In an industrial economy, the production of tangible goods and infrastructure plays a central role. This type of economy has traditionally been seen as a key factor in the development of advanced economies. However, in recent times, advanced economies have begun to shift towards the production of intangible value, such as services, social infrastructure, and information technology. This change reflects the evolving nature of the global economy and the increasing importance of intangible forms of value.
The following are common examples of infrastructure.
| Airports | Bridges |
| Broadcast Services | Canals |
| Clinics | Coastal Structures |
| Communication Services | Consumer Protection |
| Cycling Paths | Delivery Services |
| Disaster Resilience Structures | Docks |
| Electrical Grids | Financial Markets |
| Financial Systems | Firefighting Services |
| Green Roofs | Green Space |
| Highways | Hospitals |
| Information Services | Internet Services |
| Irrigation Systems | Justice Systems |
| Libraries | Long-term Care Facilities |
| Medical Labs | Parks |
| Police Services | Ports |
| Postal Services | Public Lighting |
| Public Space | Recreational Facilities |
| Recycling Services | Research Facilities |
| Roads | Schools |
| Science Facilities | Sidewalks |
| Solar Panels | Technology Platforms |
| Train Services | Train Stations |
| Tunnels | Universities |
| Utilities | Waste Management Services |
| Water Services | Wind Turbines |
