According to sources, the authoritative global business magazine Fast Company recently released its seventh annual "Best Workplaces for Innovators" list. LENOVO GROUP (00992) earned recognition for its breakthrough progress in AI technology implementation and employee innovation empowerment, marking the company's second consecutive year on this prestigious global ranking. Additionally, LENOVO GROUP was selected as an "AI Innovation Empowerment Benchmark Enterprise," a category limited to just 10 companies, joining the ranks of internationally renowned firms including Adobe, IBM, and Johnson & Johnson on the global workplace innovation honor stage.
This year's Fast Company "Best Workplaces for Innovators" list spans a wide range of sectors, encompassing entertainment, biotechnology, consumer goods, marketing, education, healthcare, and other core industries. The final selection identified 100 exemplary organizations that demonstrate both innovation capabilities and cultural excellence from nearly 1,000 participating companies. Participating enterprises were required to provide detailed explanations of their specific initiatives across multiple dimensions, including innovation investment, internal project development, and corporate culture building. The editorial team conducted comprehensive evaluations and in-depth research on all participating companies, scoring each organization. Subsequently, a professional review panel conducted secondary evaluations of high-scoring companies to determine the final rankings, ensuring the authority and fairness of the selection process throughout.
Lenovo's sustained commitment to research and development serves as the key foundation for achieving benchmark status. Fast Company specifically highlighted in its list commentary that "Lenovo currently operates 18 R&D centers and 4 AI innovation centers globally," establishing a comprehensive technology research and development network covering multiple regions and fields, providing a solid foundation for AI technology breakthroughs and practical applications.
In 2025, Lenovo's innovation achievements have further materialized with the official launch of the world's first rollable screen AI PC (ThinkBook Plus Gen 6). This product not only demonstrates Lenovo's breakthrough exploration in the integration of AI technology and hardware form factors but also validates the company's innovation culture that encourages cross-departmental collaboration and supports employees in bold experimentation—from technical concepts to product implementation, reflecting Lenovo's firm support for "breaking innovation boundaries."
Lenovo continues to increase its innovation investment, with R&D expenses growing 13% year-over-year. Currently, 25% of Lenovo's employees are dedicated to R&D or innovation-related work. Furthermore, Lenovo maintains an inclusive workplace culture and actively engages in public welfare projects, further practicing its "Smarter Technology for All" philosophy.
A LENOVO GROUP representative stated: "At Lenovo, innovation extends beyond the laboratory and has become integrated into every aspect of our corporate culture. We empower teams to break boundaries and experiment boldly, creating breakthrough technologies with customers at the center. Leveraging our 'Smarter AI for All' vision and Lenovo's Hybrid AI Advantage, we are driving the democratization of AI technology, making it more accessible, trustworthy, and seamlessly integrated into daily work and life, helping customers enhance productivity, increase agility, and build confidence for growth. This recognition from Fast Company once again validates both our employees and our mission—to empower everyone and every organization globally with smarter technology."
Fast Company Editor-in-Chief Brendan Vaughan commented: "Each year, these listed companies and leaders inspire us deeply—they prove that innovation is not accidental but achieved through the deliberate choice of 'empowering every employee.' This year's 'Best Workplaces for Innovators' demonstrates that when companies create cultures that value creativity and risk exploration, breakthrough ideas naturally emerge."