ARC Advisory Group Appoints Jason Dong as Senior Analyst in Shanghai Office

DEDHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ARC Advisory Group (www.arcweb.com) today announced that Jason Dong has joined ARC’s Shanghai office in China as a senior analyst. Mr. Dong has extensive experience in the Chinese manufacturing automation industry.

“China is one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing markets for industrial automation and related technologies and services,” commented Andy Chatha, ARC’s president and founder. Many of our global clients are looking to expand their footprints in China, both as a base for low-cost manufacturing for global markets and to increase their participation in the large local Chinese market. Jason’s extensive background in developing, applying, and marketing automation technology and services and his intimate knowledge of the Chinese market will enable ARC to better serve our global customers interested in serving the Chinese manufacturing, energy, and utility sectors. We also look forward to expanding our own client base of domestic Chinese automation suppliers, end-users, and owner-operators.”

“The global economic situation and rising labor, transportation, and material costs are placing pressure on manufacturers in China to employ global best practices. Mr. Dong brings the automation expertise and understanding of the unique features of the local market. These are critical to helping companies develop effective automation strategies. We are pleased to have him join our team,” said Jared Malarsky, ARC’s China Business Manager.

Mr. Dong earned an MBA degree at Zhejiang University and a Bachelor’s degree from Changchun University of Science and Technology. Prior to joining ARC’s Chinese organization, Mr. Dong served as sales manager and later as marketing manager for greater China for B&R Industrial Automation (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. He will serve as a senior analyst in ARC’s Shanghai office where he will conduct research, speak at industry conferences, and write reports on trends in the Chinese manufacturing, energy, and utilities industries.

About ARC Advisory Group

Founded in 1986, Dedham, Massachusetts-based ARC Advisory Group (www.arcweb.com) has grown to become the thought leader in manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain solutions.

For further information, contact ARC, Three Allied Drive, Dedham, MA 02026; Phone: 781-471-1000; E-mail: info@arcweb.com. In the People’s Republic of China, contact ARC’s Shanghai office via phone at 011-86-21-6387-0622.