How China’s innovation system really works
As debate grows over whether China is winning the technology race, executives should focus instead on how its innovation system is designed – and what that means for competition....
Rajashree Rane is a Worldwide BD and AI strategist & advisor to Retail and Consumer goods (RCG) leaders at Amazon Web Services (AWS), where she helps enterprises harness GenAI and cloud transformation to drive growth, enhance customer experiences, and optimize operations. With a career spanning RCG companies including Unilever, Amazon, and AWS, she brings deep expertise in translating AI innovation into measurable business outcomes. She is a board member of the Luxury 2050 Forum, where she explores how cloud innovation, AI, and sustainable technologies can reshape luxury experiences while preserving heritage. She holds an MBA from IMD Business School.
February 16, 2026 • by Mark J. Greeven in Strategy • 7 min read
As debate grows over whether China is winning the technology race, executives should focus instead on how its innovation system is designed – and what that means for competition....
February 16, 2026 • by Howard Yu, Jialu Shan, Lawrence Tempel in Innovation • 11 min read
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February 16, 2026 • by Zhike Lei in Human Resources • 11 min read
Some of China’s most profitable companies have thrived by piling pressure on workers – sometimes with tragic results. Zhike Lei outlines how multinationals can design work that avoids burnout and exploitation. ...
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