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"Change is the only thing that does not change in this world."

Change is the only constant in this world. In the face of endless challenges, how can we support the business economy and sustainable development? Most would say that the solution is innovation. Businesses iterate in the course of innovation, and keep pace with the future.

In this new wave of innovation, everyone can play a part. Being at the helm of enterprise IT in Shanghai Machine Tool Works, Jin Guowei stays at the forefront of new developments. These include changes in technology and the industry, as well as cutting-edge hot spots, such as big data and AI.

Creating a fast track for IT

Although China started developing computing applications and studying computing applications in industrial domains relatively later, this should not be a reason to fall behind in the race. Jin established cooperation with relevant research institutes in China and overseas in the form of industry-academia-research integration, and organized joint research on Extreme Manufacturing together with his peers. Each of them used his or her knowledge and nimble hands to build unique machine tools with independent intellectual property, to meet the urgent requirements for the development of the national economy. For example, the precision micro CNC nanogrinding machine, the largest CNC cylindrical grinding machine in China...

Research in grinding machines involves many aspects. With his years of work experience and perceptive insights into developments in international markets, Jin is qualified to speak on the issue of informatization infrastructure. By beginning with the fundamentals and getting started by nurturing talent, results have already been achieved, giving Jin confidence for the future. This is not simply blind optimism but an accurate grasp of how IT speeds up development for the world that we live in.

Well-versed in the near-magical power that informatization and digitization have on societal progress, Jin hopes to maintain the leading position of the grinding machines of Shanghai Machine Tool Works in the Chinese market. One critical aspect of this is making products more intelligent, an issue that Jin, who has been tasked with overseeing enterprise information infrastructure, has to tackle.

Thoughts on the development of the manufacturing industry in Shanghai

Since 2008, Jin has been nominated for three consecutive terms as a member of the CPPCC Shanghai Committee. He actively participates in various activities organized by the CPPCC Shanghai Committee and drafts proposals every year. His focus is on his area of specialization and related areas, such as Shanghai equipment manufacturing industries, intelligent manufacturing, as well as the reform and development of state-owned assets and enterprises. He has provided valuable recommendations, with his proposals being adopted and highly regarded by relevant parties. He has spoken several times at the CPPCC, and in January spoke on the topic of "Developing with intelligent manufacturing to facilitate the transformation of the real economy," earning the acknowledgment of Li Qiang, Secretary of Shanghai Municipal Party Committee.

Being in the manufacturing industry and a member of the CPPCC Shanghai Committee, Jin seeks to do his job well with responsibility and drive as usual, and make greater contributions in his political endeavors.

Always staying true to his initial aspirations in the long journey ahead

Jin emphasized throughout the interview that in the era of change "lifelong learning is becoming the new normal in this digital world."

As the company is rapidly developing, there is a great need to bring in talent. Jin highlighted that he views intelligence and effort as the two most important factors when recruiting. Technology changes constantly, so only those who have the smarts and willingness to learn and put in effort will be able to keep up with the new technology.

Besides, corporate culture, as an essential part of the company, should highlight "integrity, teamwork and drive". He believes that a person should have integrity, cooperate with his or her team members and possess drive in his or her work.

Jin ended off with some words for the newcomers, referencing Stephen Hawking, "We need to take this beyond a theoretical discussion of how things should be, and take action, to make sure they have the opportunity to get on board. We stand on the threshold of a brave new world. It is an exciting, if precarious place to be, and you are the pioneers. I wish you well."

In Jin's eyes, anything can be shaped as long as we keep learning and follow the industry closely. Regardless of what the future holds, there is always something to look forward to.