Learn how Cooper Standard modernized its CAE workflows—automating simulation post-processing, streamlining results reviews, and aligning with OEM digital testing requirements—to stay ahead in a virtual-first automotive landscape.
May 29, 2025
11:00 AM (Eastern US)
Overview
As automotive OEMs accelerate the shift to virtual-first development, suppliers are under growing pressure to replace physical testing with simulation—many times requiring 3–5x more digital test results from simulation teams to satisfy these new demands, often without increasing Analyst headcount or resources.
In this new landscape, robust virtualization and automation of simulation processes are no longer optional—they’re a competitive necessity.
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at how Cooper Standard responded to this industry transformation by adopting VCollab’s Rapid Results Review (RRR) solution. Discover how they automated critical CAE workflows, including post-processing and results reviews, to make faster, more informed engineering decisions while aligning with OEM expectations.
In this session, you’ll learn:
- The growing industry pressure to reduce or eliminate physical testing across the automotive value chain
- How the shift toward virtualization is transforming OEM-supplier relationships and expectations
- Why simulation scalability has become a critical factor in OEM sourcing decisions
- How Cooper Standard leveraged VCollab’s Rapid Results Review (RRR) solution to modernize CAE reporting and results reviews
- How RRR automates simulation post-processing and enables interactive 3D digital reporting
- The measurable impact: faster decisions, leaner workflows, more effective collaboration, and stronger program bids
- The strategic business benefits of building robust virtualization processes
- Cooper Standard’s path to a more agile, efficient, and digitally mature product development process
Presenter: Kastriot Shaska, PhD, PE, Director of Advanced Analytics, Global Technical Center
In his role as a Director of Advanced Analytics at Cooper Standard, Kastriot has applied his expertise to enhance manufacturing processes, improve product performance, and drive efficiency in engineering operations. His work involves the development of innovative solutions for automotive Sealing and Fluid Transfer systems, ensuring high-quality standards, and optimizing production methodologies to meet industry demands.
With extensive experience in engineering, process optimization, and technical analysis, he holds a Six Sigma Black Belt certification, PE license and PhD in mechanical engineering showcases his deep expertise in Advanced Analytics, CAE, AI and process improvement methodologies. His background includes work in advanced engineering principles, with a focus on Virtual Validation, system analysis, and process optimization.
