What to Do Before SAP Says “NO”
No one likes to be told “NO.” Especially not from customer support, whose job is to say “YES” when you need help. Unfortunately, many SAP ECC6 and S/4HANA customers may be hearing “NO” a lot more soon. Mainstream Maintenance for SAP ECC6 is ending in 2025 or 2027, depending on which enhancement pack you use. […]
No One Has Time for Complicated VMware Security Updates!
For VMware perpetual licensees without Broadcom support, installing security patches has become more challenging. Last year, Broadcom assured vSphere customers that security patches for all supported versions would be made available to all customers — even those with expired support contracts.[1] However, on April 8, 2025, the company announced that updates for VMware vSphere ESXi […]
The New Retail Playbook: Strategies for Volatility, Tariffs and Transformation
Tariffs may be the headline, but they’re only one part of the broader economic pressures forcing retailers to rethink how they operate, source and sell. Inflation, shifting global trade policies, consumer anxiety and supply chain disruption have created a volatile market environment that is impacting nearly every aspect of retail operations. In this high-pressure climate, […]
4 Takeaways from the Navigating the Oracle EBS Landscape Survey Report
Oracle renewal time is right around the corner. And if you’re looking at your Oracle EBS support renewal fees and wondering, “Am I getting my money’s worth?” you’re not alone. In our global survey of Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) customers across industries and geographies, we learn IT leaders are challenging the rising costs, mounting risks […]
Transforming Procurement with Strategic ERP Support: Lessons from Delek Israel
In the world of Procurement, smart use of company resources, be it people, time or money, is the name of the game. With IT costs continuing to rise, finding the balance to reduce operating expenditures while enabling company growth is a constant challenge. In a recent episode of the Smarts in Procurement podcast, hosted by […]
Rimini Street Makes Security Mitigations Publicly Available For Critical SAP NetWeaver Zero-Day Exploit
On Thursday of last week, Rimini Protect™ security services identified that a critical vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver was actively exploited by threat actors. This exploit enables attackers to compromise systems without requiring authentication and then allows for lateral movement to carry out other malicious activities, such as data exfiltration and ransomware attacks. The CVSS score […]
Act Now or Fall Behind: Telecom’s Response to Economic Pressure
The telecom industry is entering one of the most turbulent periods in recent memory. This moment is defined not by competition or consumer demand, but by economic policy and geopolitical complexity. With new tariff policies in flux, combined with an expected increase in inflation, telecom providers are facing a perfect storm of rising costs, squeezed […]
7 Manufacturing Trends Driving Change in 2025
The manufacturing industry is undergoing a dramatic transformation driven by new technologies, evolving customer expectations and global economic shifts. To be positioned as tomorrow’s leaders and avoid lagging behind, companies within this sector must adapt swiftly. Rimini Street’s Regional CTO, Han Law, shares 7 key manufacturing trends set to help redefine efficiency, product quality and […]
4 Oracle Database Updates You Need to Know
Recent Oracle announcements for its Oracle Database customers include new end of support dates, changes in product release timelines, expanding cloud partnerships and decisions on Exadata integration. Who do these apply to, how does it impact your IT operations and what is the best path forward? As the global leader of third-party support, management and […]