R&D in South African manufacturing: a sector in deep crisis?

Globally, the manufacturing sector is changing as the use of artificial intelligence, robotics and advanced technology grows at a rapid rate. To compete, companies must adapt and continually engage in research and innovation. Companies in developing countries like South Africa face a growing crisis if they do not keep up.

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Human Science Research Council SA
Published
2025-12-09
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https://doi.org/10.14749/30831140
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Professional Masters Programs Analysis
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R&D in South African manufacturing: a sector in deep crisis?

Human Science Research Council SA
Professional Masters Programs Analysis
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R&D in South African manufacturing: a sector in deep crisis?

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Abstract

Globally, the manufacturing sector is changing as the use of artificial intelligence, robotics and advanced technology grows at a rapid rate. To compete, companies must adapt and continually engage in research and innovation. Companies in developing countries like South Africa face a growing crisis if they do not keep up.

Human Science Research Council SA
Industry, innovation and infrastructure
Openalex Percentile: Top 19%
Professional Masters Programs Analysis
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