[8] Andy learns of and records a printer fault in episode 24 and sends a video to the press, attracting the ire of company CEO Jo (played by Kathy Bates), but the approval of Erin.

In the season finale, Andy interviews for a regional manager following Michael's departure and refuses Erin after she asks for a relationship with him again.

[10] Andy introduces his new girlfriend Jessica (played by Eleanor Seigler) in episode 10, causing conflict with Erin.

[19] The character is named after American economist Andrew Bernard, professor of international economics at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College.

[21] Initially considered an abrasive addition to the show, Andy Bernard later became a fan favorite due to his character development throughout the series.

[25] During the final season, Alan Sepinwall of Uproxx described Andy's personality as a "malevolent version of Michael Scott",[26] while Erik Adams of The A.V.