Automotive Seat Manufacturing

Use Case Description

Led by ADIENT in partnership with UPV and QUB, this pilot focuses on sustainable supply chain production and transport planning in the automotive seating manufacturing sector.

Challenge

Automotive seating manufacturing involves complex, dynamic supply chain processes with multiple suppliers, manufacturing facilities, and just-in-time delivery requirements. Optimizing this network for both performance and sustainability presents significant challenges.

UniMaaS Solution

The pilot identifies requirements and specifications to address sustainable supply chain production and transport planning. Key implementation areas include:

• Dynamic supply chain optimization considering sustainability metrics
• Real-time coordination between suppliers and manufacturing sites
• Transport planning optimization to reduce environmental impact
• Adaptive manufacturing scheduling based on demand fluctuations

Expected Impact

Enhanced overall performance of automotive supply chains through improved efficiency, reduced waste, and better resource utilization. The pilot validates UniMaaS platform capabilities in handling complex multi-tier supply chain scenarios typical of the automotive industry.