Production, Logistics and Aftermarket

The Production section is concerned with the exchange of information on political topics relevant to production and with the pre-competitive standardization of processes relevant to production. The main topics are the technologies and effects of digitization on production, training and further education of production personnel in line with the technological transformation, securing and further developing production-relevant location factors, and the standardization of processes at the interface between man and machine. The activities are controlled by the VDA Production Committee.

The Logistics section is concerned with the pre-competitive standardization of processes along the entire supply chain. The goal is to increase security, transparency, efficiency, and sustainability in all areas from inbound to in-house to outbound. The activities cover both the physical logistics processes and the digital mapping of the supply chain and electronic data exchange. The activities are controlled by the VDA Logistics Committee and several working groups.

The Aftermarket Section, composed of the VDA Aftermarket Committee and several working groups, represents the interests of the automotive aftermarket. It looks after VDA members in this area, which covers the entire service and spare parts business as well as vehicle diagnostics and technical information within the automotive industry. 
This sector is becoming increasingly important for both vehicle manufacturers and supplier companies. At the same time, manufacturers and suppliers are facing growing challenges. These include increasing technical complexity with implications for parts and diagnostics, rising logistical requirements due to the high diversity of automotive components, changing market structures, and the impact of legal framework conditions.