Bernard Ferrari
About Bernard Ferrari
Bernard Ferrari is the Senior Vice President Head of Vendor Risk Management and Production Change Management at Jefferies and Company, with a background in IT service management and production control.
Current Role at Jefferies and Company
Bernard Ferrari currently serves as the Senior Vice President Head Of Vendor Risk Management and Production Change Management at Jefferies and Company. In this role, he is responsible for the oversight of all vendor risks and production change processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency within the company's operations.
Role as Chair of the Global Change Advisory Board
Bernard Ferrari chairs the Global Change Advisory Board at Jefferies and Company. In this capacity, he oversees the approval process for all production changes and application releases worldwide, ensuring that changes are implemented smoothly and effectively across the organization's global operations.
Previous Experience at Ann Taylor
Before joining Jefferies and Company, Bernard Ferrari worked at Ann Taylor as the Senior Manager of Production Control from 2000 to 2004. During his tenure, he was responsible for managing and overseeing production control processes, ensuring that production activities were executed efficiently.
Expertise in Sarbanes Oxley Compliance and Global Technology Initiatives
Bernard Ferrari coordinates Sarbanes Oxley deliverables and manages various technology audit and project management initiatives on a global scale. His responsibilities include ensuring that the company meets compliance requirements and effectively manages technology projects.
Development of Incident and Problem Management Process
Bernard Ferrari developed a streamlined Incident and Problem Management process to enhance operational efficiency at Jefferies and Company. This initiative has contributed to the organization's ability to handle issues swiftly and minimize disruptions in operations.
Offshore Network Operations Center Management
Bernard Ferrari is responsible for building and managing an offshore Network Operations Center (NOC). This role involves overseeing network operations to ensure continuous and secure connectivity for the organization.
ITIL Certification
Bernard Ferrari holds an ITIL certification, demonstrating his expertise in IT service management. This certification reflects his knowledge and skills in managing IT services and processes efficiently.