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"Smart F" is a production management cloud system that allows for a small start with low cost and low risk. By visualizing all aspects of the manufacturing site, it reduces waste, losses, and labor hours, achieving a compression of management costs. ◆ Effects of implementing Smart F (example) - Reduced inventory costs by 1 million yen annually - Reduced inventory counting labor hours by 560 hours annually - Eliminated annual waste losses of several million yen - Eliminated handwritten management and Excel input tasks - Eliminated 1,000 site verification tasks each month ◆ List of modules Inventory management, material management, process management/labor hour aggregation, production planning, order management, cost management, warehouse management/WMS, quality management (inspection management/defect aggregation/lot trace) ◆ For customers facing these challenges - Want to eliminate handwritten and Excel management - Cannot eliminate the discrepancy between theoretical and actual inventory - Difficulties in production planning and deadline adjustments due to lack of process progress visibility - Unable to manage order and inventory of purchased parts - Want to visualize costs for each project <Smart F in 3 minutes> https://youtu.be/kE2jZegz1js

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 introduces the necessity of a cost management system. It provides a detailed explanation of the comparison of manufacturing cost trends between the world and Japan based on BCG data, differentiation strategies for manufacturers in an era of rising costs, and appropriate improvement steps through a 30-question self-assessment of company maturity. Additionally, it includes successful case studies of cost management system implementation, making it a valuable resource. We encourage you to read it. 【Contents (partial)】 ■ Heat map of manufacturing cost trends in the world and Japan ■ Why it is dangerous not to see costs now ■ Five limitations of Excel cost management ■ What is a cost management system? Full function map ■ 30-question self-diagnosis of company maturity *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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.

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.

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】! <<

"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.

"We will answer the question, 'How should I compare the many production management systems available?' This article organizes the comparison of 22 production management systems based on four perspectives: 'functions,' 'delivery methods,' 'costs,' and 'implementation steps.' Starting with a comparison of key functions such as order management, inventory management, process progress management, and cost management, we also introduce points for distinguishing between cloud-based, on-premises, and hybrid models, as well as assessing their suitability for your company's production methods and scale. Additionally, we include hidden costs to watch out for when comparing estimates and a 90-day roadmap for successfully implementing the system. 【What you can learn from this explanatory article】 Differences in key functions revealed by comparing 22 companies How to choose a delivery method and points to consider Hidden costs that can become pitfalls during estimation How to proceed from initial implementation to establishment >> You can read more in the article linked below 【▶ Click here for the full article】! <<

This book summarizes specific methods for "waste reduction" and "productivity improvement" through the introduction of production management systems, set against the backdrop of the deepening labor shortage in manufacturing. It addresses concerns such as "cost" and "operational difficulties," which can be barriers to system implementation, using examples from the latest cloud-based packages. 【Main Contents】 - Labor Shortages and the Need for DX: The importance of labor-saving and efficiency from statistical perspectives, and moving away from paper and Excel management. - Cost Improvement through Waste Reduction: Visualization of "invisible costs" such as double entry and inventory checks. - Quantitative Examples of Implementation Effects: Success stories from companies that achieved a reduction of 3,000 hours of labor annually. - ROI Calculation Formula: Specific calculation methods that can be applied to your company's situation for estimation. - KPIs and Approval Documents for Internal Proposals: How to set indicators to measure effectiveness and a sample approval document that can be used as is. This practical guidebook is designed for those in charge who are struggling with "not knowing how to persuade the company" or "wanting to quantify the benefits of implementation," helping to advance on-site DX by one step. ▼▼ You can view it for free immediately by clicking the <Catalog Download> button below ▼▼

The essence of Kaizen is to not ignore the discomfort felt on-site, but to incorporate it into the system. This article introduces specific steps to smoothly advance "Kaizen" activities, including how to identify improvement themes, set priorities, thoroughly implement 5S, use the ECRS principles, and validate and re-execute through the PDCA cycle. It supports taking the first step from "I don't know where to start." 【What you can learn from this explanatory article】 - Selection of targets for "Kaizen" activities and considerations for prioritization - Methods for on-site analysis from the perspectives of 5S, 3M, and ECRS - How to approach generating improvement proposals - Ideas for continuous reform efforts as a team, and more >> You can view the continuation in the article linked below【▶ Click here for the full article】! <<

In the manufacturing industry, reducing the 3Ms (Muda - waste, Mura - unevenness, Muri - overburden) has a positive impact on productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction. The 3Ms lurk in every process, including the effort required for each step, the load on machines and people, and uneven work distribution. By implementing specific reduction methods tailored to each issue, it becomes possible to create a competitive workplace. Improvement activities also benefit from reviewing production planning and inventory management. 【What you can learn from this explanatory article】 - Definition and importance of the 3Ms in manufacturing - Common causes of the 3Ms - Steps for reducing waste, unevenness, and overburden - Specific effects of improvements - Directions for improvement utilizing systems >> You can view the continuation in the article linked below【▶ Click here for the full text】! <<

Inventory days is an indicator that represents how many days of sales the current inventory corresponds to. It is more intuitive to understand than inventory turnover rate and helps in grasping the status of inventory stagnation and appropriate levels. Calculations can be made on a monthly or weekly basis, and by having benchmarks that align with the characteristics of the products and seasonal fluctuations, the risks of excess inventory or stockouts can be mitigated. Let's utilize inventory days to visualize inventory and optimize costs. 【What you can learn from this explanatory article】 - The difference between inventory days and inventory turnover rate - The basic calculation method for inventory days - Criteria for determining optimal inventory levels - Ways to reduce inventory costs >> You can view the continuation in the article linked below【▶ Click here for the full article】! <<

This is a guidebook that condenses 17 real questions received from manufacturing sites, such as "I don't know where to start with DX" and "I'm worried about whether we can proceed with only old equipment." It presents concrete solutions to alleviate concerns about costs and effort, and to support the "first step" on-site. 【Main contents of the document】 - Introduction and Basics: Explains how to start DX, the expected effects, and the concept of a small start to minimize initial investment. - Implementation and Technology: Introduces the necessary number of tablets, metrics for measuring effectiveness (KPI), and how to proceed if there is no IT personnel. - Challenges and Responses: Covers methods for data collection with old equipment, the safety of the cloud, common failures in other companies, and points for success. - Readiness Checklist: By answering 10 questions, you can self-assess your company's readiness for DX and paperless transformation in three stages. This is a practical diagnostic tool and Q&A collection ideal for those wondering, "Is it possible to go paperless in our situation?" ▼▼ You can view it for free immediately by clicking the <Catalog Download> button below ▼▼

This is a practical guide to solving the burden of labor costs and the shortage of personnel in small and medium-sized manufacturing industries. It explains specific measures for "standardization" to eliminate the "personalization" at the workplace and enhance productivity. 【Five Improvement Ideas Introduced in This Document】 ✅ Mistake Prevention: Utilize barcodes to prevent incorrect inputs and the use of expired items ✅ Elimination of Paper/Excel: Eliminate redundant data entry and search time with real-time input ✅ Elimination of Waste in Movement: Reduce round-trip time to the office by utilizing on-site terminals ✅ Standardization of Parts: Achieve cost reduction and improved accuracy through centralized inventory management ✅ Automation of Administrative Tasks: Reduce labor hours with shared delivery date responses and automatic output of invoices You can find hints for solutions from numerous success stories, including a case of reducing 2,800 hours annually. Please use this document as the first step to visualize the "invisible costs" in your workplace and transform into a profit-oriented structure! ▼▼ You can view it for free immediately by clicking the <Catalog Download> button below ▼▼