INFOCUS 2024: Exclusive Q&A with Quest CEO

As the anticipation for INFOCUS 2024 builds, we are thrilled to present an exclusive Q&A with Jon Vaughn, CEO of Quest. INFOCUS (October 1st – 3rd) has long been a cornerstone event for Oracle JD Edwards users, providing unparalleled opportunities for education, networking, and innovation. In this insightful conversation, Jon shares the vision behind this year’s event, highlights some of the most anticipated sessions and speakers, and reveals how Quest plans to continually enhance the value and experience of INFOCUS for all attendees. Join us as we delve into what makes INFOCUS 2024 a must-attend event for the Oracle JD Edwards community.

INFOCUS 2024 is all about bringing the JD Edwards customer community together to learn and share.  In particular, the depth and breadth of sessions provide an incredible base of insights and knowledge for anyone looking to modernize, extend or optimize their JDE investments.

JD Edwards users of all levels can benefit from attending INFOCUS! From Executive Management to Functional Team Members, we have programs for everyone on your team. Finance professionals and Business Analysts can even earn continuing education credits!

Attendees will gain ample insights into the latest updates in JD Edwards Release 24 and information on what’s to come in Release 25. Sessions will also cover hot topics like new Orchestrator innovations, no code/low code, JD Edwards on OCI, Automation, UX One, Personalization/Extensibility, using AI to improve efficiency, and more!

Attendees can also expect to engage and connect with the JD Edwards Community! With expanded networking opportunities for 2024, like luncheons, coffee and connects, roundtables, the attendee party, and more, there are plenty of ways to connect.

With over 200 sessions, everyone on your team can expand their JD Edwards knowledge at INFOCUS! This year, we are excited for Paul Houtkooper of Oracle and Jon Green of Oracle to present the Welcome and Roadmap session. Their insider updates on Release 24, what’s coming in Release 25, new JD Edwards features and functionality and recommendations for other key sessions make this a must-attend session!

Attendees can expect to see the latest and greatest on everything JD Edwards! This year, we are excited to introduce sessions on how to gain efficiency in JDE using Artificial Intelligence. There are also expanded session offerings this year around Enterprise Automation, JD Edwards Applications, using JDE in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and more! The Oracle JD Edwards team will also be presenting their roadmap session and will offer special insights into what’s coming in Release 25.

There are plenty of ways attendees can make the most out of their INFOCUS experience!

• Download the INFOCUS mobile app (more information coming soon!) and build your agenda
• Take advantage of as many networking opportunities as you can! (Kick-off networking is back by popular demand!)
• When workshop registration becomes available, save your spot before they fill up!
• Take time to talk to the presenters of your favorite sessions
• Visit the Exhibitor Showcase and talk to as many partners as you can! Don’t forget to play Questopoly for a chance to win great prizes.
• Attend the closing session, Ask Us Anything with the Oracle team! Ask your JD Edwards questions and get answers directly from the experts. And, you’ll have the chance to win prizes!
• Get involved with the Quest Oracle Community!

There are a few registration options. Be sure to register by August 19^th to take advantage of Early Bird rates!

1. Full Conference Pass – Get the immersive full conference in-person experience that includes access to 200+ education sessions, roundtables, workshops, networking activities and the Exhibitor Showcase, starting at just $1495 for Quest members who purchase before Early Bird.
2. Group Rates – bring the team and save! If you have four or more team members attending, be sure to check out the Full Conference Group rate starting at $1345 for Quest members who purchase before Early Bird.

The Quest team strives to make each INFOCUS bigger and better than the year before, and we have seen great success making this happen. The foundation of our events are the quality educational offerings, and every year we listen to our community to make sure our program covers the latest, most pressing needs of JD Edwards users.

We know networking is a vital part of a successful event, so each year INFOCUS works to expand and improve our networking offerings. Attendees can expect to see new session formats and ways to connect with the JD Edwards community and the Oracle JD Edwards strategy team.

In-person interactions at INFOCUS enable more dynamic and immediate communication, fostering stronger relationships and quicker decision-making. This face-to-face engagement can accelerate business growth and innovation for our attendees. Plus, the relationships and connections made at INFOCUS are invaluable and the insights from Oracle, presenters and partners can’t be found anywhere else!

Written by Jon Vaughn, Chief Executive Officer at Quest Oracle Community