Please join us for the PLUG meeting scheduled on Thursday, October 24th in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. We have an excellent day of education planned for you starting at 10:30am.

The keynote presentation will be given by GSI. Lunch follows sponsored by Circular Edge. In the afternoon are breakout sessions from: Ephlux, iLearnERP, Redfaire International, and SmarterCommerce.

We will end the meeting with some GIVEAWAYS ! Don't miss this opportunity for free education and for networking time with other members of the PLUG group!

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10:00am - 10:30am - REGISTRATION

10:30am – 11:30am – Unlock Your JDE Future: Exploring Opportunities and Pathways for Success presented by Bud Shaw from GSI

Join us for an insightful session where you'll explore your future with JDE. We'll dive into the various options available to you as JDE users, helping you unlock the full potential of the platform. By attending, you'll gain valuable insights and practical guidance that will empower you to make informed decisions for your JDE journey. Let's explore these opportunities together!

11:30am – 1:00pm – LUNCH sponsored by Circular Edge

1:00pm – WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS

1:15pm – 2:15pm – BREAKOUT SESSIONS

OPTION A
Build Your JDE roadmap to the Cloud by Sherri Conrardy from Redfaire International

Let’s walk through the framework you can use to build your JDE to OCI business case. After this session you will have the tools, you need to present your JDE to OCI proposition to your team.

What are the common questions and concerns? Each company has its reasons for moving JDE onto OCI, and each company starts from a different place. During this session, I’ll demonstrate how to develop a plan that balances available resources, immediate business goals, and longer-term strategy. At the end of this, you will have a blueprint for a clear, actionable roadmap to the Cloud.

OPTION B
Thinking Outside the Box: Creative Ways JD Edwards Mfg. and Distr. Implement Ecommerce Strategies presented by Jerry van Dalen from SmarterCommerce

Research shows that the majority (75%) of Manufacturers and Distributors are venturing into the space of digital commerce within two years. However: different business models and industries may present unique challenges to implementing a digital commerce strategy. What is the right approach to digital commerce for your organization? This is an opportunity to think outside the box: beyond the four walls of the warehouse.

2:15pm – 3:00pm – NETWORKING / BREAK

3:00pm – 4:00pm – BREAKOUT SESSIONS

OPTION A
JDE Training, A customer panel discussion presented by Doug McCarthy from iLearnERP

Looking for ways to increase your team’s JDE knowledge? Want to know how other companies are accomplishing it? Join us for a customer discussion on training End Users, BA’s, SME’s and Orchestrator gurus.

OPTION B
How the world's largest flight catering operation - that serves more than 100 airlines - launched 7 warehouse mobility apps within a week using Swift? presented by Wajih Nasim from Ephlux

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), the premier provider serving over 100 airlines, demonstrated unparalleled agility by deploying seven warehouse mobility apps within a week. This strategic move not only enhances efficiency but also underscores their commitment to innovation and excellence in the industry. Learn how EKFC leveraged Swift’s no code app automation platform and Orchestrator/AIS to launch their warehouse management mobile apps achieving:

Mobility: Mobility in EKFC’s apps for receiving orders, approving quotes, signing off on purchases, and keeping track of inventory process replacing the conventional way of logging into JDE terminals Agility: A remarkable reduction in time-to-market for app launches
Device Agnostic Flexibility: Fully compatible across iPhone, Android, Honeywell, Zebra, tablet, and web
Visibility: Real-time visibility enables informed decision-making and proactive management of resources
Efficiency: A significant increase in overall operational efficiency

4:00pm or when both sessions are complete - GIVEAWAYS

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