Oracle has once again reinforced its strong commitment to the PeopleSoft community by extending Premier Support through at least 2036. This extension provides vital reassurance to organizations that rely on PeopleSoft for their enterprise operations, highlighting Oracle’s enduring vision and dedication to continuous enhancement. With this commitment, businesses can confidently utilize PeopleSoft, assured that sustained support and ongoing innovations will continue to drive their success well into the future.

A Legacy of Sustained Support and Innovation
Oracle has a well-established tradition of extending support for PeopleSoft, ensuring its customers receive uninterrupted assistance, security updates, and feature enhancements. The latest extension follows the pattern of previous years, where Oracle has consistently pushed the Premier Support timeline forward, maintaining a rolling 10-year window of guaranteed support.
In 2023, Oracle extended support through 2034, and in 2024, it was extended through 2035. This predictable strategy allows businesses to make informed long-term IT investments without the fear of sudden end-of-support deadlines. Organizations that rely on PeopleSoft for critical business operations, such as HR, finance, and supply chain management, can continue optimizing their workflows without disruption.
What Does the 2036 Extension Mean for PeopleSoft Customers?
This extension is a game-changer for organizations using PeopleSoft. It brings multiple benefits, including:
1. Business Continuity and Stability
One of the key advantages of this extension is the assurance of business continuity. Companies that have built their enterprise processes around PeopleSoft can continue operating smoothly, without worrying about transitioning to a different system prematurely. This stability enables organizations to focus on growth and innovation rather than system overhauls.
2. Continued Innovation and Feature Enhancements
Oracle has been continuously rolling out significant enhancements to PeopleSoft, further solidifying its position as a modern enterprise solution. With the extended support through 2036, customers can expect:
- Regular PeopleTools Updates: Oracle consistently releases updates to PeopleTools, improving system performance, security, and usability. These updates keep PeopleSoft competitive in an evolving technological landscape.
- Enhanced User Experience: Modern UI/UX improvements have made PeopleSoft more intuitive and user-friendly, facilitating smoother adoption and increased productivity for users.
- New Functional Features: Oracle continues to expand PeopleSoft’s capabilities, adding new modules and functionalities to address the changing needs of businesses.
3. Exciting Upcoming Enhancements in PeopleSoft
In the next eighteen months, Oracle’s PeopleTools and Application teams are working on several exciting advancements, including:
- Styling enhancements for individual homepages, sections, and tiles using CSS styling with PeopleTools 8.62, expanding customization possibilities on the PeopleSoft homepage.
- A new “PeopleSoft Landing Page” experience that delivers a modern, role-based interface, helping users navigate their work efficiently from the moment they log in.
- Smart Prompts & Drop-Downs in PeopleTools 8.62, which track frequently used values to enhance user data entry productivity.
- More insights for key areas such as customizations, workforce turnover and movement, match exceptions, and inventory par replenishment are needed.
- Expansion of Fluid WorkCenters to improve productivity and efficiency.
- New and enhanced Fluid WorkCenters in Lease Management, Maintenance Management, Human Resources, Absence Management, and Recruiting.
- Adoption of Work Management within WorkCenters, enabling better task organization, assignments, history tracking, and notifications for pending work.
- Interactive and Embedded Insights in WorkCenters to help administrators visualize data and streamline everyday tasks.
- New HCM features, including Badging Achievements, Citizenship and Work Permits Self-Service, Mass Earnings/Deduction Assignments, and Mass Absence Generation, to improve workforce efficiency.
- New FSCM features, such as Direct Journal Improvements, Expense Amortization from Scanned/Imported Invoices, and Asset Tracking using scanned asset codes with device cameras.
4. Cost-Effective, Future-Proof Investment
Organizations that have invested in PeopleSoft can rest assured that their investment remains future proof. The extended support timeline means businesses do not have to rush into costly migrations or replacements, allowing them to maximize their PeopleSoft deployment while benefiting from continued improvements.
5. Strong Security and Compliance
With cyber threats evolving rapidly, Oracle remains committed to keeping PeopleSoft secure. The extended support ensures that businesses will continue to receive critical security patches, compliance updates, and regular maintenance, safeguarding their data and operations against emerging risks.
Recent Advancements in PeopleSoft: A Glimpse into the Future
In addition to extending support, Oracle has demonstrated its commitment to PeopleSoft by introducing several key enhancements. Some of the recent improvements include:
- Intelligent Automation Features – AI-driven functionalities and process automation enhancements have streamlined operations, reduced manual effort and improved efficiency.
- PeopleSoft Cloud Manager – A tool that simplifies cloud adoption for PeopleSoft customers, enabling them to seamlessly manage environments in Oracle Cloud.
- Enhanced Fluid User Interface – Modern, mobile-responsive interfaces have significantly improved accessibility and ease of use across different devices.
- Advanced Analytics & Reporting – New analytics capabilities empower businesses with real-time insights, facilitating better decision-making.
To gain deeper insights into why Oracle continues to invest in PeopleSoft and the key reasons behind its long-term roadmap, read our detailed analysis here.
Looking Ahead: The Future of PeopleSoft Beyond 2036
Oracle’s extension of Premier Support through 2036 signals that PeopleSoft is here to stay. While the enterprise technology landscape continues to evolve, Oracle remains committed to enhancing PeopleSoft, ensuring that it remains a best-in-class ERP solution for years to come.
With this assurance, organizations can confidently move forward with PeopleSoft, leveraging its powerful features, continuous innovation, and strong support ecosystem to drive operational excellence.
Conclusion
Oracle’s decision to extend Premier Support for PeopleSoft through 2036 underscores its dedication to customer success. This extension not only ensures the longevity of PeopleSoft but also provides organizations with a clear roadmap for stability, innovation, and long-term value. Oracle’s ongoing investments in PeopleSoft’s capabilities reaffirm its position as a future-proof enterprise solution, making it a compelling choice for organizations across industries.
Author: Manisha Devi Ramachandran, PeopleSoft Associate Consultant.