The Make In Vietnam Awards — organized annually by Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology — is where the country’s most impactful digital products earn national recognition. The 2025 edition brought a landmark moment for NTQ Factory: NxFactory, its smart manufacturing platform, took home the Silver Award among the nation’s outstanding digital solutions.

More than a trophy, this recognition carries weight. Make In Vietnam evaluates entries against rigorous criteria: real-world applicability, measurable business impact, and competitive readiness in international markets. Earning Silver in this field validates NxFactory not just as a promising product, but as a mature, deployable solution capable of driving meaningful change on the factory floor.

[NxFactory Granted Silver Award At Make In Vietnam 2025]

The Problem NxFactory Was Built to Solve

To understand why this recognition matters, it helps to understand the pressure manufacturers are operating under right now.

Global supply chains have never been more volatile. Product lifecycles are shrinking. Customer demand for customization is rising. And skilled manufacturing talent remains in short supply across the region. Traditional production management systems — built for a more predictable era — were never designed to handle this level of complexity.

NxFactory addresses this gap directly. Rather than digitizing existing processes, the platform enables manufacturers to fundamentally rethink how factories operate, sense, and decide. It connects the shop floor to the control room to the boardroom — creating a continuous intelligence loop across every layer of production.

Core capabilities include:

• Automated real-time data acquisition from machines and production lines
• Equipment condition monitoring with early fault detection
• AI-powered predictive insights to stay ahead of disruptions
• Intelligent production planning that adapts to live operational data
• Multi-dimensional reporting and dashboards for operational leadership

The result is a shift from reactive firefighting to proactive optimization — and from gut-feel decisions to data-backed confidence.

Measured Results, Not Just Features

Make In Vietnam doesn’t reward ambition alone — it rewards outcomes. NxFactory’s track record in live deployments demonstrates exactly that:

These figures come from real factory environments, where every percentage point translates directly into margin, capacity, and competitive advantage.

Mr. Nguyen Huu An, Vice CEO of NTQ Factory, put it plainly: “This recognition affirms our vision to build a technology platform that enables manufacturers to operate leaner, gain real-time visibility into data, and compete confidently across global value chains.”

[Mr. Nguyen Huu An, Vice CEO of NTQ Factory]

Three Consecutive Years on Vietnam’s Innovation Stage

The 2025 Silver Award doesn’t stand alone — it’s the latest chapter in a consistent record of national recognition:

2023 — Gold Award for NTQ’s Global Development Center (GDC)
In its first-ever Make In Vietnam entry, NTQ claimed the top honor in the Outstanding Digital Products for Foreign Markets category. The GDC model now serves clients across more than 20 countries, delivering specialized technology from Vietnam to global markets.

2024 — Top 10 New Digital Technology Products for NxUniverse
NTQ’s comprehensive Generative AI ecosystem earned recognition for its cross-industry versatility and its potential to transform how organizations work with knowledge and information.

2025 — Silver Award for NxFactory
The smart manufacturing platform extends NTQ’s innovation track record into one of the most demanding and strategically critical sectors in the regional economy.

Taken together, these wins tell a deliberate story: NTQ has built innovation capability across three distinct technology domains — global delivery infrastructure, AI ecosystems, and manufacturing intelligence — without losing depth or quality in any of them.

Why This Matters Beyond One Company

For years, Vietnam’s smart manufacturing software market has been dominated by international platforms designed for Western or East Asian factory contexts. NxFactory is changing that equation.

Built by a Vietnamese team, for manufacturers operating in the region’s specific economic and operational context, NxFactory offers something global platforms often can’t: deep local relevance without sacrificing technical sophistication. The Make In Vietnam Silver Award is independent confirmation that the platform meets international standards — not just local ones.

This has practical implications for manufacturers evaluating digital transformation investments. A locally developed, nationally recognized solution means lower integration barriers, more accessible support, stronger cultural alignment, and a partner that understands the nuances of doing business in Vietnam and Southeast Asia.

What Comes Next

NTQ Factory is committed to deepening NxFactory’s capabilities — expanding AI-driven features, broadening integration support, and scaling the platform’s reach into new markets beyond Vietnam. The ambition isn’t only to serve domestic manufacturers well, but to demonstrate that Make In Vietnam technology can compete and win in international markets.

The 2025 Silver Award marks a milestone. The road ahead is about turning that milestone into momentum.

Exploring digital transformation for your factory? Get in touch with the NTQ Factory team to learn how NxFactory can address your specific manufacturing challenges.

Jointly organized by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and Sunwah Group, the event served as a valuable platform for enterprises seeking deeper market understanding and long-term partnerships in Vietnam.

Vietnam Market Entry Opportunities In A Growing Technology Ecosystem

As part of the event, NTQ Factory delivered a presentation titled:

“Vietnam’s Science & Technology Ecosystem and Co-creation Opportunities in the New Era.”

During the session, NTQ Factory highlighted Vietnam’s transformation from a manufacturing-focused economy into an emerging innovation and technology hub in Southeast Asia.

Several factors continue to strengthen Vietnam market entry opportunities for international businesses:

• Strong foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows
• Rapid digital economy growth
• Expanding innovation ecosystem
• Accelerating smart manufacturing adoption
• Young and highly skilled workforce
• Extensive global trade connectivity

Today, Vietnam’s digital economy contributes more than 14% of GDP and is supported by over 70,000 digital technology companies, creating favorable conditions for global investors and technology enterprises.

Key Considerations For Successful Vietnam Market Entry

Drawing from NTQ’s 15-year globalization journey, the company shared practical lessons on what businesses need to succeed when entering new markets.

According to NTQ Factory, successful Vietnam market entry requires more than financial investment. Companies must also develop strong localization capabilities and establish meaningful relationships within the local business ecosystem.

Key success factors include:

• Understanding local market dynamics
• Building strong local teams
• Developing localization strategies
• Establishing strategic partnerships
• Adapting business models to customer needs

The discussion emphasized that sustainable growth comes from collaboration and adaptability rather than simply replicating existing business models.

The Shift Toward Co-Creation In Vietnam Market Entry Strategies

One of the central themes presented by NTQ Factory was the growing shift from traditional investment approaches toward FDI + Local Co-Creation models.

Instead of bringing existing solutions directly into a new market, enterprises are increasingly choosing to collaborate with local partners to:

• Accelerate adaptation
• Reduce operational risks
• Improve innovation capabilities
• Better understand customer expectations
• Build long-term competitiveness

The session also highlighted several trends shaping Vietnam’s business environment:

• Cross-industry collaboration ecosystems
• Smart manufacturing development
• Supply chain diversification
• Regional business hub expansion
• Knowledge exchange between global and local enterprises

These trends are redefining how companies approach Vietnam market entry and long-term expansion in Southeast Asia.

How NTQ Factory Supports Vietnam Market Entry And Global Growth

As Vietnam continues strengthening its position in the global technology landscape, NTQ Factory shared how it helps enterprises navigate market expansion and technology transformation.

NTQ Factory focuses on four strategic areas:

Understanding Vietnamese Operations

Helping businesses shorten their learning curve through local insights, operational expertise, and ecosystem connections.

Expanding Into Global Markets

Supporting enterprises in leveraging Vietnam as a strategic regional hub for international growth.

Co-Developing Technology

Facilitating technology and R&D collaboration to accelerate innovation and competitiveness.

Connecting Diverse Supply

Helping organizations diversify supply networks and improve adaptability in a changing global environment.

Strengthening Vietnam – China Business Collaboration

Beyond knowledge sharing, the Vietnam – China Investment & Technology Business Exchange 2026 created valuable opportunities for networking and business matching between enterprises from both countries.

For organizations considering Vietnam market entry, the event demonstrated the importance of ecosystem collaboration, localization, and co-creation in achieving sustainable growth.

Through its participation, NTQ Factory reaffirmed its commitment to supporting international businesses, accelerating digital transformation, and strengthening collaboration across Vietnam’s technology and manufacturing ecosystem.