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The United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) includes major changes for the automotive industry – presenting both opportunities and challenges. The USMCA replaces NAFTA and will initially start to take effect beginning July 1, 2020.

The coronavirus pandemic has brought supply chains to the forefront, whereas previously, many were accustomed to it running unseen in the background of everyday life. But for supply chain leaders, the pandemic has shifted focus from business as usual to crisis management, and planning for more robust supply chains in the future.

The long awaited motor carrier hours-of-service (HOS) final rule was issued earlier today (article written May 14, 2020) by the United States Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

Join the environmental regulatory experts at IPC and ITI for their 2020 Critical Environmental Requirements for Electronics Conference, now hosted as a virtual event!

In support of industry recovery efforts, AIAG has partnered with QAD and Quistem to offer a free webinar on “Operational Restart Readiness for the Automotive Supply Chain.” Presented by AIAG’s program manager of supply chain products and services, Jim Liegghio; QAD’s director of automotive, Terry Onica; and Quistem LLC’s president, Cathy Fisher, this 45-minute recording addresses key manufacturing topics to consider for resuming operations after a complete or partial shutdown in the current environment.

The Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability will both help to protect citizens and the environment better against hazardous chemicals and encourage innovation for the development of safe and sustainable alternatives. It will set a vision and a comprehensive framework for action where all parties — including industry — should work together to combine better health and environmental protection and increased global competitiveness.

The increased use of virtual connectivity creates greater opportunity for cyber risk. Whether your organization is taking its first steps to prioritize cybersecurity, renewing efforts to protect itself from cybercrime, or performing a health check on existing security measures, AIAG’s Supply Safe: Cyber Safe bundles can help.

We are proud to announce the launch of our Core Tools Support™ (CTS) software in Mexico! The translated software, now available with AIAG’s content in Spanish, is provided using a server dedicated to organizations located in Mexico.

As the automotive industry grapples with new realities introduced by the spread of COVID-19, the International Automotive Task Force (IATF) is discussing the impact with respect to prioritizing the safety and well-being of those involved with IATF 16949 certification scheme.

Information and ideas are the tools the automotive supply chain needs most to secure its future, said Pete Mento, managing director and practice leader of global customs and duties for Crowe LLP.