MAPconnected announces the launch of the Purchasing & Cost Sharing Xchange Group, an exclusive executive peer benchmarking forum designed for senior OEM leaders responsible for purchasing, supplier negotiations, cost recovery, and cost-sharing governance.
The Purchasing & Cost Sharing Xchange Group provides a trusted, closed-door environment where OEM leaders compare performance, share best practices, and tackle complex cost-sharing challenges together. Discussions are facilitated, member-driven, and outcome-focused—ensuring participants gain practical insights they can apply immediately.
This Xchange Group is designed for OEM leaders and senior managers across:
- Purchasing, Supplier Management, Quality, Warranty, and Cost Recovery
- Finance, Risk, and Legal functions supporting supplier negotiations and governance
- Executive teams seeking peer benchmarks on recovery effectiveness, contract enforcement, and supplier accountability
The program follows a blended format combining in-person depth with virtual flexibility:
- 3 virtual executive benchmarking sessions annually (February, May, and August)
- One in-person session at the Service & Warranty Lifecycle Summit (October 19–21, Detroit)
The first meetup is scheduled for February 17 | 3 – 4:15 pm ET and will be hosted by Jim Holloway, former General Manager Purchasing – Toyota North America, covering the topic of:
Reducing Supplier Administrative Burden
Examine how OEMs streamline supplier interactions, reduce duplication and manual work, and balance control, compliance, and usability through optimized portals, submissions, and feedback mechanisms.
Additional 2026 Benchmarking focus areas may include:
- Standardization, Data & Automation Opportunities
- Validating Fairness & Appropriateness of Cost Sharing
- High-Value & Complex Components – EVs, modules, and emerging risk
About MAPconnected
MAPconnected is a member-driven executive network focused on the Service, Warranty, and Aftercare Lifecycle. Through peer benchmarking, facilitated exchanges, and industry collaboration, MAPconnected helps OEM leaders accelerate learning, reduce risk, and drive measurable outcomes.
For more information or to request an invitation, visit MAPconnected.com or contact us directly.