Competitiveness in the Automotive Industry: Operational and Logistical Strategies

• Supply Chain and Logistics in the Automotive Industry

  • Management of parts and raw material supply in sanctions/shortage conditions

  • Optimization of vehicle distribution and transportation networks

  • Global logistics challenges and localization strategies

• Lean Manufacturing and Process Optimization

  • Application of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma in automotive production lines

  • Reducing waste and increasing productivity in assembly

  • The role of automation and robotics in vehicle production

• Quality Management and Automotive Standards

  • Quality control systems in design and production

  • Challenges in complying with international standards (e.g., Euro 7)

  • Non-destructive testing and inspection in the automotive industry

• Digital Transformation and Smart Manufacturing in Automotive Industry

  • Internet of Things (IoT) and data analytics in production lines

  • Application of artificial intelligence in demand forecasting and predictive maintenance

  • Connected Cars and the required infrastructure

• Sustainability and Circular Economy in Automotive Industry

  • Production of electric vehicles and related infrastructure

  • Recycling and reuse of parts from scrapped vehicles

  • Reducing carbon footprint throughout the vehicle lifecycle

• Project Management and Innovation in Vehicle Design

  • New product development (NPD) cycle in automotive industry

  • Challenges in designing future vehicles (autonomous, flying cars)

  • Interdisciplinary collaboration in automotive engineering

• Risks and Economic Challenges in Automotive Industry

  • Impact of currency fluctuations and raw material price changes

  • Government policies and support in industry development

  • Competition with global markets and export strategies