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Since the introduction of our #Reimagine strategy, transformation across JLR has continued at pace as we deliver our vision for the future. This week we reached a landmark moment in our digital transformation: the successful implementation of the cloud‑based enterprise planning system SAP S/4HANA at our Halewood, Merseyside site, which will increase efficiency and collaboration for our people and our suppliers. Through our partnership with Tata Technologies, the global engineering, product development and digital services company, we are accelerating the delivery of #JLR’s next generation luxury vehicles and experiences. We’re using advanced digital technologies that will revolutionise operations for employees and suppliers, driving operational efficiencies and stability, and enhancing collaboration. Paulina Chmielarz, Digital and Innovation Director, said: “This project is one of the largest transformations of an IT landscape in the automotive industry in the last decade. It is the most advanced integration of #PLM, #ERP and #MES visible in automotive, which is an amazing accomplishment." Congratulations to everyone involved in this project! #SAP #S4HANA #DigitalTransformation #EnterpriseSoftware #Innovation #Capabilities 

Imagine being asked to take part in a ‘charging safari’... it isn’t quite the trip of a lifetime involving elephants, giraffes or lions in the African savannah, but it is critical to our electrification journey according to Victoria Sharpe, Customer Experience Design Manager in JLR’s Electrification Services team. Her role encompasses public charging, home charging, and energy, and through analysing #customerinsights and research and her involvement in validation and testing, Vicky understands how #JLR clients think and feel, finessing experiences to the highest level to ensure complete client satisfaction. “I feel really privileged. I get to advocate for our clients and be the voice of the client. I test our propositions with clients and gauge their reactions – it’s super rewarding finding out they really love what we do, what we've made and that they can see it filling a gap for them and being helpful. It’s incredible, it's a high of no other kind really.” Vicky runs so-called ‘charging safaris’; “We give people an I-PACE and ask them to come back in an hour with more charge than when they left. If you had a petrol car, you’d know exactly how to do that – we equip people with the knowledge to maximise range and make smart decisions. It’s fun and shows us how everyone’s different – it helps us consider different factors about our clients’ experiences and how people approach it in varied ways through the most native route for them. I ensure we’re not just launching a minimum viable product, but something that's lovable and usable. Everything is underpinned by giving clients a top-notch, five-star experience.” Following a Sports Engineering degree, Vicky worked as an innovation engineer for Adidas, living in Oregon, USA, working on basketball footwear. “As part of that, we used Friday afternoons to innovate. I taught myself how to code and ended up writing a facial recognition software to understand how customers were reacting to our products through their micro-facial expressions. JLR was interested in the applications of this for their #ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) technology to know when a driver became unwell behind the wheel. It was a really random route to come into a company I have so much love for.” After working in ADAS, innovative technologies and safety features that support the driver, enhance vehicle safety and improve the driving experience, Vicky moved into #electrification two-and-a-half years ago. Lifelong brand advocate Vicky added: “I've grown up on Land Rover. I've restored classic Land Rovers with my dad since I was old enough to be more help than a hindrance! I took my driving test in a Series 3 lightweight, so I grew up on the brand. It’s really special to me. “I'm so excited to launch our electric products. We've worked so hard to build an ecosystem around the car to keep the client safe and have a security blanket around them. I can't wait to see clients’ reactions when it goes live.”   #Reimagine #EV

Collaborating with world-class academic institutions is key to our #Reimagine strategy.  That’s why we're delighted to have launched our new Supply Chain Innovation Hub with Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG). Based in a state-of-the-art facility at the National Automotive Innovation Centre (NAIC) in Warwick, the Hub creates a ‘Living Lab’ test environment to proof innovative #AI and data-driven supply chain solutions, promoting resilience and sustainability in an ever-increasing complex world.     By combining our expertise with WMG, University of Warwick's groundbreaking research teams, we'll push boundaries to set new standards in the automotive industry. #Innovation #Sustainability #JLR #SupplyChain #Collaboration #WMG 

Today, our original British adventure brand Defender has launched the inaugural Defender Awards, to champion and support local conservation and humanitarian heroes. Through a £1m commitment, this international initiative will benefit small non-profit conservation and humanitarian charities and organisations with seven winners from around the world: the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Australia, Japan and South Africa. Entries are being accepted until 16 June 2025 from programmes working in one of four categories: - Defenders of the Wild – protecting endangered and at-risk species  - Defenders of Humanity – supporting vulnerable communities  - Defenders of the Land – protecting and restoring the most precious and fragile places on earth  - Defenders of the Sea – protecting marine species and environments    Winning entrants will each receive a £100,000 bursary, a tough and capable Defender vehicle to help support vital, front-line work in hard-to-reach locations, and mentoring support from a community of experts. For information on how to enter, visit: https://lnkd.in/ewE_Cn3p. Terms and conditions apply. #Defender #JLR

What does a chignon hair bun and an electric motor have in common? You might be surprised to know they both need small but mighty hairpins to function at their best.    Discover how inside every electric motor, hundreds of precisely shaped copper hairpins—no bigger than strands of wire—are quietly transforming the way we power electric vehicles (EVs). 

Last week, JLR leaders were part of NVIDIA’s #GTC25 conference. The annual developer conference brings together thousands of industry experts to explore how #acceleratedcomputing and #AI are transforming automotive and other industries, helping solve some of the world’s largest and most complex challenges.     Paulina Chmielarz, Digital & Innovation Director for Industrial Operations, presented a keynote on “Accelerating Insights and Efficiencies in Automotive Manufacturing Using Immersive Digital Twins”, showcasing the evolving role of digital twins in the automotive sector. Paulina’s talk presented a particular focus on accessing real-time insights through Digital Twins, enabling smarter, more data-informed decision-making in plant operations. Watch Paulina’s talk here: https://lnkd.in/eFnZVhxi   Paulina also joined our Tata Consultancy Services colleagues for a panel discussion on the AI revolution in manufacturing.     And Jim Morgan, Chief Engineer, In-Vehicle Infotainment & Connectivity, joined a panel discussion alongside Cerence AI, Renault Group and #NVIDIA to discuss how automakers are leveraging AI to set a new standard for automotive user experiences.     Strategic partnerships are the cornerstone of our #Reimagine strategy as we develop the next generation of luxury automotive experiences; by co-creating with innovators and unlocking electrification across our entire footprint, we are continuously innovating through technology with industry leaders.    #JLR #GTC #NVIDIA #tataconsultancy #cerence

From launching Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Jaguar XJ limo, to sharing a stage at a motor show with David Beckham, it’s all in a day’s work for Jaguar Body in White Launch Manager Jamie Campbell. With an automotive career spanning 36 years, Jamie works at our Solihull site and is responsible for programme and project delivery, ahead of the production of JLR’s new luxury Jaguar vehicles and has proudly adapted to an ever-changing industry as it prepares for an all-electric future.     “I have a really high-performing team doing an excellent job to make sure our Jaguar body shop is the best body shop that JLR has ever had. I'm convinced that goal is achievable; the work we’re doing is ground-breaking.” The new body shop at Solihull will be equipped for JLR's electrification journey and designed with sustainability in mind. Jamie said; “It will be pleasant to work in and appealing for clients to visit too. Electrification is driving us to do something different and consider it from a luxury mindset; it’s about looking at the bigger picture and taking everything into consideration. We’ve upped our game from a product perspective, now we’re doing it from a manufacturing point of view too.     “We’re always looking at continuous improvement; how to become more efficient, to drive a higher quality, and how technology can automate our processes to ensure efficiency. Jaguar has been around for some time and a lot of lessons span decades. We are working with a very agile mindset to improve our product delivery. There are some valuable processes and techniques that we must stick to even in these modern times, so we respect the legacy and heritage.”      Jamie advocates for his team, creating an enjoyable atmosphere but ensuring development opportunities are in abundance. “I’m always bringing people into meetings to gain experience. It’s important to get people off the line and develop them, encouraging cross-collaboration and exposing them to different aspects of the business. It’s unleashed some really great potential.”     Although initially sceptical about the transition to all-electric, Jamie said; “It’s the right decision because more and more people are buying electric vehicles. The overall range is significantly improving, the performance of the cars is uncompromised, and charge times have improved massively because the technology is advancing. I think people are perhaps stuck in the mindset of thinking it will take eight hours to charge a car for it to only have a 200-mile range, when that’s not the case. I’m excited to launch our new Jaguar products – the immediate future for our new Jaguar vehicles is exciting, but it’s going to be even better beyond that!”    #JLR #Reimagine #Electrification #Manufacturing #Jaguar 

As part of JLR’s #Reimagine strategy, we’re transforming our factories to shape the future of automotive manufacturing. To enable this, we’re looking for 150 skilled maintenance technicians in the West Midlands to help bring our vision to life.     At our Solihull plant, technicians will work with cutting-edge manufacturing technology, including robotics, automated welding, and laser joining systems critical to the launch of Range Rover Electric. Meanwhile, at our Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre (EPMC) in Wolverhampton, they’ll support the production of advanced battery packs and Electric Drive Units (EDUs) for JLR’s next generation of electric vehicles.     Join us and be part of the future of mobility.    Find out more about our latest vacancies at: https://lnkd.in/eMVD3G4i #JLR #Manufacturing #EV #Careers 

We’re excited to announce that JLR's second Innovation Challenge is now live and accepting applications!    As we advance the development of our next-generation vehicles, we are committed to further strengthening the resilience and quality of our supply chain – making a positive difference for our business, our communities, and the planet.    In collaboration with Plug and Play Tech Center, our Innovation Challenge aims to discover and support innovative startups with ideas that enhance supply chain traceability, risk mapping, and visibility.    The selected innovators will work with JLR experts to develop a proof of concept, with the potential to scale for commercial application.    We can’t wait to meet the innovators and understand the difference their ideas can make.    Applications are open until 25 April 2025. For more details and to apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/dTYhdqHi    #SupplyChain #Innovation #Reimagine

We bought our Education & Outreach, and University Engagement worlds together to create an event, welcoming 100 female-identifying secondary students in the morning, and 100 female-identifying university students in the afternoon. Our team are passionate about making sure our outreach engages underrepresented groups in our industry, aiming to diversify future talent pipelines across our apprentice, undergraduate and graduate programmes. They were able to learn through inspirational JLR panellists, from current apprentices through to chief engineers, sharing their journeys and insights into women working in automotive. Students also engaged in collaborative group activities and networking conversations, discovering more about the innovative work we do at JLR.