Hands-on Experience at Ford Vietnam’s Factory
During the program, Mr. Do Van Quyet, Head of the Body Welding Shop, provided an overview of the factory’s operations, giving participants a more practical perspective on the production environment and operational management within an industrial enterprise.
the factory’s production activities.
The factory tour provided students and the startup community with an opportunity to gain first-hand exposure to production processes and learn about the requirements for work organization and production line operations. This experience helped participants connect their academic knowledge with practical applications, particularly in mechanical engineering, automotive manufacturing, automation and supporting industries.
In addition, discussions on innovation within the factory helped participants better understand the importance of process improvement, technology adoption and the development of solutions that address the practical needs of industrial production.
From the Production Environment to Career Development Opportunities
A key focus of Hai Phong – Creative Startup Café No. 22 was exploring collaboration opportunities for students, recruitment needs, and internship and employment opportunities at the company.
Ms. Dao Thi Thiem, Human Resources Specialist, shared insights into basic recruitment requirements, helping participants gain a better understanding of the company’s workforce needs, career orientation and the skills required to meet labor market demands.
For students, direct exposure to real-world working environments helps them shape their career goals, identify essential skills and proactively prepare for entering the labor market.
For lecturers and educational institutions, experiential activities at enterprises provide opportunities to understand employers’ practical needs, thereby helping strengthen the connection between training activities and workforce development requirements.
For the startup community, the factory tour offers an opportunity to gain first-hand insights into production operations, identify challenges arising in business operations and explore innovative ideas that can be applied in the industrial sector.
Innovation – A Driving Force for Improving Production Efficiency
A highlight of the program was a discussion on innovation in industrial production, linked to actual operations at the factory. Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Huy, Head of the Factory Innovation Development Team, joined company representatives in sharing practical perspectives on the role of innovation in the production environment.
innovation in industrial production.
Through real-life stories and experiences shared by the company, participants had the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of how innovation is driven by practical needs, with the aim of improving production processes, enhancing operational efficiency and meeting the development requirements of industrial enterprises.
The discussions highlighted that industrial innovation is not limited to adopting new technologies. It also stems from observing and identifying problems, improving working methods and seeking solutions that address practical needs. These insights also offer valuable perspectives for startups, students and others interested in research, development and the application of technology in the industrial sector.
Strengthening Connections Between Educational Institutions, Businesses and the Startup Community
Bringing Creative Startup Café activities directly to the factory reflects an approach that connects entrepreneurship with real-world production and business operations. Rather than discussing ideas in theory alone, participants had the opportunity to observe the working environment, explore businesses’ needs and gain first-hand insights into specific market requirements.
company representatives.
Through the program, connections between educational institutions, businesses and the startup community were strengthened. Businesses had the opportunity to share information about their production activities, workforce needs and cooperation plans, while students, lecturers and startups gained greater access to real-world experiences, exchanged knowledge and explored suitable opportunities for collaboration.
This also lays the groundwork for promoting practical innovation by linking idea development to business needs, while encouraging research and the application of solutions in the industrial, automotive, automation and supporting industries.
Expanding Experiential Opportunities and Spreading the Spirit of Innovation
Hai Phong – Creative Startup Café No. 22 continued to promote diverse forms of networking within the city’s innovation-driven startup ecosystem. Through the factory tour and hands-on experience at Ford Vietnam, the program enabled participants to gain first-hand exposure to the production environment, learn about business needs and broaden their perspectives on career opportunities, collaboration and the development of innovative ideas.
Strengthening connections between educational institutions, businesses and the startup community helps bring education, research and idea development closer to practical needs. In doing so, Creative Startup Café continues to provide a platform for networking, knowledge sharing and collaboration, contributing to the growth of Hai Phong’s innovation-driven startup ecosystem.
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