The westernization movement is a famous innovation movement in the modern history of our country. Ding Richang as a pioneer, innovator and doer plays a significant role in this westernization movement. During the different phases of the construction of the Jiangnan Manufacturing Bureau, Ding Richang actively involved, is one of the agency's actual founder. Many of Ding's ideas about the coast defense in modern times are in accordance with the requirements of the national modernization. Ding also promotes the start and development of modern new shipping industry in our country. On the education modernization, Ding Richang puts forward some bold proposals for the imperial examination system, and actively contributes to the program of going abroad to study. Ding Richang plays a role that cannot be neglected in the westernization movement.