NTT DATA _ Business and technology trends in Automotive 6xxi

The automotive business model is being transformed by multiple factors from environmental concerns, cognitive data, ownership but also by emerging technologies causing shifts in customer behaviors. According to our guest Vadim Zimberg, NTT DATA Global SAP Automotive Offering Lead, smart cities are one of the most exciting current developments but their success depends on citizens’ organization and finding the right balance between existing transportation models: private, public and other modern models such as car sharing, flat rates or short term leasings. Another challenge smart cities are facing is that without 5G and advanced connectivity, they can’t reach their full potential. So, if smart cities are only a fraction of the solution, what else should car producers be taking into consideration when defining their long-term strategy? [Text Wrapping Break] our guests for the first episode of our podcast series dedicated to the latest market trends where we discuss the importance of SAP technology for the future of the automotive industry, the impact of data on connectivity and how NTT DATA can help automotive companies create and achieve a sustainable competitive advantage using technologies such as SAP. Guests: Vadim Zimberg - NTT DATA Global SAP Automotive Offering Lead Ricardo Langa - NTT DATA SAP Global Co-lead for the LEAP Program 284y4y