Industry 4.0 and the Digital Revolution

Perspectives on Industrial Technology

Through a wide range of articles, studies, video and other content, learn more about leadership, organizational culture and other challenges that face industrial companies across various sectors as they adapt to an increasingly digital environment. Find out how our Industrial Technology Practice can help your organization.

Our breadth of work includes:

Energy & Natural Resources
Automotive & Mobility and Aerospace & Defense
Transportation, Logistics & Distribution

Engineered Products & Solutions
Infrastructure
Process Industries

Energy & Natural Resources

Mining for Value

Industry leaders disclose lessons learned from the supercycle.

Going digital: What will it take for the oil and gas industry to succeed?

We explored potential answers to this question at a discussion with industry leaders we co-hosted with McKinsey & Company.

The New School of Energy Leadership

How oil and gas companies will need to rethink their traditional approaches to talent to address the growing shortage of experienced leaders and the expanding role of technology in the industry.

Who's at the Wheel?

As the autonomous car becomes omnipresent, companies must adapt to changes in software, cybersecurity and more. The challenge is finding leadership that can align these areas culturally and logistically.

Five Characteristics of the New Breed of Auto Leaders

We analyzed the backgrounds of hundreds of “rock star” automotive and mobility leaders to predict the key capabilities of the next generation of industry leaders.

The Chief R&D Officer of the Future

When looking for the new chief research & development officer, boards and nomination committees in the automotive industry should seek an inspirational leader who is an excellent strategist, a driver for innovation, and an outstanding change manager.

Travel 2025: How Digital Transformation and Global Growth Are Redefining Leadership Roles

We spoke with leaders from the airline, hospitality and ground transportation sectors to discuss the capabilities the next generation of leaders must have to transform their business.

Rethinking Aviation Leadership and Culture in a Customer-Centric World

Key takeaways from McKinsey & Company’s recent Global Infrastructure Initiative Airport Customer Experience Leadership Forum.

Defining the Right Technology Leadership

Hitting the Bullseye: Defining the Right Technology Leader for Your Organization

We explore the different types of technology leaders and how to find the right fit for your organization’s priorities.

Digital Transformation in the Industrial Sector

A look at the leadership, culture and other challenges that face industrial companies as they adapt to an increasingly digital environment.

VIDEO

A Conversation with Ulf Henriksson, CEO of Dematic Company

Spencer Stuart sat down for a conversation with Ulf Henriksson, the CEO of Dematic, a global engineering and logistics company.

What Industry 4.0 means for leaders

Dr Eberhard Veit discusses the urgent need for German industrial companies to adopt leading edge digital technologies.

The Three Important Infrastructure Investments You Might Not Be Making

Our discussions at the recent Global Infrastructure Initiative (GII) Summit in Singapore pointed to three key investments organizations must make if they are to succeed.

Building the Future

Changing market conditions, new funding models and increasing regulations are among the issues for infrastructure companies. What do they mean for leadership?

Digital Transformation: Five Key Learnings

Recommendations from digital pioneers on how you can accelerate digital initiatives in your organization.

Redesigning Paper and Packaging Leadership in a Changing, Digital World

The types of leaders needed to succeed in an industry undergoing significant transformation.

Data leadership: Defining the expertise your organization needs

With data growing in importance as a commercial asset, understanding the kind of leaders who can define and drive the data agenda is critical. Understand the four data leadership profiles that have emerged.

Is Your Company Ready for Manufacturing's Digital Future?

Spencer Stuart and MAPI surveyed 100 industry executives on their readiness for digital transformation and the skills they need to seize the opportunity.

Industry 4.0 and the Digital Revolution

Perspectives on Industrial Technology

Energy & Natural Resources

Automotive & Mobility and Aerospace & Defense

Transportation, Logistics & Distribution

Engineered Products & Solutions

Infrastructure

Process Industries