This session was presented at BLUEPRINT 4D 2026.

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping how organizations operate, but for JD Edwards customers, the path to AI does not require abandoning existing investments. Instead, organizations are tasked with defining a clear strategy that aligns business priorities, data readiness, and platform capabilities to unlock measurable value. This executive session explores how JD Edwards organizations can enable AI to improve decision-making, streamline operations, and accelerate innovation, whether they decide to remain on-premise, leverage Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), integrate Cloud ERP, or pursue a hybrid strategy. Attendees will examine how AI-driven capabilities such as predictive analytics, intelligent automation, anomaly detection, and conversational interfaces can modernize workflows, reduce operational friction, and enhance user experience within the JD Edwards ecosystem. Through real-world examples and strategic insights, we will outline the foundational elements required for AI success: clean and accessible data, modern architecture, governance frameworks, and business alignment. Executives will gain a practical roadmap for introducing AI responsibly and efficiently to transform their JD Edwards system. Join us to learn how to enable AI on your terms, leverage modernization investments strategically, and position your JD Edwards environment for long-term innovation in an AI-driven world.


This session is eligible for the following CPE Credit: NASBA

Speaker: Paul Shearer, Denovo