Detroit Diesel Recognizes Motorola AIEG as a Top Supplier Performer for 1999
28 June 2000
Detroit Diesel Recognizes Motorola AIEG as a Top Supplier Performer for 1999DETROIT and NORTHBROOK, Ill. - The Automotive and Industrial Electronics Group of Motorola, Inc. , a business unit of the company's Integrated Electronic Systems Sector, today announced it has received Detroit Diesel Corporation's 1999 CCVI Supplier of the Year award. Motorola AIEG supplies Detroit Diesel with electronic control modules for its heavy-duty engines. "Motorola's success results from the strong partnerships we continue to develop with world-class organizations such as Detroit Diesel," said Dave Melka, senior vice president and general manager of Motorola AIEG. "We're pleased to receive this honor in appreciation for our consistency as a solid business partner and as a supplier that can be counted on to deliver complete solutions." Detroit Diesel recognized its top 1999 supplier performers based on measurements in its supply chain management program called "Continuous Customer Value Improvement" (CCVI). Detroit Diesel evaluates major suppliers quarterly in the areas of quality, delivery, cost and technical support with the goal of eliminating waste through enhanced communication and coordination throughout the supply chain. The program was modified in 1999 to refine the scoring metrics and increase program coverage to 84 percent of purchase revenues. About Motorola AIEG Motorola's Automotive and Industrial Electronics Group (AIEG) researches, develops and manufactures electronics and electronic systems for automotive original equipment manufacturers and all tiers of automotive system suppliers and industrial customers worldwide. The group operates in four strategic business arenas: powertrain and powertrain systems; body electronics; sensors and power controls; and chassis controls. AIEG is a part of Motorola's Integrated Electronics Systems Sector (IESS). AIEG is headquartered in Northbrook, Ill. About Motorola IESS The Integrated Electronic Systems Sector (IESS) is part of Motorola, Inc. IESS designs and manufactures a broad range of electronic components, modules and integrated electronic systems and products for automotive, industrial, transportation, navigation, computer, telecommunications and energy system markets. IESS consists of four closely related business units that work together to form a seamless partnership. These units include the Automotive & Industrial Electronics Group (AIEG), Telematics Communications Group (TCG), Motorola Computer Group (MCG) and the Energy Systems Group (ESG). IESS is a leading provider of advanced electronic products and systems for customers integrating electronics into their products. Motorola IESS solutions provide the brains-the DigitalDNA(TM)-that make electronic systems smart, powerful and easy to use. Motorola, Inc. is a global leader in providing integrated communications solutions and embedded electronic solutions. Sales in 1999 were $33.1 billion.