The DOAG 2019 conference in Nuremberg brought together Oracle users, developers, and industry leaders to explore the latest trends and technologies shaping enterprise IT. From Oracle Database advancements to DevOps strategies, the event underscored the rapidly evolving digital landscape and the solutions helping organizations stay ahead. Here’s a deep dive into the most impactful takeaways from DOAG 2019.
1. Oracle Database Took Center Stage.
Oracle Database dominated conversations at the event, reinforcing its critical role in enterprise IT. Sessions explored a variety of topics, including database upgrades, Autonomous Database capabilities, and innovative new features. With data at the heart of digital transformation, Oracle Database continues to empower businesses by fostering scalability, efficiency, and analytics-driven decision-making.
2. APEX Continues to Grow.
Oracle APEX emerged as a standout topic, showcasing its growing popularity for building low-code, scalable applications. Organizations are leveraging APEX to create standalone apps and extend existing systems like SAP and EBS. The repeated mentions of APEX in keynotes highlight its strategic importance, reflecting how it drives innovative application development and aligns with broader digital transformation initiatives.
3. Middleware and Cloud Integration on the Rise
Oracle Fusion Middleware and Cloud-based services like Oracle Integration Cloud were widely discussed, reflecting a strong emphasis on integration technologies. Many organizations are moving their middleware workloads to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure or adopting Oracle Integration Cloud for seamless connections between ground-to-cloud and cloud-to-cloud systems. This shift not only optimizes processes but also supports modern hybrid IT environments.
4. Cloud-First Approach.
Cloud was a prominent theme across the event, with discussions spanning Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions. Oracle’s focus on enabling multi-vendor cloud strategies resonated with attendees. This approach acknowledges the need for open systems and flexibility, empowering organizations to tailor their cloud ecosystems to meet their unique requirements. Flexagon’s enterprise-grade solutions, designed to work across various cloud vendors and environments, stood out as an enabler of these strategies.
5. The Growing Adoption of DevOps.
DevOps took center stage with dedicated sessions explaining its value and applications across IT. While the discipline is gaining traction, the event revealed its relatively early stages in enterprise adoption. Discussions spanned infrastructure automation, database-centric DevOps, middleware, and application development. Flexagon’s solutions demonstrated the power of end-to-end DevOps automation through tools like FlexDeploy, greatly simplifying processes related to development, delivery, and deployment.
6. Flexagon’s Leadership at DOAG.
Flexagon’s presentation, “DevOps for You!”, was a highlight of the conference. The session provided attendees with a comprehensive understanding of DevOps principles and practical use cases powered by FlexDeploy. By showcasing how DevOps addresses challenges across database, middleware, applications, and cloud infrastructure, Flexagon reinforced its position as a trusted partner in achieving IT efficiency and innovation.
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The Path Forward – Integration, Agility, and Innovation
DOAG 2019 highlighted how businesses are navigating digital transformation through strategic adoption of technologies like cloud, DevOps, and APEX. The conference underscored the importance of robust integration platforms and the shift toward hybrid IT environments that leverage both legacy systems and modern cloud solutions.
Flexagon’s solutions are expertly aligned with these needs, offering unified DevOps platforms like FlexDeploy to automate, streamline, and secure deployment processes across diverse technologies. Whether it’s simplifying Oracle Integration deployments or enabling CI/CD pipelines, Flexagon is helping businesses stay ahead in the competitive IT landscape.
For those who missed the event, Flexagon’s webinar, “DevOps for the Enterprise,” recaps key insights and demonstrates how organizations can achieve success through automation and integration. The growing interest in DevOps, coupled with advancements in Oracle’s ecosystem, signals an exciting future for enterprise IT.
Take the next step in your digital transformation by exploring how Flexagon can empower your business with flexible, cutting-edge DevOps and integration solutions.
