Analyzing the role of Indian Auto Component Exports on the Supply Chain Resilience of European Car Manufactures
Prajapati, Sunilkumar (2025)
2025
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The goal of this research was to analyse the role of Indian auto component exports on the supply chain resilience of European car manufacturers. A qualitative research method was used, utilizing structured interviews and open-ended questions. The findings have been analyzed using the thematic analysis method that portrays the use of themes derived from the transcript. Qualitative research was conducted through interviews and thematic analysis, focusing on supply chain managers, logistics coordinators, and quality assurance officers in select Indian auto component firms. Professionals with firsthand, in-depth knowledge of the subject and direct involvement in export operations, including both trade challenges and compliance requirements, were chosen.
The findings reveal that notwithstanding the strong position of India in the auto component sector, supply chain efficiencies have been affected due to the challenge of compliance with EU regulations, global disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic and Red Sea crisis, and high freight costs. The challenges faced by the trading of auto components between the EU and India include higher shipping costs, geopolitical conflicts like the Ukraine war, delayed transportation, uncertainties like the COVID-19 pandemic and others. The regulatory issues faced by the trade relationship between the EU and India include environmental norms, quality and safety standards and REACH regulations.
In order to continue with effective trading, Indian manufacturers need to comply with these regulations and train their employees to acquire knowledge regarding these norms. To improve cross-country partnerships and enhance supply chain resilience, open and transparent communication is the key aspect. It can be stated that increasing technical capability and investing in advanced technologies are the major approaches to improving quality and continuous development.
The findings reveal that notwithstanding the strong position of India in the auto component sector, supply chain efficiencies have been affected due to the challenge of compliance with EU regulations, global disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic and Red Sea crisis, and high freight costs. The challenges faced by the trading of auto components between the EU and India include higher shipping costs, geopolitical conflicts like the Ukraine war, delayed transportation, uncertainties like the COVID-19 pandemic and others. The regulatory issues faced by the trade relationship between the EU and India include environmental norms, quality and safety standards and REACH regulations.
In order to continue with effective trading, Indian manufacturers need to comply with these regulations and train their employees to acquire knowledge regarding these norms. To improve cross-country partnerships and enhance supply chain resilience, open and transparent communication is the key aspect. It can be stated that increasing technical capability and investing in advanced technologies are the major approaches to improving quality and continuous development.