Tata Technologies and Synopsys Partner on Software-Defined Vehicles

Tata Technologies has announced a strategic collaboration with Synopsys to accelerate the development of software-defined vehicles (SDVs). The partnership aims to address the growing complexity of modern automotive systems as the industry transitions toward connected, electric, and autonomous vehicles.

The collaboration brings together Tata Technologies' domain expertise in vehicle engineering with Synopsys' virtualization solutions and electronics digital twin technology. The partnership enables earlier verification and validation of electronics systems, helping automotive manufacturers reduce development time and market risks.

The companies have already completed a pilot engagement with a European luxury automaker, delivering a blueprint for migrating to next-generation electrical and electronic architecture. Additional pilot programs are underway with major manufacturers in North America, Europe, and India.

Sriram Lakshminarayanan, Chief Technology Officer at Tata Technologies, emphasized the importance of the partnership in enabling the shift to software-defined mobility. "As OEMs move to new ways of working, there is a growing demand for engineering and digital services," he said. "Together, we are empowering OEMs to deliver safer, smarter, and more sustainable vehicles."

Tom De Schutter, Senior Vice President at Synopsys, highlighted the need for increased collaboration across the automotive ecosystem. "By bringing together our digital twin, verification, and IP platforms with Tata Technologies' engineering expertise and global delivery, we are enabling OEMs to accelerate development, validation and delivery of complex software- and AI-defined vehicles," he stated.

The collaboration will focus on several key areas, including advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), powertrain, chassis, body systems, central compute, gateways, infotainment, connectivity, and electrification. The partnership will provide services for developing virtual prototypes, simulation models, and electronics digital twins for early software development.

Both companies will also focus on verification and validation services aligned with ISO 26262 and ASPICE standards, ensuring safety and quality in the development process. The partnership aims to enable faster electronic control unit (ECU) development cycles through performance, power, and safety analysis tools.

The automotive industry is experiencing significant transformation as software and artificial intelligence increasingly define the customer experience. This collaboration represents a strategic response to these changes, combining complementary expertise to address high-value challenges in the mobility sector.