Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is partnering with Tata Communications, a global communications technology provider, to drive its digital transformation and set new standards such as Industry 4.0 and advanced analytics.
The collaboration aims to power the production of JLR’s next-generation vehicles, a key part of its Reimagine strategy, and provide the connectivity foundation for the organisation’s future phase of digital transformation.
To support this, Tata Communications will deploy its cloud-first, software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) technology, connecting JLR’s 128 sites worldwide. This advanced global connected capability will significantly raise supply chain efficiency and security.
The transformation will enable JLR to adopt AI-powered and real-time data capturing, monitoring and analysis, in order to improve production line performance. Predictive risk management controls will help the carmaker to identify potential anomalies more effectively, bringing greater efficiencies and helping to ensure vehicle quality build.
The partnership is estimated to bring significant cost savings and business benefits through scale and security. Tata Communications has already commenced implementation of the network transformation program and will complete the deployment by 2025.
Tony Battle, JLR Group Chief Digital and Information Officer, said: “This is an exciting phase in the digital transformation of our business, leveraging the technologies and capabilities of Tata Communications that will leapfrog our networks into the future. Moving to SD-WAN means we can use AI powered automation to predict vulnerabilities, proactively intervene, prevent issues and perform more effectively on a global scale across our network. The cutting-edge connectivity platform will help us build the world-class ecosystem we need to deliver modern luxury vehicles and remarkable driving experiences.”
Sumeet Walia, Executive Vice President and Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at Tata Communications, added: “JLR is a global hallmark for automotive luxury and innovation. As the industry rapidly evolves, it’s an exciting time to further strengthen our relationship and support its digital transformation strategy. Tata Communications is deploying a ‘digital fabric’, comprising our agile infrastructure, platforms and managed services, that will help integrate JLR’s systems, workforce, suppliers, stakeholders and customers across the globe, delivering a seamless flow of data to enrich key aspects of the business ecosystem. This partnership will also further our combined commitment to sustainability, as we join forces with JLR to digitally transform the production line of their next generation vehicles.”
This collaboration is a further example of JLR accelerating delivery of its Reimagine strategy through collaboration with leaders in their fields, while driving synergies and business excellence within the wider Tata Group.
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced a strategic partnership with Tata Communications, a global communications technology provider, to support its digital transformation and introduce new standards such as Industry 4.0 and advanced analytics.
The collaboration will enable the production of JLR’s next-generation vehicles, as part of its Reimagine strategy, and provide the necessary connectivity foundations for the organisation’s future phase of digital transformation.
Tata Communications will deploy its cloud-first, software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) technology, connecting all of JLR’s 128 sites worldwide. This advanced global connected capability will improve supply chain efficiency and security.
The transformation will enable JLR to incorporate AI-powered and real-time data capture, monitoring and analysis, to optimise production line performance. Predictive risk management controls will help the carmaker to identify potential anomalies more effectively, leading to greater efficiencies and helping to ensure vehicle quality build.
Tony Battle, JLR Group Chief Digital and Information Officer, said: “This is an exciting phase in the digital transformation of our business, leveraging the technologies and capabilities of Tata Communications that will leapfrog our networks into the future. Moving to SD-WAN means we can use AI powered automation to predict vulnerabilities, proactively intervene, prevent issues and perform more effectively on a global scale across our network. The cutting-edge connectivity platform will help us build the world-class ecosystem we need to deliver modern luxury vehicles and remarkable driving experiences.”
Sumeet Walia, Executive Vice President and Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at Tata Communications, added: “JLR is a global hallmark for automotive luxury and innovation. As the industry rapidly evolves, it’s an exciting time to further strengthen our relationship and support its digital transformation strategy. Tata Communications is deploying a ‘digital fabric’, comprising our agile infrastructure, platforms and managed services, that will help integrate JLR’s systems, workforce, suppliers, stakeholders and customers across the globe, delivering a seamless flow of data to enrich key aspects of the business ecosystem. This partnership will also further our combined commitment to sustainability, as we join forces with JLR to digitally transform the production line of their next generation vehicles.”
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