China's Light Industry Digital R&D Design Tool Adoption Rate Surpasses 86%

According to the China Light Industry Federation, the digital and intelligent transformation of the light industry has achieved positive results in recent years. Latest data shows that the adoption rate of digital R&D design tools in the sector reached 86.2%, while the adoption rate of digital management operations hit 82.3%. A total of 167 light industry 5G factories have been built cumulatively. Guo Yongxin, secretary-general of the China Light Industry Federation, said at the 16th Light Industry Informatization Conference held today that new technologies such as large models, agents, and robots are reshaping light industry production methods, product forms, and consumption scenarios. The next step involves promoting technological innovation in light industry vertical large models, key intelligent equipment, and industrial software; popularizing smart manufacturing, smart supply chains, and inclusive AI solutions; cultivating new business formats such as smart home appliances, aging-friendly products, and health-oriented consumption; deepening the integration of industry and education, skills training, and technical services; and building a collaborative ecosystem for digital and intelligent development in the light industry. (Xinhua News Agency)