The JDE Connection

• Ep 86 - Giving Thanks

  In this special Thanksgiving episode, Chandra and Paul pause their usual programming to express gratitude to their listeners, colleagues, and partners. The hosts exchange heartfelt thanks for each other's contributions and creativity, acknowledge Oracle's commitment to the JD Edwards product and its roadmap, and appreciate Quest and the production crew—including their editor—for making the podcast possible. Above all, they celebrate the supportive, collaborative JDE community, promising to continue sharing episodes that inspire, educate, and connect everyone in the ecosystem.

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• Ep 85 – FDA for BAs (Part 3): Turning Curiosity into Confidence

  In this episode, Chandra and Paul dive into a detailed discussion on JD Edwards’ Form Design Aid (FDA). They explore how to trace where application values come from—whether tables or calculated logic—using FDA, highlighting a challenging example with the Job Status Inquiry and a more straightforward one with the Contract Billing Line Inquiry. The hosts emphasize practical troubleshooting tips, the usefulness of FDA for business analysts, and the power of reverse engineering in JD Edwards. 04:54 Running Adventures Overseas 07:14 Where are these values coming from? 10:25 Job Status Inquiry Complexity Explained 13:15 A Simpler Case: Contract Billing Inquiry 16:04 Data Fields vs. Business View 19:23 Business View Update and Fetching 23:30 Understanding Application Behavior Easily 28:02 Understanding Form Tools Discrepancies 29:10 Midwesternism of the Day Resources: Form Design Aid: https://docs.oracle.com/en/applications/jd-edwards/development-tools/9.2.x/eotfd/development-tools-form-design-aid-overview.html If you have concerns or feedback on this episode or ideas for future episodes, please contact us at [email protected]

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• Ep 84 – Enterprise Automation and Product Adoption

  In this episode, Chandra and Paul cover the latest JD Edwards (JDE) product updates, focusing on the recent release of tools and applications Update 26. They discuss the significance of aligning release numbers for simplicity, the nature of maintenance packs, and the importance of stability over rushing enhancements. The conversation then turns to enterprise automation, specifically the use of the process modeler to identify bottlenecks and drive adoption. The hosts emphasize the need for deeper analysis beyond surface-level process mapping and encourage collaboration between IT and business units to uncover root causes and find lasting solutions. Both hosts highlight the value of continuous learning, empowering teams to explore new tools, and partnering with business stakeholders for successful implementation. 05:11 Empowering Customers Through New Capabilities 08:44 The Challenge Behind Product Adoption 13:27 From Bottlenecks to Breakthroughs 15:20 Partnering for Adoption 23:48 Identifying Blind Spots 27:32 Midwesternism of the Day Resources: Learn more about Enterprise Automation and how to get started, implement, and use on LearnJDE: https://docs.oracle.com/cd/E84502_01/learnjde/enterprise-automation.html# If you have concerns or feedback on this episode or ideas for future episodes, please contact us at [email protected]

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• Ep 83 – FDA for BA’s Part 2

  In this episode, Chandra and Paul dive into tracing data updates in JD Edwards applications using FDA (Form Design Aid) and related tools. Together, they walk through a practical example involving meter readings, discussing how to identify which tables and columns are being updated by an application. Paul shares a detailed, step-by-step approach to navigating event rules, named event rules (named ER), and underlying business functions, demystifying what can feel like a technical process for non-developers. The conversation highlights how both technical and business backgrounds can leverage these tools for problem-solving and troubleshooting. 05:23 Event Rules and Events Behind the Application 09:23 Function Logic and Data Structures 13:37 Named ER’s 22:00 Using “C” to view a Business Function 30:50 Business-Driven App Development 32:47 Midwesternism of the Day Resources: Form Design Aid: https://docs.oracle.com/en/applications/jd-edwards/development-tools/9.2.x/eotfd/development-tools-form-design-aid-overview.html If you have concerns or feedback on this episode or ideas for future episodes, please contact us at [email protected]

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• Ep 82 – Lessons in Marathons and Leadership

  In this episode, Chandra and Paul share their experiences running the Marine Corps Marathon, reflecting on both the physical and mental challenges they faced. The discussion highlights the importance of resilience, flexibility, and team support – lessons that apply to both marathon running and professional life. Chandra emphasizes how adapting to unexpected obstacles, like illness and disrupted training, can lead to redefining success and finding personal meaning in the journey. Paul connects these insights to leadership and career growth, noting that no achievement is truly solo, and that assembling a supportive team is crucial. 01:13 Paul and Chandra’s First Marathon Recap 08:35 Reflections on the Journey 11:10 Lessons in resilience, courage, and flexibility 11:25 Embracing Imperfect Plans 13:37 Success Requires a Strong Team 18:30 Push Through and Adapt 21:45 Adjusting Expectations for Success 24:32 Authentic Leadership Through Vulnerability 28:33 Midwesternism of the Day Resources: If you have concerns or feedback on this episode or ideas for future episodes, please contact us at [email protected]

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