5 things we learnt at Oracle5: Live

Following the success of last year's launch event, of which Claremont are proudly one of the 5 founding Partners, Oracle5: Live returned for 2023, attracting business users of Oracle ERP and cloud solutions.

The highly anticipated conference focusing on finance, HR, and IT recently concluded successfully. The event brought together industry experts and technology enthusiasts for an interactive experience with insightful sessions and great networking opportunities. This blog will recap five key takeaways from Oracle5: Live 2023.

Empowering Digital Transformation

Oracle5 Live emphasised the importance of digital transformation in today's rapidly evolving business landscape. Attendees learned how Oracle's variety of solutions enables organisations to embrace digital initiatives and drive innovation. Discussions revolved around leveraging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain to gain a competitive edge and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

We had the opportunity to provide a keynote session discussing our partnership with Home Group. Our Head of Service Management, Rory Smith and Home Group's IS ERP Applications Manager, Irina Hendrickx, discussed how to support, enhance, and cost-effectively secure Oracle E-Business Suite. Learn more about our partnership with Home Group. 

Future-Proofing Finance

The finance track at Oracle5 Live delved into the future of finance and highlighted the role of technology in driving financial transformation. Sessions covered intelligent automation, predictive analytics, and finance integration with emerging technologies. Participants gained valuable insights into how finance leaders can leverage Oracle's solutions to optimise their financial processes, enhancing decision-making and ensuring compliance.

Elevating HR Practices

The HR sessions at Oracle5 Live focused on leveraging technology to enhance human resources management. Topics such as talent acquisition, employee engagement, and workforce analytics were explored in depth. Attendees discovered how Oracle's HR solutions enable organisations to attract, retain, and develop top talent while creating a positive employee experience through intuitive self-service portals and advanced analytics capabilities. At Claremont (now DSP), our EBS services support you with customisations to improve engagement and analytics.

Harnessing the Power of IT

The IT keynotes at Oracle5 Live showcased the latest IT infrastructure, cloud computing, and cybersecurity advancements. One session that stood out was the 'Oracle E-Business Suite: Update, Strategy, and Roadmap', which gave valuable insights from Oracle speakers Nadia Bendjedou (Vice President - Product Strategy, Oracle E-Business Suite) and Terry Walton (Solutions Engineer, Oracle E-Business Suite) into the continuous innovation that Oracle EBS offers its customers.

Participants also gained insights into leveraging Oracle's technologies to modernise their IT landscapes, which included migrating to the cloud and ensuring robust security measures. Sessions also explored DevOps, data management, and intelligent automation, providing IT professionals with valuable strategies for optimising their technology stack.

Networking and Collaboration

Oracle5 Live provided ample networking opportunities for attendees to connect with peers, industry experts, and Oracle representatives. The event fostered collaborations, enabling professionals to share experiences, challenges, and success stories. Networking sessions and interactive workshops facilitated knowledge exchange, creating a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to driving business excellence.

Oracle5: Live 2023 was an informative and inspiring event for all. Attendees left with a deeper understanding of the industry landscape, emerging technologies, and strategies for driving business growth. The event showcased Oracle's commitment to empowering organisations with innovative solutions that enable digital transformation and elevate business performance. As businesses continue to evolve in a dynamic market, events like Oracle5: Live play a crucial role in shaping the future of the finance, HR, and IT sectors.