Fourth Industrial Revolution

How 4IR is encouraging the development of people, not just machines

4IR fourth industrial revolution; training, people and technology, manufacturing

In the 4IR age, the most successful manufacturers will focus on developing both people and technology. Image: Unsplash / @ikukevk

Francisco Betti
Head, Global Industries Team; Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum
Radu Palamariu
Managing Director Asia Pacific and Europe, Alcott Global
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Francisco Betti, WEF & Radu Palamariu, Alcott Global
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