Vector Informatik, a leading provider of automotive embedded electronics, is actively expanding its portfolio and providing valuable advisory and supporting services to accelerate the development of software-defined vehicles (SDVs). The company’s collaborative working model is designed to assist customers throughout the entire SDV development process, from the early design phase with requirements and architecture engineering, through integration and testing phases, to the final stages of production.
In today’s rapidly evolving automotive landscape, the move towards software-defined vehicles is a significant industry trend. SDVs rely heavily on advanced software and electronic control systems to manage various functions traditionally handled by mechanical systems. This transition is driven by the increasing complexity of vehicle features, such as advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), autonomous driving capabilities, and in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) systems. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, SDVs promise enhanced safety, efficiency, and a more connected driving experience.
Vector Informatik’s services play a crucial role in helping vehicle manufacturers reduce their time-to-market for SDVs. The company’s approach involves a collaborative working mode that engages internal and external experts, ensuring a fast-paced project progression from the early design phase to the production-ready vehicle. This collaborative model facilitates a seamless exchange of expertise, enabling Vector to provide valuable insights and guidance based on hands-on experiences and best practices gained from numerous SDV projects with various customers globally.
The advisory services offered by Vector cover different SDV phases, providing assistance in defining project requirements, developing architectural frameworks, and navigating the complexities of software integration and testing. These services take into account automotive quality, safety, and security requirements, ensuring that the resulting SDV systems meet the highest industry standards.
One of the key advantages of Vector’s services is the ability to customize packages based on the specific needs and circumstances of the customers. Whether they are new entrants (greenfield approach) or existing players (brownfield approach) in the automotive industry, Vector tailors its support to align with different use cases, such as central gateway architecture, domain controller architecture, or zonal architecture. The tailored packages also consider electronic control unit (ECU) use cases, such as zonal controllers and high-performance computers (HPC) for AD/ADAS or in-vehicle infotainment.
Dr. Matthias Traub, Director of Embedded Software and Systems at Vector, emphasized the company’s commitment to helping customers focus on the features and innovations that matter most to them. By providing advisory services and actively supporting the development of the software platform – the foundation for SDV features – Vector enables its customers to navigate the complexities of SDV development with confidence.
Traub explained, “Our services give our customers the freedom to focus on the features and innovations that are relevant to them. We share our expertise and actively support them to build the foundation for the features, the so-called software platform.”
Vector’s comprehensive portfolio addresses critical aspects of SDV development, including architecture design, software integration, testing automation, and the creation of software platforms both in-vehicle and in the cloud. The company’s standard framework comprises patterns, workflows, blueprints, templates, how-to guides, and pre-defined building blocks for the Base Layer and Software Factory. This framework serves as a valuable resource for project teams, providing guidance and accelerating the development process.
The expansion of Vector Informatik’s portfolio and the introduction of advisory services come at a time when the automotive industry is undergoing a profound transformation. As vehicles become increasingly software-dependent and feature-rich, companies like Vector play a vital role in supporting manufacturers and contributing to the successful development and deployment of software-defined vehicles. By actively engaging with customers, sharing expertise, and offering tailored solutions, Vector is positioned to make a significant impact on the future of automotive technology.
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