Ron Freeze

Ron Freeze is a Teaching Professor and the Director of the Enterprise Systems Program at the Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas. He holds a PhD in Information Systems from Arizona State University and brings over 20 years of industry experience from the automotive sector, where he led startup operations at Ford and Diamond-Star Motors. His academic focus lies at the intersection of information systems, ERP, business analytics, and knowledge management.

Education:

• PhD, Information Systems, Arizona State University
• MBA, Management Information Systems, University of Missouri-Kansas City
• BS, Electrical Engineering, GMI Engineering & Management Institute

Ron's research explores knowledge management capabilities, ERP adoption, and the integration of analytics in education. His publications appear in journals such as the Journal of Management Information Systems, Journal of Knowledge Management, and Decision Sciences Journal of Innovative Education. He has contributed to major conferences including HICSS, AMCIS, and SAP forums, focusing on curriculum innovation, workforce impact, and data analytics education.

His recent publications reflect a strong trend in educational technology, ERP implementation, and decision support systems, particularly emphasizing student and organizational adoption of expert systems and analytics tools. His work bridges academic theory with practical workforce development, especially through SAP and business analytics curricula.

Scientific Awards:

• Outstanding Team Award – Accounting Data Analytics Team

Ron actively advises on curriculum development and leads initiatives to enhance program growth through industry partnerships. He teaches courses in business analytics, ERP configuration, and applied data analytics at both undergraduate and graduate levels. He is a member of professional organizations such as the Association of Information Systems and America’s SAP User Group, and serves as a reviewer for journals including Computers in Industry and Information Journal.

He leads the Enterprise Systems Program, promoting hands-on learning through SAS, SAP, and data visualization platforms. His workshops and presentations emphasize experiential learning and workforce readiness in the digital economy.