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Minimizing the risk of equipment downtime! Inventory management DX implemented at NSK Ishibe Plant
NSK introduced KG ZAICO at its Ishibe Plant to manage parts inventory used in heat-treatment operations, where stable equipment operation is essential.
Previously, inventory was managed with spreadsheets, and parts shortages could lead to equipment downtime.
After evaluating several cloud systems, NSK selected KG ZAICO for its ease of use and flexibility.
Shop-floor workers can now register issuing data on the spot by scanning QR codes with smartphones, reducing manual input and errors.
With real-time inventory visibility, staff can quickly find required parts and continue work even when experienced workers are not present.
Inventory information is shared across shifts in the plant’s 24-hour operation, helping standardize work and reduce reliance on individual experience.