together to improve your EDI strategy and boost your customer service.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and grow.

11:40am – 12:20pm – Lunch / Networking

Noon – PLUG Raffle for big prizes (entry based on returning surveys)

Following Lunch (about 12:20pm)
Golfers drive over to Tuscumbia for Shotgun StartBoaters to board pontoon boats at the dock at the Heidel House

5:00pm or when all golf teams are back – Hors d’oeuvres & Raffle at Tuscumbia Club House
* MUST be present to win!
* Be sure to check out the items on the table to determine which items you would like ahead of your number being called.
* If the South parking lot is full, there is an additional parking lot down the hill from the club house.

If you are planning to stay at the Heidel House, use this link to be assigned to our room block: https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/DD01P4