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Ron Westfall

Research Director, Communication Networks

Ron is an experienced, customer-focused research expert and analyst, with over 20 years of experience in the digital and IT transformation markets, working with businesses to drive consistent revenue and sales growth.

He is a recognized authority at tracking the evolution of and identifying the key disruptive trends within the service enablement ecosystem, including a wide range of topics across software and services, infrastructure, 5G communications, Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), analytics, security, cloud computing, revenue management, and regulatory issues.

Prior to his work with The Futurum Group, Ron worked with GlobalData Technology creating syndicated and custom research across a wide variety of technical fields. His work with Current Analysis focused on the broadband and service provider infrastructure markets.

Ron holds a Master of Arts in Public Policy from University of Nevada — Las Vegas and a Bachelor of Arts in political science/government from William and Mary.

Recent Insights, NEWS & RESEARCH:

How Prepared Are CEOs to Harness the Full Potential of AI?
May 13, 2025

How Prepared Are CEOs to Harness the Full Potential of AI?

Ron Westfall at Futurum shares his insights on why CEOs must focus on building a strong data foundation, including evaluating working with AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, IBM, and OCI to...
MFD13: Juniper Showcases AI-Native Portfolio Innovations
May 12, 2025

MFD13: Juniper Showcases AI-Native Portfolio Innovations

Futurum's Ron Westfall shares his insights on why Juniper Networks' AI-native platform enhancements set a high standard for end-to-end visibility and proactive management in the modern network ecosystem....
Oracle Database@Azure: The Genesis of Oracle’s Multi-Cloud Leadership
May 12, 2025

Oracle Database@Azure: The Genesis of Oracle’s Multi-Cloud Leadership

In our latest Research Brief, Oracle Database@Azure: The Genesis of Oracle’s Multi-Cloud Leadership, completed in partnership with Oracle, The Futurum Group explores how enterprises can simplify migration, reduce costs, and...
RSAC 2025 HPE Transforms Cloud Security with ZTNA and Private Cloud Boosts
May 2, 2025

RSAC 2025: HPE Transforms Cloud Security with ZTNA and Private Cloud Boosts

Futurum’s Ron Westfall shares his insights on why HPE’s new ZTNA security portfolio capabilities are ready to provide robust protection, enabling organizations to reduce risks, counter attacks, and enhance organization-wide...
RSAC 2025 Cisco Raises the AI Security Stakes
April 30, 2025

RSAC 2025: Cisco Raises the AI Security Stakes

The Futurum Group’s Ron Westfall shares his insights on why Cisco’s new XDR and Splunk security enhancements can transform organizational security service delivery using a network-centric, open XDR framework, prioritizing...
T-Mobile Q1 FY 2025: Delivers Wireless and Broadband Milestones
April 25, 2025

T-Mobile Q1 FY 2025: Delivers Wireless and Broadband Milestones

Ron Westfall at The Futurum Group analyzes T-Mobile’s Q1 FY 2025 earnings, highlighting why it delivered robust results, including revenue growth, record customer additions, and new 5GA, T-Fiber, and T-Satellite...

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