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We would like to introduce a case study on the implementation of the inventory management system "SmartF" at Iwasaki Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of assembled products. The company faced challenges with double ordering and excess inventory due to their kanban ordering system, which made it difficult to accurately grasp the inventory levels. As a result of the implementation, real-time visibility of inventory was achieved, leading to optimal inventory levels and an annual reduction of approximately 1 million yen in inventory costs. 【Case Overview (Partial)】 ■Challenges - There was a need to constantly confirm the arrival of ordered materials with the purchasing department, as it could not be checked on-site. - There were personalized ordering methods that only veteran purchasing staff could handle. ■Effects - The need for on-site and purchasing staff to confirm arrivals was eliminated, resulting in a reduction of 72 hours of labor annually. - The time spent by purchasing staff on ordering tasks was reduced by 80 hours annually. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case study on the implementation of the production management system "SmartF" at Hard Rock Industries Co., Ltd., a metal processing manufacturer. The company was managing material inventory and orders using Excel, manually entering over 1,000 inbound and outbound transactions each month, resulting in 30 hours of input labor per month. As a result of the implementation, they were able to register data directly from the site using SmartF and barcode operations, reducing input labor by 30 hours per month (360 hours annually). [Case Overview (Partial)] ■Challenges - Risk of incorrect shipments due to visual checks and handwritten lot entries ■Effects - Achieved zero incorrect shipments through QR code verification.

We would like to introduce a case study on the implementation of the inventory management system "SmartF" at Toyama Megumi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. The company was manually calculating future inventory by cross-referencing production planning data and current stock levels in Excel, which forced staff to work overtime to prevent order omissions, posing a significant challenge. As a result of the implementation, SmartF linked production planning data with inventory to automatically calculate future stock, allowing for the systematization and division of order processing tasks, which eliminated overtime associated with ordering. ■Challenges - Personalization and errors due to order processing being dependent on experience ■Effects - Elimination of order omissions and mistakes, reduction of psychological burden

This is a guide on how to choose a production management system for those selecting one for the first time, aimed at ensuring a successful implementation. It includes a system selection checklist and common failure examples that we hope you will find helpful. 【This document provides insights on the following】 - What a production management system is - Feedback from companies that failed to implement a production management system - How to choose a production management system without making mistakes *This document can be downloaded from the "Catalog" section at the bottom of the page.

This document is a field improvement manual aimed at all manufacturing companies that want to solve the challenges of production management tasks that rely on paper and Excel. It introduces case studies of companies that have successfully transitioned away from paper and Excel, providing methods to eliminate inefficient management tasks. Additionally, it includes IoT tools that can be used in conjunction with production management systems, making it a valuable resource. We encourage you to read it. [Contents (partial)] ■ Introduction ■ Tasks that tend to remain reliant on paper and Excel ■ Systems that can replace paper and Excel ■ How analog tasks change with a production management system ■ IoT tools that can be used alongside production management systems *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

Many manufacturing companies are facing limitations with inventory management done through handwritten notes or Excel. The lack of real-time data leads to stockout errors, excessive inventory due to human input mistakes, and the risk of knowledge being confined to specific individuals... all of these are structural challenges that pressure the company's profits. This document provides tips for digitizing inventory management using barcodes. [Contents (partial)] - Data-driven explanation of a case where inventory work was reduced by 73%, completing a task that previously took two days in just a few hours. - How to eliminate human errors and achieve 99.9% reading accuracy to prevent input mistakes. - Inventory management maturity assessment [30-question checklist]. - A thorough explanation of how to choose a handheld terminal that meets the needs of the field in seven key points. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

Download the guide with a "diagnostic flowchart" to help you choose the most suitable system for your company and solve the complexities of system selection! When considering digital transformation (DX) in manufacturing, do you face challenges such as "not knowing which system is best for our company" or "the distinctions between ERP, MES, and production management systems being unclear"? This guide clearly explains the roles and features of each system, helping you find the optimal options tailored to your company's challenges. 【Contents (partial)】 - Differences between ERP, MES, and production management systems (function and feature comparison table) - Key points to check when selecting a system - "Diagnostic flowchart" to find the most suitable system for your company ▶▶ You can view the materials by downloading the catalog below!

This document summarizes various success stories from different industries that have implemented SmartF to achieve improved operational efficiency and productivity. It clearly presents the specific changes before and after implementation for 19 companies in a BEFORE/AFTER format, covering sectors such as cosmetics, metal processing, automotive parts, and food. How SmartF, which allows for a small start with necessary functions while keeping costs and implementation risks low, has solved the challenges faced by each company is detailed. We invite you to see the effects along with specific numerical data! 【Industries Featured in Case Studies】 Cosmetics / Chemicals / Pharmaceuticals / Regenerative Medicine / Food / Assembly Products / Metal Processing and Assembly Products / Molding Products / Automotive Parts / Circuit Board Assembly / Information and Communication / Wholesale, Logistics Warehousing, 3PL / Reuse ＼＼ A PDF summarizing detailed case studies from each industry is available for free! ／／ You can view it by downloading from the "Download Catalog" link below, so please feel free to download it.

In the cosmetics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food industries, there are many common concerns such as the hassle of raw material management, the accuracy of lot tracing, and the lengthening of inventory periods. This document provides detailed success stories of companies that have solved these issues by implementing SmartF. It clearly explains the challenges each company faced and how they were improved through the introduction of SmartF, presented in a specific Before/After format! 【Industry Case Studies】 ■ Cosmetics: A case where annual losses of several tens of millions of yen were reduced to zero through accurate verification using handheld terminals. ■ Chemicals: A case where accurate first-in-first-out and expiration date management became possible through QR code verification. ■ Pharmaceuticals: A case where production plans and inventory were linked, reducing the burden of ordering tasks through automatic future inventory calculations. ■ Food: A case that achieved more precise management by accommodating expiration date management and irregularly weighted products. ＼＼ A PDF summarizing the case details is available for free! ／／ You can view it by downloading from the "Download Catalog" link below, so feel free to download it.

Are you struggling with the personalization of inventory management and manual data entry tasks using paper or Excel? This document summarizes case studies from the metal processing industry that successfully improved operations by implementing SmartF. It clearly explains how the challenges faced by existing systems and analog management were resolved with SmartF, using a specific Before/After format! 【Case Study Highlights (Partial)】 ■ Eliminated over 1,000 manual data entry tasks each month, achieving an annual reduction of 360 hours in labor. Centralized inventory and production information, speeding up delivery responses to customers. ■ Successfully systematized inventory management, compressing annual inventory costs by approximately 1 million yen. Reduced the time spent by purchasing staff on ordering tasks by 80 hours annually. ■ Implemented barcode inventory management for steel materials. Eliminated the need for handwritten entry and achieved a first-in, first-out system that does not rely on the operator's intuition. ＼＼ A PDF summarizing the detailed case studies is available for free! ／／ You can view it by clicking "Download Catalog" below, so feel free to download it.

Are you facing challenges such as inventory management across multiple locations, input errors due to analog management, and increased burdens on the field? In this document, we will introduce successful case studies from the automotive parts industry that have resolved these issues by implementing SmartF. We will provide a detailed explanation of the specific methods used to unify inventory management systems at each location, achieving improved operational efficiency and productivity in a Before/After format! 【Case Study Highlights】 ■ Unified the inventory management system that was different at each location. By utilizing handheld devices, we reduced inventory counting labor by 560 hours and eliminated 420 hours of Excel input work annually. ■ Transitioned from paper and Excel-based inventory management, compressing inventory counting labor to one-tenth. Sales per person increased by 140%, and stockouts and shipping delays were reduced to zero. ■ Eliminated handwritten entries on shelf cards and manual inventory counting, successfully reducing labor by over 1,000 hours annually. Accurate inventory management enabled planned production, leading to improved customer satisfaction. ＼＼ A PDF summarizing the case details is available for free! ／／ You can view it by clicking "Download Catalog" below, so feel free to download it.

Are you struggling with issues such as "the burden on the site due to analog inventory management" and "manual ordering tasks"? This document summarizes case studies from the circuit board assembly industry that successfully improved operational efficiency and productivity by implementing SmartF. It specifically explains how SmartF addressed the inefficiencies of increased component inventory due to business expansion and analog management through handwritten methods, in a Before/After format! 【Case Study Highlights (Partial)】 ■ A case where handwritten entries on shelf cards and manual inventory checks were eliminated, resulting in a total reduction of over 1,000 hours in labor. ■ A case that achieved a reduction of 1,210 hours in labor annually through paperless and efficient ordering processes. ■ A case where sending errors in ordering emails were eliminated, and the electronic storage of order data was automated. ＼＼ A PDF summarizing the details of these case studies is available for free! ／／ You can view it by downloading from the "Download Catalog" link below, so feel free to download it.

Are you struggling with complex inventory management due to a wide variety of products in small quantities and order-based production, as well as tasks that have become dependent on specific individuals? This document summarizes case studies from the assembly industry that successfully implemented SmartF to improve operational efficiency and productivity. It provides a detailed explanation in a concrete Before/After format of how various companies addressed challenges such as reducing the burden of inventory management, preventing ordering mistakes, and achieving accurate cost management! 【Case Study Highlights (Partial)】 ■ Significantly reduced the burden of monthly inventory checks conducted with paper and Excel, achieving a reduction of approximately 1,000 hours of labor over six months. This case reduced inventory discrepancies through real-time inventory updates and resolved differences in inventory recognition between the manufacturing site and the production management department. ■ Successfully systematized inventory management, compressing annual inventory costs by about 1 million yen. This case eliminated the need for on-site and purchasing teams to confirm incoming goods, resulting in a labor reduction of 72 hours per year. ■ Unified management of inventory between in-house and external warehouses, improving the dependency on specific individuals for picking operations. Inventory tasks that involved handwritten notes and Excel transcription were completed by one person in just one hour. ＼＼ A PDF summarizing the details of these case studies is available for free! ／／ You can view it by clicking "Download Catalog" below, so feel free to download it.

To continue quality improvement, it is important to have a system where anyone can proceed with the same steps. This article concretely illustrates how to effectively implement the PDCA cycle using the QC story, with diagrams and examples. 【What you can learn from this explanatory article】 - The basic structure of the QC story and its relationship with PDCA - The purposes and selection methods for four types, including problem-solving types - How to proceed based on examples and tips for cause analysis - Goal setting and role division to prevent failures - Accelerating data analysis through system integration The article also explains the background of QC story implementation, its differences from TQM, and continuous monitoring methods, providing concrete strategies for teams to aim for quality improvement together. Additionally, through a case study that allows you to experience the steps taken to reduce foreign matter contamination in a food factory by half, you can confirm the flow from theme selection to standardization. Furthermore, points for mitigating future risks through proactive prevention methods are also introduced. >> You can read more in the article linked below【▶ Click here for the full article】! <<

【What You Can Understand from This Explanatory Article】 - The purpose and mechanism of ISO 9001 - Three reasons for stagnation in acquisition rates - Four major benefits gained from certification - An overview of PDCA, risk thinking, and the seven principles - Key points for determining necessity The article also includes examples of partial acquisition strategies to minimize cost burdens and step-by-step education programs, providing tips that can be flexibly utilized according to your company's size and transaction environment. At the end of the article, six points for effectively promoting ISO 9001 are also organized. >> You can view the continuation in the [▶ article text here]! <<

From the perspective of quality assurance in the manufacturing industry, validation is extremely important. It is particularly emphasized in fields such as pharmaceuticals and the food industry, where strict regulations are required. This article will provide a detailed explanation of what validation means in the context of GMP. 【What you can learn from this explanatory article】 - Definition and purpose of validation - Types of validation - Steps for qualification assessment - Subjects of validation, etc. >> You can read more in the article below 【▶ Click here for the full text】! <<

The "2025 Cliff" problem, the intensification of demands for small-lot production and short delivery times, and other factors are increasing the challenges surrounding modern manufacturing. In particular, the personalization of production planning tasks and the dilemma of inventory risk versus delivery delay risk are significant issues. This document provides a detailed explanation of how to utilize "production schedulers" to address these challenges and promote the advancement of production planning and digital transformation (DX). A production scheduler is a system that automatically formulates and optimizes realistic plans while considering resource constraints such as personnel and equipment. Additionally, it presents case studies that have achieved significant improvements in delivery compliance rates and inventory reduction, along with numerical data. Practical implementation steps and success factors are also discussed. [Document Overview] ■ Current situation surrounding the manufacturing industry and challenges by production method (MTS/MTO/hybrid) ■ Basic functions of production schedulers compared to Excel management ■ Specific examples of implementation effects (improvement in delivery compliance rates, inventory reduction, etc.) ■ Key points and checklist for successful implementation aiming for early realization of return on investment *You can immediately view it for free by clicking the <Catalog Download> button below.

Mistakes in label application are never-ending—Pokayoke is the fastest improvement measure for such situations. This article explains two methods: the "prevent from happening" approach that physically stops mistakes, and the "notify and stop" method that instantly detects errors using sensors and barcodes, illustrated with three case studies. It introduces low-cost procedures that can be started, such as utilizing jigs, color identification, and handheld device integration. 【What you can learn from this explanatory article】 - Pokayoke and Pokamisu - Software/hardware measures for Pokayoke - Specific countermeasures for skipping processes and mislabeling - Points to consider when implementing a barcode system, etc. >> You can read more in the article linked below 【▶ Click here for the full text】! <<

Forecasting (demand forecasting) is an essential method for production, ordering, and inventory management in the manufacturing industry. This article organizes the basic concepts of forecasting and its differences from backcasting, while explaining how to maintain forecasting accuracy in manufacturing settings. Specifically, it introduces points such as how to analyze past performance data, labor data, and market trends, how to differentiate between ordering methods (quantitative ordering / periodic ordering), and how to collaborate with sales and supply chains. Furthermore, it presents efficiency methods through data automation using production management systems, incorporating successful case studies while considering the resource constraints and personalization challenges that small and medium-sized enterprises often face. 【What you can learn from this explanatory article】 - The basics and significance of forecasting (demand forecasting) - Differences from backcasting and how to differentiate their use - Application methods in production and ordering operations - Tips for improving forecasting accuracy through data automation - Challenges unique to medium-sized enterprises and perspectives for solutions, etc. >> You can read more in the article linked below【▶ Click here for the full article】! <<

We will provide a clear explanation, with images, of an Excel template for production planning that is easy to use even in manufacturing sites with many processes. By using this template, you can visualize the schedule of the person in charge and the production plan simply by entering the necessary items. The template we are offering is designed for those who want to start production management with Excel, allowing you to easily create production plans for each task. In sites with many work processes, you can visualize "who will do what and when" at a glance. With just a simple operation of entering minimal information such as product name, task details, and workers, you can immediately create a production plan. The input fields are limited to product name, delivery date, quantity, task name, start date, and end date. This allows for a level of detail and clarity that is difficult to achieve with paper or whiteboards. With a simple Excel format, you can easily experience an operational sense based on the template. ▶▶ Please download and use it from the link below: "Details of the template and free download here."

"SmartF" is a cloud-based production management system that allows for low-cost, small-scale startups. It consolidates operations such as inventory, processes, and costs into a "visualization," reducing waste, labor, and costs. ◆ What you can do with SmartF - Easily record work without mistakes using barcodes - Reduce paper on-site with a paperless approach, preventing foreign material contamination - Achieve real-time and accurate raw material inventory management by utilizing barcodes - Significantly reduce ordering effort through bulk ordering and order linkage from required quantity calculations - Cut disposal costs by ensuring first-in, first-out practices and pre-expiration warnings - Automatically aggregate and visualize defective items and disposal costs - Visualize actual costs from various perspectives, such as by item number or lot - Manage budget versus actual costs for standard and actual costs, among other features ◆ Implementation effects (example) - Reduced inventory costs by 1 million yen annually - Reduced inventory counting labor by 560 hours annually - Reduced annual disposal losses of several million yen to zero - Eliminated handwritten Excel tasks to zero ◆ Main features Inventory management / Material management / Process management / Production planning / Order management / Cost management / Warehouse management / Quality management ＼ Don't fail in system selection! Free distribution of the 'Production Management System Selection Guide'! ／ Please check it out by downloading the catalog.

"SmartF" is a cloud-based production management system that allows for low-cost and small-scale starts. It consolidates operations such as inventory, processes, and costs into a "visualization," reducing waste, labor, and costs. ◆ What SmartF can do - Record work (weighing) effortlessly and without errors using barcodes - Eliminate input mistakes through item number checks and input tank checks - Achieve real-time and accurate raw material inventory management by utilizing barcodes - Significantly reduce ordering effort through required quantity calculations and bulk ordering/order linkage - Gate function using barcodes (checking expiration dates and inspection statuses) - Data traceability for all raw material lots, inspection results, and production information - Visualization of actual costs from various perspectives, such as by item number or lot number, etc. ◆ Implementation effects (example) - Reduced inventory costs by 1 million yen annually - Reduced inventory counting labor by 560 hours annually - Reduced waste losses from several tens of millions of yen annually to zero - Eliminated handwritten Excel tasks to zero ◆ Main functions Inventory management / Material management / Process management / Production planning / Order management / Cost management / Warehouse management / Quality management ＼ Don't fail in system selection! A free "Production Management System Selection Guide" is available! ／ Please check it out by downloading the catalog.

"SmartF" is a cloud-based production management system that allows for low-cost and small-scale startups. It consolidates operations such as inventory, processes, and costs into a "visualization" to reduce waste, man-hours, and costs. ◆ What you can do with SmartF - Easily and accurately record work (weighing) using QR codes and barcodes - Prevent incorrect input by checking item numbers, lots, and expiration dates - Achieve real-time and accurate raw material inventory management by utilizing QR codes and barcodes - Significantly reduce ordering effort through bulk ordering and order linkage from required quantity calculations - Gate function using QR codes and barcodes (checking expiration dates and inspection statuses) - Data traceability for all raw material lots, inspection results, and production information - Visualization of actual costs from various perspectives such as item numbers and lots, etc. ◆ Implementation effects (example) - Reduced inventory costs by 1 million yen annually - Reduced inventory counting man-hours by 560 hours annually - Reduced annual waste losses of several tens of millions of yen to zero - Eliminated handwritten Excel tasks to zero ◆ Main functions Inventory management / Material management / Process management / Production planning / Order management / Cost management / Warehouse management / Quality management ＼ Don't fail in selecting a system! A free "Production Management System Selection Guide" is currently available! ／ Please check it out by downloading the catalog.

"SmartF" is a cloud-based production management system that allows for low-cost and small-scale starts. It consolidates operations such as inventory, processes, and costs into a "visualization," reducing waste, labor, and costs. ◆ What you can do with SmartF ✅ Record work (weighing) effortlessly and without errors using barcodes ✅ Eliminate input mistakes through item number checks and input tank checks ✅ Achieve real-time and accurate raw material inventory management by utilizing barcodes ✅ Significantly reduce ordering effort through bulk ordering and order linkage from required quantity calculations ✅ Gate function using barcodes (checking expiration dates and inspection statuses) ✅ Trace all data related to raw material lots, inspection results, and production information ✅ Visualize actual costs from various perspectives, such as by item number or lot number, etc. ◆ Implementation effects (example) - Reduced inventory costs by 1 million yen annually - Reduced inventory counting labor by 560 hours annually - Reduced annual waste loss of several tens of millions of yen to zero - Eliminated handwritten Excel tasks to zero ◆ Main functions Inventory management / Material management / Process management / Production planning / Order management / Cost management / Warehouse management / Quality management ＼ Don't fail in system selection! Free distribution of the "Production Management System Selection Guide"! ／ Please check it out by downloading the catalog.

"SmartF" is a cloud-based production management system that allows for low-cost and small-scale startups. It consolidates operations such as inventory, processes, and costs into a "visualization," reducing waste, labor, and costs. ◆ What you can do with SmartF ✅ Record work effortlessly and without errors using barcodes ✅ Eliminate misuse through part number checks ✅ Achieve real-time and accurate parts inventory management by utilizing barcodes ✅ Significantly reduce ordering efforts through required quantity calculations and bulk ordering/order linkage ✅ Gate function using barcodes (checking expiration dates and inspection statuses) ✅ Trace all data related to part lots and production information ✅ Visualize actual costs from various perspectives, such as by part number or lot ✅ Manage standard costs and actual costs effectively, among other features ◆ Implementation effects (example) - Reduced inventory costs by 1 million yen annually - Reduced inventory counting labor by 560 hours annually - Reduced annual waste losses of several million yen to zero - Eliminated handwritten Excel tasks to zero ◆ Main features Inventory management / Material management / Process management / Production planning / Order management / Cost management / Warehouse management / Quality management ＼ Don’t fail in selecting a system! Free distribution of the 'Production Management System Selection Guide' is ongoing! ／ Please check it out by downloading the catalog.

"SmartF" is a cloud-based production management system that allows for low-cost and small-scale starts. It consolidates operations such as inventory, processes, and costs into a "visualization," reducing waste, labor, and costs. ◆ What SmartF can do ✅ Work records can be made effortlessly and without errors using barcodes ✅ Elimination of misuse through part number checks ✅ Real-time and accurate parts inventory management achieved through barcode utilization ✅ Significant reduction in ordering effort through required quantity calculations and bulk ordering/order linkage ✅ Gate function via barcode (checking expiration dates and inspection statuses) ✅ All part lots and production information can be data-traced ✅ Visualization of actual costs from various perspectives, such as by part number or lot ✅ Management of standard costs versus actual costs, etc. ◆ Implementation effects (example) - Reduction of inventory costs by 1 million yen annually - Reduction of inventory counting labor by 560 hours annually - Annual waste loss of several tens of millions of yen → Zero - Handwritten Excel work → Zero ◆ Main features Inventory management / Material management / Process management / Production planning / Order management / Cost management / Warehouse management / Quality management ＼ Don't fail in system selection! Free distribution of the "Production Management System Selection Guide"! ／ Please check it out by downloading the catalog.

"SmartF" is a cloud-based production management system that allows for low-cost and small-scale startups. It consolidates operations such as inventory, processes, and costs into a "visualization," reducing waste, labor, and costs. ◆ What you can do with SmartF ✅ Record work effortlessly and accurately using QR codes and barcodes ✅ Eliminate misuse through part number checks ✅ Achieve real-time and accurate parts inventory management by utilizing QR codes and barcodes ✅ Significantly reduce ordering effort through required quantity calculations and bulk ordering/order linkage ✅ Gate function using QR codes and barcodes (preventing process skipping and checking inspection status) ✅ All part lots and production information can be data-traced ✅ Visualization of actual costs from various perspectives such as by part number or lot, etc. ◆ Implementation effects (example) - Reduced inventory costs by 1 million yen annually - Reduced inventory counting labor by 560 hours annually - Reduced annual waste loss of several tens of millions of yen to zero - Handwritten Excel tasks reduced to zero ◆ Main features Inventory management / Material management / Process management / Production planning / Order management / Cost management / Warehouse management / Quality management ＼ Don't fail in selecting a system! Free distribution of the 'Production Management System Selection Guide'! ／ Please check it out by downloading the catalog.

"SmartF" is a cloud-based production management system that allows for low-cost and small-scale startup. It consolidates operations such as inventory, processes, and costs into a "visualization," reducing waste, labor, and costs. ◆ What you can do with SmartF ✅ Work records can be made without hassle or mistakes using QR codes and barcodes. ✅ Prevents incorrect use of parts by checking part numbers and lot numbers. ✅ Achieves real-time and accurate parts inventory management by utilizing QR codes and barcodes. ✅ Significantly reduces ordering effort through required quantity calculations and bulk ordering/order linkage. ✅ Gate function using QR codes and barcodes (prevents skipping processes and checks inspection status). ✅ All part lots and production information can be traced through data. ✅ Visualization of actual costs from various perspectives such as by part number and lot number, etc. ◆ Examples of implementation effects - Reduced inventory costs by 1 million yen annually. - Reduced inventory counting labor by 560 hours annually. - Reduced annual waste losses of several tens of millions of yen to zero. - Handwritten Excel tasks reduced to zero. ◆ Main features Inventory management / Material management / Process management / Production planning / Order management / Cost management / Warehouse management / Quality management ＼ Don't fail in system selection! Free distribution of the 'Production Management System Selection Guide'! ／ Please check it out by downloading the catalog.