o9, a leader in enterprise AI software for transforming business planning and decision-making, has announced a seven-year strategic partnership with Valeo, a prominent player in the automotive technology sector. This collaboration will see Valeo utilize the o9 Digital Brain platform to optimize its Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) and Master Production Scheduling (MPS) across more than 170 locations across 29 countries, improving decision-making and operational efficiency.
Valeo is committed to shaping the future of mobility with innovative solutions that enhance smart driving and reduce CO2 emissions. This partnership is part of Valeo’s ongoing efforts to refine its operations, boost competitiveness, and enhance service to its customers. The o9 Digital Brain platform was selected for its flexible, scalable architecture, and the automotive expertise o9 brings to the table. By integrating this platform, Valeo aims to automate and improve its SIOP and MPS processes, driving more efficient decision-making.
Didier Huet, Vice President of Supply Chain at Valeo, emphasized the importance of adapting planning and decision-making to meet evolving customer demands in the automotive industry. “Real-time data processing and a deeper understanding of global connections and partner constraints will allow us to make more informed decisions that benefit our business and customers. The o9 platform will help us optimize resource planning and leverage technology to meet our strategic goals.”
Chakri Gottemukkala, Co-Founder and CEO of o9, highlighted the platform’s ability to manage complex planning processes involving numerous stakeholders and long-term goals. “o9’s platform is designed for flexibility, enabling companies like Valeo to make better decisions by connecting all the key elements of their operations. We’re thrilled to partner with Valeo, a company known for its innovation and sustainability.”
o9 Solutions is a top AI-powered platform for business planning and decision-making. It helps companies drive demand, match demand and supply, and improve commercial efforts. With it’s AI-powered solutions, planning processes become quicker and smarter. The company combines several technology innovations in one platform. These include graph-based enterprise modeling, big data analytics, advanced scenario planning algorithms, collaborative portals, user-friendly interfaces, and cloud-based delivery.
