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We will hold an online seminar for case studies aimed at skill enhancement for young engineers in the manufacturing industry. (Zoom) This series will provide detailed explanations, including practical exercises, on how to apply QC methods and statistical analysis techniques to quality improvement. We encourage you to register. ★ The cost is 2,000 yen per theme (for each company: up to about 10 participants), and if you register for three themes at the same time, the price will be discounted from 6,000 yen to 4,000 yen. ■ Program December 7 (Thursday) 15:00 - 17:00: Application of the Seven QC Tools and New Seven QC Tools to Process Improvement 　＜Exercise: Solve workplace issues using the Seven QC Tools and New Seven QC Tools＞ December 14 (Thursday) 15:00 - 17:00: Application of EXCEL Statistical Analysis to Process Improvement 　＜Exercise: Practical training on various statistical analyses using EXCEL, calculation of process capability indices＞ December 21 (Thursday) 15:00 - 17:00: Application of Experimental Design to Process Improvement 　＜Exercise: Measures to improve machining accuracy using experimental design＞

Target Audience: Employees aged 45 and over (executive level and others) Location: Central Comprehensive Academy, Maebashi, Gunma Prefecture The program and schedule are as follows: A1. Overview Thinking - December 8 1. What is Overview Thinking 2. Management Processes and Overview Analysis Methods 3. Overview of DX A2. Basic Knowledge of DX - December 22 1. Basic Knowledge of IT 2. Elemental Technologies of DX 3. Information Security 4. Utilization in Back Office A3. Business Efficiency Improvement Methods - January 26 1. Methods for Aggregating and Analyzing Large Data Sets 2. Automation Methods for Routine Tasks B1. Strategy - January 12 1. Strategy and Tactics 2. Overview of Management Strategy 3. Overview of Marketing and Analysis Methods 4. Utilizing DX in Marketing Analysis Methods B2. Development - February 9 1. Overview of Product Planning and Utilization of DX 2. Overview of Product Design and Process Design and Utilization of DX B3. Manufacturing - February 22, March 8 1. Basic Concepts of Production Systems 2. Utilizing DX in Quality Management 3. Utilizing DX in Cost Reduction 4. Utilizing DX in Inventory Management 5. Utilizing DX in Health and Safety 6. Utilizing DX in Environmental Conservation 7. Utilizing DX in Equipment Maintenance 8. Utilizing DX in Labor Management

◆This seminar will mainly cover the following topics: - Methods for conducting factory audits and audit checklists - Work error prevention and recurrence prevention measures (EXCEL dropdown selection) - Tools and format templates for thorough FMEA implementation - Systematization of 4M management and management formats - Extraction of critical quality characteristics and management formats for quality development - Why-why analysis format ◆The seminar schedule is as follows: Every Thursday, starting at 15:00 and ending at 16:00 September 28: A must-see for site managers! Prevention of human errors and recurrence prevention October 19: Quality development techniques in upstream processes that manufacturing engineers should know (Part 1) October 26: Techniques for building a system to alleviate customer concerns through 4M change point management November 2: The secrets of managing overseas partner factories! New product launch and factory audit November 9: Quality development techniques in upstream processes that manufacturing engineers should know (Part 2) November 16: The misconceptions of why-why analysis that repeats five whys November 23: A must-see for engineers! Understanding the Toyota-style DRBFM implementation procedure through case studies (Part 1) November 30: A must-see for engineers! Understanding the Toyota-style DRBFM implementation procedure through case studies (Part 2)

We will provide a DVD containing the cooperation factory management tools and manuals. ● Set of 3 process audit check sheets (Excel version) ● Template for basic contract with overseas cooperation factories (set of 3) available in English ● Explanation document on outsourcing audit points ● Procedure manual for production management at cooperation factories Factory audits and process audits involve visiting cooperation factories to check the on-site conditions and documents; however, effective audits are not always conducted, leading to various troubles after mass production begins. Recently, due to the impact of COVID-19, it has become difficult to visit factories for audits, resulting in cases where accurate audits cannot be conducted. Therefore, we will provide a complete set of tools to strengthen quality management at cooperation factories on a DVD.

The countermeasure document format includes the following features in Excel: 1. Enumeration of Factors (Select from approximately 80 items) Candidates for causes and factors are selected from a dropdown menu, narrowing down the causes to those most closely related to the defect phenomenon and causal relationships. Candidates that are less relevant or unrelated are removed. There are 8 categories of candidates, with about 80 items available for selection. 2. Identification of Causes The investigation of factors is conducted from upstream to downstream processes. For example, during the process design stage, if there was an oversight in the creation of the QC process chart, it is necessary to thoroughly investigate why that oversight occurred. Among these, the item most closely related to the phenomenon that occurred and the causal relationship is selected as the cause. 3. Development of Countermeasures (Select from approximately 200 items) The content of the countermeasures is selected from a dropdown menu. By covering as wide a range as possible, countermeasures can include horizontal deployment or measures from upstream processes. 4. Feedback to Standard Documents Feedback on the content of the countermeasures to standard documents and informing relevant parties. By confirming whether the disseminated information is being correctly implemented, it can be verified that measures have been taken to prevent recurrence.

The Takasaki Monozukuri Technology Research Institute plans to hold online seminars from August to October 2023. In these seminars, participants will learn quality building techniques aimed at preventing troubles in the upstream processes of the manufacturing industry. The focus will be on case studies and exercises, particularly honing the practical skills of young engineers to enhance their capabilities. Scheduled Events: ■ September 27 (Wednesday) Master the Toyota-style DRBFM/FMEA through case exercises! A method to thoroughly extract failure modes and eliminate outflow accidents to zero. 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM, 7,000 yen (Members: 4,900 yen) ■ October 20 (Friday) Master the recurrence prevention procedures through case exercises! Techniques for knowledge management of quality information! With this, the same problem will never recur again. 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM, 7,000 yen (Members: 4,900 yen)

【Overview】 ● We can accept orders for a complete process as a fabless manufacturer! Please feel free to consult with us. ● We handle everything from plastic molding, parts processing, prototype mold production, painting, to assembly. ● We respond through a network of domestic and international partner factories, providing technical support, quality assurance, and evaluation testing. 【Supported Technologies】 ● Light guide plate molding and electroforming parts in a clean room ● Precision mechanical parts (gears, pulleys, media running parts) ● Resin molded parts, insert molding, two-color molding ● Secondary processing such as ultrasonic welding, high-gloss painting, and printing ● Assembly, inspection, and testing (jig production as needed) ● Evaluation testing (peel strength, corrosion resistance, weather resistance tests, etc.) 【Manufacturing System】 All processes are handled by partner factories. ● Resin mold production and molding: China, Japan ● Metal and resin cutting processed parts: China ● Painting and secondary processing: Japan ● Assembly and testing: Japan

■Manufacturing Process Audit Checklist Added checklists for manufacturing process audits for automotive parts, including processing, assembly, and inspection processes, as well as additional audit items by department (production management, quality control, manufacturing, manufacturing technology, etc.). 1. Material Management 2. Incoming Inspection 3. Manufacturing (significant expansion of processing and assembly processes) 4. Inspection 5. Shipping and Packaging 6. Departmental Audits ■Factory Selection Checklist for Outsourcing 1. Organizational Structure and Quality/Reliability Awareness 2. Technical Structure 3. Manufacturing Structure 4. Quality/Reliability Assurance System 5. Manufacturing and Inspection Equipment 6. Standardization 7. Outsourcing Management 8. Special Procurement, Abnormalities, and Complaint Handling 9. Product Management ■Quality System Audit Checklist 1. Management Responsibility (Quality Policy and Objectives) 2. Quality Assurance System 3. Document Management 4. Record Management 5. Parts and Materials Management 6. Purchased Goods Management 7. Outsourcing Management 8. Management of Process Flow Diagrams and Instructions 9. In-Process Inspection 10. In-Process Abnormality Handling 11. Traceability 12. Non-Conforming Product Management 13. Corrective and Preventive Actions 14. Shipping Inspection 15. Management of Equipment and Tools 16. Measurement Instrument Management 17. Education and Training 18. 5S 19. Electrostatic Measures

Companies are required to promote DX (Digital Transformation) as a "transformation" in the midst of significant environmental changes. The activities of the manufacturing industry are based on "people," "organizations," "unique technologies," and "production systems," but ultimately, it is "people" who determine quality. Companies need to strengthen these elements, differentiate themselves from competitors, and ensure their survival. Differentiation cannot be achieved through factory equipment or machine performance. 1. Overview of DX 1.1 What is DX? 1.2 What is DX in manufacturing? 1.3 Differences between improvement activities, IT implementation, and DX 1.4 New improvement activities to promote DX 2. Case Studies of DX Implementation 2.1 Essential digital technologies for DX 2.2 AI and robotics technology 2.3 IoT and data collection mechanisms 2.4 Data analysis and utilization methods 2.5 IT technologies for administrative departments 2.6 Solving familiar issues with digital technology 2.7 Skills required for engineers 3. Implementation of DX Strategy 3.1 Building foundational strength to withstand environmental changes 3.2 Two directions for DX in order processing and production companies 3.3 Creating customer value 3.4 Human resource development for promoting DX 3.5 Transforming from order-based production organizations to customer development organizations

This manual provides a detailed explanation of practical procedures for managing variability in manufacturing processes and quality improvement methods using statistical analysis techniques, such as t-tests, correlation analysis, regression analysis, and experimental design, based on MC processing data. In parts manufacturing, one of the challenges of machining parts with machine tools is improving dimensional accuracy. This manual addresses the variability in dimensional accuracy that arises from machining conditions (such as cutting speed, cutting amount, and feed rate) when machining automotive parts with end mills. It explains in detail the steps to statistically determine the optimal cutting conditions using regression analysis, correlation analysis, and experimental design, utilizing actual measurement data from machining tests.

When developing new products, a balanced corporate strength that includes proprietary technology, management techniques, and organizational and human resources is essential. This series of explanatory documents summarizes the key points for successful new product development, the development steps for mechatronic devices, reliability design methods, and approaches to ensuring design quality, aimed at enhancing the skills of young design engineers.

There is significant attention being drawn to conversational AI with high language processing capabilities, such as ChatGPT and Bing AI. Utilizing this conversational AI in businesses can generate many benefits, including improved operational efficiency and increased productivity. ■ What specific tasks can be leveraged to enhance productivity? Here are some examples from my own experience: (1) Document creation, such as proposals and plans (2) Translation (3) Creation of manuals and work procedures (4) Customer complaint management (5) What is prompt engineering that draws out the capabilities of AI? ■ Now, how can we further apply this to advanced operations in the manufacturing industry? Let's consider this. Through discussions with Google Bard, it becomes clear that there are many hidden capabilities. I have summarized the results in an article, which I will publish as is, but it is necessary to verify whether these can actually be implemented. (1) Monitoring machine conditions with sensors for preventive maintenance (2) Creating production plans for factories using conversational AI (3) What is Microsoft 365 Copilot? (4) New features being developed for Google Bard that are deepening its capabilities.

Textbook for Manufacturing Management and Leadership Quality Factory Training (PDF Electronic Data Delivery) This is a manual that includes immediately usable quality improvement methods, statistical analysis, QC seven tools, root cause analysis techniques, case study explanations, and a guide on how to promote quality improvement. ★ Distributed in electronic data (PDF). ★ There is a member discount benefit. 30% off the regular price. Free membership registration is available at https://mailform.mface.jp/m/frms/bintian/7dd3n1q4v1n4 ★ Various uses! It can be used for in-house training, study sessions, self-improvement texts, and as a guide for quality improvement...

I will briefly explain the business content. ■ As a technical consulting firm in the manufacturing industry ■ Development and proposal of quality management methods from a practical perspective gained through 45 years of experience in the manufacturing industry [Quality improvement methods suitable for small-lot production of various products; training of young independent personnel] [Sales of educational manuals and on-site procedure document series] ■ Contracted design and manufacturing of plastic molds ■ Produced at partner factories with long-standing trust, receiving high praise for being inexpensive and fast! [Production of low-cost small-lot molds and prototype molds; processing of metal parts] [Super high-gloss painting] ■ Subsidy application support ■ Preparation of business plans tailored to new product development and new market entry in the manufacturing industry, as well as the creation of various application documents [Subsidy for business restructuring] [Subsidy for strengthening overseas supply chains] [Manufacturing subsidies, etc.]

Free initial consultation, performance fee is 5% (Max) of the subsidy amount received, the lowest in the industry. The Takasaki Monozukuri Technology Research Institute supports small and medium-sized manufacturing companies in entering new businesses and developing new products. Why not consider making equipment investments and IT investments with national subsidies in your new business plan? We will assist you with the tedious paperwork and procedures at a low cost. The key to successful subsidy applications is creating a solid business plan with a high acceptance rate. Without a deep understanding of management strategy and marketing theory, it is difficult to create a persuasive business plan. We will create a management plan, which is often a high hurdle for small and medium-sized manufacturing companies, through discussions with management. This will help clarify a convincing future path for the company. We look forward to hearing from you. Email: info@monozukuri-takasaki.com Tel: 090-6159-0808

We provide technical support for high-difficulty painting of resin and metal products, from prototyping to mass production, addressing various requests related to painting. The photo shows the painting of IBM (LENOVO) laptops, specifically the ThinkPad series. We can accommodate small lot orders. We offer urethane and UV painting, and we perform painting for design surfaces in automotive, medical, and robotics applications. We can undertake a consistent process from mold making, shaping, to secondary processing. Additionally, we conduct various evaluation tests based on JIS standards, including printing and ultrasonic welding. We can accommodate small lot orders. Types of evaluation tests: 1. Light resistance test - applicable to automotive and robotics painting 2. Acid and alkali resistance tests 3. Abrasion resistance test 4. Temperature and humidity tests, etc. Related URL: https://swifttechnoligy.seesaa.net/