Viewing from the evidences of the 80 s and 90 s

it may be predicted that 21st century may will be a period in which many dreams will come true. The various significant characteristics of this century may be epitomized into a single word “speed”. Based on the predictions of the phenomena which may emerge in the world’s industrial market in early 21st century

the author trics to evaluate the challenges that may appear and puts forward some proposals with which the Chinese foundry industry may utilize to meet the challenges.