ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Jabil Inc., a global manufacturing provider to automakers, has announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with AVL Software and Functions GmbH, the e-drive and software center of AVL List GmbH.
The collaboration combines AVL’s expertise in product design, software, simulation, and testing with Jabil’s experience in value engineering, IATF-certified manufacturing, and global supply chain.
Jabil and AVL’s capabilities will enable customers to reduce complexity and cost when developing innovative vehicle electronics, including powertrain and charging technology, sensor-based driver assistance systems, and other on-board compute and control products. The non-exclusive collaboration expands the companies’ development network, adding value through their combined strengths.
April Butterfield, Jabil’s Senior Vice President, Engineering, said “As vehicle technology becomes increasingly complex, automotive and transportation brands need seamless, strategic design and manufacturing support across the product lifecycle. Working together, Jabil and AVL will bring these enhanced capabilities to customers that drive faster time-to-market, improve cost, and reduce supply chain complexity.”
