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Cloud Community News & Events - January 2026

January 13, 2026

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Registration is Open!

Registration is now open for the Cloud Summit at BLUEPRINT 4D, taking place May 4th – 7th, at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, TX. Prices go up January 31st. Book early to save!

View the full Quest event calendar to save the dates for all 2026 Cloud events and more! Also, be sure check out the 2026 Cloud Bundle, which provides an extra 20% savings on 2026 event registrations. Each bundle includes membership, as well as registration for BLUEPRINT 4D and our fall Cloud Summit Virtual! Full details are available on the Quest Cloud Bundle page.


Don’t Miss This Virtual Event!

The Heartland Oracle User Group (HOUG) is back and better than ever! Join this special webinar to learn how HOUG is reigniting collaboration, knowledge sharing, and community among Oracle users. Get the latest on AI-powered solutions, Oracle Cloud innovations, updates across Fusion, JD Edwards, and E-Business Suite, plus best practices for modernizing your Oracle environment. Connect with peers and help shape the future of this revitalized user group. Register now!


How Strong Leaders Make Decisions When There’s No Obvious “Right” Answer

What do strong leaders do when there’s no obvious right answer—only uncertainty, responsibility, and growth on the line? In a recent blog from our own Jon Vaughn, he explores a decision-making framework inspired by How Will You Measure Your Life? that helps leaders turn fear into clarity by surfacing assumptions and testing risk before committing. It’s a powerful reminder that leadership isn’t just about execution—it’s about discernment. The insights also connect directly to the mindset we cultivate through the Quest Emerging Leaders Program, where leaders learn how to think well when the answers aren’t clear.

To learn more about Quest’s Emerging Leaders Program, be sure to save your seat for our upcoming info session on January 29 at 2 pm ET. It’s a free, informal discussion where you can ask questions, learn how to build a strong case for manager approval, and hear directly from program participants and instructors about what the experience is really like. Register now!


Kick Off the New Year with Your Career Goals in Focus

A new year brings new possibilities — and it’s the perfect time to invest in your professional growth. Quest’s Career Center is here to help you make 2026 your year of opportunity. Whether you’re seeking your next role, planning a career pivot, or simply staying prepared for whatever comes next, our tools are designed to give you a competitive edge.

Here’s how you can start strong this year:

    • Refresh Your Resume: Even if you’re not actively job hunting, keeping your resume up to date ensures you’re always ready for the right opportunity. Upload it to the Career Center so recruiters can find you.
    • Explore Career Planning Resources: Access strategies for resume writing, personal branding, interviewing, and more — all tailored to help you stand out.
    • Set Up Job Alerts: Be the first to know about new opportunities in your field. Customize alerts to match your skills and career goals.
    • Browse the Job Board: See what’s out there and stay informed about trends in your industry.

Don’t let the year slip by without taking that first step. Visit the Quest Career Center today, update your profile, and make 2026 the year your career moves forward.


Set Your 2026 Intentions: Get More Involved with Quest

Are you thinking about professional goals in 2026? Building stronger connections, sharing what you’ve learned, and finding more meaningful ways to engage with peers are key ways to achieve those goals. One simple way to do all three is by volunteering with Quest!

Quest volunteer opportunities are designed to fit into busy schedules, requiring just a small time commitment while offering big returns: expanded professional networks, increased visibility as a subject-matter expert, and the chance to help shape the future of the Oracle user community. Whether you’re interested in speaking, leading a community group, or contributing behind the scenes, there’s a role that aligns with your interests and goals.

If giving back, growing your influence, and becoming a deeper part of this community are on your list for 2026, now is the perfect time to explore what’s available!


New Year, Same Awesome Cloud Community!

We’re kicking off the new year with several Cloud Community meetups across ERP, HCM, SCM, EPM, AI, and Healthcare. Community members are invited to join these sessions to exchange practical insights and learn from shared experiences across our Oracle Cloud communities.

January Meetups

Cloud SCM Community Meetup
📅 January 13 | 1:00 PM ET
Topic: Deep Dive: Redwood Timelines and Adoption Roadmap

Cloud ERP Community Meetup
📅 January 15 | 1:00 PM ET
Topic: Join the roundtable—share your questions and vote on the recommendations that matter most to you.

Cloud AI & Gen AI Community Meetup
📅 January 20 | 1:00 PM ET
Topic: Demo: Building Enterprise-Ready AI Agents Using Oracle Agentic AI Studio for Oracle SaaS Cloud

Cloud HCM Community Meetup
📅 January 21 | 1:00 PM ET
Topic: Roundtable: Bring your questions and help prioritize topics by upvoting your favorites

February Meetups

Cloud Healthcare Community Meetup
📅 February 3 | 11:00 AM ET
Topics: Join the roundtable to discuss Oracle Tax Engine learnings and explore AI/Agent Studio use cases and successes for 2026. *applicable to all Cloud Fusion Apps customers

Cloud EPM Community Meetup
📅 February 17 | 3:00 PM ET
Topic: Year-End Post-Mortem, Oracle Release Hold (Nov–Jan), and Icebreakers

These meetups are shaped by community interest, and we hope you’ll join the conversation, share your experiences, and help us continue building a collaborative space where everyone can learn and contribute. Visit the Quest Events page to register for these meetups and all other Quest events!


Upcoming Webinars:

HCM

January 13 | 12:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud HCM -Product Update: Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM – 26A Release Update

January 14 | 4:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud HCM -Oracle Learning and Development – What’s New in Release 26A

January 14 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud HCM -AI Demo Series: Create Exceptional Employee Experiences with AI

January 14 | 3:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud HCM -Skills in Motion: Real-World Lessons from Dynamic Skills Pacesetter Organizations

January 21 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud HCM -State of the Product: Help Desk in the Redwood Experience in 2026

January 22 | 12:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud HCM -Product Office Hour: Recruiting

January 23 | 12:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud HCM -US Oracle Payroll Tax Engine (USOPTE) and Enhanced Address Validation

January 28 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud HCM -Cloud Payroll: UK Legislative Update 2026

ERP

January 14 | 12:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud ERP – Release Highlights for Oracle Fusion Cloud Student Financial Aid in 26A

January 21 | 12:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud ERP – Release Highlights for Oracle Fusion Cloud Risk Management in 26A

January 28 | 12:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud ERP – Release Highlights for Oracle Fusion Cloud Financials in 26A

SCM

January 12 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud SCM – Product Update: Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM 26A Release Update

January 13 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud SCM – Product Update: What’s new in the Next Gen Product Lifecycle Management

January 15 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud SCM – Redwood Office Hours: Order Management

January 20 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud SCM – Product Update: What’s new in Process Manufacturing

January 29 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud SCM – Redwood Office Hours: Fiscal Document Capture, Financial Orchestration and Shipping

EPM

January 27 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud EPM – Tax Reporting Monthly Update – New Functionality

Oracle Cloud CX

January 12 | 5:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud CX – Siebel CRM: Unlock Performance and Future‑Proof Siebel CRM with Intelligent Data Archival

January 15 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud CX – Service: Fusion Service Roadmap Highlights for 26A and 26B

January 19 | 5:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud CX – Siebel CRM: Accelerate Siebel CRM Modernization with Siebel Open Integration

January 20 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud CX – Service: RightNow Road to Fusion: See Oracle Fusion Service in action

January 21 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud CX – Service: State of the Product: Help Desk in the Redwood Experience in 2026

January 22 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud CX – Service: Measuring What Matters: Turning AI Insights into Service Outcomes

February 4 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud CX – Subscription Management: 26A Subscription Management Feature Release & Roadmap

February 5 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud CX – CPQ: See What’s New in Oracle CPQ – Update 26A

February 10 | 12:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud CX – Sales: 26A Incentive Compensation Releases and Roadmap

February 11 | 2:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud CX – Sales: 26A Sales Force Automation Release & Roadmap

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

January 12 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure -Day One and Beyond – How Oracle Delivers Real-World Enterprise AI

January 14 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure -Day One and Beyond – Supercharge Oracle AI Database with Model Context Protocol

January 20 | 3:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure -Day One and Beyond: Oracle Cloud Networking QuickStart

January 22 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure -Day One and Beyond – Design a Cyber-Resilient Architecture

January 26 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure -Day One and Beyond: Unlocking Your AI Data Strategy with Oracle AI Database 26ai

January 28 | 12:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure -Data Engineering with Oracle AI Data Platform

February 2 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure -Day One and Beyond: Relational Tables? JSON Documents? Yes! to both in Oracle AI Database

February 4 | 12:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure -Accelerating AI Agent Development with Oracle AI Data Platform

February 4 | 2:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure -Accelerate Innovation: Real-Time Data Ingestion for Data Fabric and Data Lakes with Oracle GoldenGate

February 9 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure -Day One and Beyond – Navigating the OCI AI Service Portfolio


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Cloud Community News & Events - January 2026