--- title: Powering Performance | AIAG (43) description: Stay up to date on the latest automotive industry trends, along with AIAG initiatives, events, trainings, publications, products and more. (43) --- [![White AIAG Logo - Uniting Minds.Elevating Standards.](https://blog.aiag.org/hs-fs/hubfs/White%20AIAG%20Logo%20-%20Uniting%20Minds.Elevating%20Standards..png?width=254&height=76&name=White%20AIAG%20Logo%20-%20Uniting%20Minds.Elevating%20Standards..png)](http://www.aiag.org/) ## [Spots Are Still Available for October Training at AIAG - Don't Miss Out!](https://blog.aiag.org/spots-are-still-available-for-october-training-at-aiag-register-today?hsLang=en-us) Aug 21, 2023 [![](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/learning%20concept%20-%20blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/spots-are-still-available-for-october-training-at-aiag-register-today?hsLang=en-us) Still looking for training this fall? Check out October courses below, and be sure to bookmark our [Training Calendar](https://www.aiag.org/store/training/training-calendar) to explore even more options in the coming weeks (and months)!  [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/spots-are-still-available-for-october-training-at-aiag-register-today?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Register Now for the 2023 IMDS Conference](https://blog.aiag.org/register-now-for-the-2023-imds-conference-2?hsLang=en-us) Aug 15, 2023 [![car_supplies](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/automotive%20supplies%20-%20blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/register-now-for-the-2023-imds-conference-2?hsLang=en-us) Registration is now open for our [2023 IMDS & Product Chemical Compliance Conference](https://www.aiag.org/store/events/details?EventCode=E23IMDS) at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Michigan! This year's hybrid event will explore, "Transitioning IMDS from Materials Compliance to the Circular Economy," with two full days of presentations from industry and subject matter experts.  [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/register-now-for-the-2023-imds-conference-2?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [DON’T MISS THESE TWO FAE EVENTS!](https://blog.aiag.org/dont-miss-these-two-fae-events?hsLang=en-us) Aug 15, 2023 [![Young_Professionals](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/young_professionals_3-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/dont-miss-these-two-fae-events?hsLang=en-us) **Emeline King’s Historic Accomplishments** Join us on August 24, 2023, to hear from Emeline King — the first African American woman to work as a transportation designer for Ford Motor Company —  during this unique webinar event based on her autobiography, *What Do You Mean A Black Girl Can't Design Cars? Emeline King, She Did It!* [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/dont-miss-these-two-fae-events?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [How to Engage Suppliers on Scope 3 Reduction](https://blog.aiag.org/how-to-engage-suppliers-on-scope-3-reduction?hsLang=en-us) Aug 15, 2023 [![net zero emissions](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/net%20zero%20emissions%20-%20blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/how-to-engage-suppliers-on-scope-3-reduction?hsLang=en-us) The science is clear: Companies need to halve greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050 to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. For some years, companies have had the chance to commit to these targets via the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and directly contribute to reaching the goals of The Paris Agreement. Thankfully, the number of commitments from business has risen exponentially.  [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/how-to-engage-suppliers-on-scope-3-reduction?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [New Session Details Available for This Year’s Quality Summit – Secure Your Spot Today!](https://blog.aiag.org/new-session-details-available-for-this-years-quality-summit-secure-your-spot-today?hsLang=en-us) Aug 10, 2023 [![Quality_level](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/quality%20level%20max%20-%20blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/new-session-details-available-for-this-years-quality-summit-secure-your-spot-today?hsLang=en-us) Join us October 4-5 for our [2023 Quality Summit](https://go.aiag.org/quality-summit?hsLang=en-us)! With two days of presentations from industry and subject matter experts, we’re eager to explore everything from the new APQP and Control Plan, to Rules 6th, quality challenges in transitioning to electrification, and much more. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/new-session-details-available-for-this-years-quality-summit-secure-your-spot-today?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [AIAG Core Tools Support™ (CTS) Software Update: Sign Up for a Live Group Demo Today!](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-core-tools-support-cts-software-update-sign-up-for-a-live-group-demo-today?hsLang=en-us) Aug 09, 2023 [![CTS_Logo](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/CTS%20logo%20-%20blog.jpeg)](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-core-tools-support-cts-software-update-sign-up-for-a-live-group-demo-today?hsLang=en-us) If you haven’t had a chance to check out demo options for our Core Tools Support™ (CTS) software lately, now’s the time! Along with a one-hour, pre-recorded demo, live group demonstrations are also offered on a monthly basis, with a quick and easy online registration process. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-core-tools-support-cts-software-update-sign-up-for-a-live-group-demo-today?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Quality Training Highlight: See What's On Our Calendar for October!](https://blog.aiag.org/quality-training-highlight-see-whats-on-our-calendar-for-october?hsLang=en-us) Aug 03, 2023 [![Keep_Learning](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/keep%20learning%20-%20blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/quality-training-highlight-see-whats-on-our-calendar-for-october?hsLang=en-us) Ready to get your next AIAG training scheduled? Check out October Quality sessions below, and be sure to click the links to learn more! [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/quality-training-highlight-see-whats-on-our-calendar-for-october?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Ready for Your Next Supply Chain Management Training? Find Out More at the AIAG Store!](https://blog.aiag.org/usmca-and-mmog/le-training-sessions-are-fast-approaching-dont-miss-out?hsLang=en-us) Aug 01, 2023 [![skills training](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/training%20laptop%20-%20blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/usmca-and-mmog/le-training-sessions-are-fast-approaching-dont-miss-out?hsLang=en-us) From MMOG/LE implementation training, to our annual CBP-led ACE Reporting Demonstrations for Export and Import, we've got your training needs covered through the summer months and beyond. Check out linked titles below to learn more, and be sure to register today to secure your spot!  [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/usmca-and-mmog/le-training-sessions-are-fast-approaching-dont-miss-out?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Registration Open for AIAG’s Supply Chain and Customs Summit](https://blog.aiag.org/registration-open-for-aiags-supply-chain-and-customs-summit?hsLang=en-us) Aug 01, 2023 [![Supply Chain Logistics](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/supply%20chain%20logistics-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/registration-open-for-aiags-supply-chain-and-customs-summit?hsLang=en-us) AIAG’s Hybrid Supply Chain and Customs Summit is open now for [early registration](https://www.aiag.org/store/events/details?EventCode=E23SUPCUS). Scheduled for November 15, 2023, at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Michigan, the conference includes speakers from industry, government, and subject matter experts on “The Future of Supply Chain — Navigating a New Playing Field.” Registration for the live virtual event is also available. 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