Automotive

The automotive sector faces a unique set of challenges today: rapid technological shifts, evolving customer demands, regulatory pressure, and new business models all create a complex environment. At rpc, we understand that overcoming these challenges requires more than standard solutions. It takes a deep understanding of the industry’s dynamics and a flexible, collaborative approach. 

Key challenges

Electrification and software-driven innovation: OEMs must adapt quickly to electrification trends and integrate software as a core part of the vehicle experience—balancing speed, quality, and cost.

Changing customer expectations: Today’s buyers expect seamless, personalized, and digital-first experiences—from discovery to aftersales. Retail and service models need to evolve accordingly.

Regulatory complexity: Increasing environmental and safety regulations demand agile compliance strategies without sacrificing competitiveness.

New retail and sales models: Shifts such as agency models and direct sales require new capabilities, processes, and organizational mindsets.

Talent and capability gaps: The pace of change calls for continuous upskilling and engagement across sales and service teams.

From vision to rollout — we help you get it done

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At rpc, we combine deep industry expertise with a hands-on mindset. Our solutions emerge at the intersection of market demands, organizational goals, and operational feasibility.

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We are transformation partners — from first vision to scaled implementation. Our services are designed to initiate, activate, and scale change in a structured and human-centered way.

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Through our cross-functional service portfolio — from people empowerment and performance management to program rollouts and digital tools — we help turn ambition into measurable impact.

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In a changing industry, the best strategy is one your people can actually deliver.

Matthias Braun​, Partner

Approach

Success in automotive means more than just visionary ideas. It requires hands-on execution and the ability to align diverse teams around a common goal. That’s why we combine deep sector knowledge with cross-functional capabilities.
 

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Customer-centric retail transformation

Redesigning the customer journey and enabling networks to meet rising expectations with agility and consistency.

2

Performance management and data-driven steering

Creating transparent, actionable frameworks to measure and optimize performance in real time.

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Capability 
building and upskilling

Delivering global learning programs that prepare teams for digital tools and new business models.

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End-to-end implementation 
and rollout

Ensuring initiatives take root through hands-on implementation across regions and markets.

Work

Behind every shift lies a decision: to challenge the status quo and shape something better. That’s where our work begins – alongside the people who dare to move first.

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TELECOMMUNICATION

Boosting CX with in-store 
voice AI

Analyzing 100+ consultations to improve customer experience through AI-powered, GDPR- and EU AI Act–compliant in-store voice insights.

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AUTOMOTIVE

Turning data into business impact with tailor-made LLMs

Transforming 21,500+ monthly votes and comments from internal and external data into actionable business insights.

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TECHNOLOGY

Elevating proficiency with AI knowledge assistant

Reducing coordination time by 35% with an AI powered personal knowledge assistant that enables employees to systematically access data by presenting it in an easy-to-understand way.

Experts

Our team brings decades of combined experience from automotive leadership roles and consulting. They know the sector’s nuances and are passionate about enabling your teams to succeed – whether it’s through strategy workshops, on-the-ground coaching, or full-scale program management.

Partner
Erik Bellendir

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Managing Director
Christian Feilmeier

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Senior Partner
Jan Schemuth

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Senior Manager
Philipp Kranich

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Principal
Thomas Pauli

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Let’s move forward – together

We're not here to tell our clients what to do. We’re here to help them do it – with clarity, confidence, and a shared goal. Reach out to us to explore how we can support your journey.

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In a nutshell: What we bring to the table

We help organizations transform by focusing on what really matters:

  • Co-creation from day one – We work side by side with your teams to design solutions that truly fit.
  • People, processes, data – Our transformation triangle ensures a balanced, holistic approach.
  • From strategy to execution – We connect every step of the journey to drive real results.
  • Cross-industry perspective – Fresh thinking from retail and automotive sparks innovation.
  • Empowered teams – We build capabilities that make change stick and deliver measurable impact.

Whether through a short workshop, pilot, or full enablement – 
we’re ready when you are.

So, what's your challenge?

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We're ready to kick-start your 
AI-driven customer-centric transformation.

Sandra Loos is managing director at rpc – The Retail Performance Company and expert for training and qualification.
Michael Erz
Managing Director
info@rpc-partners.com