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ERP for Automotive Distributors

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

For example, an ERP for automotive distributors needs to include not just a standard sales function but also allow for automotive-specific processes like call-offs and contract pricing, as well as other processes like returns and lot traceability. What is automotive distribution? What is automotive distribution?

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The Value of Optimized Container Management in Complex Automotive Supply Chains

DELMIA Quintiq

For the automotive industry in particular, the transportation of goods – small, large, custom-made – needs to run as smoothly as possible. The final assembly line sets the pace in automotive manufacturing. Today’s supply chains are becoming more complex and dynamic.

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Driving Efficiency: Import Management for Auto Manufacturing

QAD

This gives automotive manufacturers a competitive advantage. It is fair to say that the automotive industry is complex to navigate. This facilitates cost-effective sourcing. As a result, many automotive companies have been hesitant to leverage this FTA. FTAs can be complex.

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Rivian Automotive Lowers 2024 Full Year Production Target

Supply Chain Matters

EV vehicle start-up Rivian Automotive cut its annual production target for this year amid reported supply shortages. In June of this year, the company garnered a financial lifeline in a reported $5 billion investment from global automotive company Volkswagen. All rights reserved.

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The Growing Need for Automotive Cybersecurity

QAD

As we advance into the new decade and the automotive industry continues to move forward with electric, autonomous and connected vehicles, we know that some doors are closing. Evolution of Automotive Technology. This is only one of the reasons that it is essential to provide the automotive industry with adequate security solutions.

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Visions of the Automotive Supply Chain Prophets

QAD

Together with Quistem Founder and President Cathy Fisher, the two of us are co-hosting “ Auto Supply Chain Prophets ,” which is the first podcast dedicated solely to global automotive supply chain issues. Our goal is to help automotive suppliers and OEMs discover hidden profits within their supply chains.

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Transforming the Automotive Supply Chain: It’s Time to Be Brave

BlueYonder

The automotive industry has shown itself to be brave in recent times, in all areas but one: the supply chain. Brave” in this context points to a never-ending stream of innovations in the automotive space. Brave” in this context points to a never-ending stream of innovations in the automotive space.