October 2011

Inside this Issue

De Koker's Corner: The “Don’t Miss” Supplier Event is Only Weeks Away

It is hard to believe, but the fast pace of this industry and each of our lives has landed us with just three months left in 2011.

Team Eaton Powers Wishes in WAM 300 Bike Ride

What’s in a wish? For children with a life-threatening condition, it’s an opportunity to dream beyond the surgeries, the chemotherapy treatments and hospital stays that have occupied most of their young lives.

Market Growth Opportunities and Sales Team Growth Challenges Addressed at OE Sales and Marketing Council

The OE Sales and Marketing Council addressed a variety of topics at its Sept. 1, 201,1 meeting.

OESA Legal Corner: An Effective Compliance Program Can Save Your Organization

This past July, Rupert Murdoch was summoned to a British parliamentary committee to answer questions about claims of widespread phone hacking by News International, one of his many news organizations.

OESA Legal Issues Council Launches Legal Benchmarking Survey

The OESA Legal Issues Council has partnered with General Counsel Metrics to create a Legal Department Benchmarking activity that should be of interest to automotive suppliers of all sizes.

Automotive Supplier Technology Forum visits EPA’s National Vehicle Fuel Emissions Laboratory

OESA’s Automotive Supplier Technology Forum (Tech Forum) visited the Ann Arbor campus of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) National Vehicle Fuel Emissions Laboratory on Aug. 18, 2011.

OESA Outlook Conference, THE Conference for OE Suppliers

Neil De Koker says it best, “The annual OESA Outlook Conference is the North American conference of automotive suppliers, by automotive suppliers and for automotive suppliers.”

OESA Releases Updated OEM Warranty Comparative Analysis

On Nov. 1, 2011, the OESA Warranty Management Council will release the 2011 update of the “OESA Comparative Analysis of OEM Warranty Programs” at the MSU Management Education Center, Troy, Mich.

Toyota Town Hall – “Strengthening Bridges”

OESA hosted the fourth annual Toyota Town Hall on Sept. 13, 2011. Robert Young, vice president, purchasing, Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America (TEMA), presented information regarding Toyota’s current business condition...

Sentiment Drops to Mid-2009 Levels

The OESA Automotive Supplier Barometer Supplier Sentiment Index tumbled to 37 in September from 51 in July.

Guest Column: Picking Favorites: The Interesting Motivations Behind the U.S. Government's Push for Electrification

The latest round of CAFE regulation discussions in Washington, D.C., has angered many members of the auto industry's component manufacturers.

OESA Welcomes New Members

OESA Welcomes New Members: JX Nippon ANCI, Inc., Maxion Fumagalli Automotive USA, Inc., Pro-Weld Inc., and Squire, Sanders & Dempsey (U.S.) LLP

Marketing ROI Defined and Discussed at Automotive Public Relations Council Meeting

Suppliers and industry experts presented case studies and analysis on how to measure ROI on marketing and communication activities at the Aug. 18, 2011, Automotive Public Relations Council meeting.

Communication Executives Council Hosts Media Panel

The Aug. 24, 2011, Communication Executives Council (CEC) meeting featured a media panel consisting of journalists from a variety of publications.

Ford’s Newton Addresses GHG with EHS Council

On Sept. 7, 2011, OESA’s Environment, Health and Safety Council welcomed Jonathan Newton, supply chain sustainability manager, Ford Motor Company, to its fall meeting.

Legal Issues Council to Examine Warranty, Recall and Product Liability

On Oct. 20, 2011, the Legal Issues Council will welcome Erika Z. Jones, partner, Mayer Brown LLP, and Rick Paige, partner, Bush Seyferth & Paige PLLC...

Product Development Council Tackles the Challenges of CAD/CAM Legacy & Sustainability

On Sept. 1, 2011, OESA’s Product Development Council met at TI Automotive’s World Headquarters and Testing Facilities, and was hosted by the council’s newest member...

OESA and Butzel Present “Commercial Trends and Legal Strategy v.2011”

On Oct. 27, 2011, OESA and Butzel Long will host “Commercial Trends and Legal Strategy v.2011” at the MSU Management Education Center, Troy, Mich., and via live webinar. The meeting focuses on commercial relationships and supply chain issues, as well as current key legal topics of interest.

Mastering the Sales Process: From Contact to Contract

OESA invites members and industry guests to participate in an executive sales management training seminar on Nov. 15, 2011, at the Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac at Centerpoint, Pontiac, Mich.

Bold Move Needed to Break the M&A Logjam

On Sept. 8, 2011, OESA brought members of the financial community together with suppliers to examine capital and capacity in this industry.

Recent Congressional Action Promising for Auto Parts Manufacturers

A newly-passed law reforming the patent system and forthcoming Free Trade Agreements (FTA) will help promote future growth for auto parts manufacturers.

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