As the landscape of enterprise IT continues to evolve, organizations are seeking ways to optimize critical applications like Oracle JD Edwards (JDE) for better performance, flexibility, and cost efficiency. While many companies are eyeing a full transition to Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions, the journey can be complex and costly. An increasingly popular approach is to move JDE workloads to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) first, as a smart intermediary step toward SaaS.
For IT leaders, the question isn’t whether to move critical applications to the cloud, but how and when to do it. We will explore why moving Oracle JDE to OCI offers a winning combination of flexibility, cost savings, and performance improvements while allowing organizations to maintain operational control and customization in a phased approach.
Why Move JDE to OCI?
Many organizations are facing aging on-premises infrastructure, escalating maintenance costs, and increasing complexity in managing their JD Edwards environments. By moving JDE to OCI, businesses can resolve these challenges while preparing for a potential future transition to SaaS. Over 311 organizations are already running JDE on OCI, and hundreds more are taking advantage of hybrid cloud solutions.
Key Benefits of Moving JDE to OCI:
- Cost Savings and ROI: One of the most compelling reasons to move JDE to OCI is the potential for significant cost savings. Companies that migrate from on-premises to the cloud see up to a 20-40% reduction in Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). This is achieved through reduced hardware costs, streamlined operational processes, and lower IT overhead, with Oracle and its partners taking care of patching updates, and infrastructure scaling.
- Performance and Scalability: OCI is optimized for JD Edwards workloads. Every new feature release for JDE is thoroughly tested on OCI to ensure exceptional performance. The cloud platform allows organizations to scale their infrastructure up or down seamlessly, depending on demand, without the need for manual intervention or costly hardware upgrades.
- Control and Customization: Unlike a full SaaS model, migrating to OCI allows organizations to retain full control over their JDE environment, including customizations that are critical to business operations. This flexibility is particularly important for companies with unique workflows or industry-specific requirements, giving them the ability to gradually adapt their systems without losing the bespoke functionalities they rely on.
- Security and Compliance: Security is a top concern for any organization moving to the cloud, and OCI delivers enterprise-grade security features, including built-in encryption, database vault, and identity management. For organizations with stringent compliance requirements, OCI offers the governance and security features needed to protect sensitive data and ensure regulatory compliance.
A Real-World Success Story: Sigma Electric
A prime example of how this strategy can benefit businesses is Sigma Electric. Faced with increasing costs and an aging on-premises environment, Sigma Electric turned to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure to modernize its JDE environment. By moving their critical workloads to OCI, Sigma Electric saw immediate improvements in system performance, operational reliability, and cost savings. The migration enabled them to scale their operations efficiently while maintaining the flexibility to further customize their JDE environment. Additionally, Sigma benefited from a reduction in IT overhead and infrastructure complexity, positioning the company for future growth and innovation.
Eclipsys: Your Partner in Cloud Transformation
As an Oracle Certified Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP), Eclipsys is uniquely positioned to help organizations transition JDE workloads to OCI. Our pre-built, packaged templated solutions offer rapid provisioning and a proven roadmap for cloud migration. We support clients through every stage of the process, from developing a tailored business case with options analysis to executing the migration and providing ongoing technical and functional support.
Migrating Oracle JD Edwards to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is not just a cost-saving measure; it's a strategic step that allows your organization to retain control, enhance performance, and scale as needed. By partnering with Eclipsys, you gain access to best-in-class support, 24/7 monitoring, and a streamlined migration process designed to deliver long-term value. Start your cloud journey today with OCI and position your business for future success.
