Evidence indicates that Portuguese firms successfully adapted their operations in the face of COVID-19 containment measures.

Human-machine collaboration must have a strategic and holistic perspective to unlock its inherent value for both businesses and workers.

Circularity can offer a backbone for public policy to support industrial development amidst existing environmental and social concerns.

The circular economy proposes a profoundly different model leading to growth and jobs without compromising the environment.

Automation and reshoring mitigate risks. Industrial policies aiming to reduce dependence on global supply chains could accelerate the trend.