As new technologies such as artificial intelligence, robot technology and 3D printing are being used more widely, next-generation smart manufacturing technology is expected to take the lead in the innovation of the manufacturing industry.The National Intelligence Council of the United States has...

This study focuses on the demand sector of smart factories, especially policies related to the introduction of smart factories by small and medium sized manufacturers. As will be explained later, discussions focusing on SMEs are important because the gap in capacity and resources between large...

At the outset of 2022, the South Korean economy sought to start anew, aiming to finally surmount the hurdles of COVID-19. Unfortunately, however, the economy is now confronted with an unprecedented level of uncertainty, as one unforeseen risk after another emerged over the course of 2022. These...