Experts claim that autonomous driving software development has a great future. But, while there are numerous advantages of self-driving vehicles, there are also some disadvantages. The recent fatal accident that involved an autonomous car operated by Uber has undermined people’s confidence in the implementation of this technology. That is why we’ve made a comprehensive list of pros and cons of self-driving cars. Pros Economic Benefit The implementation of self-driving cars within the transport system is expected to bring substantial economic […]
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Top 5 most innovative automotive companies
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Since the invention of the gas-powered car in the 1891s, automobiles have drastically changed. And they changed our lives too. Due to modernization, an increase in population and evolution, there are now around 1 billion cars in use and over 15 popular automotive companies worldwide. People now use cars as a status symbol and often upgrade for a better look or performance. A digital transformation which is an application of digital tools to enhance performance, products, and services, has […]
5 Principles of Software Development in the Automotive Industry
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It is no news that the automotive industry is getting bigger, better and more complex. The automotive industry is one of the most important economic sectors by revenue. Even though most parts of an automobile are hardware, change is predominantly driven by modern software implemented into vehicles. The software changes many areas of customer experience via car connectivity features, infotainment, and smart driver assistance. Under the conditions of a great focus on innovation and fierce competition in the automotive market, […]
10 Questions to Ask Your Potential Automotive IT Consultants
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The digital transformation of the automotive industry has become so hectic that companies find it difficult to recognize all the trends and market needs. Even if they do, they can spend too much time doing market research, contemplating innovative ideas and assessing risks. This is why automotive IT consulting has been gaining popularity in recent years. There are many reasons to hire an automotive IT consulting company. Still, a lot depends on the actual choice you make. Thus, be scrupulous […]
How AI Has Been Сhanging the Automotive Industry
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2019 has proved that digital transformation is now a matter of survival for automotive companies – you either respond to the trends and innovate or vanish from the market. Although digital transformation is not limited to AI, it is Artificial Intelligence that has been making some dramatic changes in the automotive industry lately. Although AI has seen massive investment and 10% of automotive companies have been deploying AI at scale during the previous year, experts still consider such automotive’s AI […]
How to Build a Successful App Roadmap in the Automotive Industry
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There is a high demand for digital transformation in the automotive industry. Still, it doesn’t mean that any automotive digital transformation initiative is boomed for success. Forbes reports that 84% of companies fail at digital transformation and the automotive industry is no exclusion here. Having vast experience in automotive digital transformation consultancy, FTP Software can confidently claim that a clear and focused roadmap for software development is vital to successful product launch. How to Build an App Roadmap? An app […]
Why Automotive IT Consulting is Gaining More and More Popularity
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Automotive IT consulting is no longer considered an optional service for those who can afford expert’s advice. On the contrary, it has become a basic strategy that both start-ups and leaders of the automotive industry use to successfully compete on the market. Such popularity is not just a trend; IT consulting automotive companies such as FTP Software provide lots of benefits with a direct impact on the bottom line of the client company. Here is how they do it. Niche […]
5 Reasons to Hire an Automotive IT Consulting Company
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It may not always be apparent why you should hire a consulting firm. That is why, as an IT consulting automotive company, FPT Software decided to compose a list of 5 reasons why hiring a consultant is advantageous for business Forewarned is Forearmed The most common reason for hiring an automotive IT consulting company is to get an extra pair of hands. It may help if your managers are too overwhelmed with their tasks or they deal with an emergency […]
What You Need To Know about In-Vehicle Infotainment Cybersecurity in 2019
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With all of the improvements in modern vehicles as they become more and more connected, all systems from safety to entertainment, are controlled by computers. In fact, today’s cars rely on about 100 million lines of code to get them moving. This has raised concerns about automotive cybersecurity. The lines between transportation and software are blurred now. 62% of automotive manufacturers think that it’s likely that malicious attacks will occur in their software or components in the next year. This […]
Human Machine Interface (HMI) Trends Are on The Way to Intuitive Connected Vehicles
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Dials and switches are used to control everything in modern vehicles. As the automotive industry evolves so do its norms. Today, we are rapidly moving towards a world of shared and self-driving cars. Automotive manufacturers implement a range of human-machine interface technologies (HMIs) including voice controls, interior-facing cameras, touch-sensitive surfaces and smarter, personalized platforms. Voice control is among preferred interfaces and has the largest percentage of HMIs, since it allows hands-free control and therefore less distraction from the road. Other […]