New design methodologies and supplier partnership: impacts on Vehicle Development Process (VDP)
by *** Renato -- Zambrano *** Vincenzo -- Pagliarulo
International Journal of Automotive Technology and Management (IJATM), Vol. 1, No. 2/3, 2001

Abstract: This present paper is intended to summarise most of the current computerised technologies, highlighting their interpretation and implementation in Fiat Auto, with a particular emphasis on the possibility they offer for a tighter integration of external suppliers. The items that will be addressed here under are the following: the competitive scenario in the 2000s; new IT opportunities and related development methodologies; and the impact of supplier partnerships. Positive aspects together with relevant drawbacks are analysed to identify their impact on the VDP and the related strategies adopted in Fiat.

Online publication date: Wed, 02-Jul-2003

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