Factories of the Future Find Growth and Sustainability Through
Geneva, Switzerland, 15 March 2021 – The World Economic Forum announced today the addition of 15 new sites to its Global Lighthouse Network, a community of world-leading
6 countries successfully growing their manufacturing – and what they
Global challenges are rewiring supply chains and manufacturing companies are rethinking their operations. From Brazil to Singapore, here''s how six countries are managing the shift.
5 trends that are set to transform factories in 2026
AI is transforming manufacturing - but while technology may define what''s possible, it''s people who drive adoption, speed, and impact. The World Economic Forum has gathered data from its Global
What are lighthouse factories and how are they shaping manufacturing
10 new manufacturing sites have joined the World Economic Forum''s Global Lighthouse Network. There are now 54 ''Lighthouses'', the world''s most advanced factories, which are leading the
How Factories Use Energy Storage to Reduce Peak
This article explains practical strategies, design choices, financial impact and steps to implement energy storage for peak demand reduction in
Factories of the Future Show How to Apply AI to Benefit People,
The network also published today a white paper - Global Lighthouse Network: Adopting AI with Speed and Scale - showcasing how Lighthouses have built the capabilities needed to scale
Peak Shaving with Battery Energy Storage Systems:
Peak shaving with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is a smart way to cut energy costs and reduce demand charges, especially in
Are microfactories the future for the manufacturing sector?
Building the factories of the future Microfactories certainly look like the factories of the future, but how does a manufacturer know if it should change its entire operational setup in this way?
Safety is becoming a strategic advantage in manufacturing
Manufacturers make workplace safety a talent magnet and productivity driver, using smart tech and human-centric design to boost retention and resilience.
How Factories Use Energy Storage to Reduce Peak Demand
Energy storage has become one of the most effective tools for factories to control peak demand and stabilize energy costs. By intelligently shifting power supply away from the grid during high-load
Global Lighthouse Network 2025: World Economic Forum Recognizes
The World Economic Forum welcomes today 12 new innovative industrial sites to the Global Lighthouse Network, bringing the total to 201 leading production facilities and value chains.
3 megatrends for the factories of the future
A new report from the World Economic Forum identifies factories of the future that are reshaping manufacturing through the early adoption of game-changing technologies.
These factories use tech to make manufacturing sustainable | World
Lighthouse factories around the globe are using technology to improve productivity, sustainability and workforce engagement. The World Economic Forum''s Lighthouses Live event