Real-Time Performance Monitoring

SAP automotive industry solution plays role in support of Vodafone McLaren Mercedes race team's Lewis Hamilton victory in the Brazilian Grand Prix. ...

... "During the 18 race season, the technology maintained information on the V8 engines of the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes 2008 cars, enabling the team to be fully alert to the performance of the cars’ engines. The win makes Hamilton Formula One’s youngest champion to date. Cutting-edge computer technology is playing an ever more crucial role in the world of car racing, as the slightest change can result in dramatic performance effects. " ...

Via SAP: Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Team Formula One Victory

Kaizen Gradual Change in Formula One Materials

Formula One teams use kaizen improvement philosophy to create successful designs. ...

... "Such major changes in materials are unusual in modern Formula 1 but gradual changes are regularly implemented as the team pursues its kaizen philosophy of continuous improvement. " ...

Via Motorsport: Formula One