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FeatureAudi’s future supply chain: Designed to combine logistics, automation and people
Dieter Braun knows where Audi’s supply chain and logistics should develop over the next decade, even if technology and conditions vary by plant and region.
FeatureAudi’s supply chain organisation: Logistics at 360 degrees
Under Dieter Braun, Audi’s Supply Chain function is highly integrated with objectives closely aligned to the carmaker’s 360factory strategy.
FeatureInfographic: Audi’s production network and supply chain
Audi’s manufacturing and logistics network spans multiple continents and is undergoing significant changes. Learn more about each location and supporting logistics.
FeatureAudi supply chain series: Adding value through logistics
In this special interview and series, Audi head of supply chain Dieter Braun reveals how logistics can add value through a holistic view.
NewsStellantis appoints new leaders for vehicle logistics and fleet operations in North America
Tammy Ruelland now leads vehicle logistics in North America whilst Maya Tumilowski heads up in-house truck fleet operations at FCAT and ATS.
NewsUK government to review EV plans, Stellantis closes Vauxhall plant
UK government fast-tracks EV mandate review as Stellantis closes Luton plant, amid challenges in electric vehicle supply and demand.
FeatureStellantis moves supply chain from purchasing to manufacturing in leadership reshuffle
The carmaker has announced executive changes that include the supply chain and logistics organisation now reporting to manufacturing chief Arnaud Deboeuf
VideoRed Sofa Interview | Gabriel Mair, GKN Automotive on disruption management
Explore GKN Automotive’s approach to supply chain management through the lens of people and agility.
VideoRed Sofa Interview | Mike Tickle, JLR on supply chain transformation
Mike Tickle reveals how JLR is transforming its supply chain through flexibility, collaboration, and innovative AI-driven solutions to meet global demand
VideoRed Sofa Interview | Mercedes Figueroa, Stellantis, on AI and digitalisation in logistics
Mercedes Figueroa from Stellantis North America shares how the automaker is harnessing the power of AI and the Internet of Things (IoT) to transform its supply chain.
VideoRed Sofa Interview | Criss Edwards, Unipart on transforming the auto industry
Criss Edwards from Unipart talks to AL’s Chris Ludwig on how 3PLs are driving the future of EV supply chains.
NewsStellantis plants to scale AI solutions, logistics automation
Chief manufacturing officer Arnaud Deboeuf reveals AI projects with partners for digital twins and retrofitting equipment, including for plant logistics.
NewsEV expert Amy Paulsen leads GM’s global vehicle logistics
Paulsen brings experience from Tesla, Rivian and Lucid to GM’s vehicle logistics, as Cristina Learman takes a position in purchasing program management
NewsBMW’s Ulrich Wieland to lead Spartanburg logistics; Oliver Bilstein changes to overseas supply
BMW’s Wieland will lead logistics and material control in Spartanburg, as Bilstein leads overseas supply, responsible for global kits and parts shipments
NewsSchad replaces Schober as head of Toyota North America service parts
Michael Schad now leads Toyota North America’s aftersales logistics; Mike Schober, who helped pioneer faster parts order-to-delivery to dealers, has retired.
NewsMarcio Lucon to lead GM’s global logistics as Renee Wawrzynski retires
Lucon takes over logistics and containers after leading purchasing in South America; Wawrzynski helped restore stability and ink agreements with rail providers.
VideoRed Sofa Interview | Nissan’s Gerardo de la Torre on cyber security and digital action plans for automotive supply chains
Nissan’s Gerardo de la Torre talks cyber security, increased visibility and digital action plans for the automotive supply chain
VideoRed Sofa Interview | Logen Lytle, Honda on organisational change to enable supply chain digitalisation
Logen Lytle, talks organisational change and restructuring business units to enable and enhance digitalisation in the automotive supply chain.
VideoRed Sofa Interview | Vinturas’ Ronald Kleijwegt on interoperability and private blockchain in automotive logistics
Vinturas’ Kleijwegt spoke on the Red Sofa at ALSC Digital Strategies North America 2024 about barriers to interoperability and gaining trust in sharing data
VideoAutomotive Logistics & Supply Chain Digital Strategies North America - Day two wrap-up
As Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Digital Strategies North America 2024 comes to a close, joim us to take a look at all the inspiring content of the day. From discussions on supply chain transformation, to advancements in technology and what the automotive logistics sector of the future will look like.