Automotive Insiders is presented by OESA, the Original Equipment Suppliers Association. Industry experts discuss Automotive hot topics to keep the Automotive Supplier Community up to date on the fast-changing mobility landscape. From post-pandemic manufacturing restart planning and worker safety measures, to legal issues and supply chain disruptions, Automotive Insiders is your source of timely and relevant content.

Host Bonnie D. Graham welcomes Bill Newman, North America Executive Industry Advisor / Chief at SAP and Brian Irwin, Managing Director and lead of Accenture’s Automotive and Mobility practice across North America.

Bill Newman and Brian Irwin discuss how supply disruptions have increased the need for demand sensing and planning throughout the value chain.

Bill observes, “Digital methods are creating unique ‘win’ moments over companies still using traditional approaches. Supplier management and collaboration are paramount. It is critical to understand how your suppliers support your products going into available vehicles.” Balancing complex operations – and material flow inside plant operations – to maximize available output and revenue will enable large suppliers and vehicle makers to maximize revenue and profit per vehicle program.

Be sure to hear the full conversation with more of their expert insights.

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