Driving innovation
This case study explores how researchers in automotive technology R&D at a multi-national automotive company use Dimensions to drive their company’s research capabilities.
At an organization with a longstanding tradition of innovation in vehicle dynamics, the team drives R&D initiatives in the areas of steering, handling, ride comfort, noise and vibration as well as brake technology. They sought a comprehensive tool that could provide timely and relevant insights from a vast array of global data sources. This need led them to partner with Dimensions.
The challenge of navigating vast data oceans
Whilst a leader in automotive innovation, the team was grappling with the overwhelming task of processing and analyzing vast amounts of data.
“We were asked to give a little bit more evidence that technology presented during conferences is already at a certain maturity level or new, or already established in another company.”
This need extended beyond vehicle dynamics to other critical areas like Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and materials research. The challenge was clear: they needed a more efficient, flexible tool to manage their data and insights.
Unlocking R&D potential with Dimensions
The solution was found in Dimensions, a tool they chose for its ability to handle complex data sets with speed and precision. Reflecting on the decision, they noted, “When we started with Dimensions…we could understand that we can get results very quickly.”
Dimensions offered more than just speed; it provided the ability to create custom visuals and graphics that were crucial for understanding the technological landscape. “Especially when there’s a new technology, we want to know who is working on the technology with whom. This networking was a special interest for us”.
Seamless integration and immediate impact
The integration of Dimensions into their R&D workflow was a success, with over 200 employees now leveraging the system globally. Despite initial technical challenges, the Dimensions team provided ongoing support that helped optimize usage, and as the team shared, Dimensions is, ” a tool that not only allows us to find documents but also allows us to analyze them effectively.”
A game-changer for research efficiency
The introduction of Dimensions brought tangible improvements to their R&D processes. “From a time point of view, it’s easier and gives us more flexibility in the search queries,” they said, highlighting how the tool has streamlined workflows. This newfound efficiency has allowed them to make quicker, more informed decisions.
The AI summary feature and the ability to access translated patents were particularly valuable.
“Chinese and Japanese patents, which we previously couldn’t comprehend due to language barriers, have now become more accessible, and we can therefore include them into our research more easily.”
A partnership that fuels future innovation
Dimensions has become an integral part of their R&D strategy with more than 200 onboarded users and a continuous collaboration with Dimensions to improve and manage its adoption within the company. With Dimensions, they are well-equipped to continue pushing the boundaries of automotive technology, ensuring they remain at the forefront of innovation in the years to come.