Auto Leadership Conference Agenda

Supply Chain Conference Schedule
Time Session
09:00 AM Onwards Registration
Networking opportunity for delegates to meet and set the stage for the day.
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Inaugural Ceremony
• Welcome
• Inaugural Address: India’s Moment in Automotive Market – The global automotive market is changing, and India is at the forefront
• Industry Outlook: A review of current trends
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Panel Discussion 1: "Partnering with OEMs – Staying Relevant, Reliable, Ready"
A deep dive into how component suppliers can strengthen partnerships with OEMs through reliability, agility, and long-term alignment across vehicle segments.
• Co-creating quality standards with OEMs
• Aligning production cycles with OEM demands
• Building supplier-OEM trust for flexible, scalable relationships
• Anticipating OEM needs across segments (2W, PV, CV, EVs, Tractors)
• Sustaining cost efficiency with innovation and reliability
12:30 PM – 01:30 PM Panel Discussion 2: “New Growth Routes – Expanding Markets and Distribution”
Strategies for component makers to unlock growth by tapping new markets, building smarter distribution channels, and scaling through exports and aftermarket demand.
• Unlocking growth in Tier 2–3 cities and rural belts
• Digitizing distribution and direct-to-retail models
• Tapping underleveraged aftermarket potential
• Entering new international markets through clusters
• Building brand appeal for international OEM partnerships
01:30 PM – 02:30 PM Networking Lunch
02:30 PM – 03:30 PM Panel Discussion 3: “EV Readiness – Understanding What Changes for Auto Components”
As the automotive world shifts toward electric vehicles, this session will explain the impact on auto components and how suppliers can prepare for the changes.
• What parts are no longer needed, what’s new
• Battery, motor, and electronics requirements
• Impact on ancillaries and mechanical parts
• Preparing for EV demand across all vehicle types
• Transition planning for existing manufacturers
03:30 PM – 04:30 PM Panel Discussion 4: "China+1 & US Trade – Why Global Buyers Are Turning to India"
With the global supply chain shifting, India stands as a strong contender for meeting demand. This panel will discuss the impact of China+1 and US trade policies on India’s auto parts export potential.
• Why buyers are reducing dependence on China
• Impact of US tariffs and shifting global sourcing
• Meeting global compliance and delivery standards
• How Indian suppliers can win international trust
• Role of government policies and incentives
04:30 PM – 04:35 PM Thank You & Closing Note