[Data] Optimal production management system for variant and variable production "UM Process Progress"

We will clearly explain the reasons for the shift to variant and variable production, the challenges that have emerged, and the production management system "UM Process Progress" that serves as a solution.

Due to market maturity and the proliferation of social media, consumer needs have become fragmented, and trends are changing rapidly. To respond to this unpredictable market, the manufacturing industry is required to shift towards "variant-variable production," which can immediately adapt to fluctuations in "what, when, and how much is needed." In today's world, where demand forecasting is extremely difficult, it is essential to have a system that can flexibly control items and production volumes according to the situation to prevent both excess inventory and opportunity loss. Recent advancements in IoT and AI have made such complex dynamic control possible, elevating variant-variable production to a realistic survival strategy. However, this approach places a high burden on the production site. Significant challenges arise from decreased efficiency due to irregular setup changes, frequent planning adjustments, the complexity of inventory management, and an increase in human errors associated with non-standardized work. Overcoming these challenges requires an advanced management system that can capture dynamic changes on-site in real-time and reallocate resources flexibly. Considering this background, we provide a clear explanation of the production management system "UM Process Progress," which addresses these challenges. For more details, please read the materials.

Production Management System