Cheng Shiu University Drives New Industry–Academia Value through AI and Sustainability, Winning Multiple Honors for Industry Support Excellence

Cheng Shiu University (CSU) has long been deeply engaged in industry–academia collaboration and industrial advisory services, consistently responding to industry needs through a practice-oriented approach and technological innovation. At the “2025 Industrial Park AI Deployment for a Sustainable Future Joint Results Presentation” organized by the Industrial Park Administration, Ministry of Economic Affairs, CSU teams delivered outstanding performance, receiving multiple accolades including the “Outstanding Synergy Team Award” and the “Excellent Key Contributor Award.” These achievements highlight the University’s critical role in advancing industrial upgrading and sustainable transformation.

Long-Term Engagement in Industrial Parks: Building Strong Collaboration Capacity

Professor Tseng Chung-Ko from the Department of Leisure and Sports Management has been actively involved in advisory services for the Dafa and Fengshan Industrial Parks for many years. Since 2013, he has participated in related programs, working closely with enterprises to gain in-depth insights into industrial needs and transformation challenges.

In response to the growing trend of traditional manufacturing shifting toward smart manufacturing, CSU teams have supported companies in building digital foundations and gradually introducing AI and smart technologies. These efforts have enhanced production efficiency while reducing energy consumption, enabling enterprises to balance economic performance with environmental responsibility during their transformation journey.

Professor Tseng emphasized that these achievements are the result of long-term team commitment and interdisciplinary collaboration, rather than individual effort—demonstrating the true spirit of industry–academia partnership.

Smart Manufacturing and Low-Carbon Transformation: Creating Sustainable Industry Models

Through concrete advisory cases, CSU has successfully assisted multiple enterprises in adopting intelligent and sustainable technologies:

• Shehdeh Industrial Co., Ltd. implemented smart manufacturing processes, improving efficiency and becoming a model case within the industrial park
• Advanced International Multitech Co., Ltd. introduced five-axis CNC and virtual manufacturing technologies
• Anderly Company optimized production processes, reducing work-in-process inventory by 52%
• Yung Chi Paint & Varnish Mfg. Co., Ltd., Shin Ho Chemical Co., Ltd., and Chung Lien Resource Corp. promoted waste reduction and circular utilization

These outcomes demonstrate not only the practical value of AI applications, but also align with global trends toward low-carbon development and the circular economy. Industrial transformation is thus not merely about upgrading, but about achieving sustainability.

Integrating Talent Development with Industry: Creating a Positive Cycle

CSU emphasizes a “learning by doing, doing by learning” educational philosophy. Through industry–academia collaboration and internship programs, students participate in real enterprise projects during their studies, gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Many graduates transition directly into employment with partner companies, forming a virtuous cycle of talent cultivation → industry demand → educational feedback. At the same time, industrial park enterprises are increasingly valuing international students and overseas Chinese talent, reflecting the growing demand for diverse talent and the trend toward globalization.

Building a Southern Taiwan AI Transformation Hub: Looking Ahead

In response to the rapid advancement of AI, the Ministry of Economic Affairs is actively promoting digital transformation and AI adoption across industries, with plans to establish AI promotion centers in northern, central, and southern Taiwan.

CSU is proactively aligning with this initiative by integrating faculty expertise in information management and computer science to establish an AI advisory team. Moving forward, the University aims to become a key technical hub for supporting AI-driven transformation among enterprises in southern Taiwan, further expanding the impact of industry–academia collaboration.

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