Ronald Pratt

• Managed as many as fourteen direct reports in my time as the IT Applications Manager at Diamond Offshore.
• Successfully led the Applications group through several major Oracle software upgrades and implementations, including the migrations from EBS 11.5.9 to EBS 12.1 in 2011 and from EBS 12.1 to EBS 12.2 in 2024.
• Managed the software applications lifecycle, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards.
• Led cross-functional teams in implementing software solutions for operational efficiency and enhanced user experience.
• Developed strategic roadmaps for application enhancements, prioritizing business needs and resource allocation.
• Streamlined incident management processes, reducing response times and improving service delivery metrics.
• Mentored junior staff on best practices in application management and problem resolution techniques.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements, translating them into functional specifications for development teams.
• Improved application performance by identifying and resolving technical issues through regular system monitoring and maintenance.
• Coordinated with stakeholders at all levels of the organization to ensure alignment between project goals and overall business strategy.
• Managed successful migrations to new platforms, minimizing disruptions to end users.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that met business needs and objectives.
• Provided comprehensive training materials for end-users, promoting smooth adoption of new technologies and systems.
• Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices in application management techniques and strategies.
• Enhanced user experience with continuous assessment and improvement of application functionality.
• Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the Application Management team, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and learning from past experiences.
• Optimized existing applications for increased efficiency and cost savings by refining code and implementing best practices.
• Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources throughout projects'' life cycles.
• Developed customized solutions for clients, tailoring applications to meet unique requirements and specifications.
• Managed life cycle replacement of hardware and software.
• Conducted thorough quality assurance testing to identify and address potential issues before application release.
• Implemented security measures to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access or breaches.
• Led technical upgrade projects for Diamond Offshore by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
• Liaised with other departments to minimize network interruptions and possible downtimes.

• Designed, developed, implemented and maintained Diamond Offshore's Oracle based Safety/Claims system, which was implemented in Nov 2006 and in use until the company was purchased by Noble Corp in June 2025.
• Designed, developed, implemented and maintained Diamond Offshore's Oracle based Offshore Training system, which was in use from 2002 through 2021.
• Developed and maintained software applications across our HR, Payroll, and Financial systems to enhance operational efficiency.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define application requirements and specifications.
• Led design and implementation of innovative solutions for drilling operations management using Infostat's RIMDRILL software and our in-house DELPHI based Person-On-Board System.
• Mentored junior developers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Conducted code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and maintain high-quality standards.
• Analyzed user feedback to drive continuous improvement in application functionality and performance.
• Collaborated with stakeholders regarding project capabilities and limitations to deliver optimal functionality.
• Wrote code for Oracle and SQL database applications.
• Developed custom solutions for clients based on their unique business requirements and objectives.
• Optimized application performance through rigorous analysis of system bottlenecks and implementing targeted solutions.
• Worked closely with clients throughout the development process to gather feedback, ensuring that final products met their expectations.
• Created software applications in test-driven development environment.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement new technology features.
• Contributed to the successful completion of numerous projects, meeting deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
• Designed and developed application scripts for test scenarios.
• Developed and implemented personalized client solutions using programming language expertise.
• Delivered support training to help customers learn key features of applications.
• Assisted with creation of user manuals.
• Updated technical documentation, product specifications, and technical training materials.
• Reduced software bugs by conducting thorough testing and debugging procedures.
• Maintained up-to-date technical knowledge, staying informed on industry trends and best practices for application development.
• Enhanced application functionality by implementing new features and optimizing existing code.
• Documented all phases of application development process, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Facilitated seamless data integration from multiple sources, improving data accuracy and accessibility.
• Led migration of legacy systems to modern platforms, enhancing efficiency and scalability.
• Reduced system downtime with proactive troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Developed and maintained scalable applications for diverse business needs.
• Authored code fixes and enhancements for inclusion in future code releases and patches.
• Coordinated deployments of new software, feature updates and fixes.
• Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.
• Developed conversion and system implementation plans.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

• Developed and maintained COBOL applications for drilling operations, ensuring system reliability and performance.
• Analyzed existing code for optimization opportunities, enhancing application efficiency and reducing downtime.
• Led troubleshooting efforts for complex system issues, coordinating with stakeholders to achieve timely resolutions.
• Designed integration solutions between legacy systems and modern platforms, facilitating smoother data exchange.
• Enhanced system efficiency by optimizing COBOL code and implementing necessary updates.
• Enhanced overall system stability through the implementation of robust error handling techniques within existing applications.
• Maintained high-quality code standards by conducting thorough testing and debugging of all developed applications.
• Provided comprehensive technical support for legacy COBOL applications, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Delivered timely solutions to complex problems through effective collaboration with stakeholders across various departments.
• Identified opportunities to modify software to avoid future problems and promote continuous improvement.
• Performed lead analyst role to complete technical systems design for new and enhanced systems.
• Authored code fixes and enhancements for inclusion in future code releases and patches.
• Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.

Developed and Maintained Public School System Software

Developed and Maintained ECI's COBOL based Order Management system

Maintained Cobol based HR, Payroll & Financials systems.