Background

A global EV components manufacturer was exploring entry into the rapidly growing Indian electric vehicle (EV) market. Their key objective was to understand the regulatory framework, local sourcing landscape, and partnership potential with Tier-1 and Tier-2 suppliers. The client sought firsthand insights on navigating operational challenges and identifying the right go-to-market strategies specific to India’s diverse automotive ecosystem.

Solution

Infor Connect arranged 4 expert consultations within 96 hours with experienced professionals from the Indian automotive industry, including:

• Former procurement head at a leading Indian EV manufacturer

• Senior executive at a global auto parts supplier with India operations

• Ex-R&D head at a prominent Indian two-wheeler OEM

• Consultant with deep expertise in India’s EV supply chain ecosystem

Impact

• Market Intelligence: The Expert Advisors delivered granular insights on policy incentives (like FAME II), state-specific EV initiatives, and import substitution trends, enabling the client to shape a locally aligned business model.

• Strategic Roadmap: The client developed a phased market entry strategy by leveraging expert inputs on supplier mapping, localization hurdles, and competitive benchmarking.

• Risk Mitigation: Discussions helped the client anticipate regulatory and operational risks, including compliance bottlenecks and infrastructure constraints, which informed a more resilient market entry plan.