What is your position in the company and how long have you held this position?
I have worked as a Country Manager Russia and CIS, OSIsoft Europe since February 2009.
How long have you been in business in Russia and the Caspian?
Speaking of IT in general, my experience in this industry counts for over 20 years, including development, integration and sales of software for over 15 years.
What companies have you worked with in the Region?
OSIsoft make software for collection, storage and analysis of real-time data for companies working in various industries and have been present in the market since 1998. At present, we have over 60 clients in Russia and the CIS. Our clients are major companies in power, oil and gas and other industrial areas.
What is your most recent success in the market?
We make several large sales in Russia and CIS on a yearly basis, however, I would like to emphasize our success in strengthening the partnership with our Russian and global partners who develop turn-key solutions on our platform.
Have you had any recent product launches for the region?
We work with major ERP systems manufacturers,the networks of the global power industry. The introduction of these innovation concepts has already started in the markets of Russia and the CIS. Regarding specific products, I must mention products, joint solutions on OSIsoft MDUS and SAP EBS.
What are your thoughts on the Russian Power sector through to the end of this year and beyond?
We expect a restart of serious investments into the renovation of the infrastructure of power companies. The investment approach will undoubtably change as a result of the recession. Special emphasis will be laid on production optimisation, quick introduction and project efficiency. The above approaches have already been stated by Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, Prime Minister of Russia at the Sajano-Shushenskaja hydro power station. Therefore, we are looking forward for the prospects of OSIsoft PI System sales.
What do you like the best about Moscow?
It’s hard to say – I was born here, and “the big city can be is seen from a distance”
Where in the world would you most like to visit and why?
Alps (French, Swiss, Austrian). I like alpine skiing and I have been skiing for the last 25 years.
What is your hobby?
I mentioned skiing already. I also like motorcycles. Several years ago I went motorcycling around Europe. I don’t have much time now for my hobbies because of my work and family, but sometimes I grab my Honda Blackbird and hit the road in the evening.
