The rise of autonomous vehicles will bring about the capability for drivers to do other things while the vehicle is in motion, which the Mercedes-Benz 'In Car Office' looks to help optimize.
Set to debut in 2017, the functionality would enable the vehicle to connect to the cloud and allow drivers to interact with content from their calendar and elsewhere through the dashboard. The service will be supported by Microsoft Exchange and allow access to the driver's calendar and even such services as WeChat and Skype.
The Mercedes-Benz 'In Car Office' is set to eventually be offered as an option for all vehicles in the Mercedes-Benz lineup. It aims to enhance the driver experience and enable productivity straight from the dashboard while the vehicle is in motion.
What's Driving This Trend
- Autonomous Vehicles
- The rise of autonomous vehicles presents opportunities for optimizing driver productivity and enhancing the overall driving experience.
- Cloud Connectivity
- The integration of cloud technology in car dashboards enables drivers to access and interact with their digital content on the go, opening up possibilities for seamless integration with various services and platforms.
- In-car Productivity
- The development of in-car office solutions offers disruptive innovation opportunities to transform vehicles into mobile virtual workplaces, enabling drivers to be more efficient and productive on the road.
Who This Affects Most
- Automotive
- The automotive industry can explore the integration of cloud-connected dashboards and autonomous technology to provide drivers with enhanced productivity features and a seamless digital experience.
- Software & Technology
- The software and technology industry can capitalize on the integration of cloud connectivity and autonomous vehicles, developing innovative solutions for in-car productivity and content integration.
- Communication & Collaboration Services
- Communication and collaboration service providers can leverage the cloud-connected car dashboard trend to offer seamless integration and access to their platforms, enhancing driver connectivity and productivity.
