Chris Irving
About Chris Irving
Chris Irving serves as the Chief Information Officer at RouteOne, where he has led the software development team and implemented agile methodologies. With a background in IT management and a strong educational foundation in business and geology, he has overseen significant technology integrations and strategic initiatives throughout his career.
Work at RouteOne
Chris Irving has held multiple positions at RouteOne, starting as Director of Application Development and Planning from 2013 to 2016. He then served as Chief Technology Officer from 2016 to 2019 before assuming the role of Chief Information Officer in 2019. In his current role, he has led the software development team and implemented agile processes across various locations. He has also overseen significant IT initiatives, including infrastructure upgrades and resource optimization, to support the company's growth in the automotive finance and insurance sectors.
Education and Expertise
Chris Irving earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Walsh College, where he studied Business Administration and Management. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology/Earth Science from Michigan State University. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in information technology and management, particularly in overseeing software development and IT strategy.
Background
Before joining RouteOne, Chris Irving worked as Information Technology Manager at Brembo North America from 2009 to 2012. His experience in this role contributed to his understanding of IT management and operational efficiency. Throughout his career, he has focused on integrating technology systems during company acquisitions and ensuring user adoption through effective data migration strategies.
Achievements
In his tenure at RouteOne, Chris Irving has successfully adjusted software applications to cater to the specific needs of multiple points of sale within the automotive finance and insurance industries. He has also deployed end-to-end observability monitoring improvements, which have enhanced visibility into system performance and allowed for proactive issue resolution. His leadership in implementing agile methodologies has fostered the growth and development of the software development team.