Three Things Every CFO Should Know About Their Oracle Application
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Three Things Every CFO Should Know About Their Oracle Application

The rapid pace of digital transformation and the implications of decisions around upgrades and cloud migration in line with cost and operation efficiencies mean that the role of the CFO in the implementation and management of core IT solutions is vital in large organisations. This is particularly true when looking at the Oracle platform. Oracle…

The Importance Of An Oracle Health Check
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The Importance Of An Oracle Health Check

With the business landscape moving so fast it is important to consistently review performance of systems to ensure they are working efficiently and delivering expected outcomes. Technology is evolving rapidly with cloud-based technology fundamentally changing the way in which companies operate. Oracle is constantly innovating and updating its product sets to reflect the evolution of…

APPS15 Sponsor
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VIP Apps Consulting Sponsors the UKOUG APPS15 Mobile App

VIP Apps Consulting is delighted to sponsor once again the signature Mobile App for UKOUG APPS15 (Applications Conference & Exhibition 2015) taking place on 7th, 8th and 9th December 2015 at the International Convention Center (ICC) in Birmingham. UKOUG’s combined APPS15 and TECH15 conferences are the largest event in the UK for the Oracle Applications professionals with one…

Automating Business Debt Collection Using the Cloud
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Automating Business Debt Collection Using the Cloud

Cashflow and debt management are vital components for any business: bad debts can have a catastrophic impact on the financial viability of any company.  Debt collection is an important part of any business, and the right tools can make collection activities more efficient and help companies get paid faster. A good example of this is…

NHS IT System
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Lack of Expertise Causes NHS IT System Failures

When reviewing the latest trends from the blog of my colleague Roy Lilley (through his blog NHSManagers.Net), I am amazed that the same issues have been recurring since my early days as a consultant with the UK Health sector in the 1990’s. A few of the highlights in previous weeks include: “The NHS is effectively broke.”…

The Value of Innovation in Business Process Management
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The Value of Innovation in Business Process Management

In the modern business environment, technology – and the way it is used by an organisation on the levels of both delivery and infrastructure – can mean the difference between success and failure. The continuing and rapid advances in technology, such as widespread access to high speed broadband, the popularity of cloud based technologies, and…

Measuring Success from BPM Implementation
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Measuring Success from BPM Implementation

The implementation of Business Process Management (BPM) systems requires significant investment in terms of time, human resources, and ultimately capital. Each project needs to deliver a measurable Return On Investment (ROI) on the benefits of implementing the system, both in the short term (within one year) and in the long term (up to 5 years)….

Wearable Tech, Enterprise Applications and You
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Wearable Tech, Enterprise Applications and You

Inspired by my recent purchase of a Moto360 smartwatch, and the recent article by the Oracle UX team on the use of wearable tech in the office (with associated Storify piece on wearables and enterprise applications), I got to thinking about the potential for wearables in streamlining process and facilitating positive user and client experiences…