Automotive Tech Breakthrough: Cognizants New Alliance Promises Faster Vehicle Software Development
Summary
This enhanced accelerator, featuring Elektrobits proven Adaptive AUTOSAR solution, aims to help original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 suppliers create scalable, flexible, and cost-efficient SDV architectures. By addressing safety and security early on, it reduces the time needed to add new features and manages the complexity of different software platforms. "By combining Elektrobits expertise in Adaptive AUTOSAR middleware and virtualization with Cognizants SDV accelerator, the partnership enables modular development, tackles software complexity, enhances prototyping efficiency, mitigates cybersecurity risks, and streamlines ecosystem orchestration—ultimately improving time to market and competitiveness for customers." "The comprehensive pre-built accelerator is intended to help reduce total ownership costs and improve time to market," said Wolfgang Thieme, Director, Product Management Cloud & Systems, Elektrobit. "We intend to streamline the development process, enhance vehicle functionality, identify defects early and integrate Gen AI in the software lifecycle to meet the growing demand for customization and hyper-personalization," said Aditya Pathak, Vice President and Americas Head of Auto, Transportation and Logistics, Cognizant.