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Organizations across industries are grappling with an unprecedented challenge: transforming vast amounts of scattered data into actionable business intelligence. The pressure to become truly data-driven has never been more intense, yet many companies find themselves stuck with slow, siloed reporting systems that fail to deliver the insights needed for competitive advantage. A structured reporting and...

In today’s world, data is stored across various systems and databases. The process of transferring data from one system to another is known as a data pipeline. These pipelines play a crucial role in enabling the flow of information between an organization’s operational and analytical systems. When it comes to scenarios that require features like...

In the age of digital transformation, Human Resources is evolving from an administrative function into a strategic powerhouse. At the core of this evolution is Oracle Human Capital Management (HCM) Cloud, now infused with advanced AI and machine learning capabilities. Generative AI has been available for some time in various forms through Oracle HCM, but...

Pluggable Database Relocation allows you to move a Pluggable Database (PDB) from one Container Database (CDB) to another with minimal downtime, without upgrading the PDB. This method is efficient and minimizes disruption, making it ideal for planned maintenance and load balancing, and High Availability. In this post, we will guide you through the process to...

Upgrading your MuleSoft environment provides various benefits, including access to new functionality and enhancements to performance and security. It is considered best practice to keep up with the minor version upgrades, and it is usually a smooth transition. However, in some releases the impact is greater – such as upgrading to MuleSoft 4.9 with Java...

Artificial intelligence has moved beyond experimental phases into mainstream business operations, fundamentally reshaping how IT teams approach development, problem-solving, and strategic planning. Oracle’s latest innovations in agentic AI, predictive analytics, and generative AI demonstrate the technology’s expanding capabilities—from automating data queries to assisting with development tasks. Yet amid discussions about AI’s transformative potential, a critical...

What is Project-driven supply chain? The project-driven supply chain is a capability in Oracle Supply Chain Management (SCM) that was first introduced in 2020 to create a project-aware supply chain. Businesses can use project information to tag supply chain transactions and on-hand inventory with relevant information – known as project striping – and segregate transactions...

As a Director in the Data and Analytics practice at Apps Associates, I’m always looking for opportunities to learn about the newest technologies and strategies available for our customers. As an eight-time Microsoft Data Platform MVP, I was fortunate enough to lead a full-day workshop and a few breakout sessions at Datacon in Seattle, WA...

Supply chains are the lifeblood business, yet they remain vulnerable to a host of disruptions—from tariffs and geopolitical events to natural disasters and strikes. To stay ahead, organizations require tools that not only mitigate disruptions but also offer the foresight to plan for them. For financial planning, Oracle’s EPM Product offers a robust solution for...

Finance teams are often tasked with making quick decisions, managing tight deadlines, and responding to a steady stream of data requests. Whether it’s preparing for a close, supporting an audit, or addressing vendor and customer inquiries, the demand for timely, accurate information is constant. Yet accessing the right data often requires navigating complex source systems,...