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From firefighting to foresight: how automotive supply chains are learning to trust their data

· Source: automotivelogistics.media

In short

Automotive supply chain leaders at ALSC Europe 2026 emphasized that successful AI implementation depends more on foundational data quality and human trust than on technological sophistication. Experts from ZF Lifetec, Stellantis, Blue Yonder, and Shippeo outlined a three-layer hierarchy of needs: data standardization, real-time connectivity, and decision intelligence. The consensus highlighted that bridging the gap between data experts and process specialists is crucial for overcoming the 'black box paradox' and building trust in AI-driven insights.

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