Summit 2018: 3 reasons why JD Edwards is your future-proof choice for ERP!
At the JD Edwards Summit in August, Oracle presented significant updates for JD Edwards. Here are the top three reasons why JD Edwards remains a reliable choice for the future:
1. Oracle’s Lifetime Support for JD Edwards E1 9.2 extends through 2030
Oracle has extended Premier Support for JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (version 9.2) until at least 2030. This commitment ensures Oracle will continue investing in the product, providing customers with long-term support. This stable and predictable policy enables organizations to optimize and expand their systems with sufficient time to plan for the future.
- JD Edwards EnterpriseOne 9.2: Premier Support guaranteed until December 2030.
- JD Edwards World A9.4: Premier Support until April 2022 and Extended Support until April 2025.
2. Continuous JD Edwards E1 Releases.
Both JD Edwards EnterpriseOne 9.2 and JD Edwards World A9.4 follow the Continuous Innovation model. This approach means that new features are available as updates without requiring customers to undergo a full upgrade. New functionalities are easy to implement, minimizing update costs.
In the first half of the year, Oracle announced enhancements in user experience, mobile capabilities, and new tools for digital transformation, with more updates to come.
Digital Transformation with JD Edwards
JD Edwards’ latest offerings include Mobile Enterprise Applications for versions 9.1 and 9.2, providing users with instant access to business information on smartphones and tablets. Through these apps, users can view and edit critical data on mobile devices using Oracle’s latest technology. JD Edwards also allows customers to customize apps or create their own mobile applications via the Mobile Framework, tailoring mobile solutions to fit their specific needs.
JD Edwards E1 Releases
In the first and second quarters, Oracle announced enhancements in JD Edwards EnterpriseOne’s user experience, new mobile capabilities, modern ERP improvements, and tools for digital transformation. And the year isn’t over yet.
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Digital Transformation with JD Edwards
JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Mobile Enterprise Applications (releases 9.1 and 9.2) provide access to business data on smartphones and tablets, allowing users to view and edit crucial data anywhere. Alongside ready-made mobile apps, JD Edwards offers the ability to customize or create apps using the Mobile Framework, ensuring solutions fit customer needs precisely.
Oracle JD Edwards E1 Internet of Things (IoT)
Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne provides an integrated platform for the Internet of Things (IoT), powered by the JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Orchestrator. This platform enables businesses to improve efficiency and revenue while keeping costs low and meeting regulatory requirements.
With this solution, you can:
- Connect IoT data with business information, integrating devices, people, and processes in ways that were previously unimaginable.
- Seamlessly integrate IoT data through JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Orchestrator Studio, a user-friendly web application (available from version 9.2.0.2) that allows data from IoT devices to connect directly with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne without manual entry, saving time and reducing errors.
Oracle JD Edwards in the cloud
Oracle offers a comprehensive cloud suite that supports companies in their digital strategies. With Oracle Cloud, businesses can deploy JD Edwards EnterpriseOne in a public cloud or choose a hybrid model where some applications remain on-premises.
JD Edwards Cloud Offering
Depending on your business goals, you can select from various cloud service levels:
- IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) – For basic cloud infrastructure.
- PaaS (Platform as a Service) – For development platforms.
- SaaS (Software as a Service) – For complete business applications.
UX One – Enhanced User Experience for JD Edwards
JD Edwards continuously improves the user experience with UX One, which provides intuitive navigation within analytical tools. Users can click through visual reports to quickly access details on master and transaction data. With UX One, end-users gain a visual, real-time view of data, enabling them to respond swiftly to business developments.
Conclusion
Oracle’s ongoing improvements and updates ensure that companies can stay up-to-date in a fast-changing market. JD Edwards makes innovative technologies accessible, empowering businesses to continue innovating and driving their digital transformation effortlessly.
Authorr: Daniela Jimenez, Redfaire International
