Automotive products need safe and secure software
Software continues to be the most dominant innovation driver in the automotive industry. The core functionalities of autonomous and semi-autonomous systems or V2X (vehicle to everything) connectivity components are almost completely implemented in software as in new vehicle architectures such as the Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV).
To keep vehicle ecosystems current and secure, software must be continuously updateable while maintaining safety. To meet requirements, OEMs and suppliers need to keep pace with the dynamics of this transition under continued cost pressure. As a result, redesigning automotive engineering value streams becomes mandatory.
The success of the SDV depends on industry players learning from one another
Read the industry report that examines the R&D requirements for successful SDV development through an engineering lens. It highlights eight key enablers that help both traditional and next-gen manufacturers (OEMs) to leverage their strengths in a software-intensive world.
An integrated approach to safety and security
Automotive companies are challenged to implement compliance with industry standards, regulations and best practices without adding significant overhead to their bottom line or increasing time to market. These include:
- Automotive SPICE® for quality in systems and software engineering.
- ISO 26262 for functional safety.
- ISO 21448 for the safety of the intended functionality (SOTIF).
- ISO/SAE 21434 for cybersecurity of road vehicles.
- ISO 24089 for software update engineering.
- UL 4600, the Standard for Safety for the Evaluation of Autonomous Products.
- ISO/PAS 8800, Road Vehicles — Safety and Artificial Intelligence.
- ISO/PAS 8926:2024, Road Vehicles — Functional Safety — Use of Pre-existing Software Architectural Elements.
Let’s work together to get the SDV on the road
We offer expert guidance across every stage of SDV development, including comprehensive consulting, robust processes via the Automotive Process Framework, specialized training, and excellence in systems and software engineering.
In particular, we focus on critical touchpoints.
- SDV cybersecurity
- SDV safety
- Data and digital services
- Cross-company collaboration
Our offerings
The above requirements are best resolved with a cohesive and consistent process ecosystem. We support automotive clients through an integrated approach that combines:
Our experts are active in key industry working groups, helping us anticipate changes and trends as early as possible.
The Automotive Process Framework created with our Stages process management software helps automotive customers significantly accelerate definition and rollout of engineering processes while adhering to applicable requirements.
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