The New Balance Smart Lean Workshop 2026 was held in Vietnam on August 25–26, 2026.

This annual summit, centered on Lean Manufacturing, brought together New Balance’s key manufacturing partners in Vietnam, factory partners from China and Indonesia, and a select group of invited suppliers — with GBOS among them.

An In-Depth Dialogue on Lean Manufacturing

Over the two-day workshop, factory representatives shared real-world insights, invited suppliers showcased advanced technologies, and participants visited model factories to explore lean manufacturing practices firsthand.

No empty talk—just real discussions around cost, delivery, and quality, the challenges that truly matter in manufacturing.

From GBOS’s perspective, the greatest value of this summit was the opportunity to see where the industry is heading.

Smart Equipment × Localized Services

Southeast Asian manufacturing is shifting from capacity-driven growth to efficiency-driven growth.

As labor and material costs continue to rise, orders become increasingly fragmented and delivery timelines more demanding. Traditional, labor-intensive production is reaching its limits.

Lean Manufacturing is no longer a competitive advantage—it’s a must.

And for Lean Manufacturing to truly take root, it takes more than just a concept—it requires a practical, end-to-end system where smart equipment and localized services work hand in hand.

This is the core strategy behind GBOS’s long-term commitment to the Vietnam market.

Backed by its localized service network, GBOS delivers more than just equipment. From installation and commissioning to operator training and ongoing maintenance, GBOS provides end-to-end support throughout the entire lifecycle—bringing solutions to the factory floor and staying alongside customers to ensure they are fully implemented, optimized, and running smoothly.

Equipment is just the starting point. The real value lies in making cost reduction, efficiency gains, and consistent quality a reality on the factory floor.

Bringing Chinese Intelligent Manufacturing to Southeast Asia

Lean Manufacturing is a marathon—not about who starts fastest, but who can go the distance.

From Vietnam to Southeast Asia as a whole, more and more factories are embracing this journey toward lean manufacturing.

What GBOS aims to do is stand alongside these manufacturers every step of the way, making “Chinese Intelligent Manufacturing” a trusted name across Southeast Asia’s thriving manufacturing landscape.