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Automotive & E-Mobility – stable systems, reliable releases

We support OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers and partners in developing software-defined, electrified and connected vehicle systems – from architecture to SOP.

  • Software-Defined Vehicle
  • E-Mobility & High Voltage
  • Testing & Quality
  • ASPICE & Standards

The transformation of the global automotive industry

The automotive industry is undergoing the most profound transformation since its inception. Vehicles are becoming software-driven, highly connected and fully electrified. Classical ECU landscapes are evolving into centralized, zonal architectures. Software is gaining massive importance compared to hardware, and over-the-air updates are changing vehicle functionality even after SOP.

This transformation affects not only technology, but also development processes, quality requirements, supply chains and organizational models. Development cycles are shrinking while technical complexity increases. New risks arise – ranging from cybersecurity and functional safety to global dependencies.

This is exactly where DiNC-POSiTiVE comes in: We help companies make modern software and electronics development manageable, stabilize projects and bring products safely into series production.

Key trends shaping the industry

Software-Defined Vehicle

Software becomes the key differentiator. Platforms, middleware and update capability define innovation speed and scalability.

Electrification

High-voltage architectures, battery management, power electronics and charging infrastructure define efficiency and future viability.

Connectivity & Diagnostics

OTA, remote diagnostics, fleet management and digital services require stable and secure communication concepts.

Autonomous & Semi-Autonomous Driving

Sensor fusion, AI logic, safety concepts and complex validation strategies fundamentally change vehicle development.

Situation in Germany & Europe

Europe is undergoing a massive transformation. The transition to emission-free, software-driven mobility requires deep technical, organizational and regulatory expertise.

Companies are simultaneously facing increasing technical complexity, skilled labor shortages, growing global competition and strict requirements from ISO 26262, ISO 21434 and OEM-specific ASPICE frameworks.

Germany and Europe continue to have strong engineering capabilities and a strong quality mindset. However, the decisive factor is the ability to efficiently combine classical mechanics with modern software development.

Industry challenges

Exploding software complexity

Millions of lines of code, high dependencies and increasing test effort make stable architectures indispensable.

Safety & security requirements

ISO 26262 and ISO 21434 require robust processes, evidence and clean artifact chains.

Validation & testing effort

HiL, SiL, automated testing and robust test concepts are mandatory.

High-voltage systems

Batteries, inverters, OBCs and DC chargers require new testing and industrialization strategies.

SOP pressure

Time pressure, insufficient maturity and late testing lead to unstable production ramp-ups.

Global supply chains

International development teams require clear processes, KPIs and supplier monitoring.

Expert shortages

Embedded, HV and test experts are scarce – capacities must be deployed strategically.

Normative evidence

ASPICE, OEM requirements and audits demand complete and clean documentation.

Our service portfolio for the automotive industry

Engineering

  • Embedded software development (C, C++, AUTOSAR)
  • Electronics development & ECU design
  • HV systems: OBC, DC chargers, battery management
  • Diagnostics & communication protocols (UDS, CAN, Ethernet)

Testing & Quality

  • System and software testing (manual & automated)
  • HiL, SiL, MiL – specification and operation
  • Test automation & toolchains
  • End-of-line test concepts

Processes & Standards

  • ASPICE gap analyses & enablement
  • Functional safety (ISO 26262)
  • Cybersecurity engineering (ISO 21434)
  • Traceability & requirements management

Interim & Consulting

  • Project stabilization & troubleshooting
  • SOP support
  • Supplier monitoring (ACQ.4)
  • Coaching of development and quality teams

Why DiNC-POSiTiVE?

Let’s talk

Whether software, testing, ASPICE, cybersecurity or high-voltage engineering – we support you where technical risks and time pressure are highest.