Bob.Ronan

Retired

Bob Ronan is an experienced IT executive with success in taking both troubled and successful organizations to the next level. He has a demonstrated record of excellence in the operation of technology systems, the delivery of projects and the innovative use of technology for competitive advantage while optimizing costs and engaging a global workforce.

Prior to retiring in 2013, Bob worked for Fidelity Investments (18 years) where he was a Senior Vice President. His last job was managing technology in support of the investment advisor business and, prior to that, he managed the technology for the 401k business and the web technology for Fidelity's institutional businesses. He also worked for Wellington Management (2 years as the Vice President responsible for all application development), Aetna (2 years as the Director responsible for securities accounting within the Investments Group) and Accenture (10 years as a Senior Manager focused on managing the application development and technical teams on very large engagements)

Bob holds an MBA from Carnegie-Mellon University and a BS from Husson University. He is currently the Vice Chair of Husson's Board of Trustees

The opinions expressed in this blog are those of Bob Ronan and do not necessarily represent those of IDG Communications, Inc., its parent, subsidiary or affiliated companies.

Articles by Bob.Ronan

Taking IT to the Next Level

Reducing employee turnover by engaging your workforce

Involuntary attrition is the silent killer of organizational productivity. Here is a common sense approach to minimize it.

By Bob Ronan July 10, 2017

Taking IT to the Next Level

12 ways to reduce your IT costs

Delivering IT solutions at the appropriate price point is a goal of all CIOs. Here are a dozen cost areas a CIO can optimize to deliver value to their business partners.

By Bob Ronan March 7, 2017

Taking IT to the Next Level

One powerful productivity improvement you can implement today

All organizations seek ways to improve their productivity. Here is a simple, easy to implement, technique that can provide surprising results.

By Bob Ronan January 24, 2017

Taking IT to the Next Level

What retirees do when they leave the workforce

Modern workers can have a tough time imagining what retirees do all day, or what retirement might be like when they reach that stage. Here's a look at one retired technology executive's typical day.

By Bob Ronan December 6, 2016

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4 keys to a happy and successful retirement

For many workers, imagining life after their careers end can be difficult and more than a bit scary. This post shares advice on how to embrace the retirement lifestyle and provides suggestions to make it a success.

By Bob Ronan September 29, 2016

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6 tips to help you excel in a new leadership role

A change in leadership can be stressful for both the new boss and the existing team, but these six steps help make the transition a smooth one.

By Bob Ronan March 7, 2016

Taking IT to the Next Level

The secret to successful projects: Peer reviews

IT projects often experience cost overruns and missed deadlines. This article examines how the best companies use a peer review process to significantly improve the probability of project success.

By Bob Ronan January 11, 2016

Taking IT to the Next Level

6 tips to help managers build great teams

Building a high performing team is one of the most important steps a manager can take to achieve success. These six tips can help you craft an exceptional business team.

By Bob Ronan November 10, 2015

Taking IT to the Next Level

Advice on how to get promoted, from a retired CIO

It can be difficult for aspiring employees to climb the career ladder, and doing a job well is not the only factor in obtaining promotions. This article discusses some of the less obvious, but critical, behaviors people can take to advance their careers.

By Bob Ronan September 22, 2015

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12 critical metrics for IT success

Metrics are important for IT shops that hope to achieve organizational goals. However, they can be dangerous, and using the appropriate metrics is critical. This article defines the most important metrics for technology organizations.

By Bob Ronan August 3, 2015