Improve Efficiency, Collaboration, and Innovation

Cisco networking architectures for the automotive industry are based on a proven, industry-leading portfolio of manufacturing products and solutions. They provide real-time visibility and control to deliver a rapid return on investment.

By applying an intelligent, converged network approach to their processes, automotive manufacturers can dramatically improve the performance and flexibility of their operations. They can speed decisions, boost agility, and mitigate risk. Manufacturers can achieve a dramatic return on investment and unlock real business benefits, including:

• Real-time performance visibility
• Better business decisions with access to key performance indicators
• Tighter scheduling cycles
• Inventory visibility throughout the value chain

Many automotive companies are partnering with Cisco to integrate their manufacturing processes with enterprise applications through a single network. They have achieved the following goals:

• Reduced risk by applying Cisco validated designs with comprehensive security
• Increased productivity through remote access, integrated communications, and enhanced mobility
• Enhanced business transformation and faster R&D through video-rich, collaborative production processes, enhanced analytics, and information sharing.