Timely product supply through shorter distribution channels
First written in FY2016. 2 of 4 entries say "Restated". Latest entry: FY2024.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2020: 1 of 8 companies on the "Worse" side.
4 other companies' latest entry also says "Advanced".
- FY2024AdvancedAnnual report
「To improve the efficiency of logistics operations previously handled in-house, the company transferred part of the operations to 3PL (third-party logistics) providers, reducing personnel expenses related to logistics.」
As part of its efforts to improve distribution and logistics efficiency, the company transferred part of its in-house logistics operations to 3PL providers, reducing personnel expenses. - FY2018RestatedAnnual report
「The logistics function requires a flexible structure to secure the ability to supply products at the right time and in the right quantities, as well as cost competitiveness.」
The company continues to pursue a policy of using its logistics function to support timely, appropriate product supply and cost competitiveness. - FY2017RestatedAnnual report
「To further expand sales of products planned in-house, we will renovate our domestic logistics facilities and promote the development of efficient, cost-competitive logistics capabilities.」
The company continues to pursue a policy of streamlining logistics functions and supplying products at the right time and in the right quantities. - FY2016First statedAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, we will further refine our business model, which shortens the distribution chain from the factory to our group (planning, manufacturing and sales), then to retailers and consumers, strengthen our ability to provide consumers with the products they want in a timely manner, and expand the range of items we handle and our retail presence.」
The company is shortening the distribution chain from planning, manufacturing and sales through to consumers, while accelerating product supply and expanding its product range and retail presence.