Alexey Borovkov

Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University

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Alexey Borovkov is a prominent researcher at the intersection of digital manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and workforce development for the digital economy. His work focuses on two complementary dimensions of industrial transformation: the technological frameworks enabling smart manufacturing and the human capital required to sustain them. Borovkov's most significant contribution to date is his highly cited systematic literature review on digital twins (2022), which has garnered 81 citations and stands as a key reference for researchers navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of cyber-physical systems, the Industrial Internet of Things, and smart urban management. By applying rigorous data analysis and topic modeling methodologies, he provided the research community with a structured map of how digital twin technologies are being explored and applied across diverse sectors. Complementing this technical focus, Borovkov has also addressed the critical challenge of preparing workers for digital industry environments. His 2020 work on staff competence and training highlights the importance of cultivating new skill sets encompassing artificial intelligence, big data, robotics, and additive manufacturing. Together, these contributions position Borovkov as a researcher who understands that successful digital transformation requires both cutting-edge technology and a capable, future-ready workforce.