Daniel Futej: “The Future of Machinery will be Built not only on Steel, but also on Data and Knowledge”

How is the Slovak engineering and machinery industry changing in the era of digitalisation? Why is it no longer enough to be merely a high quality manufacturer, and what role does economic diplomacy play in expanding into international markets?

In an interview for EXIMBANKA SR, PPS Group Chairman of the Board JUDr. Daniel Futej discusses why modern engineering is shifting from metal processing towards data driven solutions, why Slovakia needs more effective knowledge sharing, and what challenges Slovak companies must overcome when exporting to Asia and Africa.

In the interview, you will learn:

  • why technologies, data and know how will increasingly determine the competitiveness of industrial companies,
  • what role economic diplomacy plays in helping companies enter challenging international markets,
  • what constitutes the greatest competitive advantage of Slovak industrial enterprises,
  • why it is important to connect experts, companies and institutions,
  • what factors determine the success of export projects in demanding foreign markets.

Watch the full interview: