# Insights from the Global Lighthouse Network Please find all relevant publications and press related to the Global Lighthouse Network below. ## Global Lighthouse Network: Rewiring Operations for Resilience and Impact at Scale The Global Lighthouse Network (GLN) recognizes companies that deliver exceptional impact across productivity, resilience, sustainability, talent, and customer centricity through digital transformation. This white paper marks the eighth year of the initiative and shares leading-edge lessons from some of the latest Lighthouses to join the network. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-lighthouse-network-rewiring-operations-for-resilience-and-impact-at-scale/) ## Discover all our reports and insights [More](#) ### Mindset Shifts Driving Impact and Scale in Digital Transformation This white paper reports on the leading-edge lessons learned by the latest 36 Lighthouses to join the network. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-lighthouse-network-the-mindset-shifts-driving-impact-and-scale-in-digital-transformation/) ### Adopting AI at Speed and Scale This white paper introduces 21 new Lighthouses and 4 new Sustainability Lighthouses and explores how these leaders of industry have been pushing the leading edge of the fourth industrial revolution. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/manufacturing-lighthouses-and-the-path-to-impact-adopting-ai-at-speed-and-scale/) ### Shaping the Next Chapter of the Fourth Industrial Revolution This white paper presents the results of a survey by the Forum with the aim of understanding the positions of lighthouse and non-lighthouse companies in this next chapter. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-lighthouse-network-shaping-the-next-chapter-of-the-fourth-industrial-revolution/) ### The Playbook for Responsible Industry Transformation Members of the Global Lighthouse Network are applying advanced technologies to increase supply chain resilience, augment green measures and boost workforce engagement while bolstering productivity. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-lighthouse-network-the-playbook-for-responsible-industry-transformation/) ### Unlocking Sustainability Through 4IR This paper challenges the notion that environmental responsibility is inherently at odds with productivity and, by extension, profitability. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-lighthouse-network-unlocking-sustainability-through-4ir/) ### Reimagining Operations for Growth By shifting to models that leverage greater transparency into customer needs, advanced companies are implementing new use cases, such as those enabling mass customization with unprecedented speed-to-market. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-lighthouse-network-reimagining-operations-for-growth/) ### Four Durable Shifts for a Great Reset in Manufacturing Global Lighthouse Network members are demonstrating how to engage durable shifts across varied industries and production contexts. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-lighthouse-network-four-durable-shifts-for-a-great-reset-in-manufacturing/) ### Insights from the Forefront of the Fourth Industrial Revolution 14 organizations have extended their Fourth Industrial Revolution innovation journeys through the end-to-end (E2E) value chain. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-lighthouse-network-insights-from-the-forefront-of-the-fourth-industrial-revolution/) ### Beacons of Technology and Innovation in Manufacturing Three technological megatrends are the principal drivers of the transformation in production: connectivity, intelligence and flexible automation. [Read the report](https://www.weforum.org/publications/fourth-industrial-revolution-beacons-of-technology-and-innovation-in-manufacturing/) ## Discover more about the Global Lighthouse Network [View More](#) ## Featured Content ### Industry leaders are driving the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/impact/advanced-tecnologies-manufacturing-factories-scaling-innovations/) ### The future of manufacturing: insights from industry leaders When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/videos/series/the-future-of-manufacturing) ### 114 down, 10 million to go: The Global Lighthouse Network’s mission When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/operations/our-insights/114-down-10-million-to-go-the-global-lighthouse-networks-mission#/) ### 4 ways the food and consumer goods industries can decarbonize their supply chains When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2022/11/food-consumer-goods-supply-chains-decarbonization/) ### Amid Recession Fears, These Factories Are Boosting Productivity, Sustainability and Resilient Supply Chains When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/press/2022/10/amid-recession-fears-these-factories-are-boosting-productivity-sustainability-and-resilient-supply-chains) ### Global Lighthouses are revolutionizing the world of sustainable manufacturing - but what exactly are they? When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/10/lighthouses-sustainability-manufacturing-4ir-technologies/) ## Our announcements and launches ## PRESS RELEASEGlobal Lighthouse Network 2026: World Economic Forum Recognizes 15 new sites driving holistic transformation in manufacturing In June 2026, the World Economic Forum welcomes 15 new members of the Global Lighthouse Network, a community of now 238 leading industry sites pioneering cutting-edge technologies in manufacturing. [Read our latest announcement](https://www.weforum.org/press/2026/06/new-global-lighthouse-sites-demonstrate-how-ai-is-rewiring-manufacturing-and-supply-chains/) ## Featured Content ### The Forum Recognizes 12 New Sites Driving Holistic Transformation in Manufacturing These sites leverage digital technologies at scale to deliver outstanding results in productivity, supply-chain resilience, talent, sustainability and customer centricity. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/press/2025/09/global-lighthouse-network-2025-world-economic-forum-recognizes-12-new-sites-driving-holistic-transformation-in-manufacturing/) ### Global Lighthouse Network 2025: World Economic Forum Recognizes Companies Transforming Manufacturing through Innovation The World Economic Forum announces today that 17 innovative industrial sites have joined the Global Lighthouse Network, expanding the community to 189 leading production facilities and value chains that harness digital technologies at scale to achieve exceptional performance in productivity, supply chain resilience, customer centricity, sustainability and talent. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/press/2025/01/global-lighthouse-network-2025-world-economic-forum-recognizes-companies-transforming-manufacturing-through-innovation/) ### The Forum Recognizes Leading Companies Transforming Global Manufacturing with AI Innovation The World Economic Forum welcomes 22 new members of the Global Lighthouse Network, a community of 172 industry leaders pioneering the use of cutting-edge Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies in manufacturing. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/press/2024/10/world-economic-forum-recognizes-leading-companies-transforming-global-manufacturing-with-ai-innovation-bcdb574963/) ### Factories of the Future Show How to Apply AI to Benefit People, Planet and Performance The World Economic Forum announces 21 new members of the Global Lighthouse Network, a community of manufacturers that shows leadership in using Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies, including artificial intelligence.Four additional manufacturing sites are selected as Sustainability Lighthouses for their sustainability-focused technology breakthroughs.The Global Lighthouse Network also releases a new white paper showcasing how its members are working to scale up the positive impact of AI on society. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/press/2023/12/factories-of-the-future-show-how-to-apply-ai-to-benefit-people-planet-and-performance/) ### Against Economic Headwinds, 18 Manufacturing Lighthouses Show How to Boost Productivity and Sustainability by Scaling Advanced Technologies across Networks [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/press/2023/01/against-economic-headwinds-18-manufacturing-lighthouses-show-how-to-boost-productivity-and-sustainability-by-scaling-advanced-technologies-across-networks/) ### Factories of the future call for responsible scaling that prioritizes planet and people When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/press/2022/03/factories-of-the-future-call-for-responsible-scaling-that-prioritizes-the-planet-and-people/) ### Lighthouses boost sustainability with Fourth Industrial Revolution transformation World Economic Forum announces almost 100 of these advanced manufacturing sites and value chains in the Global Lighthouse Network, a community of world leading manufacturers advancing next levels of efficiency and sustainability through innovation [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/press/2021/09/lighthouses-boost-sustainability-with-fourth-industrial-revolution-transformation/) ### New Factories of the Future Light the Way of ‘Next Normal’ in Manufacturing When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/press/2020/09/new-factories-of-the-future-light-the-way-of-next-normal-in-manufacturing) ### Sustainability at Scale: 18 New Factories of the Future Drive Impact in the Fourth Industrial Revolution When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/press/2020/01/sustainability-at-scale-18-new-factories-of-the-future-drive-impact-in-the-fourth-industrial-revolution/) ### Scaling Intelligent Manufacturing: 10 Factories Leading the Way in Innovation When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/press/2019/07/scaling-intelligent-manufacturing-10-factories-leading-the-way-in-innovation/) ### From Steel to Smartphones, Meet the Forum’s New Factories of the Future When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/press/2019/01/from-steel-to-smartphones-meet-the-forum-s-new-factories-of-the-future/)