In the United States and Canada, cloud applications (or Cloud) have been implemented in recent years. In Quebec, businesses are gradually beginning to migrate some or all of their operations to cloud applications. The successful implementation of such a system requires the collaboration of a certified specialist so that all application functions are optimized for the needs of the company in question. Martin Lalonde, an affiliate at PlanAxion, recently obtained its Oracle Cloud GL Certified Implementation Specialist Certification (Ledger). He tells us about his approach and the advantages of obtaining it.

What are the benefits of working with a certified Oracle ERP Cloud resource?

Oracle is a publisher of management systems that is very popular for its performance and efficiency. This publisher launched the Oracle Cloud suite a few years ago. It supports a wide range of business processes.

Oracle Cloud has a few differences from previous systems. Its navigation is more intuitive: its user interface is modern and user-friendly. The biggest difference is in the hosting of the solution. The servers where the data is stored are no longer located internally. They are now in a highly secure Oracle cloud environment.

With this new technology, Oracle has developed a range of training and tests that allow you to acquire new certifications. These are Oracle Cloud certifications.

The advantages of working with a certified Oracle Cloud resource like Martin Lalonde are numerous. The certified person:

• Mastering the Oracle Cloud solution;
• Knows cutting-edge business practices supported by the application;
• Configure the application according to the needs of the business;
• Optimizes operations by aligning business processes with processes included in the Oracle Cloud solution.

With the Oracle Cloud GL Certification, a resource, such as Martin Lalonde, is able to maximize the benefits of implementing a cloud-based financial management system in a company. It is also in a position to identify the cutting-edge practices supported by the application and applicable in the company. Finally, it can explain the differences compared to legacy systems like Microsoft, SAP, EBS, PeopleSoft, JDE etc.

What are the steps to get an Oracle Cloud Certification?

Each certification is different, but the way to get it is similar. Indeed, a person wishing to obtain a certification can subscribe to an apprenticeship license valid for one year. This license allows you to complete more than one certification. The Oracle Financial Cloud license includes six training modules related to the field of corporate financial management. Subscriptions include not only online courses, but also the cost of registering for exams to obtain the required certification.

The training takes place at the pace of each person. Each chapter includes theoretical videos as well as practical exercises in which the achievements are validated. These exercises, at the end of each chapter, are also excellent summaries for the final certification exam. In addition, the courses include videos that explain how to navigate the system and concrete examples to perform specific tasks.

Oracle Cloud certifications are valid for life. Oracle provides information on product updates, changes, and news to keep its certifiers on the lookout for system changes. The objective of this practice is to help each certified person benefit the company they work for from the evolution of the Oracle Cloud system.

What is Oracle Cloud GL Certification?

The Oracle Cloud GL Certification covers everything related to a company's finances. Setting up the Oracle General Ledger allows better management of transactions and financial statements.

In addition to training students on how to use and configure the General Ledger, this certification allows them to analyze the different business needs specific to each company. Subsequently, the certified person is in a position to maximize the use of the functionalities of the Oracle Cloud Ledger during its implementation or operation in the company.

The General Ledger is the common point in several areas of Oracle Cloud applications, whether it is risk management, accounts receivable, accounts payable, supply chain, human resources and payroll, or even Accounting Hub. All possible configurations require a mastery of the General Ledger in the first place.

The other Oracle Financial Cloud certifications are all closely linked and also refer to the General Ledger. Accounting Hub certification, for example, makes it possible to link external systems to the General Ledger (for businesses that do not use all the modules in the Oracle suite).

How can a resource like Martin Lalonde help you?

As you can now see, the benefits of working with a certified Oracle specialist are numerous. The latter helps you migrate your financial system to a cloud system such as Oracle Cloud. In addition, this person has perfect control of this system and allows your company to improve its business processes while reducing its costs.

Has your business not yet made the leap to an integrated cloud management system? The current offer of the various suppliers, especially that of Oracle, is varied and technologically mature. When is the big jump?

By Serge Fortier, CPA, CA, Adm. A, CMC. PlanAxion Associate

Serge Fortier has several years of experience in implementing integrated management systems. He has a great deal of experience with Oracle products.

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