Industry Trends

Mix Insights: Top Five Areas CEOs Can Improve Understanding
November 22, 2023
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, CEOs play a pivotal role in shaping the direction and success of their organizations. While CEOs are undoubtedly well-versed in numerous aspects of business management, there are...

MiX Insights: Brick & Mortar vs. eCommerce
October 02, 2023
This white paper by Modern Industry eXpertise (MiX) council offers valuable guidance on seizing the potential of current trends and emerging opportunities in Brick & Mortar vs. eCommerce retail. The strategic insights in this...
Brewing Brilliance: National Coffee Day with Industry GOATs
September 29, 2023
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers celebrated National Coffee Day and united to honor the UAF Coffee Club. The highlight of the session was a can't-miss roundtable discussion featuring industry GOATs: Bill Long, President & CEO, MEMA. The...

UAW/Unifor Contract Talks: Labor Contract Dynamics and Stakeholder Perspectives
July 14, 2023
MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers featured Kristin Dziczek, policy advisor, Economic Research & Public Engagement, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, Detroit Branch, during the July 14, 2023 event UAW/Unifor Contract Talks: Supplier...

MEMA OE Suppliers Automotive Warranty Management Best Practices
July 03, 2023
Automotive warranty management is an ever-evolving, complex world of big data, problem solving, and risk mitigation for both automakers and suppliers. The challenges associated with warranty management are many and can often lead...

MEMA OE Suppliers Model Terms and Conditions for Light Vehicles
July 03, 2023
This document represents a fair and balanced relationship between the buyer and seller, and addresses difficult industry issues, such as intellectual property and warranty, in a sensible and equitable manner for all parties. OESA...

Directed Buy Committee Report and Draft Form of Agreement
July 03, 2023
This document is a framework that sets forth roles and responsibilities for the three parties in a directed-by arrangement, along with a RASIC chart that makes clear the relationship of the OEM, Tier 1 and Tier 2.

OE Supplier Insights Video Series
May 12, 2023
MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers has teamed up with automotive industry experts to offer insight for automotive suppliers. Mike A. Jackson, Executive Director, Strategy and Research, MEMA, sits down with industry experts for...

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Will Connected Cars Be a Boon or Bust for the Automotive Aftermarket?
April 14, 2023
MEMA collaborated with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) to study the implications of software-defined vehicles on the major segments of the U.S. automotive aftermarket. In this landmark study, BCG outlines how suppliers can...

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The U.S. Automotive Aftermarket in 2035
May 01, 2022
The aftermarket is currently dealing with multiple disruptions and this study is designed to help you prioritize what to tackle next through the noise. Roland Berger explains the current state of the US aftermarket and forecasts...