The JDE Connection

In this episode, Chandra and Paul discuss Paul’s recent travels to Australia and New Zealand for an ANZ roadshow, where he engaged with JD Edwards customers and partners about modernization, SAAS, and customer successes. They explore the challenges many JD Edwards customers face worldwide, particularly the struggle to shift from infrequent, large upgrade cycles to a more agile, iterative approach...

In this episode, Chandra welcomes Clayton Seeley as a special guest to cohost to dive deeper into JD Edwards logs and developer tools. The conversation highlights key features introduced with release 9.2.9, such as enabling users to turn on their own debug logs, and the integration of the Performance Workbench tool into Server Manager, allowing for advanced log file analysis directly within the in...

In this episode, hosts Chandra and Paul welcome Ken Piddington and Dee Muir to discuss the Quest Emerging Leaders Program (ELP), a development initiative designed to cultivate leadership skills within the Quest Oracle community. Ken, who created and leads the program, emphasizes the importance of intentional leadership development and describes how the program’s combination of core leadership comp...

In this episode, Chandra and Paul dive into the topic of logging and troubleshooting in JD Edwards EnterpriseOne. They discuss the critical role various logs play in diagnosing system issues, explaining the types of logs commonly used, why support always asks for them, and the challenges of capturing them correctly. They share practical advice for enabling debug logs, highlight common mistakes, an...

In this episode, hosts Chandra and Paul discuss the concept of "web runtime" in the JD Edwards ecosystem, breaking down its role as the engine behind the web client and explaining how it manages application execution, personalization, extensibility, and various user interactions. Paul provides technical insights into how web runtime differs from middleware or abstraction layers and highlights the...

In this episode, hosts Chandra and Paul welcome back Shruti, Srihari, and Rohini to share their experiences attending the BLUEPRINT4D conference in Dallas. The guests discuss the warmth and support they received from the JDE community, the energizing effect of meeting customers and partners in person, and highlight key takeaways such as the community’s openness, the importance of SIG meetings, and...

In this episode, Chandra and Paul recap their experiences and highlights from the recent BLUEPRINT4D conference. They discuss the vibrant energy of the JDE community, including team recaps, customer and partner interactions, and the value of sharing learnings across global teams. Keynotes featuring innovative AI applications and modernization themes are highlighted, along with memorable moments su...

In this live episode recorded at BLUEPRINT4D in Dallas, Chandra and Paul explore how JD Edwards customers can modernize their systems by leveraging tools like object usage tracking. They discuss practical steps in analyzing object usage by filtering detailed data, using pivot tables in Excel, to identify commonly used applications and customizations to guide modernization efforts and improve user...

In this episode, hosts Chandra and Paul introduce members of the JD Edwards India development team who will be attending the BLUEPRINT4D conference in Texas for the first time. The guests - Rohini Viswanathan, Senior Principal Applications Engineer Manufacturing, Srihari Oruganti, Director, Product Development for Web Runtime, and Shruti Ghatage, Senior Product Manager for SCM and Sustainability s...

In this episode, Chandra and Paul welcome guests CJ Jeong and David (Dave) Bilthuis, both long-time JD Edwards and Oracle professionals, to discuss their experiences with professional transitions and adapting to ongoing change in the technology landscape. They share their excitement about attending Blueprint 4D, connecting with customers, and learning how their products are utilized, as well as th...

In this episode, Chandra and Paul discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in the workplace, referencing a recent HR executive article about employees' sentiments toward AI. They explore the impact of technology on productivity, work-life balance, and burnout, questioning whether AI truly gives people time back or simply raises expectations for output. The conversation highlights c...

In this episode, hosts Chandra & Paul provide a comprehensive preview of the upcoming BLUEPRINT 4D conference in Dallas, TX from May 4 through May 7th. They provide detail on the packed agenda: keynotes focused on AI’s impact on enterprise applications, numerous JD Edwards product and platform sessions, SIG meetings, and community networking events. 01:29 Additional thank yous 06:05 Conference...

JDE Connection’s 100th episode is a milestone celebration featuring hosts Chandra and Paul reflecting on their journey of creating a podcast that delivers practical insights, fosters authentic connection, and serves the JD Edwards community. With special guests Jon Vaughn, CEO of Quest Oracle Community, author and former 4-time CIO and tech CEO, Chris Laping, the team discusses the podcast’s origi...

Hosts Chandra and Paul continue their conversation with Haiyan Wang to dive deeper into the practical use of Logic Extensions within JD Edwards and connect the dots between LEX, Form Extensions, and Workflow. The discussion builds on the previous episode, moving from introductory concepts to more sophisticated examples—like using form and logic extensions to tailor application behaviors and trigge...

In this episode, hosts Chandra and Paul are joined by Haiyan Wang, the architect and inventor of Logic Extensions, to discuss the power and practical applications of no-code/low-code tools within JD Edwards. Haiyan gives an overview and live demonstration of how Logic Extensions can be used to streamline processes, support decustomization, and improve efficiency—using examples like automating defa...

In this episode, Chandra and Paul dive into the rapidly evolving landscape of AI and its practical applications for business analysts and JD Edwards users. They walk through the latest advancements in large language models like ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, and Llama, discuss how integrated tools such as Copilot and Zoom's AI assistant are transforming workplace productivity, and highlight the importan...

In this episode of JDE Connection, Chandra hosts solo as Paul is out sick, providing listeners with updates on a wide range of upcoming Quest events designed for the JD Edwards community. Chandra highlights the value of joining Special Interest Group (SIG) calls to connect with peers, share issues, and learn outside of conferences. She gives a detailed rundown of the JD Edwards Game Changers event...

In this episode, hosts Chandra and Paul take their ongoing conversation with guest Nathan Diamond to discuss innovative uses of AI in the business analyst space, specifically within JD Edwards environments. Nathan Diamond shares how his IIBA certification and knowledge from the BABOK (Business Analysis Body of Knowledge) have empowered him to develop AI agents—using tools like Copilot and ChatGPT—...

In this episode, hosts Chandra and Paul continue their discussion with Nathan Diamon from Ajinomoto Foods North America. This week’s discussion is focused on the value of IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysis) certifications and the BABOK (Business Analysis Body of Knowledge). The conversation highlights the benefits of developing business analyst skills, the importance of practical e...

In this episode, Chandra and Paul chat with guest, Nathan Diamon from Ajinomoto Foods North America, about the role of business analysts in the JD Edwards (JDE) environment. Nathan shares his unique journey from IT infrastructure into business analysis, highlighting how technical skills and curiosity helped him navigate business processes and relationships. The conversation explores the value of I...

In this episode, Chandra and Paul catch listeners up on the latest JD Edwards community news and product updates. They discuss recent product announcements, highlight two major upcoming events, mention useful resources like the Quest Oracle Community newsletter and LinkedIn updates, tease an upcoming episode focused on JD Edwards purchase order approval delegation, and wrap up with the Midwesterni...

In this episode, Chandra and Paul kick off the new year with a discussion about JD Edwards' mobile app strategy. They address a frequently asked question: why doesn't JD Edwards offer more mobile apps? Paul explains that JD Edwards shifted from providing a suite of mobile apps to an "enablement strategy," allowing customers to build their own fit-for-purpose mobile solutions using tools like Orche...

In this episode, Chandra and Paul reflect on the highlights of 2025, recapping their favorite moments, learning experiences, and notable topics covered throughout the year. They discuss everything from technical deep dives into JDE features and functionality to broader themes such as leadership, the challenges of adoption, and managing change within organizations. The hosts also emphasize the impo...

In this episode, Chandra and Paul are joined by Yanncik Melendez, Senior Manager for Oracle Support, to discuss the recent modernization of the Oracle support portal. The conversation centers on the new look and feel of the portal, search functionalities, and changes in bug tracking and certification access. Yannick Melendez explains how searching for bugs now requires an SR (service request) and...

In this episode of the JDE Connection podcast, Chandra and Paul reconnect after Paul's brief absence, discussing the challenges and benefits of hosting solo and duo episodes. Paul shares highlights from his recent travels to Europe for Oracle's Applications Unlimited (AU) Sales Days, offering insights into how JD Edwards customers across various European cities engage with regional user groups, pr...