Regardless of location, the automotive supply chain remains tumultuous, as evidenced by the upheavals triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, the subsequent semiconductor shortage, labor issues, global transportation hurdles, and geopolitical tensions. Reflecting on a conversation with a seasoned supply chain expert—a former U.S. ambassador to Germany—about a year pre-pandemic, it was evident that supply chains, […]
In the fast-paced and highly competitive automotive industry, efficiency and precision are paramount. Automotive manufacturers continually seek ways to optimize their production processes, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) integrations with automotive sequencing software have emerged as a game-changer. Automotive sequencing software plays a crucial role in orchestrating the precise and synchronized flow of components and […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of the automotive industry, suppliers play a crucial role in shaping the future of transportation. They are the backbone of the sector, providing automakers with the essential components and technologies that make vehicles safer, more efficient, and smarter. In recent years, automotive suppliers have been rapidly adopting Industry 4.0 principles to […]
In the ever-evolving world of automotive manufacturing, staying ahead of the competition and meeting consumer demands require embracing cutting-edge technologies that enhance efficiency, productivity and product quality. Widespread adoption of Manufacturing Execution System technology revolutionized automotive manufacturing, moving from paper-based processes and manual tracking and reporting. Once introduced, MES technology provided the backbone of modern […]
Industry 4.0 – the Fourth Industrial Revolution – I4.0 is well underway and already reshaping various aspects of manufacturing, supply chain and customer experience. Smart Manufacturing and Automation are leading the way with I4.0 in automotive manufacturing by integrating automation, data analytics, and the Internet of Things (IoT) into production processes. “Smart Factories” equipped with […]
Just in Time (JIT), Just in Sequence (JIS), and Batch Build are three different manufacturing techniques used by automotive suppliers depending on OEM requirements. All three are critical in meeting supply chain demands as the last mile of the supplier network for automotive manufacturing. Just in Time (JIT): JIT is a manufacturing process in which […]
Electric vehicles are paving the way of the automotive future. We are early into EV adoption and the road will be long and winding over the next couple of decades as electrification takes hold and ICEs are phased out. It’s not going to happen overnight and there will be parallel lanes for both EVs and […]
Without a doubt the last three years have been some of the most challenging times for the automotive industry. Outside of financial conditions, such as in 2008, the list of challenges is long, with supply chain disruptions leading the way, most notably related to the chip shortage. However, other factors have significantly impacted production capabilities […]
The supply chain challenges are changing many of the traditional processes and methods of supplier-OEM demand and delivery. This article from Industry Week highlights the how all stakeholders are changing the ways in which they work together and are addressing the needs of greater collaboration, partnership and innovation: Digging Into The Shifting Sands of Supplier-OEM […]
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