• How do SDVs redefine the relationship between automakers, software developers, and consumers?
• What are the biggest cybersecurity risks associated with SDVs, and how can they be mitigated?
• How will SDVs impact the automotive aftermarket, including repairs, tuning, and third-party modifications?
• What role do AI and machine learning play in the evolution of SDVs, and what ethical concerns arise?
• How can regulators keep pace with the rapid advancements in SDV technology while ensuring safety and innovation?

The shift towards software-defined vehicles is set to profoundly impact OEMs and their supply chains. As cars become increasingly defined by software and connectivity, OEMs face a new supply chain logistics era emphasizing agility, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance. This presentation examines how SDV technology affects each stage of the OEM supply chain, from sourcing and logistics to manufacturing and data-driven optimization. Critical to this transformation is the secure management of software and data flows across the supply chain, focusing on cybersecurity strategies to counter software-based vulnerabilities. Additionally, the presentation explores how data analytics can be leveraged to streamline logistics and ensure compliance with rapidly evolving regulations. Attendees will gain insights into the challenges and opportunities SDVs present for OEMs and their suppliers, alongside actionable strategies to adapt to this new landscape.

In this presentation, you will:

• Discover how SDVs will reshape traditional OEM supply chains, with a focus on agile logistics, software-based sourcing, and dynamic inventory management
• Learn more about cybersecurity risks specific to SDV software supply chains and explore proactive measures OEMs can take to safeguard software integrity and protect against cyber threats
• Get a better understanding of the role of data analytics in optimizing SDV supply chains and ensuring compliance, from real-time monitoring to predictive insights that support regulatory adherence and operational efficiency

• How will the rise of software-defined vehicles impact traditional supply chain logistics and sourcing?
• What are the key cybersecurity risks in SDV supply chains, and how can companies mitigate them?
• How can data analytics improve supply chain efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance in the SDV landscape?
• What strategies can supply chains adopt to become more agile and adaptable to SDV-related changes?
• How can manufacturers and suppliers collaborate to ensure secure and efficient software and data management?
• s adapt and improve SDV software using real-world data, and what are the implications for software robustness and long-term vehicle performance?

After the afternoon break and five interactive discussion rounds, the moderators will present a short summary of each world café in front of the audience to showcase the key takeaways.

All results, pictures, and key takeaways of the World Cafés will be photographed after the event and made available to our event app “hubs101.”