[8/2 Case Seminar & Exhibition] Utilization of RPA/IoT in Medium-Sized Enterprises and Implementation Effects

To ride the wave of impending transformation, we will connect the values that will underpin the core of our future corporate foundation and enable us to succeed in business.

EXPLANNER/Z is a cutting-edge ERP system that encompasses the necessary functions for core business operations moving forward. It allows for the flexible combination of components to quickly and reliably build a business foundation that perfectly fits customer requirements. Customization according to individual business characteristics is also easy, enabling smooth version upgrades. It adopts a database structure for centralized data management, facilitating seamless data integration with group companies and external businesses. Additionally, by leveraging advanced technologies such as AI and IoT, it smoothly realizes the visualization and acceleration of the PDCA cycle. It governs the core of business, connecting value to significantly enhance management capabilities and productivity, continuously supporting corporate growth into the future. ◆ Please refer to the comprehensive catalog for more details ◆

• Production Management System

EXPLANNER/Ja is a web-based production management system specialized for the automotive parts manufacturing industry. It enables strategic production that is resilient to demand fluctuations.

The production management system "EXPLANNER/Ja" for the automotive parts manufacturing industry strongly supports the formulation of winning strategies that respond swiftly to changes in the times through "visualization." Produce what is necessary, when it is necessary, and in the necessary amounts. What is required in the automotive parts manufacturing industry is real-time management that realizes JIT (Just In Time) production. Due to the severe delivery requirements based on multiple deliveries that are not found in other industries, it is no exaggeration to say that achieving meticulous production management can determine the success of a business. NEC's EXPLANNER/Ja is a web-compatible core business package suitable for the automotive parts manufacturing industry. It responds to detailed delivery instructions from customers and realizes production management on an hourly basis. It promotes the "visualization" of management information. ◇For details, please refer to 'Download'◇

• Production Management System

"EXPLANNER/J," designed for the processing/assembly manufacturing industry, supports multiple factories and various production forms that are "resilient to change." It has over 1,000 successful implementations.

If it's a production management system, trust NEC with proven results. Over 1,000 implementations. A "domestic production management system" that consolidates over 50 years of implementation experience and know-how. EXPLANNER/J is a production management system that integrates NEC's extensive implementation experience and its own manufacturing industry know-how. It strongly supports Japan's manufacturing industry, leading the times while leveraging its own strengths. ■ Main Features 1. Consolidation of NEC's know-how as a manufacturing company - A production system that consolidates the know-how cultivated by NEC as a manufacturing company - EXPLANNER/J is a self-developed package that can be used with confidence over the long term 2. Development platform resilient to change - Provides a development platform that absorbs changes in OS and middleware - Publicly discloses package functionality specifications, source programs, and database information, allowing for flexible responses to business changes even after implementation 3. Support for multiple production models - Applicable to multiple production models from make-to-order to forecast production - Allows for a mix of production number arrangements and MRP arrangements within product configurations - Multi-plant functionality centralizes all company operations within a single system ◇ For details, please refer to 'Download' ◇

• Production Management System

The goal is not to introduce AI. We will explain "standardization of manufacturing processes" to eliminate dependency and maximize the effectiveness of AI! While the spread of generative AI is progressing, there is an increasing number of manufacturing companies that say, "We don't know where to apply AI due to the black box nature of the site," and "Despite implementation, productivity hasn't increased." The cause lies not in the performance of AI, but in the "lack of business organization and standardization before implementation." In this webinar, we will clearly explain business improvement methods (BPMS) and how to properly organize business processes to avoid wasting AI investments, using case studies. [Recommended for those who:] - Are struggling to engage the field due to resistance like "busy" or "it's fine as it is." - Want to eliminate differences in rules between factories and locations, as well as dependency and black box issues with veteran employees. - Are being asked to "utilize AI" but don't know where to start due to disorganized business processes. [Here is the application form] https://www.earthlink.co.jp/seminar/10840/ *Pre-registration required (free) *We will give a "partial excerpt of the presentation materials" to those who respond to the survey after viewing.

[Speaker] Ms. Sayako Sumomo, Director, International Equipment Division, Equipment Policy Department, Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency [Key Lecture Content] As the security environment surrounding our country changes at an accelerating pace, the government is promoting defense equipment transfers as an important policy measure to create a desirable security environment for our nation. Promoting defense equipment transfers not only enhances regional deterrence and response capabilities for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region but also contributes to strengthening our country's defense production and technological base through market expansion and supply chain cooperation. Furthermore, the development of the defense industry and other industries with dual-use technologies can lead to growth in the Japanese economy. In this lecture, I will explain recent trends in defense equipment transfers, taking into account the recent revisions to the equipment transfer system. [Lecture Topics] 1. Japan's Defense Policy 2. Significance and System of Equipment Transfers 3. Recent Trends in Equipment Transfers 4. Government Initiatives 5. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speaker] Hiroki Hara, Country Lead, Cloud & Service Provider Segment, Schneider Electric Holdings Co., Ltd. [Key Lecture Content] In the era of AI, it is essential to redesign not just the equipment but the very way energy is utilized in data centers. This presentation will organize the approach to power architecture aimed at enhancing competitiveness, taking into account global trends and the constraints of the Japanese market. Additionally, through Schneider Electric's comprehensive portfolio, which includes cooling and operations, we will provide perspectives for selecting optimal options in Japan's increasingly complex power environment, as well as hints for future implementations. [Lecture Items] 1. Introduction to Schneider Electric 2. Global megatrends and the external environment surrounding the data center industry 3. Architecture of data center power infrastructure - Design philosophy necessary for safely delivering electricity 4. Schneider's portfolio connecting power and cooling, design, construction, and operation 5. Unique challenges of the Japanese market and options for optimal solutions 6. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Yuya Sato, Director, Innovation Management Co., Ltd. [Lecture Topics] 1. Main challenges in the field of research and development 2. Overview of research and development management 3. How to utilize "roadmaps" for formulating persuasive mid- to long-term strategies 4. How to utilize "technology portfolios" to achieve convincing resource allocation 5. "Gate management" to improve the success rate of highly innovative research and development themes 6. Integrated research and development management process 7. Q&A

Our TL Division will be exhibiting at the "Surface Treatment Processing Technology Exhibition 2026" to be held on June 26 (Friday) at the Osaka Industry Creation Center. We invite you to visit our booth to see our products and technologies. We sincerely look forward to your attendance. ■ Exhibition Name Surface Treatment Processing Technology Exhibition 2026 ■ Date June 26, 2026 (Friday) ■ Venue Osaka Industry Creation Center, 3F Market Plaza / 4F Event Hall ■ Exhibited Technology We will introduce optimal solutions for surface modification composites and ultra-hard coating removal by adding a new coating to Y-Coat, which leads the mold market. New Coating: Y-Coat Type UL Product Introduction Page