Presented at BLUEPRINT 4D
Session ID: P-050015

You use it for Orchestrator, UDO, Program, and UBE updates, but do you use it for access control? Change management is key to avoiding untested or unknown configuration changes in your production environment. Join us to learn what options you have to implement change control for security and access controls. Explore solutions from basic change control to automated with workflow approvals for virtually every step including compliance validation, and everything in between.

Speaker: Brian Connor, ERP Suites

Presented at BLUEPRINT 4D
Session ID: P-050014

Printpack, an Atlanta-based manufacturer of flexible and rigid packaging, faced challenges in effectively communicating production data from its contract manufacturers. This study presents the implementation of technology and integration solutions to streamline the contract manufacturing process.

Methodology included the development of an internet portal, file integration systems, and the implementation of barcode labeling. Results show significant improvements in visibility and traceability of the manufacturing process, with an increase in data accuracy and a reduction in processing time. This study demonstrates how targeted technological solutions can overcome communication challenges in contract manufacturing, leading to improved efficiency and accuracy in the packaging industry.

The research addressed three main objectives:
Objective 1: Provide flexible data communication options for vendors
Objective 2: Improve material packaging and labeling for enhanced inventory management
Objective 3: Increase production data accuracy for improved payment validation

This session is eligible the following CPE credits: NASBA

Speaker: Anthony Swint, Printpack, Inc.

Presented at BLUEPRINT 4D
Session ID: P-050032

Maximize the capabilities of Orchestrator to streamline E1 Menu configuration without the need for custom applications or programming skills. Learn how to efficiently use CSV files to generate E1 Menu tasks, relationships, and related versions (UBE or APPL), simplifying the setup of new branches or companies. This guide provides a clear and structured approach to transforming CSV data into functional E1 Menu components, optimizing system integration and scalability processes.

This session is eligible the following CPE credits: NASBA

Speaker: Dimitri Mantovani, Horsa Next

Presented at BLUEPRINT 4D
Session ID: P-050044

Speaker: Kimberly Ulmer, The Anschutz Corporation

Presented at BLUEPRINT 4D
Session ID: P-050058

This session will be a round table discussion of the methods to integrate with JD Edwards Enterprise One software. Methods we concentrate on are: Orchestrations, User Defined Objects, Development via E1 or third party, including AI. Please offer your insights on how you are using the software and what could be made more efficient. We discuss enhancement requests.

Speaker: Andrew Ostdiek, JF Shea Co Inc

Presented at BLUEPRINT 4D
Session ID: P-050034

This presentation highlights the strategic approach and execution of a comprehensive upgrade that simultaneously tackled the PeopleSoft Tools version, the PeopleSoft Update Manager (PUM) version, and the transition to Fluid. The initiative aimed to modernize the system's functionality, improve user experience, and optimize performance while minimizing disruption to daily operations.

The project required meticulous planning, rigorous testing, and robust communication strategies to ensure a smooth transition. Key components of the upgrade process included:

• Extensive Testing: A thorough testing framework was implemented to identify and address potential issues, ensure system stability, and validate the functionality of integrated processes.
• Strategic Planning: The team devised a detailed project plan to manage interdependencies between the Tools, PUM, and Fluid upgrades, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Effective Communication: A comprehensive communication plan engaged the user community, providing regular updates, training resources, and opportunities for feedback to foster understanding and adoption.

Attendees will gain insights into the challenges, best practices, and lessons learned from this complex upgrade process, as well as actionable strategies for managing similar projects. By aligning technology enhancements with user needs and operational priorities, this upgrade set the foundation for a more efficient and user-friendly system.

This session is eligible the following CPE credits: NASBA, SHRM

Speaker: Stephen Valentine, Milton Hershey School

Presented at BLUEPRINT 4D
Session ID: P-050041

This session explores how Oracle DBAs can transition to a multicloud environment by extending core DBA tasks—such as server setup, database creation and configuration, user management, access control, backups, and performance tuning—to cloud platforms. We’ll cover the essential skills DBAs need to succeed in cloud environments, focusing on how these tasks adapt and expand in multicloud settings.

With this foundation, we’ll delve into Oracle-Azure Multicloud, as well as AWS and Google Cloud offerings, examining how these platforms support seamless database operations across providers. Practical use cases for Oracle-Azure multicloud integration will be discussed, highlighting the flexibility and performance advantages of a multicloud strategy. To conclude, attendees will gain a roadmap for building multicloud expertise, learning how to leverage Oracle, Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud for scalable, cross-platform database management.

This session is eligible the following CPE credits: NASBA

Speaker: Anuj Mohan, Big River Steel

Presented at BLUEPRINT 4D
Session ID: P-050017

A case study on how a finance team was built to establish shared ownership of Oracle business functions with their IT partners. This structure allowed the finance team to own key decisions within the ERP system and enabled their IT partners to focus on configuration and product support initiatives. Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma has been on Oracle Fusion since 2020 and through lessons learned, the Finance and IT teams have found a shared ownership that works. Learn how the teams were structured and what best practices have been identified.

This session is eligible the following CPE credits: NASBA

Speaker: Jennifer Fernandez, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Presented at BLUEPRINT 4D
Session ID: P-050063

Join us to hear about how SpearMC has worked with our clients to deploy the Match Exception Collaboration Center within their PeopleSoft Financials and Supply Chain domain. I you are like many organizations: Match Exceptions within the Procure-to-Pay cycle cause tremendous inefficiencies and drive up costs to resolve. To address this growing issue: SpearMC has worked to recommend the deployment of the Match Exception Collaboration Center: a newly designed tool delivered by Oracle in PUM Image 40.We will provide a live demonstration of this product during the presentation: and we will provide real-world lessons learned and tips / tricks on how this new feature may benefit your organization.

This session is eligible the following CPE credits: NASBA

Speaker: Randall Johnson, SpearMC

Presented at BLUEPRINT 4D
Session ID: P-050076

Showcase how we used Event Mapping and Page and Field Configurator to restrict information based on security, add extra edits and enhance the Item Templates without even touching the delivered code!
Not only was this implemented without any code changes to objects, but it is able to be enabled and disabled without a migration. We worked closely with Amerit to meet their needs using Event Mapping tools.

This session is eligible the following CPE credits: NASBA

Speaker: Sai Sarkar, Amerit Fleet Solutions