Authors: Simon Clarke, IaaS/DBA Practice Lead | JJ Millen, DBA Consultant, Namos Solutions
Introduction
In this four-part blog, we will be discussing the imminent expiry of Premier Support for Oracle E-Business Suite Release 12.1.3. With the ever-changing IT landscape the options are diverse and can be confusing. Here, in collaboration with experienced Oracle experts from Namos we will break down the available choices, highlight some common pitfalls and share our wealth of experience to help you identify the best upgrade path for your business.
Why is action required?
The 31st December 2021 deadline for E-Business Suite Release 12.1.3 Premier Support is fast-approaching so there is an urgent need for businesses to upgrade to Release 12.2, migrate to Oracle Cloud ERP/HCM or remain on 12.1.3 but pay a premium for Oracle ACS support. This means you will no longer receive any new bug fixes, updates (legislative or otherwise), or security patches for E-Business Suite.
With the COVID-19 pandemic having affected and delayed many business decisions, time is running out to start your 12.1.3 upgrade to R12.2 or migration to Cloud ERP/HCM.
What are the options available?
- Move to Oracle Cloud
You can move straight to Cloud ERP, HCM or EPM and adopt Oracle’s latest technology, future-ready SaaS solutions. - Upgrade to E-Business Suite Release 12.2
You can upgrade your on-premise Oracle E-Business Suite to Release 12.2, a continuous innovation release delivering ongoing improvements without requiring future major upgrades. - Migrate to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
Alternatively, if you want to modernise your data centre as part of the upgrade, you can move your applications to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and benefit from increased efficiency at a lower cost. - Oracle ACS Support
If your transition or upgrade project will take longer than January 2022, Oracle Advanced Customer Services (ACS) can help fill the support gap with your legacy Oracle E-Business Suite Release 12.1.3.
If your data centre is starting to show its age and won’t be able to accommodate an upgrade project to Release 12.2, maybe the option to migrate to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is the answer. In this part we’ll talk about the benefits of moving EBS to OCI and what you can expect.
Four Part Blog Series: Take Your E-Business Suite to the Next Level
There will be four parts to this blog series, in which we will discuss the available options:
- #1 – So you’re on EBS 12.1, where to next?
- #2 – Upgrading E-Business Suite on-premise
If you’re not ready to make the move to Cloud ERP/HCM, join us in this part where we will discuss the options and special considerations for an on-premise upgrade to Release 12.2. - #3 – Upgrade and migrate E-Business Suite from on-premise to OCI
If your data centre is starting to show its age and won’t be able to accommodate an upgrade project to Release 12.2, maybe the option to migrate to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is the answer. In this part we’ll talk about the benefits of moving EBS to OCI and what you can expect. - #4 – Migration to Oracle Cloud ERP/HCM
Dispense with administration and migrate to Oracle Cloud ERP/HCM. Liberate your employees from administration, patching and hardware upgrades. Access Enterprise grade technology provided directly to you by Oracle. All the benefits of the Enterprise system, without the overhead.
Tune in for #2 where we give you our recommendations and considerations for upgrading your E-Business Suite environment on-premise.
About Namos Solutions
Namos Solutions is an award-winning Oracle OPN Modernised Partner specialising in the implementation and support of ERP, EPM, and HCM business solutions, both in the Cloud and on-premise.
With global experience together with an impeccable track record, our business is built on our passion for delivering successful business transformation. Passion underpins everything we do at Namos – passionate about delivering beyond expectations, earning trust and building long-lasting relationships with our clients.
Although based in central London, we work wherever our clients need us to be. Many leading organisations located all over the world trust and rely on our expertise to deliver industry-leading business solutions. Namos customers can currently be found in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific, North America and Africa. For more information, please visit www.namossolutions.com or email info@namossolutions.com.
