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The world is poised on the cusp of an economic and cultural shift as dramatic as that of the Industrial Revolution.

The industrial revolution in the new century is, in essence, a scientific and technological revolution, and breaking through the cutting edge is a shortcut to the building of an economic giant.

Industrialization based on machinery, already referred to as a characteristic of our age, is but one aspect of the revolution that is being wrought by technology.

The Industrial Revolution caused a centuries-long shift in power to the West; globalization is now shifting the balance again.

I am always struck by the fact that human awareness of our place in nature, like so much of modern science, began with the Industrial Revolution.

I'm fascinated by the period that goes from the Industrial Revolution to right after World War II. There's something about that period that's epic and tragic.

The Industrial Revolution has two phases: one material, the other social; one concerning the making of things, the other concerning the making of men.

One of the things that I'm fascinated about generally is the rise and fall of everything, from civilizations to families to companies.

The industrial revolution that defined the first half of the 20 century marked the start of modern business, typified by high-volume, large-scale organizations. Mechanization created a culture of business derived from the capabilities and needs of the time.

I believe that, if managed well, the Fourth Industrial Revolution can bring a new cultural renaissance, which will make us feel part of something much larger than ourselves: a true global civilization. I believe the changes that will sweep through society can provide a more inclusive, sustainable and harmonious society. But it will not come easily.