Essential Guides

TechTarget editors have curated a collection of “essential” articles on key IT topics. These articles have been packaged into guides which offer our readers comprehensive, problem solving content to help inform and guide their research.

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Oracle OpenWorld 2019 coverage: Oracle seeks loftier cloud perch

This guide covers technology developments and other news from the Oracle OpenWorld 2019 conference, plus key trends for Oracle cloud, database and application users. Continue Reading
Oracle OpenWorld 2018 news, trends and analysis

At its OpenWorld 2018 conference, Oracle tried to position its cloud platform as well-suited for enterprise uses. This guide compiles coverage of key developments from the event. Continue Reading
OpenWorld 2017 in review: Oracle cloud offerings at center stage

The news out of Oracle OpenWorld 2017 mostly involved updates to Oracle's cloud services. This guide pulls together coverage of the conference from several TechTarget websites. Continue Reading
Oracle cloud architecture push spawns new tools, issues for users

The cloud is now Oracle's top strategic priority, and users have to decide if they're ready to migrate. This guide offers a variety of content on Oracle's cloud strategy and technologies. Continue Reading
NetSuite deal adds to Oracle purchases, broadens cloud apps line

Oracle is acquiring cloud software provider NetSuite in a move designed to further extend its reach in the cloud, as explained in the stories included in our guide to the deal. Continue Reading
Oracle OpenWorld 2015 roundup: Oracle cloud news and more

At Oracle OpenWorld 2015, Oracle continued to demonstrate its focus on the cloud, with execs claiming superiority over rival cloud vendors. Access our full coverage in this guide. Continue Reading
Oracle ERP software implementation tips and trends

In this guide, get expert advice for successful Oracle ERP implementation and insights into the future of enterprise resource planning software. Continue Reading
How to step up performance with Oracle in-memory database options

This guide examines the benefits and drawbacks of Oracle in-memory tools, offering insights from experienced users, analysts and experts. Continue Reading
Implementing successful Oracle E-Business Suite applications upgrades

Learn about key features of Oracle E-Business Suite versions and how to manage successful implementations in this essential guide. Continue Reading
Exploring middleware technologies and Oracle Fusion tools

Learn more about Oracle Fusion middleware, Oracle data integration projects and best practices for middleware adoption in this essential guide. Continue Reading
Guide to Oracle 12c database features and upgrades

This guide offers a user analysis of Oracle Database 12c features, including the Multitenant add-on, and articles that evaluate the ROI of upgrading. Continue Reading
Making the switch to Oracle Fusion Apps

This guide offers helpful insights into Oracle Fusion Applications and what enterprises need to know about upgrading their applications suite. Continue Reading

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How AI data privacy can help your enterprise

Enterprises benefit in many ways from AI data privacy tools that reduce the need for manual efforts from data professionals. Read...

The new normal for enterprise data governance

Mastercard data exec highlights the foundational role of enterprise data governance during the pandemic era with more people ...

Oracle accelerates Exadata database cloud service

More powerful server hardware is coming to the Exadata database service, bringing increased scalability and throughput for ...

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Data literacy skills key to cost savings, revenue growth

As organizations develop data-driven cultures, they need to implement programs to teach employees how to work with and make ...

Yellowfin 9.3 features embedded app development upgrades

New application programming interfaces to help app designers build embedded BI apps are among more than 25 new features in the ...

Looker adds mobile app, developer tools to analytics suite

While Looker revealed no new integrations with Google, a mobile app and additional tools for developers highlight the new ...

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Decide on SAP S/4HANA Cloud: Single-tenant vs. multi-tenant edition

Understanding the benefits and limitations of S/4HANA Cloud versions is essential to making the right choice. Here are some ...

How 2 S/4HANA projects wrapped up remotely due to COVID-19

Here's how two SAP S/4HANA migration projects by De Nora Group and Vistaprint were completed on time after the COVID-19 crisis ...

Wookey returns to SAP to head Intelligent Spend unit

Industry veteran John Wookey is back at SAP to run the newly formed SAP Intelligent Spend and Business Network as SAP Ariba ...

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SQL Server database design best practices and tips for DBAs

Good database design is a must to meet processing needs in SQL Server systems. In a webinar, consultant Koen Verbeeck offered ...

SQL Server in Azure database choices and what they offer users

SQL Server databases can be moved to the Azure cloud in several different ways. Here's what you'll get from each of the options ...

Using a LEFT OUTER JOIN vs. RIGHT OUTER JOIN in SQL

In this book excerpt, you'll learn LEFT OUTER JOIN vs. RIGHT OUTER JOIN techniques and find various examples for creating SQL ...

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3 ways to implement AI in software development

Further advancements to AI make it a more appealing and useful option for enterprise software development. Here are three ways to...

5 helpful tips to reduce webpage load time, improve performance

Nobody wants to wait for a webpage to load. Follow these tips to reduce website load time and improve the user experience for a ...

Is Apache Tomcat the right Java application server for you?

What is the best application server? The answer depends on what an enterprise is looking for. Compare Apache Tomcat to these four...

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Figure out the differences of asset management vs. CMDB

There is no shortage of software options for change management tools. Operational goals can help IT teams decide if ITAM or CMDB ...

IBM partners with HBCUs to promote quantum computing

IBM is partnering with a group of historically Black colleges and universities to set up a quantum computing center in hopes of ...

Learn SELinux commands for management and troubleshooting

SELinux provides a more secure way to run Linux servers. Key commands for status, file management and troubleshooting can help ...

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How automated content tagging improves findability

Companies that use AI to automatically tag their metadata can improve findability of content across the entire organization. AI ...

Hyland Software CEO discusses Alfresco, RPA, blockchain

Hyland moves on incorporating Another Monday RPA, Learning Machine blockchain credentials into its platform. Alfresco integration...

How businesses can best build a WordPress knowledge base

A WordPress knowledge base can be useful for companies that want an easy-to-use and customizable product with many plugins that ...

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Tensions over politics at work have HR on guard

Politics at work may hurt productivity and office harmony. One strategy for defusing a charged atmosphere may be to get employees...

Top 9 tech skills HR professionals need for success

Today's HR departments are increasingly reliant on a range of technologies. That means human resources professionals must get ...

As contingent employee hiring rises, HR gives it focus

The use of contingent employees is increasing, Gartner said, and with it an interest from HR departments for better control over ...