In a keynote speech delivered at the 2017 Global Sensor and Internet of Things Industry Summit and the opening ceremony of SENSOR CHINA, Mr. Yang Xueshan, former deputy minister of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and honorary chairman of the China Sensors and Internet of Things Alliance, emphasized the critical role of perception in driving digital transformation. His speech, titled “Perception Drives Digital Transformation,†was structured into three key parts, each offering deep insights into the evolving landscape of sensor technology and its broader implications.
Mr. Yang began by explaining why he chose the theme of "sensing to promote digital transformation." He pointed out that over recent years, numerous new technologies and concepts—such as cloud computing, big data, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things—have emerged rapidly. However, he stressed the importance of looking beyond these surface-level innovations to understand the fundamental drivers behind them. According to him, all these transformations begin with perception. This initial step generates a core data chain, which, when seamlessly accumulated and maintained over time, leads to more significant, lasting, and effective changes.
To illustrate this point, Mr. Yang used the example of Sany Heavy Industry’s excavators. These machines are equipped with sensors that continuously report their operational status—from power systems to mechanical components—to a central platform. This data is then analyzed by an intelligent manufacturing system, allowing for predictive maintenance and preventing potential failures before they occur. The result is a highly efficient operation, where thousands of devices function like a “living organism.†This level of performance, he argued, is only possible through robust perception capabilities.
In the second part of his talk, Mr. Yang discussed the evolution of sensing technology and proposed changing the term “sensing†to “perception.†He explained that while “sensing†refers simply to data collection, “perception†involves understanding the meaning behind that data. The true purpose of IoT applications is not just to gather information but to process it and use it for feedback and control. Separating sensing from processing, he noted, increases costs and limits the effectiveness of sensor systems. Therefore, he urged a shift from passive sensing to active perception, emphasizing that biological systems—like human vision—do not merely sense; they perceive with purpose and intent.
Finally, Mr. Yang addressed the need for the sensor industry to reorient its supply chain and ecosystem. He highlighted that many sensor developments occur in isolation, without sufficient communication with end-users such as equipment manufacturers or system integrators. This lack of collaboration often results in products that fail to meet real-world needs, leading to poor user experiences and limited adoption. To address this, he called for closer integration between sensor developers and application-oriented stakeholders, ensuring that technological advancements are driven by practical demands.
In closing, Mr. Yang expressed strong confidence in the future of the Chinese sensor industry. He described the current moment as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and urged all stakeholders to seize it. With the right strategies, collaboration, and focus on perception-driven innovation, he believed the industry could achieve remarkable growth and global influence.
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