The development strategy and practice path of Chinese industrial modernization from the perspective of technological revolution

Purpose The study identifies the current challenges confronting industrial modernization, anticipates future trends and proposes actionable strategies to overcome difficulties and achieve breakthroughs. These insights contribute substantially to the transformation of new quality productive forces (NQPFs) and the promotion of Chinese modernization through high-quality development. Design/methodology/approach The process of Chinese industrial modernization can be broadly categorized into three phases, each possessing significantly distinctive characteristics. The development strategies of China’s industrial modernization at different stages exhibit notable variations, which are shaped by the technological advancement levels during those stages as well as the domestic and international political and economic contexts. Findings China’s industrialization constitutes a vital component of world industrialization. It has been significantly shaped by the world’s technological and industrial revolutions, while also exerting a profound influence on the developmental trajectories of these revolutions. Originality/value Today, as the fourth wave of the industrial revolution unfolds, for China to genuinely achieve industrial modernization, it is necessary to intensify efforts in promoting scientific and technological innovation, vigorously foster strategic emerging industries, accelerate the development of NQPFs, establish a mode of production characterized by personalization, networking and intelligence and construct a comprehensive, efficient and scientifically advanced intelligent manufacturing industry system.