Sample Business Objective #1
Automotive Exterior, Body & Chassis
Modular Vehicle Platforms – Step into the FutureElectrification future is certain
OEMs are focused on developing common chassis/platforms to be shared between hybrid vehicles and fully electric vehicles
A key trend in chassis design and production is the migration towards modular vehicle platforms
Multiple vehicle models share the same undercarriage design and architecture
Electrification future is certain
OEMs are focused on developing common chassis/platforms to be shared between hybrid vehicles and fully electric vehicles
A key trend in chassis design and production is the migration towards modular vehicle platforms
Multiple vehicle models share the same undercarriage design and architecture
Key Trends
Vehicle Emission Regulations
- Weight reduction and electrification are key levers for achieving CO2 emission targets
Recycling Regulations
- Recycling requirements in established markets favor the use of steel / aluminum
Safety Regulations
- Current and future safety regulations focus on pedestrian and driver safety
Lighter Composite Material
- Reduce vehicle overall mass, thereby increasing performance
- Competitive strength of structure mainted
Standaradization
- Global competition on the OEM side and supplier side is increasing
- Global platforms intensify supplier competiton
PC / LCV Demand Growth
- Increase in need for PC / LCV chassis manufacturing
3D Printing
- Manufacturing chassis and body parts using giant 3D printers
Multi-Material Design
- Suitable for Flexible vehicle bodies
- Economical and suitable for mass production
Business Objectives
Some examples of diverse business objectives we have worked with our clients
Strategy & Futures
- How are suppliers developing new innovative products that comply with emission and environmental regulations?
- How are the business models of various suppliers, including product innovators and process specialists changing?
Research Development & Innovation
- What are various material innovations that are taking place today for automotive body and chassis development? How are they expected to evolve in next 10 years?
- What are single-platform-modular-chassis and who are actively working on such concepts?
Growth & Market Development
- What is the market potential for non-structural composites and multi-material applications?
- Is there a market potential for module-platform concepts for automotive application? Who could be the relevant customer segments?
Manufacturing, Production & Logistics
- Which lightweight materials are under exploration to substitute traditional materials? How do they compare on defined KPIs?
- What manufacturing techniques are under research to develop low-weight composite welding of components?
