In today’s energy sector, technology is no longer a support function. It is core infrastructure. Kwashie Senam Zilevu, Chief Technology Officer at Mizan Energy, is raising awareness around the importance of digital resilience and system reliability as energy operations become increasingly data-driven.
“As energy becomes more complex, the systems behind it matter more than ever,” Zilevu said. “When digital systems fail, real-world operations feel it immediately.”
Global energy companies now rely heavily on software platforms, automation tools, and data systems to manage exploration, production, and distribution. According to the International Energy Agency, digital technologies can improve operational efficiency in oil and gas by up to 20 percent, while also reducing downtime and safety risks. Yet many organizations still treat digital infrastructure as secondary.
Zilevu believes that mindset needs to change.
“Energy is physical, but the decisions behind it are digital,” he said. “If the data is unreliable or the systems are unstable, the entire operation is exposed.”
As CTO of Mizan Energy, Zilevu leads technology initiatives focused on system integrity, scalability, and long-term performance. His approach is shaped by his background as a software engineer and his belief that technology should quietly support people on the ground.
“My job is to make technology invisible when it’s working,” he said. “If teams can focus on operations without friction, the systems are doing their job.”
Industry data underscores the urgency of this focus. A 2024 IBM study found that the average cost of critical infrastructure system outages now exceeds $4.5 million per incident, with energy among the most impacted sectors. At the same time, cyber and system risks continue to rise as operations become more connected.
Zilevu emphasizes that digital resilience is not about chasing trends.
“Strong systems last,” he said. “Trends come and go, but reliability is what protects people, assets, and long-term value.”
He also points to the human side of the issue. As systems grow more complex, leadership clarity becomes essential.
“People need to know what to expect from the systems they rely on,” Zilevu said. “Consistency builds trust, especially in high-stakes environments like energy.”
Zilevu is encouraging professionals across the energy and technology sectors to engage more deeply with how digital systems are designed, governed, and maintained. He believes awareness starts with asking better questions.
“Technology decisions shape outcomes for years,” he said. “Everyone involved should understand the impact.”
Rather than calling for sweeping mandates, Zilevu’s message centers on individual responsibility and awareness. He encourages professionals to stay informed, learn how digital systems influence their roles, and support cultures that value long-term system health over short-term fixes.
“Progress is incremental,” he said. “You build it step by step, the same way you build trust.”
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About Digital Resilience in Energy
Digital resilience in the energy sector refers to the ability of technology systems to remain reliable, secure, and functional under changing conditions. As energy operations rely more heavily on data, automation, and interconnected platforms, resilient digital infrastructure plays a critical role in operational continuity, safety, and efficiency.
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