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The automotive supply chain needs a revolution that puts visibility at the center of the matrix
a connected supply chain transforms the service the end-user receives . Data-driven decisions reduce lead times and help leaders manage and monitor stock effectively .
Automotive supply previously functioned upon three elements : globalization , outsourcing , and cost-optimization . This is no longer the case as cars increase in intelligence and the case for a connected supply chain grows even stronger . Geopolitical instability and spikes in demand continue to impact the heart of supply and demand , and shortterm solutions could leave leaders struggling further down the line if more intrinsic issues aren ’ t addressed . The automotive supply chain needs a revolution that puts visibility at the center of the matrix . With all this in place , automotive manufacturers will be set for success as the industry moves towards electric vehicles for good . ■
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Mike Hitmar www . e2open . com
Mike Hitmar is Director at e2open . The e2open supply chain platform is helping the world ’ s largest companies transform the way they make , move , and sell goods and services . Today ’ s supply chains are more complex , more expansive , and more reliant on external partners than ever before . With so many touch points , it is critical to have an integrated , singular platform to help you manage your extended supply chain end-to-end and respond rapidly to challenges in real time .
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