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Oracle Forms Migration: Where to start?

Navigating the daunting landscape of enterprise application modernization can feel like standing at the foot of Everest. Your Oracle Forms have been the backbone of your operations for decades, but now you face a challenge: modernization. Necessary, but it can feel overwhelming.

Where do you start? How do you ensure that the modernization effort won’t disrupt your core business processes?

Talan Roadmap for Forms

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1- Discovery

Free first step
Submit your Forms files to our analysis tool below
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2- Assessment

An in-depth look into your system
An Executive Overview
A Technical Roadmap
A cost assessment
A presentation of our findings and discussion

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3- Consultation

Meetings with you to prepare a project plan with scope of work and timeline
Together, we'll determine methods for your budget

Modernizing projects, with our software.

4- Modernization Project

Delivery options from staff augment to Turnkey solution
Agile methodology
Continuous focus on cost savings
Knowledge sharing and coaching included

Maintenance of project evolution. Team following up

5- Evolution Maintenance

From basic services to round-the-clock support
Free up your in-house resources
Experts on call
Cloud Support

Discovery: How Complex are your Oracle Forms?

Begin your journey with a free complexity analysis of your Oracle Forms

Start Your Discovery Scan Today

How extensive is your Oracle Forms system? How many Forms and Reports? How complex are they?

Our free InForms analysis is a high-level first-pass scan and categorization of your Forms and Reports.

Just fill out this form, and upload a zip file of your source code converted to XML. (Please convert all FMBs, RDFs, MMBs, OLBs, PLD, files into XML format)

We’ll run it through our InForms analysis tool and set up a follow-up conversation to discuss our findings.

The report includes:

FMB and RDF categorization by complexity level
Number of components per object (total Canvas, Blocks, Items, Program Units, Triggers)
Number of non-applicable components (dead code, navigation items, etc)

Why not make it the starting point for your modernization journey?

Do you need assistance uploading your files or converting them to XML? Click here to learn more.

Need an NDA before sharing your files? No problem—our team has one ready to go. Click here to download our NDA, or feel free to send us your company’s version instead.

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Assessment

Learn more about the next phase of our process with TransForm

Discover TransForm Assessment

TransForm offers a detailed assessment, ensuring your transition is strategic, cost-effective, and tailored to your unique application landscape.

Begin your Oracle Forms Modernization journey with our comprehensive assessment phase, TransForm. Just as explorers chart their course before embarking on an expedition, we’ll analyze your Oracle Forms system to understand its complexity and categorize components, ensuring a clear path for your modernization. This crucial starting point provides insights into your system’s health and guides your decision-making. To get started, jump over to our TransForm page and learn more about this step in the modernization journey. Trust us to guide you through this journey and prepare your business for a digital future.

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The Journey Ahead

You’re not just modernizing applications – you’re preparing your business for the future. We’ll be with you every step of the way, guiding you, supporting you, and helping you. Don’t be intimidated by Oracle Forms Modernization. Reach out today, and we’ll help you drive your digital transformation.

Our Oracle Forms Modernization Success Stories

Our team of seasoned experts has guided numerous businesses through their Oracle Forms modernization journeys. With our deep knowledge of Oracle technology, a keen eye for business process optimization, and a client-centric approach, we ensure that your journey is not just successful, but also a significant leap towards enterprise excellence.

Aerospace Agency Transforms with APEX

Insum delivered four successful migration phases, converting applications for security management, project tracking, and internal training. APEX’s Universal Theme and AOP reporting ensured usability and consistency.

The Result

250+ Forms migrated to APEX
On-time, on-budget delivery
Internal teams trained and equipped for future development

“Insum gave us a strong start with APEX, providing the tools, training, and support our developers needed.”
— IT Manager, Federal Agency

Energy Leader Embraces APEX Modernization

A global energy technology provider needed to migrate 323 material management Forms screens to Oracle APEX within 12 months due to an upgrade by their software editor. Many of the screens included complex extensions.

The Challenge

Maintain existing functionality
Improve performance and navigation
Ensure a smooth transition
Stay on time and on budget

The Results

Despite unforeseen scheduling challenges, the Insum-Talan team delivered successfully, meeting the timeline and budget. Key achievements included:

Reducing unnecessary applications and features
Harmonizing the user experience
Adding advanced search and visualization tools
Providing expert coaching and advice

A formalized global process, including quality control and change management, was key to the project’s success.

Law Practice Upgrades Legacy Systems

A leading U.S. government-debt collection law firm managing over $10 billion in delinquent accounts needed to update its tax collection systems running on outdated Oracle Forms, Database, and APEX versions.

The Challenge

Outdated systems using a mix of role-based and application-level security required modernization to improve efficiency, UX, and security.

The Priorities

Enhance service quality through innovation
Improve user experience
Achieve strong information security

The Results

After updating the database and applications, Insum migrated 117 Oracle Forms to Oracle APEX, leveraging existing database logic and adding native APEX enhancements without impacting delivery. Outcomes included:

Streamlined applications and reduced unnecessary features
Powerful search and visualization tools
Consistent user experience
Expert guidance and coaching

The migration leveraged Oracle Real Application Security (RAS)—the latest in Oracle’s application security technology.

Logistics Provider Moves ERP to the Cloud

A logistics company specializing in trailer leasing and rental needed to modernize its on-premise Oracle Forms ERP to support new business processes and improve data visibility.

The Challenge

Review and update on-premise Oracle Forms ERP
Quickly incorporate new business workflows
Enhance reporting and data visualization

The Priorities

Modernize while extending existing Forms investments
Reduce on-site infrastructure
Improve reporting flexibility and data insights
Streamline billing and reduce errors

The Results

Insum migrated the Oracle Forms applications to the Cloud and developed secure, high-performance dashboards using Oracle APEX, including Interactive Reports. The solution integrated real-time telematics data with ERP systems, delivering better visibility and efficiency.

Management Consultancy Secures and Modernizes Apps

A sales and marketing services consultancy specializing in employee recognition and loyalty programs needed to replace Oracle Forms due to outdated web technology, lack of responsive design, and security concerns.

The Challenge

Replace legacy Forms to improve security and UX
Enable secure access from anywhere
Improve customer experience
Provide developer training and a technology roadmap

The Results

Insum migrated all Oracle Forms to Oracle APEX and:

Set up a secure, scalable APEX infrastructure
Designed a Time Entry and Approval app as a proof of concept
Created a unified design standard with shared themes and components
Developed remaining applications using this template
Delivered ongoing knowledge transfer, best practices, and coaching

The project resulted in a secure, user-friendly system and empowered the client’s developers for future growth.

Regulatory Agency Enhances with APEX

A state government agency regulating the pari-mutuel horse and greyhound racing industry needed functionality beyond its legacy Oracle Forms applications to better fulfill its regulatory role.

The Challenge

Outdated Forms limiting critical functionality
Manual processes slowing operations
Complex navigation and security concerns

The Priorities

Automate manual workflows
Simplify and declutter navigation
Enhance application security

The Results

New APEX applications replicated existing Forms features and introduced many enhancements:

Streamlined “one-stop” navigation for all animal records
Reduced excessive navigation in case tracking with powerful, customizable reports
Automated manual processes and strengthened security in rulings
Improved licensing application with clearer interfaces and relational links

“Insum customized our ruling system precisely to our needs, listened carefully, and delivered changes quickly and thoroughly.”
— Director of Licensing, Regulatory Agency

Oracle Forms Modernization is a journey

Our Experts

Oracle Forms Migration: Where to start?

Talan Roadmap for Forms

1- Discovery

2- Assessment

3- Consultation

4- Modernization Project

5- Evolution Maintenance

Discovery: How Complex are your Oracle Forms?

Assessment

The Journey Ahead

Our Oracle Forms Modernization Success Stories

Aerospace Agency Transforms with APEX

Energy Leader Embraces APEX Modernization

Law Practice Upgrades Legacy Systems

Logistics Provider Moves ERP to the Cloud

Management Consultancy Secures and Modernizes Apps

Regulatory Agency Enhances with APEX

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