Now more than ever, the key to corporate strategy is logistics. Have you ever
sensed that the capability of systems can lag behind changes in business styles,
the economy, and society? MURATA MACHINERY identifies relevant issues from a variety
of angles and recreates logistics systems in terms of People, Facilities, and
Equipment-striking a balance resulting in comprehensive optimization. Such logistical
restructuring, or what we call "Reform" curtails Distribution costs, increases
Service levels, and raises the Competitiveness of the company.
MURATA MACHINERY diagnoses logistical problems based on its years of experience
and successes, implements reforms, and revitalizes the logistical function.
Computer and mechanical systems cannot escape obsolescence over time.
- Computer Systems
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- Shrinking of computer lifecycles (5-10 years).
- Operational problems due to discontinued maintenance service.
- Lack of availability of replacement parts and base materials.
- Costs of software upgrades when new hardware purchased.
- Mechanical Systems
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- Lifespan of equipment after aged deterioration (10-20 years).
- Increased frequency of breakdowns and malfunctions.
- Increased downtime.
- Indefinite availability of maintenance parts.
- Increased maintenance and servicing costs due to aged deterioration.
Opportunities will fail to emerge if the business cannot respond flexibly to
changes.
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- Changes in work volume.
- Changes in storage quantity.
- Increased types of goods handled.
- Changes in types of packaging.
- Increased small-lot shipments.
- Changes in operation times.
- Shortened lead times.
- Multiple-item/small quantity shipments.
- Increased red tape.
- Introduction of EDI and other types of IT.
Businesses must look five to ten years into the future, and implement reforms
(planned replacements).
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- Critical item inspection planning.
- Overhaul planning.
- Replacement planning.
- Information systems planning.
Establishing a business flow and reconstructing logistics.
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- Understanding of the business strategy Redesigning distribution systems.
- Analysis of workflow.
- Rethinking the information systems.
- Analysis of distribution data.
- Reviewing storage methods.
- Reviewing circulation of work.
- Reconstructing operations management.
- Redesigning distribution systems.
