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The SAOUG Conference 2024 is where Oracle customers and partners will see the latest innovations in cloud technology, discover methods for getting the most business value from AI today, and explore ways to increase productivity and efficiency through automation. Attendees will learn from experts and peers who build and use Oracle applications, cloud infrastructure, databases, developer tools, and AI services that help solve complex business challenges in every industry.
From keynotes to interactive track sessions, to the Gala Dinner and party, be at the Conference where it all happens
For this year’s agenda, we have included international keynote speakers and local experts who will use the breakaway sessions to do a deep dive into SaaS, ERP, EPM, HCM, NetSuite, JD Edwards, Continuous Testing, Change Management Consulting, for example, with a strong focus on driving innovation and modernisation in the business landscape. Our primary focus is on attracting customers to experience the energy and excitement of this in-person event. We encourage all attendees to make new connections, exchange ideas, and share best practices.
The SAOUG Conference 2024 will be held from 27 – 29 October at Misty Hills, Muldersdrift, Johannesburg
Delegates may arrive from 14h00 on Sunday, 27 October. Accommodation is not included in the delegate fee; however, provision has been made for guests to book and pay Misty Hills directly using RATE CODE: SAOUG.
The two full-day Conference will take place on the 28 and 29 October, with the Gala Dinner and party being hosted on 28 October.
We encourage all delegates to book accommodation (optional) on 28 October. The Conference will end at 17h00 on 29 October.
Register for the SAOUG Conference 2024 before Friday, 18 October 2024.
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Cloud Engineering Leader, Oracle Corporation
CEO, World Wide Worx
Arthur Goldstuck is an award-winning writer, analyst and technology commentator, founder of technology market research organisation World Wide Worx, and editor-in-chief of Gadget.co.za. He has received lifetime achievement recognition in multiple sectors, including the Distinguished Service in ICT Award in 2013, Southern African Speakers Hall of Fame in 2021, and Southern African Educators Hall of Fame in 2023. He is author of 20 books, including his current best-seller, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to AI.
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Country Leader & Snr Legal Director, Oracle South Africa
Sandhya Ramdhany is Oracle Corporation’s Country Leader and Legal Director for South Africa. Sandhya is the lead lawyer for Oracle’s business operations in South Africa and the SADC regions and was recently appointed as the Country Leader. Sandhya is an attorney of the High Court of South Africa with over twenty years experience. She is a graduate of the University of Kwa Zulu Natal, with a postgraduate Management Advancement Program Certificate obtained from the Wits Business School.
Sandhya began her career at Oracle in 2013 after spending six years at Accenture. Prior to leading the South African and SADC Legal Department, Sandhya was Senior Legal Counsel for Oracle’s business in East and West Africa. Having worked extensively across the African continent, Sandhya advises the Corporation on matters relating to data privacy, GDPR, POPIA, intellectual property and the legal intricacies of cloud computing. She has led negotiations on complex, high-value transactions for Oracle. Sandhya is a Director and Company Secretary on the Oracle South Africa Board and Director on the Oracle Senegal Board.
Oracle Ace Director
Debra Lilley is Vice President of customer success at Inoapps and an Oracle ACE Director. She is a board member of Oracle Developer and Technology User Group (ODTUG) and a past president of the UK Oracle User Group. Debra led the Global User Group working with Oracle during the development of Oracle Fusion Applications. She has worked with Oracle Applications and Technology since 1996. Debra is also a chartered director.
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