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Hardware to Code unpacks the most profound 10-S factor framework and transformation in automotive history—the rise of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs). This book explores how the auto industry is shifting from gears and engines to cloud platforms, AI, and over-the-air updates. Across 21 insightful chapters, it decodes what SDVs truly mean, why they’re reshaping the mobility landscape, and how traditional OEMs, chipmakers, cloud giants, and startups are battling for control of the next-gen vehicle stack.Part One dives into the core technologies driving this shift—SDV architecture, generative AI, electrification, and cybersecurity. Part Two explores the business implications, from shifting valuations and startup innovation to the evolving power play between Big Tech and automakers.The book captures foreword and insights from industry leaders and wraps with real-world case studies and a forward-looking conversation with strategy experts, offering global and regional context. A must-read for tech leaders, OEMs, investors, and anyone navigating the future of mobility.
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MUKESH SHARMA
Mukesh Sharma, an MBA from IIM Bangalore and engineering graduate from Delhi College of Engineering, is a global automotive expert with over 25 years of experience across India, Japan, and China. Currently leading Tech Mahindra’s business in Greater China, Mukesh has been at the forefront of the Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) revolution in China, driving large-scale digital transformation across OEMs, AI-led manufacturing, and EV ecosystems. He brings a rare blend of technical expertise and business leadership, having worked with industry giants like Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors. Mukesh has delivered strategic outcomes for Fortune 500 clients, including P&L growth, digital monetization, and successful M&A integrations. A respected voice in automotive disruption, he has authored SAE publications and curated TEDx platforms in China. His work enables companies to shift from hardware-driven models to software-powered enterprises, positioning them competitively for the future of mobility.
