Company Visit to HYC: Insights for Summer School Students

17 Jul 2024

On July 12, 2024, as the first company visit in the summer school programme "Doing business in changing China" jointly organized by the International Business School Suzhou (IBSS) at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, 74 summer school students, carried out al visit to Suzhou HYC Technology Co., Ltd.

Suzhou HYC Technology Co., Ltd., is a leading provider of industrial testing equipment and turnkey solutions, mainly engaged in the R&D, production and sales of testing equipment for flat panel display, intelligent wearable, semiconductor and automotive electronics.

This enterprise has achieved remarkable accomplishments and accumulated rich experience in technological innovation and industrial development. This visit aimed to provide students with a precious opportunity to closely engage with a cutting-edge technology enterprise, understand industry trends, and learn about intelligent manufacturing in enterprises.

During the visit, the students received a warm reception from HYC. The company arranged a professional moderator who detailed the enterprise's development history, core technologies, product applications, and market layout. The students gained a deeper understanding of HYC's innovative achievements and competitive advantages in the fields of semiconductor testing equipment and intelligent manufacturing, and had a more intuitive perception of the R&D investment, innovation-driven approach, and market expansion of high-tech enterprises.

Subsequently, the students visited the company's R&D center and production workshop, witnessing advanced production equipment and efficient production processes.

XJTLU has always been committed to cultivating business talents with an international perspective and an innovative spirit. This company visit not only broadened the students' horizons and increased their knowledge but also provided them with a practical platform that combines classroom theoretical knowledge with actual enterprise operations. Through direct contact with the enterprise, the students have clearer learning goals and career directions, and their innovative thinking and entrepreneurial enthusiasm have been stimulated.

After the visit, Simon Hallermeier from University of Applied Sciences Neu-Ulm (Germany) mentioned, "This visit to HYC was truly staggering. I was impressed by the application of advanced technology and efficient management in HYC's smart factory. It highlighted the crucial role of continuous innovation and the pursuit of quality in the business world and reinforced the notion that adaptability and a forward-looking mindset are essential for enterprises to remain competitive. Moreover, the experience has strengthened my understanding of the Chinese technological business landscape and increased my motivation to further increase my professional knowledge.”

For the students’ future career development, this visit is yet another useful building block in helping the students’ understanding of the crucial role of continuous business innovation for the Chinese economy.

17 Jul 2024