Thank you for your interest in contributing to Insight Magazine! Whether you are a seasoned writer or it’s your first time submitting an article, we are excited to hear your unique perspective. Our mission is to provide Oracle users, developers, and technology professionals with fresh, practical, and relatable content that truly makes a difference in their work.
Since we are the Oracle Applications & Technology User Group, it’s only natural that we embrace innovation—including the use of AI in writing. We actively encourage contributors to leverage AI tools to make their writing great. Use AI to brainstorm ideas, refine your structure, or clarify your points, but remember: collaboration is key. Your article should reflect a dynamic, creative partnership between you and the technology, showcasing your unique voice, ideas, and personality. Of course, readers value the human touch the most—we want your personal perspective to shine through.
It’s not just about presenting information—it’s about making a connection and offering value. When crafting your article, aim to provide practical takeaways. Readers appreciate content they can apply directly to their work, whether actionable tips, lessons learned, or tools they can use to solve a challenge.
As for the specifics, articles typically range from 1,000 to 2,500 words, though a bit shorter or longer is fine if the content stays engaging and useful. Submit your article as a Word document. Include screenshots, charts, and graphics to illustrate your points, and also attach them separately to your email. Don’t forget to include a headshot and short author bio—about 150 words—highlighting your role and any background you’d like to share.
If you’re unsure where to begin, start with a story. Sharing a personal challenge, lesson, or success story from your experience is a great way to draw readers in and make your article memorable. Support your ideas with real-world examples, screenshots, or data to enhance credibility and make complex concepts easier to understand.
Don’t feel pressured to write the “perfect” article from the start. Focus on your ideas, and we’ll collaborate with you to polish and refine them.
Submit your article to Deborah Grant, Editor-at-Large, dgrant@oatug.org. As a quarterly magazine, deadlines for 2025 are: January 15th for Winter, April 15th for Spring, August 15th for Summer, and October 31st for Fall.
We’re especially excited to hear from contributors who are new to publishing. AI is here to help level the playing field and support new writers face the page with more confidence. Every expert started somewhere, and we want you to share your insights with the OATUG community - even if you’ve never written an original article before. Embrace the new age of writing and make it your own.
We print submissions from our OATUG members only. If you aren’t an OATUG member and you or your company uses Oracle, please join us!
We look forward to working with you! If you have any questions or need additional guidance, please let us know.