Covid19 and operations, from reaction to resilience

Elias Panasuik, Senior Director of Offer Enablement for the Process Automation Portfolio at Schneider Electric, is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience in automation and industrial digitalization. Known for driving value, efficiency, and sustainability, he has led transformative initiatives across global markets, including the EcoStruxure Power and Process program. With a strong background in process control, digital transformation, and customer-centric innovation, he is all set to share his views on how the Covid-19 pandemic reshaped industrial operations, and the critical journey from reaction to long-term resilience. He will discuss how organizations can leverage digital technologies, agile frameworks, and cross-functional collaboration to build future-ready operations that withstand disruption and drive sustained growth.

He will share his views on leveraging digital asset strategies to build a more sustainable and resilient future, especially as operational disruptions during the pandemic have compelled E&P companies to fundamentally reshape their operational strategies. He will highlight how digitization is not only a response to crisis but a long-term enabler of remote work, business continuity, and integrated, secure operations. By embracing digital initiatives, companies can achieve greater agility, maintain productivity during unplanned events, and drive sustainability across the asset lifecycle—positioning themselves for long-term success in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.

1. Leveraging digital asset strategies for a sustainable future

2. Operational disruption due to the pandemic has forced E&P companies to fundamentally reshape operational strategy

3. Digitization initiatives enabling the future of remote work, resiliency in the face of unplanned events, and sustainable operations in an integrated, secure fashion