In this Red Sofa interview from Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global 2024 in Detroit, sponsored by Unipart Logistics, we sit down with Mercedes Figueroa, Head of Transportation Operations for Stellantis North America, to discuss how the company is navigating supply chain challenges in a time of unpredictable demand. Mercedes shares her insights on building resilience and flexibility within Stellantis’ logistics operations.

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A key focus of the conversation is the importance of accurate forecasting and strong collaboration with logistics partners. By improving communication and sharing real-time data with carriers and service providers, Stellantis can react quickly to changes in demand, ensuring the network remains agile and cost-effective. Figueroa emphasises how building a flexible logistics network is crucial to managing fluctuations in production and supply.

Mercedes Figueroa also touches on the role of digitalisation, including AI, in shaping the future of logistics. She shares her vision of how AI and data-driven insights can help Stellantis and its partners optimise transportation capacity, leading to smarter, faster decision-making across the supply chain. This forward-thinking approach is part of Stellantis’ larger strategy to use technology to drive greater efficiency and responsiveness.

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