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Introduction
Oracle Redwood, unveiled during Oracle OpenWorld in September 2019, represents a paradigm shift in user interface design. This innovative approach combines aesthetics, functionality, and efficiency to create a cohesive and intuitive experience across Oracle’s extensive product portfolio. In this blog, we’ll explore what Oracle Redwood is, delve into the key changes it brings, and guide customers in preparing for this exciting transformation.
What Is Oracle Redwood?
Oracle Redwood is more than just a fresh coat of paint—it’s a holistic design philosophy that reimagines how users interact with Oracle enterprise applications. Here’s what you need to know:
Unified Vision: Redwood aims to unify the user experience across Oracle’s vast suite of technologies and applications. Whether you’re using Oracle Cloud, E-Business Suite, or any other Oracle product, Redwood ensures consistency and familiarity.
Consumer-Grade Intuitiveness: Inspired by consumer applications (think smartphone apps), Redwood prioritizes simplicity and ease of use. Just as you effortlessly navigate your favorite mobile apps, Redwood brings the same intuitive interface to enterprise solutions.
Key Changes and Features
- Fresh Themes and Streamlined Interface
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- Themes: Redwood introduces three themes—Oracle, Custom Light, and Custom Dark. Users can choose their preferred theme, enhancing personalization.
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- Compact Headers: Say goodbye to cluttered headers. Redwood streamlines the interface, making navigation more efficient.
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- Simplified Cards and Clusters: Redwood optimizes card-based layouts, ensuring critical information is easily accessible.
- Platform Enhancements
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- Dynamic Tabs: Redwood introduces dynamic tabs, allowing users to manage multiple tasks seamlessly.
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- Forms 2.0: The new Forms version enhances data entry and interaction.
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- Dashboard 2.0: Redwood’s dashboards provide a richer, more interactive experience.
- Phased Approach
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- Automatic Transition: Oracle plans to automatically transition existing Oracle Cloud environments to Redwood.
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- Manual Switch: Customers using non-Redwood themes can manually switch to Redwood before the automatic update.
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- Forms and Dashboards: Forms 1.0 and Dashboards 1.0 remain unchanged during the transition. Users can choose to adopt Forms 2.0 and Dashboards 2.0.
Preparing for the Redwood Journey
The following are some recommendations to ensure your organization is prepared for and can take advantage of the Redwood change:
- Technical Integration and Compatibility: Conduct thorough compatibility testing, involve IT experts, and collaborate closely with Oracle support to address technical hurdles.
- User Adaptation: Develop a comprehensive change management plan. Communicate the benefits of Redwood, provide training sessions, and offer user-friendly documentation.
- Process Redefinition: Engage business process owners, map out existing workflows, and identify areas for optimization. Collaborate with Oracle consultants to align processes with Redwood.
- Customization and Personalization: Evaluate existing customizations. Prioritize critical customizations and work with Oracle experts to ensure a smooth transition.
- Accessibility Compliance: Consider users with disabilities. Conduct accessibility audits, address any gaps, and make necessary adjustments to meet compliance requirements.
- Data Visualization and Analytics Adoption: Redwood introduces new tools for data visualization, machine learning, and generative AI. Provide training on advanced analytics capabilities. Showcase success stories and demonstrate how Redwood enhances decision-making.
- Mobile Optimization: Test Redwood thoroughly across various devices. Optimize responsive design elements for seamless mobile experiences
Helpful Links
- https://redwood.oracle.com/ - Details on how to design and develop with Redwood.
- Start Here - Learning opportunities to get started with Oracle’s Redwood experiences — Cloud Customer Connect - This announcement provides an overview of how to migrate to Redwood as well as links to resources.
- Redwood Personalization Helper Tool (oracle.com) – This tool helps migrate personalizations from Responsive UI to Redwood UI while providing a report detailing the personalization’s that are not able to be migrated.
Conclusion
Oracle Redwood is more than a visual makeover; it’s a commitment to user-centric design. By adopting Redwood, businesses can reduce training costs, enhance operational efficiency, and empower users to navigate Oracle’s ecosystem seamlessly. Buckle up for the Redwood journey—it’s a transformation worth embracing!
