Reconnecting devops to profits in the auto industry

In talking with global automotive OEMs and their partners, one question inevitably arises: How can we get back to profitability through software? 

For many auto OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, DevOps has turned into a source of cost, risk, and delay rather than a centerpiece of innovation and source of new revenue, competitive advantages, and great customer experiences. Why is that? 

Recently we spoke with Jegan Arthanari, vice president of Global Field Engineering at Wind River®, to learn more about the challenges and opportunities that the auto industry currently faces. We’ve consolidated his main points below.