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The quest for offering a top-notch driving experience to customers has always been the driving force behind continuous innovations in the automotive industry. A critical question posed was: “Is it possible to develop a Linux-based IC/IVI that boots up in just one second?” This challenge was paramount as OEMs sought solutions to significantly enhance digital instrument clusters, offering improved functionality and interactive experiences that boost driving safety and comfort.
Boot Time Optimization
Automotive manufacturers are striving to achieve faster boot times for IC/IVI systems, aiming to reduce industry norms from 10-30 seconds to less than 5 seconds.
Advanced Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI)
The adoption of sophisticated HMI technologies, such as Rightware Kanzi, is crucial for creating seamless and intuitive user interfaces in digital clusters, infotainment systems, and heads-up displays (HUDs).
Real-Time Graphics and Performance
There is a growing need for real-time graphics rendering on constrained hardware platforms, driven by the desire to deliver high-quality animations and visual effects without compromising performance.
The leading Tier-I automotive supplier faced multiple challenges:
FastBoot Development
Required a Linux-based IC/IVI system with a boot time of just 1 second, a significant reduction from industry norms.
Kanzi Expertise
Needed deep expertise in Kanzi for developing advanced digital instrument clusters.
Animation and Boot Time Issues
Struggled with animation glitches and poor boot-up performance in a Kanzi-based instrument cluster for a sports car.
Acsia was selected due to their proven expertise in Boot Time Optimization and HMI development using Rightware Kanzi.
FastBoot Solution
Kanzi-Based HMI Development
Sports Car Project
Cluster Program
Achieved Faster Boot Times
Delivered a boot time of 1.2 seconds, setting a new industry standard.
Enhanced Customer Experience
Solved critical animation and boot performance issues, meeting OEM targets and improving user satisfaction.
Successful Project Completion
Helped the Tier-I supplier meet critical production milestones, ensuring timely vehicle rollouts.
Strengthened Partnerships
Built a strong relationship with Rightware and established Acsia as a trusted problem solver in the automotive software domain.
Deep Expertise in Boot Time Optimization
Demonstrated ability to significantly reduce boot times through innovative techniques.
Mastery of Kanzi for HMI Development
Advanced training and partnership with Rightware enhanced Acsia’s capabilities in developing sophisticated digital clusters.
Effective Problem-Solving
Successfully resolved complex technical issues quickly, establishing a reputation for reliability and expertise.
Efficient Team Ramp-Up
Implemented effective training methodologies to quickly scale up and meet project demands.
Complete Development Responsibility
Proven capability to handle comprehensive development tasks, from planning to execution, ensuring project success.
AVP & Head, Advanced Technology Group
Achieving a one-second boot time for a Linux-based instrument cluster was an ambitious challenge. Through rigorous optimization of bootloader and kernel configurations and innovative techniques, we surpassed industry standards and set a new benchmark. This accomplishment underscores our deep expertise in boot time optimization and our commitment to pioneering advancements in automotive software development.
VP Technology & Innovation
Our venture into Kanzi-based HMI development was driven by a clear vision to excel in the global automotive market. The advanced training our team underwent in Finland and the strong partnership we built with Rightware enabled us to master this cutting-edge technology. Our ability to swiftly resolve critical issues and enhance the performance of digital instrument clusters demonstrates our technological prowess and dedication to delivering superior solutions.
VP, Delivery
Our success in resolving complex challenges for the Tier-I supplier, from fixing animation glitches to optimizing boot-up performance, is a testament to Acsia's capability in managing high-stakes projects. By efficiently ramping up our team and maintaining seamless project execution, we not only met but exceeded our client's expectations. This reinforces our position as a reliable and innovative partner in the automotive industry.
