What is known about the new Minister of Digital Transformation, Oksana Ferchuk: avoids publicity, does not tolerate corruption, is partly a micromanager, as well as how her activities are assessed

Oksana Ferchuk was appointed as the Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, replacing Oleksandr Bornyakov. Her career includes extensive experience in telecommunications, logistics, and digital transformations, particularly with the Ministry of Defense during the full-scale invasion.

Oksana Ferchuk, the new head of the Ministry of Digital Transformation, has over 20 years of experience in various sectors, such as telecommunications, logistics, and e-commerce. She started her career at the telecommunications company “Ukrainian Mobile Communications” and later worked in marketing and sales at the company “Telesystems of Ukraine.” Further stages of her career include key roles at the companies “Vision TV” and “Nova Poshta,” where Ferchuk was involved in digital initiatives and the launch of various services.

Prior to her appointment to the Ministry of Digital Transformation, Ferchuk actively participated in the implementation of digital projects at the Ministry of Defense, where automation and logistics systems were the focus. After Mykhailo Fedorov moved to the Ministry of Defense, she transferred to the Ministry of Digital Transformation, leaving a significant mark in the field of digital transformations.

The new minister is characterized as a principled and competent person, focused on processes and detail-oriented. Although her avoidance of publicity and possible difficulties in promoting personal initiatives draw some criticism, her experience and diplomatic approach attract supporters. Experts predict that under her leadership, the Ministry of Digital Transformation may focus more on military and telecommunications projects.

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