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SUPPLIER EYE

  • Magazine Article
  • 20AUTP06_07
Published June 01, 2020 by SAE International in United States
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  • English

Thus far, 2020 has taught the auto industry several valuable - and in many ways, brutal - lessons. The coronavirus pandemic opened our eyes to the industry's interdependence and underlying fragility.

In last month's column, I discussed the impact COVID-19 is having on R&D budgets. A reduction in available future capital adversely impacts OEM and suppliers alike - forcing a focus on only those initiatives that fit into increasingly restrictive budgets. Risk reduction and optimizing revenue now are at the forefront for organizations of all sizes.