About Ascend Conference 2026

Ascend Conference 2026 is a leading conference for Oracle users where industry experts share insights on Oracle Cloud, analytics, AI, and enterprise applications. NexInfo is presenting at the Ascend Conference 2026, delivering expert-led sessions on Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC), predictive analytics, conversational AI, and Oracle Redwood SCM UX. These sessions aim to assist organizations in harnessing AI-powered analytics, machine learning, and modern UX frameworks to enhance decision-making, forecasting, and operational efficiency.

Predictive Analytics in Oracle Analytics Cloud

Speaker: Prakash Malmarugan

Date & Time: June 8, 2026 | 02:30 PM – 03:30 PM (EDT)

Overview

Predictive analytics in Oracle Analytics Cloud helps organizations predict results, find unusual patterns, and spot trends using built-in machine learning—no advanced data science skills needed.

Key Use Cases

• Financial forecasting and planning
• Demand and supply chain prediction
• Risk detection and anomaly identification
• Customer behavior analysis

Why It Matters

• Improves forecast accuracy
• Enables real-time decision-making
• Reduces reliance on external ML tools

Conversational Analytics in Oracle Analytics Cloud (NLQ)

Speaker: Prakash Malmarugan

Date & Time: June 11, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM (EDT)

Overview

Conversational analytics in Oracle Analytics Cloud allows users to interact with data using natural language queries, making analytics accessible to non-technical users.

Key Use Cases

• Business user self-service analytics
• Quick dashboard insights via questions
• Executive decision-making support

Why It Matters

• Increases analytics adoption across teams
• Reduces dependency on technical teams
• Speeds up insight generation

Oracle Redwood in SCM: Adoption Strategy

Speaker: Vimal Manimozhi, Sr Project Manager, NexInfo Solutions Inc

Date & Time: June 8, 2026 | 2.30 PM – 3.30 PM (EDT)

Overview

Oracle Redwood in SCM: What’s Ready, What’s Not, and Lessons from Early Adopters

Key Use Cases

• SCM workflow modernization
• Improved user adoption and efficiency
• Enhanced UI/UX across Oracle applications

Who Should Attend?

• Oracle ERP, SCM, and HCM users
• IT leaders and decision-makers
• Oracle consultants and partners
• Data and analytics professionals

Why It Matters

• Reduces training effort
• Improves operational efficiency
• Supports digital transformation initiatives

How to Use Oracle Analytics Cloud for Predictive Analytics

• Connect your data sources
• Prepare and model your data
• Apply machine learning models
• Use natural language queries
• Visualize insights
• Share insights across teams

Why NexInfo?

• Adopt AI-driven analytics solutions
• Implement Oracle Redwood UX strategies
• Maximize ROI from Oracle Cloud investments

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the key features of Oracle Analytics Cloud?

Oracle Analytics Cloud includes machine learning, data visualization, natural language processing, predictive analytics, and self-service BI capabilities.

2. How does Oracle Analytics Cloud support machine learning?

OAC offers built-in ML algorithms such as forecasting, clustering, regression, and anomaly detection, which users can apply directly through its interface.

3. What is Natural Language Query (NLQ) in Oracle Analytics?

NLQ allows users to ask questions in plain language and receive instant visual insights, eliminating the need for technical query building.

4. What are the benefits of Oracle Redwood UX in SCM?

Redwood UX improves usability, enhances navigation, reduces training time, and increases productivity across Oracle SCM applications.

5. How can businesses benefit from predictive analytics?

Predictive analytics helps organizations forecast trends, reduce risks, optimize operations, and make proactive business decisions.

6. What is Oracle Analytics Cloud predictive analytics?

Oracle Analytics Cloud provides built-in machine learning capabilities such as forecasting, regression, clustering, and anomaly detection to generate predictive insights without coding.

7. How does conversational analytics work in Oracle OAC?

Conversational analytics uses Natural Language Query (NLQ) to allow users to ask questions in plain English and receive visual, data-driven answers instantly.

9. What is Oracle Redwood UX in SCM?

Oracle Redwood is a modern user experience framework that improves usability, navigation, and efficiency across Oracle SCM applications.