Artificial intelligence, digital technology and advanced production

Chapter 5 examines a selection of policies to enable the use of digital technology in advanced production. The first part looks at individual technologies, their uses and specific policy implications, namely artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain and 3D printing, as well as new materials and nanotechnology (development of which involves complex digital processes). The second part addresses cross-cutting policy issues relevant to digital technology and production. These are technology diffusion, connectivity and data, standards-setting processes, digital skills, access to and awareness of high-performance computing, intellectual property systems and public support for research and development. With respect to public research, particular attention is given to research on computing and AI, as well as the institutional mechanisms needed to enhance the impact of public research.