The following interview with Dr. Tiemo Bückmann, President of APAGCoSyst, was originally published by Electronics For You BUSINESS and is republished here with permission.

The interview explores the shift toward software-defined vehicles, the growing role of AI in automotive electronics, and the engineering challenges facing the industry.

Read the original article on the Electronics For You BUSINESS website here.

Dr Tiemo Bückmann, President at APAGCoSyst Electronic Control Systems

What will drive the next era of automotive electronics in India? Dr Tiemo Bückmann of APAGCoSyst speaks with EFY’s Shubha Mitra and Nidhi Agarwal about AI-driven innovation, system integration, supply-chain resilience, and the company’s India growth strategy.

The automotive industry is in the middle of a massive transformation. While electrification and connectivity grab most of the headlines, user experience has quietly become just as crucial. Today, comfort electronics and advanced lighting are no longer just supporting features, rather they are frontline essentials for innovation, brand identity, and differentiation.

Leading this charge for APAGCoSyst is Florian Scherer, Vice President of Development. Florian heads our global R&D organization, bridging teams across Canada, Germany, and India. Since stepping into the role, his main focus has been building a highly connected, global engineering ecosystem that pairs close customer collaboration with scalable, cost-efficient development. Under his leadership, APAGCoSyst continues to advance key technologies like BLDC motor control, sensor systems, and smart lighting all built on a rigorous foundation of functional safety and cybersecurity

A conversation with Johannes Sperber on how structured data, clear context, and responsible AI will shape the future of our operations

In production, testing is the last checkpoint before a product goes out the door. If something is wrong, this is where it must be caught. That’s why having the right test equipment matters just as much as the product itself.

Because the right equipment is critical to the quality of the final product, APAGCoSyst often develops in-house solutions rather than relying on off-the-shelf tools. A recent example is the FUT M1452, a functional tester designed specifically for the M1452 board.

Partial Networking in AUTOSAR: How Selective ECU Wake-Up Saves Energy and Enables Connected Features

Partial Networking in AUTOSAR plays an important role in optimizing vehicle communication by enabling efficient network management. As vehicle electrical and electronic architectures grow in complexity, managing energy consumption while maintaining system functionality has become a key requirement. This mechanism addresses that challenge by allowing selective control of Electronic Control Units (ECUs) based on operational needs.

Q&A with APAGCoSyst

We recently sat down with our President of Operations, Tiemo Bückmann, and opened the floor on Instagram for your most curious questions about what’s happening behind the scenes at APAGCoSyst. From electronics manufacturing and automation to global operations and the future of our company, we covered it all.

In case you missed it, you can find the full Q&A below capturing Tiemo’s insights on global growth, emerging technologies, sustainability, talent development, and the bright road ahead for APAGCoSyst.

If you haven’t already, make sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram so you don’t miss our next Q&A session.

Case Study: Thermal Pads

In the fast-moving world of electronics, efficient heat dissipation is critical. While thermal pads may seem like minor components, they are essential in managing thermal flow across high-performance electronic assemblies.

At APAGCoSyst, we developed a custom automation solution for thermal pad cutting and placement, because no standard system could meet our production requirements.

Here’s how we engineered a solution that goes beyond what the current market offers.

What Is an Integrating Sphere

How do engineers measure the total light output from an LED or laser, accurately and without angular bias?

As optical technology advances across industries like automotive, aerospace, and electronics, the need for precise, standardized light measurement becomes increasingly critical. One instrument that has become indispensable in labs and production lines alike is the Integrating Sphere.

But what exactly is it, how does it function, and why is it so crucial to accurate optical measurement?

Introduction

In the rapidly evolving landscape of electric vehicles (EVs), user experience and intuitive design are the key differentiators. One such critical component enhancing usability is the Charge Port Indicator (CPI), which provides clear visual feedback on the charging status of the vehicle.

APAGCoSyst undertook the challenge of designing and manufacturing a Charge Port Indicator from concept through to mass production. This case study outlines the end-to-end development process, emphasizing APAGCoSyst’s capabilities in system design, cost optimization, and user-centric engineering.

Overview

The Driver Alert Light project focuses on developing a safety-critical lighting system for automotive applications. The system consists of a driver alert light control module that controls multiple LED actuator ECUs, each corresponding to smaller individual R, G, B, Y LED actuator ECUs. These components are connected via LIN.

The project adheres to ASIL A(C) compliance as per ISO 26262 standards, ensuring high safety and reliability in both hardware and software development.