Cync³
Cync³

Automotive & Mobility

Optimising parts distribution, supplier coordination, and just-in-time inventory management for manufacturing and aftermarket supply chains.
AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLY CHAIN SERVICES

Driving performance and precision in automotive supply chains.

Australia’s automotive supply chain landscape presents unique challenges: geographic isolation, long lead times for imported components, reliance on global Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, and the high cost of local production. Cync³ understands the operational pressures faced by manufacturers balancing local assembly with offshore sourcing. We help automotive clients navigate capacity constraints, limited local warehousing infrastructure, and fluctuating demand by building smarter networks, improving supplier alignment, and integrating systems that support scalable, end-to-end visibility.

From OEMs to EV disruptors, global production networks to aftermarket support, Cync³ brings structure, insight, and agility to every link in your automotive supply chain.

AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLY CHAIN

Rising auto industry complexity

Automotive manufacturers are under pressure to meet rising expectations around customisation, speed to market, and cost control all while managing thousands of SKUs across global supply chains. From inbound component logistics to outbound distribution of finished vehicles and parts, supply chain agility is critical.

Global component sourcing
Relying on international suppliers increases risk exposure to geopolitical tensions, port delays, and freight volatility.
Just-in-time (JIT) vulnerability
While JIT reduces inventory costs, it leaves manufacturers highly exposed to delays, stockouts, and cascading line shutdowns.
Complex tiered supplier networks
Managing visibility and performance across Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 suppliers is difficult and often fragmented.
Fluctuating demand and long lead times
Balancing accurate forecasts with lengthy production and transport cycles creates inventory management pressure.
Specialised part shortages
A global dependency on limited sources for critical parts (like chips) has led to persistent production slowdowns.
High SKU complexity
Variability in components and packaging creates inefficiencies in warehousing, kitting, and picking operations.
Aftermarket and dealer distribution
Maintaining responsive, cost-effective delivery of spare parts to dealerships and service centres is resource intensive.
Returns, recalls, and warranty logistics
Coordinating the retrieval, assessment, and restocking of faulty parts can strain reverse logistics processes.
Sustainability and emissions compliance
Pressure to reduce emissions and optimise packaging or transport routes requires data visibility and strategic redesign.
Limited domestic manufacturing and infrastructure
In markets like Australia, the lack of local suppliers and constrained freight options adds cost and complexity.
AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLY CHAIN

Powering production through supply chain precision

At Cync³, we support automotive and mobility manufacturers in building resilient, high performance automotive supply chains that keep production lines moving and customer expectations met. Our consulting services focus on overcoming industry specific complexity such as tiered supplier visibility or aftermarket logistics. Our automotive supply chain services include:

Inbound supply synchronisation
Vehicle assembly depends on timely delivery of thousands of components from global suppliers. We help streamline inbound supply flows, reduce variability, and align logistics with manufacturing cadences through buffer strategy, transport planning, and supplier collaboration.
Parts distribution and logistics
Aftermarket success relies on fast, accurate delivery of spare parts to dealerships and service centres. We design and optimise forward and reverse logistics for parts distribution, improving lead times, delivery accuracy, and customer satisfaction across your network.
Manufacturing systems
Disconnected ERP, MES, and supply chain systems limit responsiveness and control. We support technology strategy and integration to enable real-time visibility across plants, warehouses, and transport, reducing downtime and supporting demand-driven production.

WHAT KIND OF RESULTS COULD YOU RECEIVE?

25%

Parts lead time reduction

Achieved through integrated inbound logistics planning and supplier visibility tools across a multi-tier supply base.

97%

Production line availability

Maintained by aligning inventory buffers and synchronising transport with manufacturing windows for just-in-time operations.

30%

Parts order fill rate increase

Delivered through optimised aftermarket distribution networks and real-time dealership inventory management solutions.

Supply chain partners since 2007

From solution design to project management, elevate your operations with Cync³

At Cync³, we partner with businesses to align strategy and execution so every supply chain, logistics, and operational solution is  designed to work and proven in action. Whether optimising existing processes or teams, or building something from the ground up, our expertise turns complexity into clarity and plans into performance.

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If you’ve been looking for an automotive logistics consulting team, look no further.

Cync³ partners with companies looking to innovate, scale, and streamline their supply chain, ensuring they are built and optimised for today’s demands and tomorrow’s opportunities.

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