Oracle remains one of the toughest vendors to manage, but 2026 is shaping up to be an especially challenging year.

From the skyrocketing cost and complexity of Java, to new “passive audit” tactics using support ticket data, to Fusion Cloud lock-in and the growing difficulty of exiting ULAs, procurement teams are facing risks (and hidden costs) from every angle.
 
Join Livingstone’s Ben Dove, our resident Oracle expert, for a fast, practical overview of the biggest licensing trends to watch this year and the actions you can take to stay ahead of sales pressure as Oracle’s May year-end approaches.

We’ll break down where organisations are sleepwalking into financial exposure, where savings are still possible, and how to take back control before it’s too late.
 
You’ll learn:

• Why Java has become a multi-million-pound trap and the smartest routes to minimise or eliminate reliance.
• How Oracle is shifting its compliance posture, and what their new “support ticket audit” approach means for you.
• The real risks behind Fusion Cloud adoption and how to avoid long-term lock-in.
• How to navigate ULA exits without accidental re-certification or unexpected bills.
• Practical steps procurement teams can take now to reduce risk, avoid unnecessary cost, and negotiate from a stronger position.
  
  Perfect for procurement leaders, category managers, and anyone responsible for managing Oracle spend.

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