Dr. Andrei Degtiarev works as Senior Expert Digital Twin and Simulation at Schaeffler, focussing on cloud systems, digital twin framework, simulation static and dynamic, machine learning and software development. Through all his carrier his main motivation is development and identification of innovations and make them accessible for broad range of people via professional software solutions.

As a leading global automotive and industrial supplier, the Schaeffler Group has been driving forward pioneering inventions and developments in the fields of motion and mobility for over 70 years. With innovative technologies, products, and services in the fields of CO₂-efficient drives, electromobility, Industry 4.0, digitalization, and renewable energies, the company is a reliable partner for making motion and mobility more efficient, intelligent, and sustainable. The technology company produces precision components and systems for powertrains and chassis as well as rolling and plain bearing solutions for a wide range of industrial applications. In 2020, the Group generated sales of around 12.6 billion euros. With approximately 83,300 employees, the Schaeffler Group is one of the world's largest family-owned companies. With more than 1,900 patent applications, Schaeffler ranked second among Germany's most innovative companies in 2020 according to the DPMA (German Patent and Trademark Office).