Critical Trends in the Global Automotive Industry Supply Chain
GlobalAutoIndustry.com’s latest Audio Interview “Critical Trends in the Global Automotive Industry Supply Chain” with Ron Hesse features Matt Lekstutis. Matt is a senior supply chain consulting leader with over 25 years’ experience building and leading consulting businesses and as an industry C-Level executive. He assists clients in achieving market leading business performance through supply chain and procurement in a diverse range of industries including Industrial Manufacturing, Private Equity, Aerospace & Defense, among other industries. Prior to joining Efficio, Matt led supply chain business consulting, digital enablement and managed services for preeminent firms including EY, Kearney, PwC and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). Matt holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the Webb Institute.
In the 18-minute Audio Interview, Mr. Lekstutis discusses these questions:
• Supply chain complexity continues to challenge the automotive industry. From your perspective, what are the most critical trends shaping this landscape today?
• How can AI and real-time data transform supplier visibility and help manufacturers anticipate disruptions before they occur?
• In your experience, what role does predictive analytics play in optimizing inventory and ensuring operational efficiency across global supply chains?
• Collaboration across manufacturers, suppliers, and logistics partners is often cited as a key differentiator. How can companies foster a truly connected value chain?
• The transition to EVs is introducing new supply chain challenges, particularly around batteries and raw materials. How should manufacturers adapt their strategies to stay resilient?
• Recent global disruptions have highlighted vulnerabilities in supply chains. What steps can industry leaders take to build more flexible and future-ready operations?
