Title: New design methodologies and supplier partnership: impacts on Vehicle Development Process (VDP)

Authors: *** Renato -- Zambrano *** Vincenzo -- Pagliarulo

Addresses: *** Fiat Auto SpA so Agnelli, 200, 10135 Torino, Italy *** Fiat Auto SpA so Agnelli, 200, 10135 Torino, Italy

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.

Keywords: computer aided systems; cooperative working; co-design.

DOI: 10.1504/IJATM.2001.000042

International Journal of Automotive Technology and Management, 2001 Vol.1 No.2/3, pp.321-334

Published online: 02 Jul 2003 *

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