Survey Note: Detailed Analysis of Sales Planning Cloud and ePBCS Updates for July 2024
This note explores the July 2024 updates (24.07) for Oracle’s Sales Planning Cloud and ePBCS, based on documentation as of March 10, 2025, focusing on notifications and infrastructure.
Background and Context
July enhances mobile engagement and completes a key infrastructure shift in Oracle EPM Cloud.
Sales Planning Cloud Updates: Detailed Breakdown
- Mobile Push Notifications:
- Adds push notifications for quota alerts.
- Impact: Improves real-time communication.
- Implementation Consideration: Enable notifications in app settings.
- Business Benefit: Instant alerts, e.g., notifying reps of quota changes.
ePBCS Updates: Detailed Breakdown
- OCI Migration for Classic:
- Migrates all Classic environments to OCI.
- Impact: Enhances reliability and scalability.
- Implementation Consideration: Validate post-migration performance.
- Business Benefit: More robust planning infrastructure.
Comparative Analysis and Business Implications
| Product | Update | Impact | Business Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sales Planning Cloud | Mobile Push Notifications | Real-time communication | Instant alerts |
| ePBCS | OCI Migration for Classic | Enhanced reliability | Robust infrastructure |
Unexpected Detail: Actionable Notifications
Notifications include direct action links, an unadvertised feature.
Conclusion and Recommendations
24.07 boosts engagement and stability. Enable notifications and test OCI migration. Contact WeRun Consulting for assistance.