Automotive Industry Action Group

AIAG Announces New Initiative to Identify and Address Forced Labor Compliance Risks in the Supply Chain

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Buyers, compliance and risk managers, and others are also expected to have a deep understanding of their extended supply chain from component to raw material, an approach to supply chain mapping, and structured reporting supported by verified evidence, readily available.

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  • Buyers, compliance and risk managers, and others are also expected to have a deep understanding of their extended supply chain from component to raw material, an approach to supply chain mapping, and structured reporting supported by verified evidence, readily available.
  • AIAG Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility and Supply Chain Products and Services, Tanya Bolden explains: “With the recognition that preparedness is paramount to mitigating supply chain disruptions, AIAG is uniquely positioned to become a leading supply chain organization to advance industry compliance.
  • This tool – which enables companies to map their supply chain, and provides a timely process to respond to forced labor concerns or detainments with evidence of compliance – represents just one of several AIAG Preferred Providers that will be featured on the new AIAG webpage.
  • NQC Chief Executive Officer Charles Morrison states: “NQC is proud to have been selected as an AIAG Preferred Provider and to partner with AIAG in this important initiative addressing the critical challenges of forced labor and human rights in the global supply chain.

Cigniti Achieves TISAX Label 2 Certification with Maturity Level 3 in the Automotive Industry

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

Cigniti Technologies Limited, the world’s leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering Services company, has achieved the Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange (TISAX) Label 2 Certification with Maturity Level 3 for its Digital Assurance and Quality Engineering Services in the India and Europe regions in the Automotive Industry.

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  • Cigniti Technologies Limited, the world’s leading AI & IP-led Digital Assurance and Digital Engineering Services company, has achieved the Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange (TISAX) Label 2 Certification with Maturity Level 3 for its Digital Assurance and Quality Engineering Services in the India and Europe regions in the Automotive Industry.
  • TISAX is an association of leading German automakers and their top suppliers, aiming to safeguard intellectual property, ensure security, and uphold privacy regulations throughout the automotive supply chain.
  • The mandate for TISAX certification echoes the industry's commitment to safeguarding critical data and ensuring the resilience of our interconnected ecosystem.
  • Cigniti’s achievement of the esteemed TISAX Label 2 Certification with Maturity Level 3 is a testament to our unwavering dedication to security excellence.

Global Chemicals Market 2023 to 2027, Fueled by Growing Demand Across Industries - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, September 11, 2023

The global chemicals market is projected to reach a value of US$7.06 trillion by 2027, with a growth rate of 7.33% during the period from 2023 to 2027.

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  • The global chemicals market is projected to reach a value of US$7.06 trillion by 2027, with a growth rate of 7.33% during the period from 2023 to 2027.
  • Increasing Demand for Plastics: The demand for plastics in various industries is fueling the growth of the chemicals market.
  • The global chemicals market can be segmented based on category (commodity chemicals, specialty chemicals, agriculture chemicals, and other chemicals) and region (Asia, Europe, NAFTA, Latin America, and Rest of the World).
  • Key players in the global chemicals market include:
    The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global chemicals market, including its potential impact from COVID-19.

AIAG Named One of 2023 Best Places to Work in Southeast Michigan

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) is honored to announce its recognition as one of the 2023 “Best Places to Work in Southeast Michigan” – a distinction awarded by Best Companies Group in partnership with Crain’s Detroit Business.

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  • SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) is honored to announce its recognition as one of the 2023 “Best Places to Work in Southeast Michigan” – a distinction awarded by Best Companies Group in partnership with Crain’s Detroit Business.
  • From industry-leading training, webinars, and events, to critical standards and best practices, AIAG initiatives are known for improving operational efficiencies, reducing risk and waste, identifying emerging issues, and ultimately saving member companies billions of dollars.
  • AIAG CEO Matt Pohlman explains: “AIAG is, first and foremost, a ‘people company’ – our employees work alongside member volunteers to develop essential tools and resources, and cascade them throughout the supply chain.
  • With competitive salaries, fully paid healthcare, generous PTO, hybrid work arrangements, wellness initiatives, team-building opportunities, and more, AIAG is committed to helping its employees grow and thrive.

Drive Innovation in Electric and Autonomous Vehicles with Omnex's Comprehensive EV-AV Services & Software

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Omnex, a global leader in training, software, consulting, and implementation services, is delighted to announce its extensive range of services tailored specifically for the Electric and Autonomous Vehicle (EV-AV) industry. Omnex remains committed to equipping organizations with the necessary knowledge and expertise to foster innovation and thrive in this ever-evolving automotive sector.

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  • Omnex offers a wide array of Electric and Autonomous Vehicle (EV-AV) services that address the unique challenges and opportunities in the Automotive market.
  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Omnex, a global leader in training, software, consulting, and implementation services, is delighted to announce its extensive range of services tailored specifically for the Electric and Autonomous Vehicle (EV-AV) industry.
  • Omnex remains committed to equipping organizations with the necessary knowledge and expertise to foster innovation and thrive in this ever-evolving automotive sector.
  • "At Omnex, we are committed to driving innovation in the Electric and Autonomous Vehicle industry through our wide range of services and software," said Chad Kymal, CTO & Founder, Omnex Inc.
    Omnex offers a wide array of EV-AV services that address the unique challenges and opportunities in the market.

AIAG Announces New Finished Vehicle Logistics (FVL) Guidance Documents

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) today announced the release of four new Finished Vehicle Logistics (FVL) publications to provide guidance on current and emerging industry issues.

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  • SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) today announced the release of four new Finished Vehicle Logistics (FVL) publications to provide guidance on current and emerging industry issues.
  • The first of these documents – the Finished Vehicle Logistics Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Supply Chain Handling Guideline (M-26) – was developed by AIAG’s Battery Electric Vehicle Work Group, with volunteers from Honda, Ford, General Motors, Nissan, Stellantis, Toyota, and Volkswagen, among others.
  • AIAG Vice President, Corporate Social Responsibility/Supply Chain Products and Services, Tanya Bolden explains: “Addressing critical issues for those in the Finished Vehicle Logistics space, these new offerings provide guidance specific to battery electric and connected vehicles, along with transportation damage handling and haul-away transportation KPIs.
  • We’re pleased to share these timely resources with industry as we continue to expand our portfolio of products for the entire supply chain.”
    Another completely new addition to the AIAG Store, the Finished Vehicles Logistics Connected Vehicle Supply Chain Data Specifications document (M-25) was created by the AIAG Finished Vehicle Logistics Connected Vehicle Work Group, with volunteers from Honda, Ford, General Motors, Nissan, Stellantis, Volkswagen, and other industry experts.

North American OEMs' Over-the-Air Update (Firmware-Over-The-Air [FOTA]/Software-Over-The-Air [SOTA]) Strategic Analysis Report 2023 with Focus on Tesla, Ford, GM, Rivian, and Lucid

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

OTA Updates in the Automotive Industry: How and Why

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  • OTA Updates in the Automotive Industry: How and Why
    OTA Updates in the Automotive Industry: A Timeline
    OEMs Recalling Vehicles with and without OTA Updates: A Case Study
    4.
  • Privacy Data Regulations and Standards Impacting OTA Updates: North America
    Distribution of State-level Privacy Laws, the United States
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  • Privacy Data Regulations and Standards Impacting OTA Updates: Europe and China
    Ford Motor Company OTA Updates: A Snapshot
    Ford Motor Company's OTA Updates: A Timeline

Cloud Theory Announces Release of Report Entitled "Over the Horizon: Evaluating the Impact of COVID-19 on the Auto Industry"

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The days of automakers stocking dealer lots with 3.5 million units of inventory are gone, a long-term result of the industry's lessons learned during COVID-19. As a result, manufacturers will need to learn to balance just-in-time delivery with 'just-in-case' parts supply. 

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  • As a result, manufacturers will need to learn to balance just-in-time delivery with 'just-in-case' parts supply.
  • The findings were part of 'Over the Horizon: Evaluating the Impacts of COVID-19 on the Automotive Industry,' a report released today by Cloud Theory, the automotive industry leader for real-time inventory and vehicle movement insights.
  • This report looks at the effects COVID-19 had on supply, demand, and pricing for the industry as a whole and for all OEMs from 2020-2023.
  • "Over the Horizon" is now available for free download on Cloud Theory's website.

Aurora Labs Partners with Deloitte to Introduce AI to SW Management Processes to Reduce the Effort of Bringing Software-Defined Vehicles to Market by 30%

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Monday, April 24, 2023

The partnership brings combined expertise and technology solutions to automotive companies as the industry is transitioning SW Management processes, products and regulations for software-defined vehicles.

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  • The partnership brings combined expertise and technology solutions to automotive companies as the industry is transitioning SW Management processes, products and regulations for software-defined vehicles.
  • New approaches are required for SW Release Management, OTA Updates and to manage SW in complex ECU/DCU, e.g.
  • Deloitte offers services in the automotive industry around SW Management to support OEM and OEM suppliers.
  • Aurora Labs' AI insights are needed by OEMs and suppliers to assure that development and quality processes are manageable, fast, and follow the highest quality standards.

Automotive Industry Guiding Principles on Sustainability Now Available in Ten Languages

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. and BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and Drive Sustainability today released translated versions of the “ Automotive Industry Guiding Principles to Enhance Sustainability Performance in the Supply Chain ” – a set of common guidelines outlining sustainability expectations for automotive suppliers – along with the supplementary “ Global Automotive Sustainability Practical Guidance, ” addressing the practicalities and legalities of meeting these expectations.

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  • SOUTHFIELD, Mich. and BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and Drive Sustainability today released translated versions of the “ Automotive Industry Guiding Principles to Enhance Sustainability Performance in the Supply Chain ” – a set of common guidelines outlining sustainability expectations for automotive suppliers – along with the supplementary “ Global Automotive Sustainability Practical Guidance, ” addressing the practicalities and legalities of meeting these expectations.
  • Language options for the Guiding Principles now include Chinese, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Polish, Portuguese, and Turkish, while the Practical Guidance is available in the same language options, with a Japanese translation in progress.
  • As AIAG and Drive Sustainability continue to support the global automotive industry in tackling sustainability performance requirements, both organizations offer various resources for companies of all sizes.
  • Click here to download the newly revised Global Guiding Principles and supplementary industry Practical Guidance.