Hardware industry convergence speeds up

Since the 1990s, China's hardware industry has experienced rapid growth and has now become a major player on the global stage. While it is undeniable that China is a leading country in metal products, there are still significant gaps between Chinese hardware companies and their international counterparts in areas such as research and development, innovation, brand building, marketing strategies, company size, and financial strength. However, with the influence of the global economy, domestic hardware firms have started to embrace modern technologies more seriously, accelerating the integration of the hardware sector with the Internet.

Industry expert Chen Sufang supports the model of merging hardware companies with the offline Internet industry. According to her, leveraging the advantages of mobile Internet platforms allows hardware companies to expand their sales channels significantly. This not only helps build brand authority but also strengthens long-term competitiveness and enables business expansion. As more companies adopt digital strategies, the synergy between physical manufacturing and online presence is becoming increasingly vital.

Experts predict that by 2020, China’s contribution to global industrial added value will rise from 5.72% in 2000 to over 10%. This highlights the need for strong hardware manufacturing groups to support the nation’s growing industrial demand. Despite existing challenges, the future of the hardware industry looks bright. The convergence of traditional manufacturing with mobile technology is not just a trend—it's an essential path for sustainable growth and global competitiveness.