The PSFT Connection

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The PSFT Connection podcast series, hosted by Brooke Repine and Stephen Valentine, is a valuable resource for the PeopleSoft community. Our mission is to educate and inspire by highlighting the power of community through Quest and showcasing the modern capabilities of the PeopleSoft platform. In addition to conducting engaging interviews with Business Analysts, developers, and other experienced professionals, we’ll also focus on helping BSAs and functional users extract greater value from PeopleSoft by leveraging tools and features that don’t require technical development. Join us as we explore the intricacies of PeopleSoft, share practical insights, and empower users to make the most of this powerful platform.

  1. Jun 2

    Ep 11 - How the PeopleSoft Community Survey Shapes the Future of PeopleSof-

    In this episode of the PeopleSoft Connection, co-hosts Stephen Valentine and Brooke Repine are joined by Laura Papero, Vice President of Programming & Strategy at Quest Oracle Community, for an in-depth discussion on the PeopleSoft Community survey. Laura shares how Quest uses the results to shape events, webinars, and other programming for PeopleSoft users. Key survey findings from 2025 PeopleSoft Community Survey results included PeopleTools upgrades, PUM updates, analytics, dashboards, Fluid UI, workflow optimization, and growing interest in AI and cloud strategies. The survey also showed that many organizations plan to continue investing in and modernizing their PeopleSoft environments rather than replacing them. The conversation also highlights Quest’s community-driven approach, where customer feedback directly influences conference sessions, webinars, and collaboration with Oracle product teams. Listeners learn that Quest offers access to many webinars and resources through a free Quest account, while memberships provide additional networking, learning materials, and event benefits. 01:43 Community Survey releases each fall 02:28 How survey results are used 07:58 Results are also shared with Oracle 11:48 Diving into 2025 survey results 15:39 Create a free Quest account 17:04 Member benefits 19:58 Extend & modernize existing solutions 22:55 Watch for & respond to the 2026 survey

    28 min

  2. Apr 7

    Ep 10 - From paper piles to digital power with Jeff Dudas, Sarasota Memorial Health Care

    This episode is packed full of insight from Jeff Dudas, ERP expert at Sarasota Memorial Healthcare System. He shares insights into the organization’s journey to transfer paper-based documents and processes to electronic ones using PeopleSoft. The discussion covers the implementation of an electronic project request form to replace a manual, paper-based process, a successful go-live with PeopleSoft grants that eliminated reliance on a third-party Access database, and the organization’s upgrade strategy for PeopleTools 8.62. Additionally, Jeff details a novel AI-powered automation project for non-PO invoice processing, highlighting improved efficiency, user adoption, and change management lessons. Listeners can look forward to upcoming presentations on grants and AI at Blueprint4D, reflecting Sarasota’s commitment to leveraging PeopleSoft innovation for business success. 01:05 Jeff Dudas PeopleSoft Journey 02:02 Project Request Form 11:00 Grants Go Live 17:03 PT 8.62 Upgrade 22:57 AI empowered invoicing for non-PO invoices 29:26 BP4D 2026 sessions

    32 min

  3. Feb 27

    Ep 9 - PeopleTools 8.62 with Rajesh Thiru

    In this episode of PSFT Connection, co-hosts Brooke Repine and Stephen Valentine are joined by Rajesh Thiru, ERP Manager at Powers Health, to discuss their experience as early adopters of PeopleTools 8.62. Rajesh Thiru shares insights about Powers Health’s annual PeopleSoft upgrade strategy, their approach to implementing new functionality like the landing page and Fluid Work Centers, and the importance of user collaboration throughout the process. Listeners will also hear about what’s in store for their upcoming Blueprint 4D conference presentation. 01:15 Rajesh Thiru’s Current Role at Powers Health 02:25 Yearly Upgrade Strategy 04:30 PeopleTools 8.62 and the Landing Page Benefits 06:42 Involving End Users in the Process 15:44 Customization Insights 18:45 Updating PTF Scripts for this Upgrade 22:55 Additional Benefits of PeopleTools 8.62 30:25 BP4D 2026 Early Registration Discount

    32 min

  4. Jan 29

    Ep 8 - PeopleTools 8.62 & new Landing Page with Sasank Vemana

    In this episode of the PeopleSoft Connection podcast, co-hosts Stephen Valentine and Brooke Repine sit down with Sasank Vemana from Oracle to dive into the latest PeopleTools 8.62 release and its standout features. The conversation centers on the new Landing Page functionality, designed to streamline the user experience and enhance productivity, as well as Customization Insights, which helps organizations better manage and evaluate their customizations. Listeners are encouraged to explore the new capabilities, join the Quest community, and share feedback to help shape future product development. 00:40 Introducing Sasank and his role at Oracle 01:50 New Landing Page – what is it? 05:01 Key features released in PeopleTools 8.62 06:11 Look and feel of new Landing Page 12:18 How to Get Started 14:16 Delivered Landing Page Examples 15:49 Landing Page Modeler Tool 16:53 Resources 21:31 Quest PeopleTools Technology User Group 24:16 Customization Insights

    32 min

  5. Jan 6

    Ep 7 - 2025 Year in Review

    As 2025 comes to a close, The PeopleSoft Connection looks back on a year defined by practical learning and strong community momentum. The podcast evolved into a forum where customers, product experts, and peers could share how they are using PeopleSoft functionality to solve real business problems. Join Co-Hosts, Brooke Repine of Samaritan’s Purse and Stephen Valentine of Milton Hershey School, as they recap the first season that explored how organizations are modernizing their PeopleSoft environments—without over-customizing or over-complicating. Beyond the technology itself, the conversations emphasized something equally important: community. Listeners heard how starting small can lead to meaningful wins, how peer-led SIGs and working sessions helped us move our projects along, and how channels like Idea Space and focus groups give customers a real voice in the product’s future. In this year-end reflection episode, Stephen and Brooke revisit key moments from the season, share what they learned along the way, and look ahead to 2026—highlighting upcoming enhancements, Blueprint 4D, and the continued evolution of PeopleSoft. Fluid WorkCenters & User Experience (1:23) Key takeaways from the Fluid WorkCenters discussion, adoption lessons, and what’s next with the Work Management Framework. PeopleSoft Insights: From Data to Decisions (2:15) Why starting small matters, Workforce Insights as an entry point, and how teams shifted from reporting to analytics. PeopleSoft Test Framework (PTF) (3:51) What’s changed since early PTF days, why automation is more achievable now, and the value of community-led working sessions. Configuration over Customization (5:10) Page and Field Configurator, change tracking, notifications, and why small configuration changes can drive outsized value. Mobile Asset Inventory & Idea Space (5:36) Real-world use of mobile asset scanning and how customers can influence the PeopleSoft roadmap through Idea Space and focus groups. Blueprint 4D, Innovator Awards & 2026 Outlook (7:10) Community challenges, upcoming enhancements, and a call to stay engaged in the year ahead.

    10 min

  6. 11/25/2025

    Ep 6 - Interview with Tina Thames

    This episode brings together the voices of organizations serving communities around the world and the PeopleSoft tools that help them operate with purpose and precision. Stephen Valentine (Milton Hershey School) and Brooke Repine (Samaritan’s Purse) sit down with Tina Thames, Director of PeopleSoft Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM) Product Strategy, to explore one of the most anticipated enhancements of the year: QR-code-based mobile asset tracking and physical inventory.  Opening: Gratitude Month and Mission Work  Stephen and Brooke open with a reflection on gratitude—highlighting the mission-driven work of their organizations, the operational backbone PeopleSoft provides, and the dedicated people behind the scenes who make it all work.  Tina’s PeopleSoft Journey (2:22)  QR Codes & Mobile Inventory: A Game-Changer (3:29)  Decentralizing Asset Ownership (6:12)  Implementation Guidance (10:39)  Idea Space and Customer-Driven Innovation (14:37)  SIG Groups & Focus Groups (18:07)  Looking Ahead: QR Codes Beyond ALM (25:43)  Closing Thoughts (28:00)

    35 min

  7. 10/28/2025

    Ep 5 - Page and Field Configuration Change Tracking with Joe Willever

    In this episode of the PeopleSoft Connection, co-hosts Stephen Valentine and Brooke Repine are joined by Joe Williver, Oracle PeopleSoft Product Manager, for an in-depth discussion on the Page and Field Configurator (PFC) functionality. Joe shares the origins and evolution of PFC, designed to help customers eliminate customizations and streamline business processes by allowing business analysts to easily make display and field requirement changes without heavy IT involvement. The episode explores impactful use cases, including change tracking and notification features, as well as best practices for collaboration between functional and technical teams. Listeners gain practical advice on getting started with PFC, guidance on common pitfalls, and insights into available resources and future enhancements.  00:00 Oracle PeopleSoft Product Manager Journey  04:32 "Component-Based Configuration Explained"  06:55 "Targeted Change Tracking Tools"  10:58 Notification Composer Overview  14:36 Change Tracking and Insights Dashboard  20:04 "Streamlining Configuration with Advanced Options"  22:28 "Change Tracking Tutorial Guide"  24:31 "Sequence Configuration Best Practices"  29:07 "PeopleSoft's Impact and Community Appreciation"

    30 min

  8. 09/30/2025

    Ep 4 - PeopleTools Test Framework with King County and Hennepin County

    In this episode of the PeopleSoft Connection podcast, co-hosts Brooke and Stephen sit down with Jessica Maistrovich from Hennepin County and Jennifer Gilbert from King County—two passionate experts of the PeopleTools Test Framework (PTF). They share their personal journeys improving PTF in their organizations and discuss the supportive, collaborative community that’s been created around using this tool. Listeners will hear tips for getting started, advice on standardization, recent enhancements, and learn about the valuable resources of weekly working sessions and the Special Interest Group (SIG) through Quest. Whether you’re new to PTF or looking to optimize your automated testing, this episode is full of practical insights and encouragement to modernize your PeopleSoft testing strategy.  01:22 PTF is already included with your PeopleSoft investment  04:58 Learning to trust the testing process  11:14 Which script should I create first?  12:52 Weekly working group available  15:16 Monthly Special Interest Group (SIG) available  20:24 Recommendations for standardization   23:10 Noteworthy PTF updates  25:35 Utilize this tool for functionality that is tested repeatedly  27:20 The understated benefits of PTF

    32 min
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The PSFT Connection podcast series, hosted by Brooke Repine and Stephen Valentine, is a valuable resource for the PeopleSoft community. Our mission is to educate and inspire by highlighting the power of community through Quest and showcasing the modern capabilities of the PeopleSoft platform. In addition to conducting engaging interviews with Business Analysts, developers, and other experienced professionals, we’ll also focus on helping BSAs and functional users extract greater value from PeopleSoft by leveraging tools and features that don’t require technical development. Join us as we explore the intricacies of PeopleSoft, share practical insights, and empower users to make the most of this powerful platform.

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  • Creator
    Quest Oracle Community
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
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    © Copyright 2026 Quest Oracle Community
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