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Manoj Tiwary at Subaru Canada on digitalisation, data platforms and scaling solutions

Subaru Canada has positioned AI and ML software as being central to its modernisation and transformation plan, with digital tools being introduced throughout the value chain. Manoj Tiwary explores the benefits such software can have in both finished vehicle and service part logistics.

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Chandan Trehan of Bosch North America on failing correctly and ensuring digital fluency

Leveraging failure can be paramount to success, especially when adopting new digital processes and tools, Trehan says.

John Godfrey at Pirelli Tire on incorporating next-gen digital management systems

Upgrades focusing on cost control, improved ROI and predictive capabilities are at the core of Pirelli Tire North America’s digitalisation strategy. John Godfrey takes to the Red Sofa to explan the supplier’s adoption of advanced data collection and management processes.

International Motors’ Paule Wandji on logistics and IT collaboration

AI, alignment and accountability – how International Motors is navigating digital change from the inside out.

Accuride’s Skotti Fietsam on increased collaboration between logistics and IT teams

Skotti Fietsam, senior vice president, supply chain and CIO at Accuride, sat down on the Red Sofa at ALSC Digital Strategies North America to share her insights into how teams in both fields can collaborate, as well as the importance of digital tools in compliance and supply chain mapping.

Nissan’s Gerardo de la Torre on using digital tools to improve supply chain visibility

The regional senior director of SCM on how Nissan has implemented its supplier visibility platform, and how he foresees it developing.

Artificially intelligent: Top 10 Red Sofa interviews on supply chain digitalisation

Updated July 3 2025 – Industry experts from GM, Nissan, BMW and more have joined us on the Red Sofa to give their opinions on digitalisation in the automotive supply chain. Check out our list of key takeaways, which will be updated as more expertise is shared.

Red Sofa interview | Nissan’s Ben Shain on optimising delivery performance and carrier collaboration

Ben Shain, senior manager of vehicle logistics at Nissan North America, shares how the carmaker is driving performance improvements across its outbound logistics network by enhancing pipeline visibility, improving forecasting, and working in close collaboration with its carrier partners.

International’s Tony Stinsa on the realities of EV truck logistics

Tony Stinsa, director of inbound and finished vehicle logistics at International, shares the logistical challenges in transporting electric commercial trucks and the innovations needed to move zero-emission vehicles more sustainably.

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Red Sofa interview | Nissan’s Todd Myers on optimising FVL through data, digital tools and holistic planning

Todd Myers, director of finished vehicle logistics North America at Nissan, shares how the carmaker is continuously optimising logistics with data-led tools, system-wide planning and a focus on agility, skills and visibility.

Red Sofa interview | GM’s Amy Paulsen shares how lessons from EV start-ups are accelerating agility, innovation and infrastructure across GM’s FVL

Amy Paulsen, director of finished vehicle logistics at GM, joins the Red Sofa at FVL North America to discuss how the company is modernising its logistics systems, digitalising its networks and strengthening EV infrastructure to support its growing electric vehicle portfolio. Drawing on her experience in EV start-ups, she highlights how GM is applying new thinking and technologies to build a more agile and resilient supply chain.

Anu Goel on how Volkswagen Group of America’s regional strategy is mitigating tariff disruption and transforming vehicle logistics

Simplified metrics, regional teamwork and agile tools: VW’s Anu Goel shares how logistics is powering resilience across borders, at this years’ FVL North America 2025 conference.

Reimagining Finished Vehicle Logistics: Highlights from FVL North America 2025

Watch all the highlights from #FVLNA 2025.

EV logistics, charging infrastructure and strategic decision-making take centre stage on the final day of FVL North America 2025

Christopher Ludwig, chief content officer at Automotive Logistics, wraps up the final day of Finished Vehicle Logistics North America 2025 with key insights into electric vehicle logistics, charging constraints, quality control and strategic resilience amid uncertainty.

Reimagining Finished Vehicle Logistics: Key Themes from Day 1 at FVL North America 2025

Christopher Ludwig, chief content officer at Automotive Logistics, wraps up the first full day of sessions at Finished Vehicle Logistics North America 2025. From regional strategies to VIN-level visibility, he reflects on how the sector is reimagining itself in the face of continuous disruption, evolving partnerships and rising quality expectations.

FVL North America 2025 opens with optimism, strategy and connection amid trade uncertainty

Christopher Ludwig shares insights from the welcome drinks reception of FVL North America 2025, as the vehicle logistics sector tackles tariffs, technology and transformation.

Red Sofa interview | Audi and Helrom discuss scaling sustainable rail logistics at ALSC Europe

In this Red Sofa interview, Audi and Helrom discuss the future of multimodal logistics and the power of collaboration in decarbonisation.

Red Sofa interview | Autoliv’s Gisela Linge on empowering women, driving AI transformation, and reshaping supply chains

How AI, digitalisation, and inclusion are transforming supply chains. Autoliv’s Dr Gisela Linge shares insights from AL Europe 2025.

Red Sofa interview | Schaeffler’s digitalisation strategy: AI, collaboration and the future of supply chain transformation

AI is reshaping supply chains. Schaeffler’s Fabian Pobantz explores digitalisation, collaboration, and innovation at ALSC Europe 2025.

Key takeaways on how automotive packaging is evolving to meet the triple challenge: sustainability, cost efficiency and EV readiness

Philip Bittermann, editor-in-chief of Neue Verpackung, explores the evolving automotive packaging landscape. Focusing on sustainability, cost efficiency and the transition to electric vehicles (EVs), he discusses the new challenges and solutions the industry must adopt to stay ahead. From reusable packaging to adapting to lithium ecosystems, the future of automotive logistics depends on innovation and efficiency.

Red Sofa interview | Toyota Motor Europe’s head of parts supply chain shares approach to complex service parts demands

Toyota’s approach to service parts logistics is focused on reliability and efficiency, ensuring dealers always have the right parts at the right time. Karel Verpoorten outlines how Toyota is adapting to evolving market demands with a flexible, customer-first strategy.

Red Sofa interview | Peter Hörndlein on how VW is building a more flexible, sustainable and future-ready vehicle logistics network

Peter Hörndlein outlines VW’s flexible logistics strategy, from tackling disruption to investing in sustainable transport solutions.

Red Sofa interview | GKN Automotive’s Chris Payne on co-creation, visibility and sustainable logistics partnerships for the future

GKN’s Chris Payne discusses logistics partnerships, data visibility and sustainable freight at ALSC Europe 2025.

Red Sofa interview | Renault’s Jean-Marc Carlicchi on AI, control towers and reshaping supply chain strategy with digital visibility and smarter planning

Discover how Renault is boosting resilience and dynamic planning with AI-driven control towers for inbound and outbound logistics.

Red Sofa interview | BMW’s Nadine Philipp on how sustainability and decarbonisation are shaping BMW Group’s supplier network and logistics strategy

Discover BMW’s approach to CO2 reduction in the supply chain and logistics with Nadine Philipp at ALSC Europe 2025.

Watch: Dr Rainer Kiefer discusses cost pressures, supply chain resilience, and the future of global automotive logistics

Ahead of ALSC Europe 2025, DB Schenker’s Dr Rainer Kiefer explains how the logistics company is tackling supply chain costs, disruptions, and nearshoring trends in the fast-changing automotive industry.

Watch: CNW Global’s strategy for resilient automotive supply chains

With global disruptions on the rise, agility and resilience are key to navigating supply chain challenges. Ahead of ALSC Europe 2025, Thomas Blank, vice president, EMEA at CNW Global shares how the company bridges the gap between planning and execution. He discusses industry challenges, CNW’s approach to supply chain integrity, and key trends shaping the future.

Top automotive logistics Red Sofa insights of 2024: Sustainability, digitalisation, nearshoring and robotics strategies from leading OEMs

As 2024 draws to a close, we’re looking back at some of our best Red Sofa interviews from this year, where we spoke to experts across the globe about automotive logistics and strategies for success in the supply chain.

Red Sofa interview | Digitalisation and Diversity: Saba Azizi on CATL’s strategy for success in EMEA

At the Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Digital Strategies Europe conference in Munich, Saba Azizi, Overseas Service Network and Development Manager for CATL, shared her remarkable journey from Iran to her pivotal role at the world’s largest EV battery company.

Red Sofa interview | Daimler Truck’s Marion Gillich on tracking supplier risk with AI and digital tools

Marion Gillich, head of supplier risk management at Daimler Truck took to the Red Sofa at ALSC Digital Strategies Europe to discuss the company’s digital transformation, including how Daimler collects data from suppliers and uses it to predict and manage supplier risk.

Red Sofa interview | Harry Davies on building resilient supply chains through DEI

Join us on the Red Sofa at ALSC Digital Strategies Europe as Harry Davies, a senior procurement, logistics and supply chain expert with over a decade of experience, shares his expertise on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the automotive sector.

Red Sofa interview | Seat’s Alexandre Lerma and Jorge Miguel Corral Díaz discuss how Vortex AI is driving logistics innovation

At ALSC Digital Strategies Europe 2024, Seat’s Alexandre Lerma and Jorge Miguel Corral Díaz described how the carmaker is revolutionising logistics with its Human AI strategy, leveraging Vortex AI to enhance data quality, streamline operations and foster cross-functional collaboration.

Red Sofa interview | BMW’s Carolin Richter on the OEM’s humanoid robots redefining automotive logistics

At ALSC Digital Strategies Europe in Munich, BMW’s Carolin Richter, head of next generation robotics, spoke about humanoid and multi-purpose robots capable of automating intricate logistics tasks that were previously deemed impossible.

Red Sofa interview | JC Deville on how Toyota is driving digitalisation in vehicle logistics

Toyota Motor Europe’s vice-president of supply chain, Jean-Christophe Deville, shares key insights on Toyota’s innovative projects aimed at enhancing vehicle logistics through digitalisation.

Red Sofa interview | Paulina Chmielarz on how JLR drives digital transformation across supply chain operations

Paulina Chmielarz, digital innovation director for Industrial Operations at JLR, shares key milestones and innovations driving the carmaker’s ambitious transformation across supply chain, manufacturing, and procurement.

Red Sofa interview | Javier Valadez on Paccar Mexico’s EV supply chain innovations

Javier Valadez, director of operations at Paccar Mexico takes to the Red Sofa in Mexico to share how the carmaker is leveraging Mexico’s role as a production hub to expand EV capabilities.

Red Sofa interview | GM’s Monica Garcia on EV expansion and long-term collaboration

Monica Garcia, GM’s director of global purchasing and supply chain in Mexico, shares insights into the company’s EV strategy, resilient supply chains, and long-term supplier partnerships at ALSC Mexico 2024.

Red Sofa Interview | Kia México’s multidimensional approach to logistics, customs and purchasing

Ricardo Ortega Márquez, senior manager for purchasing, customs and logistics at Kia México takes to the Red Sofa at ALSC Mexico 2024 to discuss the innovative strategies driving the OEM’s success.

Red Sofa | Adapting vehicle logistics: Carlos Eudave on building resilient networks for Nissan Mexico

Nissan Mexico’s head of FVL, Carlos Eudave, took to the Red Sofa at Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Mexico 2024.

How Nissan is reinventing supply chain partnerships in a nearshoring era: Red Sofa insights from Dayan León, parts logistics subdirector

Dayan León, parts logistics subdirector at Nissan Motor Corporation, shares how nearshoring is reshaping partnerships in the automotive supply chain, highlighting the importance of trust, flexibility, and digitalisation in building resilient logistics strategies for the future.

Red Sofa | Hugo Villicaña, Brose North America on enhancing resilience in Mexico-US cross-border logistics

Watch our exclusive interview with Hugo Villicaña, Transportation Manager at Brose North America, as he discusses strategies for overcoming supply chain challenges in Mexico and North America.

Red Sofa | Rubén Ballesteros on how MG Mexico drives growth with innovative logistics strategies

MG México has been expanding and building out its supply chain by tailoring it to the Mexican market. In a Red Sofa interview at Automotive Logsitics & Supply Chain Mexico 2024, its head of logistics, Rubén Ballesteros, spoke to Automotive Logistics’ chief content officer about the company’s ability to make flexible decisions faster and its future plans in the country.

Red Sofa Interview | Iván Dávila, Nissan on scaling automation in inbound logistics

Nissan’s Iván Dávila discusses logistics automation, highlighting opportunities, challenges, and the importance of team engagement in optimizing inbound logistics…

Red Sofa Interview | Sid Philar, Lucid Motors on forging win-win partnerships

Lucid Motors’ Sid Philar takes to the Red Sofa to discuss how to build and promote trust in the automotive logistics and supply chain, through effective partnerships, investments and leadership

Red Sofa Interview | GM’s Jeff Morrison on deepening partnerships with suppliers

As the sector pivots toward electrification and automated driving, the need for deeper supplier partnerships and innovative logistics solutions has never been more critical, said GM’s Jeff Morrison…

Red Sofa Interview | Todd Myers, Nissan on aligning KPIs to future-proof finished vehicle logistics

Myers shared valuable insights on the evolving landscape of vehicle logistics on the Red Sofa at ALSC Global 2024…

Red Sofa Interview | Criss Edwards, Unipart on transforming the auto industry

Criss Edwards, President and Managing Director North America at Unipart spoke with our Chief Content Officer Christopher Ludwig at the ALSC Global 2024 on how Unipart and the broader 3PL industry will continue to evolve and support OEMs in this new era.

Red Sofa Interview | Jessica Hanson, Bosch on improving cross-border logistics

Jessica Hanson, vice-president of Logistics, Bosch North America discusses cross-border logistics, digital innovations and enhanced partnerships in managing cross-border logistics

Red Sofa Interview | Toyota’s David Herb on the future of AI in supply and demand planning

At the inaugural ALSC Digital Strategies North America, David Herb, Business Insights and Strategy manager, Demand and Supply Management, Toyota North America took to the Red Sofa to talk about the benefits and opportunities of AI in supply and demand forecasting.

Red Sofa Interview | Nissan’s Gerardo de la Torre on cyber security and digital action plans for automotive supply chains

At the inaugural ALSC Digital Strategies North America, keynote speaker Gerardo de la Torre took to the Red Sofa to talk about Nissan’s digitalisation strategy and its next steps.

Red Sofa Interview | Logen Lytle, Honda on organisational change to enable supply chain digitalisation

At the inaugural ALSC Digital Strategies North America, Logen Lytle, Operations Technology lead at Honda took to the Red Sofa to talk about organisational change and restructuring business units to enable and enhance digitalisation in the automotive supply chain.

Red Sofa Interview | Bosch’s Chandan Trehan on the need for open, digital, agile mindsets

At the inaugural ALSC Digital Strategies North America, Trehan took to the Red Sofa to discuss the importance of openness, trust and agility in the workforce during the digital transformation of the supply chain.

Red Sofa Interview | Vinturas’ Ronald Kleijwegt on interoperability and private blockchain in automotive logistics

At the inaugural ALSC Digital Strategies North America, Kleijwegt took to the Red Sofa to discuss the importance of interoperability in the digitalisation of the supply chain, and the barriers that can come into play.

Red Sofa Interview: Skotti Fietsam on calculating ROI of digitalisation for Accuride’s supply chain

At the inaugural ALSC Digital Strategies North America, the head of supply chain for tier one supplier of wheels for commercial vehicles, Accuride, took to the Red Sofa to discuss how to calculate hard and soft savings and return on investment for digital technologies.

Red Sofa Interview: VW’s Anu Goel on thinking regionally in FVL

Anu Goel, executive vice-president, Group After Sales & Service, Volkswagen Group speaks to Christopher Ludwig, chief content officer, Automotive Logistics about bringing together North America’s US, Canada and Mexico vehicle logistics divisions under a Virtual Task Force to explore more opportunities that are beneficial for the region as a whole.

Red Sofa Interview: How California State is investing in finished vehicle logistics

Christine Casey, deputy secretary for Freight Policy, California State Transportation Agency takes to the Red Sofa to tell Christopher Ludwig, chief content officer, Automotive Logistics about the investments into California’s FVL sector.

Red Sofa Interview: BMW’s progress in US-Mexico network strategy

Raúl Gamboa, head of Logistics, Production Control and Production Systems at BMW Group Plant San Luis Potosí speaks to Richard Logan, senior content producer, Automotive Logistics about the progress and challenges facing the carmaker in the finished vehicle sector.

Red Sofa interview: Nissan’s Steve Jernigan on network improvements in Mexico

At this week’s Finished Vehicle Logistics North America 2024 conference in California, Steve Jernigan, senior director of supply chain management for Nissan North America, took to the Red Sofa to tell Richard Logan, senior content producer, Automotive Logistics about improvements to domestic haulaway performance in Mexico, which includes better equipment utilisation and availability.

Red Sofa Interview: BMW’s Dr Michael Nikolaides on cross-functional decisions in the supply chain

BMW has learned how to better steer its network through volatile times through combining business divisions to make cross-functional programming decisions in its supply chain.

Red Sofa Interview: Why Toyota Motor Europe isn’t looking for flexibility

Jean Christophe Deville, vice-president of supply chain at Toyota Motor Europe said he isn’t looking for flexibility in his logistics partners, and is instead looking for forecasting capabilities.

Red Sofa Interview: Jean-Marc Carlicchi on Renault’s next step in digitalisation

At ALSC Europe in Bonn, Germany last week, Jean-Marc Carlicchi, VP of Supply Chain Engineering at Renault Group took to the Red Sofa with Christopher Ludwig, Chief of Content, to talk about the OEM’s digitalisation journey.

Red Sofa Interview: JLR’s Levent Yuksel on scaling green logistics solutions

At Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Europe 2024 in Bonn, Germany, Levent Yuksel, freight operations director at JLR sits down on the Red Sofa to discuss how we can scale green logistics solutions by working in partnership.

Red Sofa Interview: Empowering excellence for women in the supply chain

Watch Sabine Isenbort, manager of inbound logistics operations at Ford Europe, Isa Kalinska, lead of logistics and distribution at JLR, and Sonia Santors, vice-president of worldwide manufacturing at Bosch on the Red Sofa at ALSC Europe 2024 in Bonn.

Red Sofa Interview: Navistar to use VW Group and Traton cross-docking in North America and Mexico

Haley Wilson, logistics director at Navistar, is working with Volkswagen Group in North America and the wider Traton Group to enhance best practices, share processes and consolidation such as cross-docking, which will improve logistics while Navistar ramps up its EV production.

Red Sofa Interview: VW Truck & Bus Mexico’s plans to increase localisation

Halley Vieira, plant manager in Production and Logistics, VW Truck & Bus Mexico discusses the decision to localise in Mexico rather than import parts from Brazil, and how synergies with VW Group and Traton Group are playing an increasingly important role in the plant’s logistics.

Red Sofa Interview: VW Chattanooga is sharing EV logistics learnings with the VW Group

Watch Paulo Monteiro, head of Logistics, VW Group of America Chattanooga Operations discuss how the Chattanooga plant is leading the way in terms of EV logistics, and why it is sharing its findings with the wider Volkswagen Group and its resurrected Scout brand.

Red Sofa Interview: How Volkswagen is readying for electrification in México

Peter Koltai, senior director of logistics at Volkswagen de México discusses how the division is getting ready for electrification across the country and how to find synergies between the plants and the wider VW Group.

Red Sofa Interview: VW logistics using rail and digital twins to boost sustainable operations in US and Mexico

Christoph Hartmann, head of Transport Networks, VW Group Logistics is using digital twins to help improve inbound logistics, and is adapting lessons learned in Europe to boost digitalisation and sustainability.

Red Sofa Interview: VW’s global logistics experts on synergy in the supply chain

Watch Volkswagen Group’s top global logistics experts weigh in on why synergy and collaboration between business units is critical to improving operations, sustainability and advancements within the supply chain.

Red Sofa Interview: BMW’s creativity is helping solve its supply chain problems in Mexico

Raúl Gamboa, director of material and transport control, BMW Group Plant San Luis Potosi talks to Richard Logan, senior content producer, Automotive Logistics about BMW’s creative innovations to mitigate supply chain problems in Mexico.

Red Sofa Interview: Audi Mexico’s agile supply chain strategies

Francisco Bravo discusses Audi Mexico’s journey towards supply chain excellence, addressing challenges, embracing technology and aligning with the brand’s vision for a sustainable future.

Red Sofa Interview: Unveiling Nissan’s approach to talent and tech in Mexico

Chris Styles, vice-president of supply chain management at Nissan North America, discusses talent needs and technological evolution with Automotive Logistics’ editor-in-chief Christopher Ludwig at this year’s Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Mexico conference. Styles emphasises messaging for the younger workforce, digitalisation and automation in supply chain operations, and Nissan’s priorities for advancing Mexican infrastructure alongside teh country’s established OEM ecosystem

ALSC Mexico 2023 | Highlights video

Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Mexico: Day two wrap-up

To finish this year’s ALSC Mexico conference, Christopher Ludwig, editor-in-chief, Automotive Logistics runs through the highpoints of day two of the event.

Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Mexico: Pre-conference cocktail reception

Christopher Ludwig, editor-in-chief, Automotive Logistics opens the Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Mexico 2023 conference at the cocktail reception in Mexico City. He welcomes our delegates to the ninth annual summit and talks about highlights to expect over the course of the event.

Red Sofa Interview: Collaborating with Mexican authorities to ease logistics constraints

Lizette Gracida, senior director of external affairs and trade compliance at Toyota Motor de Mexico joins the Red Sofa at Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Mexico to share how collaboration can ease bottlenecks and improve logistics within the country.

Red Sofa Interview: How Bocar is championing Mexican localisation

Leonardo Martins, global logistics director at Bocar Group, joins the Red Sofa at Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Mexico to share how Bocar is championing localisation in Mexico.

ALSC Digital Strategies 2023 - Wrap-up day two

The automotive supply chain remains under pressure while the industry is electrifying and seeing new components and materials coming into play. At day two of the inaugural Automotive Logisitcs & Supply Chain conference in Munich, we heard from even more expert speakers to find out how new data possibilities and technologies can be leveraged to the industry’s advantage.

ALSC Digital Strategies 2023 - Wrap-up day one

The automotive supply chain remains under pressure while the industry is electrifying and seeing new components and materials coming into play. At day one of the inaugural Automotive Logisitcs & Supply Chain conference in Munich, find out how new data possibilities and technologies can be leveraged to the industry’s advantage.

Red Sofa Interview: Bosch’s Ekaterina Serban on Supply chain cybersecurity risks and opportunities

In this interview, Ekaterina Serban talks about the biggest risks and challenges posed by today’s security environment. With high levels of interconnectivity in products, and compliance and security issues surrounding legacy systems, supply chain cyber concerns are a major challenge for automotive manufacturers and suppliers.

Red Sofa Interview: JLR’s Paulina Chmielarz on how data strategy supports a reimagined supply chain

In her new role as director of Digital & Innovation at JLR, Paulina Chmielarz has been aligning internal divisions to set a strong foundation for her bigger visions. As part of JLR’s ‘Reimagine’ strategy, she talks about aligning digital and data strategies will be essential in the transition to electric and software-defined vehicles.

Red Sofa Interview: Seat’s Alexandre Lerma on control tower creation for automated, robust and flexible supply chains

From automation-driven advancements to the reformation of operational frameworks, Lerma envisions a future shaped by cross-functional teams impacting both pre-production and commercial activities. Yet, the primary challenge lies in rallying more suppliers to collaborate within this innovative framework.In Lerma’s vision, collaboration, fueled by data alignment and pioneering functionalities, will be the cornerstone of Seat SA’s quest for a robust, adaptable, and interconnected automotive ecosystem.

Red Sofa Interview: Volkswagen’s Frank Göller on Catena-X and supercharging automotive supply chains

At the recent Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Digital Strategies conference in Germany, Frank Göller, head of digital production and processes, Volkswagen Group, and vice-president of internationalisation at Catena-X, said the data-sharing platform is built on strong automotive players who shared the same ideas and agenda, including collaboration and data security. But what does that mean for automotive supply chains and logistics? Watch to find out more…

Red Sofa Interview: Autoliv’s Dr Gisela Linge on the human-centric engine driving digitalisation

Dr Gisela Linge, supply chain vice president at Autoliv says the key to embedding digitalisation is to “first embed this in our way of working and thinking,” making digitalisation human-centric and having the problems of key users in mind.

Red Sofa Interview: Dr Birgit Boss talks about Bosch’s adoption of digital twins and semantic models

Dr Birgit Boss, senior expert for digital twins and standardisation at Bosch, explains why data is now more important than ever in building more interoperability into the automotive supply chain.

Red Sofa Interview: Infineon’s Birgit Fuchs on the digital tools being used for semiconductor capacity planning

Infineon’s vice-president of supply chain automotive, Dr Birgit Fuchs, talks about the role digital technology is playing to help Infineon manage semiconductor supply and mitigate the sort of inbound disruption the automotive industry has seen in recent years.

Red Sofa Interview: how BMW is digitalising supply chains for greater speed, standards and traceability

Michael Ströbel, who leads BMW Group’s global digital production and logistics processes, joins the Red Sofa to discuss what its cloud integration means for logistics and expanding data reference points, and points traceability requirements upstream and downstream whilst looking to new uses cases for generative AI.

ALSC Global 2023 On Demand: Day two wrap-up from the Henry Ford Museum

Christopher Ludwig, Editor-in-Chief, Automotive Logistics gives us the rundown of day two at Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Global 2023, from the Ryder Gala Dinner at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan.

ALSC Global 2023 On Demand: That’s a wrap!

Christopher Ludwig, Editor-in-Chief, Automotive Logistics sits on the Red Sofa for a final time as we wrap up Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Global 2023 in Dearborn, Michigan.

ALSC Global 2023 On Demand: Welcome drinks and what to expect

Christopher Ludwig, Editor-in-Chief, Automotive Logistics wraps up the welcoming night of Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Global 2023 at the Welcome Drinks Reception, sponsored by Kuehne+Nagel. He talks about highlights to expect over the course of the event, and what the hot topics will be.

Red Sofa Interview: Honda’s dynamic logistics routing in US a breakthrough in flexibility

Dan Pace, transportation unit leader at Honda in the US, sits on the Red Sofa to discuss how the OEM has made its inbound logistics routing more agile to actual demand, and improved part-level visibility.

Red Sofa Interview: Diversity in automotive logistics: taking charge at Bosch

Jessica Hanson, VP of logistics North America at Bosch, join the Red Sofa to share her personal story and advice for how women, minorities and other diverse groups can develop in automotive logistics and supply chain.

Red Sofa Interview: Keeping calm in supply chain chaos – leadership lessons at Stellantis

Anna Markett, senior vice-president of supply chain at Stellantis North America, joins the Red Sofa to discuss navigating the OEM’s complex North American supply chain, notably with empathy and a thirst for learning about all facets of operations across the organisation.

Red Sofa Interview: Material control is BMW's next frontier for AI at Plant Spartanburg

Oliver Bilstein, who leads logistics for BMW’s manufacturing in the US, joins the Red Sofa to discuss how new technology and automation are increasing flexibility in production and supply chain and how logistics needs to adapt to ramp up EV and battery output.

Red Sofa Interview: Toyota invests in people and partners for North American service parts logistics

Michael Schad, who leads service parts fufillment and logistics at Toyota North America, joins the Red Sofa to explain how the carmaker is enhancing its service parts distribution through improved training, new technology and more delivery and pickup options across the US.

Talking from the top of GM’s supply chain: Jeff Morrison is investing in change

In an Automotive Logistics Red Sofa Interview, General Motors’ vice-president for global purchasing and supply chain talks resilience, transforming battery and chip resilience, and why finished vehicle logistics is now one of his top global concerns.

Sustainable energy, diversifying for resilience, scaling EV and battery: ALSC Global in review

There are connections (and contradictions) in the push for resiliency and sustainability dicsussed by the US government and automotive industry alike.

Bringing production lessons to Nissan’s vehicle logistics with JS Bolton

Nissan North America’s head of vehicle logistics talks to Christopher Ludwig about the need for flexibility and strong teams in logistics during the Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Global 2022 conference in Detroit.

How the Department of Energy will invest in the US supply chain

US Department of Energy’s Dr Jacob Ward speaks to Automotive Logistics editor-in-chief Christopher Ludwig about the DOE’s new Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains and the new focus on investing in domestic, secure industrial supply chains across the US.

Improving tier-N supply chain visibility, capacity planning and partnership at General Motors

General Motors executive director for global supply chain, David Leich, explains to editor-in-chief Christopher Ludwig how the carmaker has been increasing its visibility, communication and planning across the upstream supply chain.

Watch: Shanghai rises again for Volkswagen’s supply chain

Despite Covid lockdowns and disruptions, SAIC Volkswagen remains a production powerhouse. In a wide-ranging video interview, executive director of logistics at the joint venture, Dr Susanne Lehmann, discusses managing scale with partners, digitalising logistics and creating more transparency across the supply chain.

Goodbye from Detroit at Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global Live

Editor-in-chief Christopher Ludwig ends the conference but points to a new beginning in supply chain partnerships, which will be necessary if the industry is to manage through current disruptions and meet the changing needs of electrification, sustainability and new technology.

On the sidelines ALSC Global Day 1 in review: logistics data, mitigating shortages and managing the chip crisis

Christopher Ludwig recounts highlights of the first day of Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global Live, picking out highlights and learnings from OEM, tier supplier and logistics providers at the event.

On the sidelines ALSC Global end of conference wrap up: this is only the beginning

Christopher Ludwig recounts highlights from Day 2 of Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global Live, including key objectives in data management and potential increases in localisation

On the sidelines at ALSC Global Live: the calm before the perfect storm

Christopher Ludwig introduces Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global Live in Detroit, as the North American industry meets in the midst of massive disruption and change across automotive supply chain and manufacturing.

Watch: Moving better through the border, together

The US-Mexico border has never faced so many challenges, but there are door-to-door solutions that can reduce lead times and cost, reveals Agustin Sustaita, MD of Transportes Logisticos Especializados (TLE), a strategic partner of D-Troy Logistics, in an exclusive interview ahead of the Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global conference in Detroit.

Watch: Kia maintains investment, launches and stability in Europe

Kia Motors Europe chief operating officer, Emilio Herrera, and director of marketing, Carlos Lahoz, outline how the Korean brand is learning from supply chain and production disruptions, digitalising sales channels and maintaining investment in electrification to chart a route towards recovery in Europe.

Watch: Susanne Lehmann outlines VW’s goals for stable production in Mexico

Susanne Lehmann, Volkswagen’s senior director of production for North America, is in charge of pulling production and supply chain together in the region, including in areas such as programme planning, production steering, design for manufacturing and digitalisation. VW is already seeing results in productivity and supplier management but, as she explains to Christopher Ludwig, there are challenges to overcome in Mexico, not least for the future production of electric vehicles, which is why the carmaker is in discussion with its transport providers, government bodies and suppliers to meet the goal of stable production by 2021. Click here for more coverage of Mexico.

Watch: Lars Bäumann outlines VW’s project to digitalise global production and supply chain

Lars Bäumann, director of information management and digitalisation for production and logistics across VW brands, tells Christopher Ludwig about his problem-solving mission to synthesise the various production and supply chain processes at VW’s plants across the world into one digitalised system. Together with its global partner Amazon Web Services (AWS), the carmaker has invested in the development of a digital production platform that will change its operational paradigm for the future of manufacturing.Click here for more coverage of Mexico.

Watch: A royal entry to Mexico’s competitive supply base

Kevin Reed, vice-president of supply chain at tier two electronics and battery component supplier Royal Power, talks to Daniel Harrison about why the company recently built a new plant in Mexico, and the challenges facing its supply chain and logistics. In the context of declining margins among tier suppliers, Reed discusses the key advantages of moving to Mexico to better serve customers and compete, and why maximising efficiency in the supply chain is a crucial differentiator.For more on the major financial and technological challenges facing tier suppliers, download our comprehensive study of margins in the supply chain, and check out our dedicated webinar on managing margins in the supply chain.

Watch: Summing up the situation in Mexico

Christopher Ludwig wraps up the Automotive Logistics Mexico 2020 conference with an overview of the key topics discussed, including the impact of USMCA localisation rules and certification, both which raise questions but also opportunities for logistics providers to manage complexity. The increase in the use of connected supply chain technology is improving trust and transparency, and driving standards that are shared rather than sundry. Importantly, talent management and teamwork are making the best use of millennial attitudes to problem solving in a mission-critical industry and in a country with high staff turnover rates. For more on Automotive Logistics Mexico 2020 visit the event page, and check out more coverage from Mexico on our website here. For more business intelligence and market insight, visit our global business intelligence page.

Watch: Future of Mexican EV production depends on a dedicated supply chain

Daniel Harrison, automotive analyst at Ultima Media’s business intelligence unit, tells Christopher Ludwig about the regulatory impact on a steady Mexican automotive market and his outlook on production, which is built strongly on exports to the US. Mexico is introducing subsidies and tax incentives to promote demand for electric vehicles. However, it needs to develop an EV supply chain from scratch and resuscitate strong fuel economy standards before there can be any realistic prospect of local production to meet that demand. For more on Automotive Logistics Mexico 2020 visit the event page, and check out more coverage from Mexico on our website here. For more business intelligence and market insight, visit our global business intelligence page.

Watch: BMW prepares its logistics network for global export from Mexico

Karl-Friedrich Koch, vice-president of production control, logistics at BMW Group Mexico talks to Christopher Ludwig about the ramp up in production at the carmaker’s plant in San Luis Potosí and how exports will now be aimed at 30 markets as opposed to just three. BMW is doubling capacity at the plant and adding rail to ship vehicles to the US and Canada. It is also addressing the increasing complexity of inbound parts supply for additional models with more variation that will be made for multiple global markets. For more on Automotive Logistics Mexico 2020 visit the event page, and check out more coverage from Mexico on our website here. For more business intelligence and market insight, visit our global business intelligence page.

Watch: Why Jesús Seade thinks the USMCA will increase supply chain investment into Mexico

At this week’s AL Mexico conference Jesús Seade, undersecretary for North America at the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs, talked about the new USMCA trade deal (called T-Mec locally) and the increase in localisation brought about by the changes to rules of origin. Here Christopher Ludwig gives an overview of Seade’s discussion and how the changes promise a lot more investment in the North American supply chain, especially for Mexico. While a new emphasis on localisation has inherent risks, not least for the supply of steel, according to Seade there is enough flexibility in the new trade agreement to review and renew policy. For more on Automotive Logistics Mexico 2020 visit the event page, and check out more coverage from Mexico on our website here. For more business intelligence and market insight, visit our global business intelligence page.

Watch: More insights from today’s AL Mexico conference

Ahead of our keynote speech from Jésus Seade, Undersecretary for North America from the Mexican Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Chris Ludwig discusses the status of the USMCA agreement (T-MEC here in Mexico) and what it might mean for the industry.

Watch: What you need to know about the USMCA agreement

Ahead of our keynote speech from Jesús Seade, Undersecretary for North America from the Mexican Ministry for Foreign Affairs, let’s briefly discuss the status of the USMCA agreement (T-MEC here in Mexico) and what it might mean for the industry. For more on Automotive Logistics Mexico 2020 visit the event page, and check out more coverage from Mexico on our website here. For more business intelligence and market insight, visit our global business intelligence page.

Watch: Buenos Dias y Bienvenidos a México!

Buenos Dias y Bienvenidos a México! We look forward to welcoming you to the Automotive Logistics Mexico 2020, where you can expect three days of intense networking, debate, informative sessions and practical case studies. This year we will be sharing reports, articles, videos and insights from our sessions. Make sure to follow us on social media and regstister for in-depth insight and comment on the vibrant Mexican automotive supply chain industry. For more on Automotive Logistics Mexico 2020 visit the event page, and check out more coverage from Mexico on our website here. For more business intelligence and market insight, visit our global business intelligence page.