At the heart of The Prophets’ vision are “The 24 Essential Supply Chain Processes.” What are they? Find out, and see the future yourself. Click here In this episode of the Auto Supply Chain Prophets, Andreas Bareid, head of e-mobility for QAD shares his insights on the topic of e-mobility and supply chain management. He highlights the advantages and disadvantages of EV startups, including their ability to move quickly but lack of experience and infrastructure. Traditional automotive companies face similar challenges in adapting to the EV market while dealing with legacy systems. Andreas emphasizes the importance of an integrated approach and scalable solutions for efficient supply chain management.This episode delves into the concept of speed and the differences between traditional automotive companies and EV startups in terms of implementation expectations. EV startups work on shorter timescales, aiming to move from ideation to engineering, small-scale production, and eventually massive scale in a matter of months. Traditional OEMs tend to follow a more thorough and time-consuming process. The ability to make quick decisions and access data in real time is crucial for growth and competitiveness.Join this conversation with Andreas Bareid as he also highlights the common pain points in the industry, including the importance of time-to-market for both startups and established companies. And, the interest of foreign companies in establishing onshore operations in the US, as well as the potential consequences of US policies on battery production in Europe and other regions. Themes discussed in this episode:E-mobility and its impact on the supply chain managementThe challenges faced by EV startups in terms of supply chain control, compliance requirements, and onboarding suppliers.The importance of having a good supply chain management system and ERP system  The significance of integrated solutions, government policies, and collaborative efforts within the automotive industryFeatured on this episode: Name: Andreas BareidTitle: Director of E-Mobility and Battery Business Development at QADAbout: Andreas leads transformative growth and sustainable innovation in the automotive industry. With QAD Adaptive Applications, he empowers companies to navigate disruption, scale sustainably, and thrive amidst technological advancements.Connect: LinkedinEpisode Highlights:[02:28] EV startups and infrastructure. The importance of a good supply chain management system and ERP system for the success of EV startups.[04:12] Funding requirements for startups. The need for EV startups to move quickly in order to secure funding and avoid going out of business. Different funding requirements at different stages of the startup journey, such as ISO 9001 documentation and compliance with industry standards.[09:03] US-made car battery supply chain. The impact of US regulations on the battery supply chain, specifically the requirement for 40% of...