Oracle’s release of PeopleTools 8.62 introduces several impactful enhancements designed to improve user productivity, interface personalization, and access to actionable insights. Among the most exciting advancements are the Interactive Embedded Insights and upgraded Print to PDF/PNG features, bringing a more dynamic and integrated experience to PeopleSoft users.

1. Interactive Embedded Insights
Now fully integrated into the application, PeopleSoft Insights can be embedded directly into homepage tiles, related content, Fluid Workcenter, navigation collections, and Fluid pages. These insights are not only visible but also interactive:
- Users can filter, slice, and analyze data without leaving the page.
- Pages can be designed to respond dynamically to insight filters, enabling a contextual and seamless data experience.
- This functionality is configurable at the page level, allowing developers to tie insight filters to hidden fields that trigger business logic and refresh the application data accordingly.
Additionally, Print to PDF functionality has been improved, allowing users to generate high-quality PDFs directly from PeopleSoft applications, making document management more seamless Picture

Fig 1: Bilingual Work Center Dashboard
Configure Insight Dashboard on Page Level
With PeopleTools 8.62, embedded insights within Fluid pages are now fully interactive. This means users can filter, slice, and analyze data directly on the page without navigating away.
As users interact with an insight—applying filters or drilling into data—you can configure the application page to respond dynamically to those interactions. The result is a seamless, contextual experience where the data displayed on the page automatically updates to reflect the selected filters.
To set this up:
- Go to the Page Level tab on the Configure Insight Dashboard.
- Enable interactivity for embedded insights.
- Use the Set Control option to sync the insight filters with application data.
- Assign a hidden control field on the page that includes business logic in its Field Change event to trigger data updates based on the applied filters.
This setup ensures that insights not only display valuable information, but also drive meaningful, real-time changes to the page content—creating a more powerful and intuitive user experience.

Fig 2: Configure Insight Dashboard on Page Level
On the Page Level tab of the Configure Insight Dashboard, you can enable interactivity for embedded PeopleSoft Insights within an application page. To ensure the page responds to user actions within the insight (like filtering or slicing data), you’ll need to synchronize the filters using the Set Control button.
As part of this configuration, you can assign a hidden control field on the page. This field should include the necessary business logic in its Field Change event to update the application data based on the selected filters in the insight. This setup ensures that the insight and the application page stay in sync, providing a smooth and responsive user experience.
Additionally, don’t forget to list the Search Definition used by embedded insight. This helps define the data source and ensure the correct information is being pulled into the visualization.

Fig 3: Interactive Insight List.
Pring to PDF
PS search framework now enables you to export and SharePoint insights by printing to PDF and PNG formats. When you access Peoplesoft insight in full view, you will see in new reporting option.
With People Tool 8.62. PeopleSoft has enhanced its Search Framework, enabling users to Export and Share Point seamlessly. The new Print to PNG or PDF feature allows users to generate high-quality reports directly from the application.

Fig 4: Project Cost Analytics
You can download the insights either as PDF or PNG files. You will receive a notification when your report is ready. The generated report is available on your Local device to view or share. Any filter Applied to the insight is also reflected in the report. This completes the feature description for insight.

Fig. 5 Print to Download the Report.
Business Benefits of PeopleTools 8.62 Enhancements
Increased User Productivity
Interactive Embedded Insights allow users to filter, slice, and analyze data directly within application pages, reducing the need to switch contexts or navigate away. This saves time and accelerates decision-making processes.
Enhanced Decision-Making with Real-Time Data
The dynamic interaction between embedded insights and page content means business users always see relevant, up-to-date information. This leads to more accurate, data-driven decisions based on the latest insights.
Improved User Experience and Personalization
By enabling embedded insights across homepage tiles, Fluid pages, and workcenters, the interface becomes more intuitive and personalized. This helps users focus on what matters most without clutter or complexity.
Seamless Integration and Customization
Developers can configure insight filters to trigger business logic and data refreshes, ensuring that the application adapts dynamically to user input. This flexibility supports diverse business needs and enhances workflow efficiency.
Simplified Reporting and Document Management
The upgraded Print to PDF and PNG features allow users to easily export and share high-quality reports directly from PeopleSoft. This reduces manual reporting overhead and facilitates smoother collaboration and communication.
Reduced Operational Overhead
Automation of insights, interactivity, and report generation reduces the reliance on IT for ad-hoc data requests, freeing up resources and lowering support costs.
Future-Proof Enterprise Solution
These enhancements reflect Oracle’s ongoing commitment to evolving PeopleSoft as a modern, intuitive platform, helping organizations stay competitive by leveraging continuous innovation.
Bottom Line
PeopleTools 8.62 represents a major leap forward for the PeopleSoft platform. With features like Interactive Embedded Insights, smart data exports, and customization analytics, this release empowers organizations to make faster, data-driven decisions while improving usability and reducing unnecessary overhead. These enhancements reflect Oracle’s continued commitment to evolving PeopleSoft into a modern, intuitive enterprise solution.
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Authored by: Sonu Sahu, Software Engineer.