--- title: Powering Performance | AIAG | Supply Chain Management (2) description: Supply Chain Management | Stay up to date on the latest automotive industry trends, along with AIAG initiatives, events, trainings, publications, products and more. (2) --- [![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/) ## [Tackle Supply Chain Challenges Faster with AVA](https://blog.aiag.org/tackle-supply-chain-challenges-faster-with-ava?hsLang=en-us) Jan 08, 2026 [![AVA](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/AVA-blog2.png)](https://blog.aiag.org/tackle-supply-chain-challenges-faster-with-ava?hsLang=en-us) Every supply chain leader knows that when issues arise, time matters. That’s why AIAG created AVA, your virtual assistant designed to help you quickly diagnose and overcome the toughest supply chain roadblocks. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/tackle-supply-chain-challenges-faster-with-ava?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [AIAG’s North American Customs and Trade Town Hall Crowns a Success-Filled 2025](https://blog.aiag.org/aiags-north-american-customs-and-trade-town-hall-crowns-a-success-filled-2025?hsLang=en-us) Dec 04, 2025 [![Customs Town Hall](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/CTH-2025-Blog2.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/aiags-north-american-customs-and-trade-town-hall-crowns-a-success-filled-2025?hsLang=en-us) AIAG’s North American Customs and Trade Town Hall on November 6, 2025, in Detroit brought automotive supply chain leaders together in person and virtually to tackle challenges including dealing with the new global tariff environment, effectively assessing communications up and down their supply chains, and navigating the next wave of customs and trade policies. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/aiags-north-american-customs-and-trade-town-hall-crowns-a-success-filled-2025?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Kick off 2026 the right way! Earn 60 CBP-Recognized CEUs — Advance Your Career in Automotive Trade Compliance](https://blog.aiag.org/kick-off-2026-the-right-way-earn-60-cbp-recognized-ceus-advance-your-career-in-automotive-trade-compliance?hsLang=en-us) Dec 04, 2025 [![Automotive Compliance Masterclass](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/TCE-Masterclass-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/kick-off-2026-the-right-way-earn-60-cbp-recognized-ceus-advance-your-career-in-automotive-trade-compliance?hsLang=en-us) If you work in automotive trade, customs, or supply chain, there’s never been a more important time to keep your credentials current and your knowledge up to date. That’s why AIAG, in partnership with TCE Pro, is offering the industry’s only automotive-specific trade compliance master class — the one place where you can earn all 60 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) recognized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in a single, flexible program. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/kick-off-2026-the-right-way-earn-60-cbp-recognized-ceus-advance-your-career-in-automotive-trade-compliance?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [WEBINAR: Driving Supply Chain Transparency: Understanding the DDRT](https://blog.aiag.org/webinar-driving-supply-chain-transparency-understanding-the-ddrt?hsLang=en-us) Dec 04, 2025 [![DDRT Webinar](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/DDRT-blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/webinar-driving-supply-chain-transparency-understanding-the-ddrt?hsLang=en-us) We’re less than one week away from the session you need to gain clarity on the Due Diligence Reporting Template (DDRT). If you’re unsure what the DDRT really requires — or haven’t aligned your internal process to support it — this December 9th session is exactly where you should start. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/webinar-driving-supply-chain-transparency-understanding-the-ddrt?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Highlights from the Third Annual Mexico Automotive Forum in Monterrey](https://blog.aiag.org/highlights-from-the-third-annual-mexico-automotive-forum-in-monterrey?hsLang=en-us) Dec 04, 2025 [![AIAG Mexico Automotive Forum](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/Mexico%20Auto%20Forum%20blog.png)](https://blog.aiag.org/highlights-from-the-third-annual-mexico-automotive-forum-in-monterrey?hsLang=en-us) Last week we hosted our third annual Mexico Automotive Forum in Monterrey, NL — co-hosted by Plexus and CLAUT Nuevo León   — and welcomed nearly 400 people from across North America and beyond for a full day of insights, panels, and forward-thinking discussions! [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/highlights-from-the-third-annual-mexico-automotive-forum-in-monterrey?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [PODCAST: Nissan Redefines Aftersales Across the Americas](https://blog.aiag.org/podcast-nissan-redefines-aftersales-across-the-americas?hsLang=en-us) Dec 04, 2025 [![Darrin Lucas](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/darrin%20lucas%20podcast%20blog2.png)](https://blog.aiag.org/podcast-nissan-redefines-aftersales-across-the-americas?hsLang=en-us) In the latest episode of our sponsored collaboration with the Auto Supply Chain Prophets Podcast, [**Darrin Lucas**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrin-lucas-1305783/) Director of After-Sales Supply Chain Operations at Nissan North America, breaks down what truly keeps customers loyal — and why it all happens long after the sale. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/podcast-nissan-redefines-aftersales-across-the-americas?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Streamlining Tariff Compliance: Free AIAG Templates for Steel, Copper, and Aluminum](https://blog.aiag.org/streamlining-tariff-compliance-free-aiag-templates-for-steel-copper-and-aluminum?hsLang=en-us) Dec 04, 2025 [![Tariff Templates](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/template%20covers%20blog.png)](https://blog.aiag.org/streamlining-tariff-compliance-free-aiag-templates-for-steel-copper-and-aluminum?hsLang=en-us) Navigating the fast-changing landscape of U.S. tariffs can add complexity, cost, and risk to your supply chain. That’s why AIAG — drawing on deep collaboration with OEMs, suppliers, and customs experts — has developed free, standardized reporting templates for steel, copper, and aluminum tariffs. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/streamlining-tariff-compliance-free-aiag-templates-for-steel-copper-and-aluminum?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Essentials of Supply Chain Management: Build Your Automotive Advantage](https://blog.aiag.org/essentials-of-supply-chain-management-build-your-automotive-advantage?hsLang=en-us) Dec 04, 2025 [![Essentials of SC Managament](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/Essentials-of-SC-Blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/essentials-of-supply-chain-management-build-your-automotive-advantage?hsLang=en-us) Whether you’re new to the field or looking to sharpen your skills, AIAG’s Essentials of Supply Chain Management learning pathway is your practical starting point for mastering automotive supply chain fundamentals. This flexible, online series covers everything you need to know—from key concepts and strategic planning, to day-to-day operations like materials flow, inventory control, transportation, and electronic data interchange (EDI). [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/essentials-of-supply-chain-management-build-your-automotive-advantage?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Last Call: Don’t Miss the AIAG North American Customs and Trade Town Hall!](https://blog.aiag.org/last-call-dont-miss-the-aiag-north-american-customs-and-trade-town-hall?hsLang=en-us) Nov 04, 2025 [![Customs Town Hall](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/You%E2%80%99re%20part%20of%20this%20community%20blog.png)](https://blog.aiag.org/last-call-dont-miss-the-aiag-north-american-customs-and-trade-town-hall?hsLang=en-us) This is it — your final chance to secure a seat in-person or virtually at the industry’s most essential customs and trade event of the year. The [**AIAG North American Customs and Trade Town Hall**](https://www.aiag.org/events/na-customs-trade-hall) is tomorrow, **November 6, 2025**, and spots are almost gone. If you’re ready for real answers, direct access to leading experts, and the support of a community that truly understands your challenges, now is the time to act. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/last-call-dont-miss-the-aiag-north-american-customs-and-trade-town-hall?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Say Cheese with AVA — Your Trusted AIAG Virtual Assistant!](https://blog.aiag.org/say-cheese-with-ava-your-trusted-aiag-virtual-assistant?hsLang=en-us) Nov 04, 2025 [![AVA](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/AVA%20selfie%20blog.png)](https://blog.aiag.org/say-cheese-with-ava-your-trusted-aiag-virtual-assistant?hsLang=en-us) If you’ve seen attendees smiling for selfies with AVA at our recent events, you already know — she’s more than a friendly face. Powered by AI and built on AIAG’s expert-vetted, industry-curated library, [**AVA**](https://www.aiag.org/aiag-virtual-assistant) is your digital guide to quality, supply chain, and corporate responsibility resources. 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