Andrey Kovalenko
About Andrey Kovalenko
Andrey Kovalenko is a Customer Success Director at Cognite, specializing in digital technologies for the Oil & Gas sector. He has extensive experience in engineering and consulting roles, having worked with companies such as Schlumberger, Statoil, and McKinsey & Company.
Work at Cognite
Andrey Kovalenko serves as the Customer Success Director at Cognite, a position he has held since 2021. His role focuses on ensuring that clients in the Oil & Gas sector successfully leverage digital technologies to enhance their operations. Based in Oslo, Norway, he collaborates with various stakeholders to drive customer satisfaction and value creation through innovative solutions.
Previous Experience in Oil & Gas
Before joining Cognite, Andrey Kovalenko accumulated extensive experience in the Oil & Gas industry. He worked at Schlumberger as a Research Engineer for nine months in Novosibirsk, Russian Federation, and as a Tech & Field Engineer for one year in Rock Springs, Wyoming. He also held the position of Senior Production Engineer at Statoil from 2011 to 2018 in the Bergen Area, Norway, where he contributed to production optimization and operational efficiency.
Consulting Experience at McKinsey & Company
Andrey Kovalenko worked at McKinsey & Company as a Specialist from 2018 to 2021. In this role, he provided consulting services focused on digital transformation and operational improvements for clients in various sectors, including Oil & Gas. His expertise in leveraging digital technologies positioned him to deliver strategic insights and recommendations to enhance client performance.
Education and Expertise
Andrey Kovalenko holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Applied Mathematics from Universitetet i Bergen (UiB), where he studied from 2009 to 2012. He also earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Applied Mathematics from Novosibirsk State University (NSU) between 2001 and 2007. His academic background supports his expertise in helping Oil & Gas companies utilize digital technologies for value extraction and operational excellence.
Background in Operations and Subsurface Management
Andrey Kovalenko possesses a strong background in operations and subsurface management within heavy asset industries. His experience spans multiple roles that have equipped him with the skills necessary to navigate complex operational challenges. His passion for transformation and digital innovation in the Oil & Gas sector drives his commitment to enhancing industry practices through technology.