Today's automotive manufacturers must respond to rapid changes in consumer buying behavior, continued pressure to reduce costs, and growing complexity in
supply chain management—increasing the importance of forging tighter linkages with their global supply chain.
But manufacturers also face challenges in securely sharing sensitive real-time data with their global supplier network, especially as the use of wireless
devices increases. The IBM and Cisco Secure Wireless Supply Chain Solution for Automotive streamlines and structures the sharing of critical information,
enhancing visibility, increasing supply chain flexibility, and reducing operational risk.
Key Benefits
The IBM and Cisco Secure Wireless Supply Chain Solution delivers the following benefits:
Facilitates Demand-driven Supply Chain
Utilizing an IP-enabled network and service-oriented architecture, the solution acquires up-to-date data, transforms it into actionable information, and
distributes the right information in real-time to members of the extended supply chain. Improved communications ensure that the global supply chain,
distribution centers, and factories are highly responsive to change.Enterprise Security and Wireless Productivity
The solution's system approach ensures enterprise security across all ecosystem partners and many device types. Wireless devices help automate manual
tasks—such as ordering, invoicing, and bill processing—reducing inventory management and distribution costs.Cost Reductions, Measurable ROI
The solution also improves replenishment processes to reduce out-of-stocks that threaten factory throughput. Better supply chain information supports
better capacity management and quality control. The cumulative benefit is to reduce the number of days in the production cycle time so that manufacturers
can deliver the right car, to the right location, at a lower cost and faster than ever before.Simple for Suppliers
The solution requires only dedicated internet access for suppliers to participate. Content is made available on secure web sites, and transformed for
display on supported devices.Foundation for Future Manufacturing Productivity Applications
This secure network infrastructure can be the cornerstone for other productivity-enhancing applications that require seamless communication with suppliers,
distribution centers, factories, and dealerships including:
- Factory monitoring
- Quality control and asset tracking
- Dealer collaboration
Contact your local IBM or Cisco representative to learn how you can implement an IBM and Cisco Secure Wireless Supply Chain Solution for Automotive.
Solution Materials
Flash presentation: IBM and Cisco Alliance Automotive Solutions