Middleware as "mediator" between the vehicle's operating system and its software applications Development process will be significantly accelerated Customers and end-users will benefit from functions-on-demand and updates throughout the lifetime of the vehicle Middleware will be available in series vehicles from 2024 Individual approach: ZF adapts to software challenges by setting up a Global Software Center Software, functions, smart systems: ZF is a unique system solutions provider across hardware and software, bringing the software-defined car to life. As a “mediator”, the ZF middleware enables efficient communication from software functions to hardware components. It provides independence and compatibility to make vehicle platforms future proof.