A novel approach to policy classification yields new insights.

Differences between data sources make it challenging to identify the leaders and laggards in the adoption of industrial robots.

While public interventions are crucial, global transformation requires the deep engagement and alignment of the private sector.

Novel plant-level data from Germany sheds light on the current status and the potential determinants of robot use in manufacturing factories.

The recovery of supply chains can be supported through trade policies and firm-specific initiatives.

COVID-19 struck at the core of GVC hub regions, with severe implications for international production networks.