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Is Your Analytics Strategy Ready for the Future? Transitioning from Oracle Analytics Server (OAS) to Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC) is more than just a migration—it’s an opportunity to unlock advanced capabilities, enhance scalability, and future-proof your analytics strategy. In this TechCast by SMACT Works, our expert breaks down: -OAC v. OAS Business Consideration Summary -OAC v. OAS Feature Comparison Summary -Cost Benefit Analysis -OAC Overview -Migration Process Steps ?? Watch now and take the next step toward modernizing your analytics infrastructure: https://zurl.co/PElMc

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Dublin, Ohio! ?? There’s no better place to celebrate than right here in the heart of Dublin (a suburb of Columbus, Ohio)! From the vibrant community spirit to the lucky opportunities ahead, we’re proud to call this city home to our Center of Excellence. Wishing our clients, partners, and team a day filled with good fortune!

A big thank you to everyone who joined us at Alliance 2025, powered by Higher Education User Group, this week! It was an honor for our team to present twice on Transitioning from OAS On-Premises to OAC and a case study on McMaster University OBIA Lift, Shift, and Modernize on OCI. We’re grateful for the insightful conversations and connections made. Special thanks to the organizers and all the attendees who contributed to such a fantastic event. Peter Koutroubis #Alliance25 #SMACTWorks #HEUG #HigherEd #HigherEducation #ThankYou #Networking

Happy National Napping Day! ???? Today, we're celebrating the power of a good rest—and we’re not alone! Meet our CEO (Chief Emotional Officer), Harry, who knows how to take napping to a whole new level. Whether it's a quick snooze between meetings or a full-on nap marathon, Harry reminds us that taking a break is key to staying refreshed and productive. #SMACTWorks #OraclePartner #NationalNappingDay #OfficeDog #RestAndRecharge

Join Peter Koutroubis at the 2025 Alliance Conference in New Orleans (this Sunday!) on March 9 - 12th powered by Higher Education User Group! Don't miss his presentations, Transitioning from OAS On-Premises-to-Oracle Analytics Cloud Services and McMaster University - OBIA (OBIEE, ODI) Lift, Shift, and Modernize on OCI Case Study. Register for the event: https://zurl.co/4ZK6a

Streamline Your PeopleSoft Deployments with Oracle Cloud Manager! Oracle's Cloud Manager is transforming the deployment and management of PeopleSoft environments on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). This robust application enhances automation, facilitates seamless cloud adoption, and allows organizations to scale efficiently while optimizing resources. Our latest blog outlines the key benefits and considerations for a streamlined deployment process. Key Learning Objectives: -Simplify System Maintenance: Automate updates for new releases and patches, reducing manual effort and lowering the total cost of ownership (TCO). -Leverage Enhanced Features: Utilize capabilities like Exadata Sparse Clone databases for significant storage and cost savings, and benefit from improved environment advisories for proactive issue resolution. -Facilitate Seamless Cloud Migration: Easily transition on-premises PeopleSoft environments to OCI, streamlining operations and enhancing performance. Embracing Oracle Cloud Manager empowers organizations to optimize their PeopleSoft environments, driving efficiency and innovation. Read more: https://zurl.co/95IFQ

Celebrating 12 Years of Excellence! We are thrilled to mark our 12th business anniversary with a significant achievement: winning the 7th Annual Ohio Success Award for the second year in a row! Ohio Business Magazine presents this honor to organizations that have demonstrated growth, community involvement, and industry service across the state. ? This milestone reflects our team's dedication, our clients' trust, and our unwavering commitment to excellence. Here's to many more years of success and service!

In today’s fast-evolving tech landscape, staying ahead means leveraging modern innovations within your existing PeopleSoft environment—without unnecessary complexity or disruption. Join us for this insightful TechCast, where we cover:? -Understand the full solution cycle of deploying PeopleSoft Insights through planning, installation, configuration, testing, and deployment -Understand what resources are required to deploy PeopleSoft Insights -Learn tips and tricks for a successful deployment Don’t miss out on actionable insights to optimize your PeopleSoft investment. Watch now: https://zurl.co/IkpXW

Join Peter Koutroubis at the 2025 Alliance Conference in New Orleans on March 9 - 12th powered by Higher Education User Group! Don't miss his presentation, Transitioning from OAS On-Premises-to-Oracle Analytics Cloud Services. Key Learning Objectives: -Understand the key differences and similarities between the OAS and OAC -Understand the work required to transition an OAS ecosystem to Oracle Analytics Cloud Services -Learn the proven process steps to follow in the successful transition from OAS to OAC Register for the event: https://zurl.co/4ZK6a Learn more from our TechCast series: https://zurl.co/MZpEF

Mayer Brown, a global law firm, celebrates the success of their recent global modernization project of PeopleSoft HCM 9.2! “I couldn’t be more pleased and I think that’s worn out by the fact that we’re continuing our relationship with SMACT both with some additional support, and, also, with some additional projects that we have coming up. We would like to continue this partnership into the future. They have been really collaborative and collegial!” ~Sadonna Swan, Global HRIS Director About the Project: - Assessment and Modernization: Mayer Brown sought to modernize its decade-old PeopleSoft HCM 9.1 system to enhance employee engagement and experience across 14 countries. - Comprehensive Evaluation: SMACT Works conducted a six-week assessment, including 15 discovery sessions, to analyze Mayer Brown's HCM business functions, IT architecture, and infrastructure. - Strategic Roadmap Development: The assessment recommended upgrading to PeopleSoft 9.2, providing a business case with options, project and resource plans, and documentation of current and future processes. - Timeline: Full functional upgrade with 50k+ Customizations and 150+ integrations in 14 months Watch to learn how we help enterprises unlock the full potential of PeopleSoft! Looking for similar success? Contact us: https://zurl.co/Xgf0S