Automotive Manufacturing Software, Production, Testing, PLM

The automotive industry involves the design, development, production, testing and sale of motor vehicles and related parts and equipment. Automotive manufacturing software solutions give automotive manufacturers the key capabilities needed to be more responsive to customers and suppliers. The manufacturing and supply chain software solutions can enable automotive companies and their suppliers to reduce time to market, improve plant floor production, and link supply chains more effectively through product lifecycle management (PLM).

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VisionTrack supports Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship with advanced video telematics

1 VisionTrack supports Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship with advanced video telematics

VisionTrack has become the official video telematics partner for the Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship (ETRC), which begins at the Misano World Circuit track in Italy later this month.

VisionTrack continues partnership with British Truck Racing Championship as official video telematics provider

2 VisionTrack continues partnership with British Truck Racing Championship as official video telematics provider

VisionTrack is extending its longstanding partnership with the British Truck Racing Championship (BTRC) for a further year. As official video telematics provider, the company will deliver an advanced vehicle camera solution for all competing trucks in Division 1 and Division 2 of the BTRC.

Targa Telematics integrates Ford connected vehicle data to enable new smart mobility solutions

3 Targa Telematics integrates Ford connected vehicle data to enable new smart mobility solutions

Targa Telematics – a tech-company specialising in the development of IoT solutions and digital platforms for connected mobility – has signed a strategic partnership with Ford to expand its range of connected car solutions, thanks to the integration of data from the car manufacturer's vehicles.

The Design and Prototype Manufacturing of Automotive Lighting

4 The Design and Prototype Manufacturing of Automotive Lighting

By Raymond Cheng, Managing Director, WayKen Rapid Manufacturing Ltd.

Automotive lighting prototyping is an essential aspect of creating the right aesthetics of an automotive vehicle. Lights need to be functional but lighting prototypes also aid with the general design and aerodynamics of the vehicle.

Webfleet collaborates with Ford to offer integrated telematics solution via OEM.connect programme

5 Webfleet collaborates with Ford to offer integrated telematics solution via OEM.connect programme

Webfleet, Bridgestone’s fleet management solution, has announced that Ford has joined its OEM.connect partner programme.

Targa Telematics expands its connected mobility solutions portfolio by integrating BMW and MINI connected fleet data

6 Targa Telematics expands its connected mobility solutions portfolio by integrating BMW and MINI connected fleet data

Targa Telematics – a technology company specialising in the development of IoT solutions and digital platforms for connected mobility – has signed a strategic partnership with BMW to expand its portfolio of solutions for connected mobility.

Futaba North America Group to standardise automotive manufacturing operations on the Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform

7 Futaba North America Group to standardise automotive manufacturing operations on the Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform

Plex, by Rockwell Automation, the cloud-delivered smart manufacturing solutions provider, has announced that automotive supplier Futaba North America Group (FNA) has selected the Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform as a state-of-the-art, complete and integrated manufacturing and business solution to run their North American operations.

Stimulating dialogues up and down the supply chain at Automechanika Shanghai – Shenzhen Edition

8 Stimulating dialogues up and down the supply chain at Automechanika Shanghai – Shenzhen Edition

From 15 to 18 February 2023, Automechanika Shanghai will delve into automotive transformation.

AI and 5G to improve automotive production and after-sales in new partnership between NTT DATA and Aurora Labs

9 AI and 5G to improve automotive production and after-sales in new partnership between NTT DATA and Aurora Labs

NTT DATA, a global digital business and IT services leader, and Aurora Labs, an automotive artificial intelligence (AI) company, have announced their global strategic cooperation in the Automotive Industry, with first joint projects in production and logistics.

Dexory collaborates with DENSO Manufacturing UK, a global mobility supplier

10 Dexory collaborates with DENSO Manufacturing UK, a global mobility supplier

DENSO Manufacturing UK (DMUK) is a global mobility supplier that develops advanced technology and components for nearly every vehicle make and model on the road today. Dexory (formerly known as BotsAndUs) has partnered with DMUK to unlock further benefits from automation at its plant in Telford.

Automotive manufacturing software

Automotive manufacturing software is a broad term that encompasses a wide range of software applications used in the automotive industry. These applications can be used for a variety of purposes, including:

  • Production planning and scheduling: This software helps to plan and schedule the production of automotive parts and vehicles. This can include tasks such as determining the optimal production sequence, allocating resources, and creating production schedules.
  • Inventory management: This software helps to manage the inventory of automotive parts and materials. This can include tasks such as tracking inventory levels, identifying stockouts, and forecasting demand.
  • Quality control: This software helps to ensure the quality of automotive parts and vehicles. This can include tasks such as testing parts, tracking defects, and implementing corrective actions.
  • Manufacturing execution: This software helps to control the manufacturing process in real time. This can include tasks such as monitoring the status of production orders, tracking the progress of work orders, and issuing alerts.

The choice of automotive manufacturing software will depend on the specific needs of the business. There are a number of other software tools that can be used in the automotive manufacturing industry.

CAD software: CAD software is used to create 3D models of car parts and assemblies.
CAE software: CAE software is used to simulate the performance of car parts and assemblies under different conditions.
MES software: MES software is used to collect and track data from production machines and processes.
PLM software: PLM software is used to manage the product lifecycle from design to manufacturing to service.

These tools can help manufacturers to improve the design, manufacturing, and quality of their cars. They can also help manufacturers to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

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