teisesektor
The teisesektor, or secondary sector, is the part of an economy that converts raw materials and inputs from the primary sector into finished goods and infrastructure. It includes manufacturing, processing, construction, and, in many classifications, certain utility activities such as energy generation and distribution. The teisesektor sits between the primary sector (extraction and agriculture) and the tertiary sector (services) in the common three-sector model of economic activity.
Key characteristics of the teisesektor are its emphasis on production processes, capital intensity, and technology use.
The teisesektor plays a central role in economic development and export performance. It contributes to GDP
Historically, the teisesektor expanded rapidly during the Industrial Revolution and continues to evolve with automation, digital
See also: primary sector, tertiary sector, three-sector model, deindustrialization.