Lean Production and Manufacturing Efficiency Improvements Adapted to Demand Fluctuations
First written in FY2016. 17 of 29 entries say "Advanced", first in FY2017. Latest entry: 2026-05-12.
- 2026-05-12AdvancedEarnings
「Although productivity improvements had an effect in response to these demand trends, operating profit decreased year on year.」
The effect of productivity improvements was evident in response to lower demand for devices, but operating profit was below the prior-year level. - FY2025AdvancedAnnual report
「During the fiscal year, net sales declined year on year due to lower tablet demand, but efficiency and productivity improved through measures implemented in advance, including a review of the production structure, and operating profit increased year on year.」
In the Device business, as tablet demand declined, efficiency and productivity improved through a review of the production structure, and operating profit was ¥213 million, up 18.5% year on year. - FY2025-H1AdvancedAnnual report
「Although efficiency and productivity improved through a review of the production structure and other measures, net sales and operating profit declined year on year. Consolidated net sales for the interim period were ¥2,975 million, down 18.0% year on year, while segment profit (operating profit) was ¥110 million, down 41.4%.」
In the Device business, efficiency and productivity improved through a review of the production structure, but net sales and operating profit fell below the previous year’s levels due to lower demand. - FY2024AdvancedAnnual report
「During the fiscal year, demand for tablets and business-use terminals, which had been sluggish in the previous fiscal year, recovered. These demand trends resulted in higher net sales year on year, and operating profit returned to positive territory.」
In the Device business, demand for tablets and business-use terminals recovered, resulting in net sales of ¥6,754 million and segment profit of ¥180 million, with a return to profitability from an operating loss in the previous fiscal year. - FY2024-H1AdvancedAnnual report
「During the interim period, demand for tablets, which had been sluggish in the previous fiscal year, entered its peak season and showed strong momentum, while product demand for business-use terminals, which had also been sluggish in the previous fiscal year, recovered. These demand trends resulted in year-on-year increases in net sales and operating profit. Consolidated net sales for the interim period were ¥3,627 million, up 30.3% year on year, while segment profit (operating profit) was ¥187 million, compared with a segment loss (operating loss) of ¥120 million in the same period of the previous year.」
The recovery in demand for tablets and business-use terminals continued during the interim period, with Device net sales up 30.3% and a change from an operating loss of ¥120 million in the same period of the previous year to operating profit of ¥187 million. - FY2024-Q1Recovery in demand for tablets and business-use terminals and return to profitabilityAnnual report
「During the first 3 months of the fiscal year, demand for tablets, which had been sluggish in the previous fiscal year, entered its peak season, while product demand for business-use terminals, which had also been sluggish in the previous fiscal year, recovered. These demand trends resulted in year-on-year increases in net sales and operating profit. Consolidated net sales for the first 3 months were ¥1,657 million, up 11.9% year on year, while segment profit (operating profit) was ¥43 million, compared with a segment loss (operating loss) of ¥87 million in the same period of the previous year.」
Demand for tablets and business-use terminals, which had been sluggish in the previous fiscal year, recovered, and the Device business changed from an operating loss in the same period of the previous year to operating profit of ¥43 million. - FY2023Full-year sluggish demand for tablets and business-use terminals and shift to an operating lossAnnual report
「During the fiscal year, product demand for tablets and business-use terminals declined significantly due in part to the end of COVID-related special demand, resulting in year-on-year declines in net sales and operating profit. Consolidated net sales for the fiscal year were ¥5,486 million, down 31.4% year on year, while the segment loss (operating loss) was ¥158 million, compared with segment profit (operating profit) of ¥829 million in the previous fiscal year.」
The decline in demand for tablets and business-use terminals following the end of COVID-related special demand was reflected in full-year results, with the Device business recording a 31.4% decline in net sales and an operating loss of ¥158 million. - FY2023-Q3Sharp decline in demand for tablets and business-use terminalsAnnual report
「During the first 9 months of the fiscal year, product demand for tablets and business-use terminals declined significantly due in part to the end of COVID-related special demand, resulting in year-on-year declines in net sales and operating profit. Consolidated net sales for the first 9 months were ¥4,099 million, down 28.4% year on year, while the segment loss (operating loss) was ¥153 million, compared with segment profit (operating profit) of ¥654 million in the same period of the previous year.」
The significant decline in demand for tablets and business-use terminals following the end of COVID-related special demand continued, and the Device business changed from operating profit in the same period of the previous year to an operating loss of ¥153 million, with net sales down 28.4%. - FY2023-Q2Continued sluggish demand for tablets and industrial terminalsAnnual report
「During the first 6 months of the fiscal year, product demand for tablets and industrial terminals remained sluggish due in part to the end of stay-at-home demand, resulting in a year-on-year decline in net sales. In addition to demand trends, operating profit declined year on year due to the worsening product mix.」
Sluggish demand for tablets and industrial terminals continued, and the Device business recorded net sales of ¥2,784 million and a segment loss of ¥120 million. - FY2023-Q1Sluggish demand for tablets and logistics terminalsAnnual report
「During the first 3 months of the fiscal year, product demand for tablets and industrial terminals remained sluggish following the end of stay-at-home demand, resulting in a year-on-year decline in net sales. Operating profit also declined year on year due to lower demand and the worsening product mix. Consolidated net sales for the first 3 months were ¥1,480 million, down 7.2% year on year, while the segment loss (operating loss) was ¥87 million, compared with segment profit (operating profit) of ¥142 million in the same period of the previous year.」
In the Device business, sluggish demand for tablets and industrial terminals and a worsening product mix drove a 7.2% decline in net sales and a change from operating profit to an operating loss of ¥87 million. - FY2022Full-year smartphone contraction, expansion in peripheral demandAnnual report
「During the fiscal year, demand for products for industrial terminals, mobility applications and gas sensors expanded, while smartphone product demand contracted significantly. As a result, net sales and operating profit declined year on year.」
In the Device business, the significant contraction in smartphone demand was reflected in full-year results, while demand for industrial terminals, mobility applications and gas sensors expanded. - FY2022-Q3Smartphone contraction, tablet recoveryAnnual report
「During the first 9 months of the fiscal year, demand for products for industrial terminals and gas sensors expanded, while smartphone product demand contracted and demand for some products weakened due to supply constraints, including semiconductor shortages. As a result, net sales and operating profit declined year on year. Consolidated net sales for the first 9 months were ¥5,724 million, down 26.7% year on year, while segment profit (operating profit) was ¥659 million, down 48.0%.」
In the Device business, demand for industrial terminals and gas sensors expanded, but some demand weakened due to the contraction in smartphone demand and supply constraints, leaving net sales and operating profit below the previous year’s levels. - FY2022-Q2Supply constraints and demand contraction continuedAnnual report
「During the first 6 months of the fiscal year, smartphone product demand remained below the previous year’s level, while demand for the company’s tablet products weakened due to supply constraints, including semiconductor shortages. Consolidated net sales for the first 6 months were ¥3,359 million, down 36.0% year on year, while segment profit (operating profit) was ¥372 million, down 56.7%.」
In the Device business, the contraction in smartphone demand and weakness in tablet demand due to semiconductor shortages continued, resulting in significant year-on-year declines in net sales and segment profit. - FY2022-Q1Decline in Device demand due to supply constraintsAnnual report
「During the first 3 months of the fiscal year, smartphone product demand contracted year on year, while demand for the company’s products for tablets declined due to supply constraints, including semiconductor shortages.」
In the Device business, product demand declined due to the contraction in smartphone demand and supply constraints, including semiconductor shortages. - FY2021-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「During the first 9 months of the fiscal year, smartphone product demand entered a declining phase in the second half, while strong demand continued for tablets and other products. Production leveling supported by sustained product demand and improvements in the earnings structure bore fruit, driving a significant year-on-year increase in operating profit. Consolidated net sales for the first 9 months were ¥7,807 million, up 7.3% year on year, while segment profit (operating profit) was ¥1,262 million, up 108.7%.」
Although smartphone demand entered a declining phase, production leveling supported by continued demand for tablets and other products, along with improvements in the earnings structure, was reflected in profit. The Device business recorded net sales of ¥7,807 million and segment profit of ¥1,262 million. - FY2021-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「During the first 6 months of the fiscal year, smartphone product demand remained firm without the sharp seasonal decline, while strong demand continued for tablets and industrial terminals, resulting in a significant year-on-year increase in net sales. Production leveling supported by sustained product demand and improvements in the earnings structure contributed to a significant year-on-year increase in operating profit. Consolidated net sales for the first 6 months were ¥5,252 million, up 29.4% year on year, while segment profit (operating profit) was ¥857 million, up 667.6%.」
In the Device business, production leveling supported by sustained demand and improvements in the earnings structure contributed to net sales of ¥5,252 million and segment profit of ¥857 million. - FY2021-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「In addition to increased product demand, the effects of production leveling and measures to strengthen earnings power implemented in the previous fiscal year contributed to a significant year-on-year improvement in operating profit. Consolidated net sales for the first 3 months were ¥2,552 million, up 30.6% year on year, while segment profit (operating profit) was ¥384 million, up 131.7%.」
In the Device business, production leveling, measures to strengthen earnings power and increased demand contributed to net sales of ¥2,552 million and segment profit of ¥384 million. - FY2020AdvancedAnnual report
「Although one-time costs related to measures to strengthen earnings power were incurred in the first half, full-year operating profit improved significantly due to the effects of those measures, increased product demand, and improved production efficiency resulting from stable demand.」
Measures to strengthen earnings power, increased demand and improved production efficiency from stable demand were reflected in full-year profit improvement, and the Device business changed from an operating loss to segment profit of ¥1,013 million. - FY2020-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「During the first 9 months of the fiscal year, demand for the core smartphone and tablet products remained firm in the first half and entered its peak demand season in the second half. Demand for products for game consoles and industrial terminals related to logistics also remained firm. In addition to the effects of measures to strengthen earnings power, increased product demand drove an expansion in operating profit. Consolidated net sales for the first 9 months were ¥7,274 million, up 6.8% year on year, while segment profit (operating profit) was ¥605 million, compared with a segment loss (operating loss) of ¥180 million in the same period of the previous year.」
In the Device business, the arrival of the peak demand season and the effects of measures to strengthen earnings power drove a change from an operating loss in the same period of the previous year to operating profit of ¥605 million. - FY2020-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「Although one-time costs related to measures to strengthen earnings power were recorded, operating results turned profitable due to the effects of increased product demand and cost improvements. Consolidated net sales for the first 6 months were ¥4,059 million, up 15.0% year on year, while segment profit (operating profit) was ¥112 million, compared with a segment loss (operating loss) of ¥456 million in the same period of the previous year.」
In the Device business, increased product demand and the effects of cost improvements drove a change from an operating loss in the same period of the previous year to operating profit of ¥112 million. - FY2020-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「During the first 3 months of the fiscal year, cost improvements progressed, including reductions in variable labor costs in response to seasonal demand declines. Although the impact of COVID-19 was seen in some areas, product demand for the core smartphone and tablet applications remained firm. Consolidated net sales for the first 3 months were ¥1,954 million, up 16.4% year on year, while segment profit (operating profit) was ¥166 million, compared with a segment loss (operating loss) of ¥209 million in the same period of the previous year.」
Cost improvements, including reductions in variable labor costs, progressed, and the Device business changed from an operating loss in the same period of the previous year to operating profit of ¥166 million. - FY2019-Q3Demand recovery still fell short of expectationsAnnual report
「During the first 9 months of the fiscal year, product demand entered an expansion phase in the third quarter, but smartphone product demand fell short of initial expectations, weighing on business earnings.」
In the Device business, demand expanded in the third quarter, but smartphone demand fell short of expectations, and pressure on production and earnings continued. - FY2019-Q2Decline in production operating ratesAnnual report
「During the first 6 months of the fiscal year, smartphone product demand fell short of initial expectations, reducing utilization in the production divisions and weighing on business earnings. Consolidated net sales for the first 6 months were ¥3,346 million, up 4.5% year on year, while EBITDA was negative ¥202 million, compared with negative ¥159 million in the same period of the previous year, and the segment loss (operating loss) was ¥350 million.」
The production structure intended to address demand fluctuations continued to be affected by smartphone demand falling short of expectations and lower utilization, and the Device business loss widened year on year. - FY2018AdvancedAnnual report
「Meanwhile, business profitability improved significantly year on year due to higher production yields and other factors. Consolidated net sales for the fiscal year were ¥12,354 million, up 11.2% year on year, EBITDA was ¥1,444 million, up 32.6%, and segment profit (operating profit) was ¥1,149 million, up 83.9%.」
Improved production yields were reflected in better profitability in the Device business, with net sales, EBITDA and segment profit all increasing year on year. - FY2018-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「During the first 9 months of the fiscal year, demand for the core smartphone products shifted to an expansion trend from July onward, and business earnings improved on the back of strong production yields. Consolidated net sales for the first 9 months were ¥8,004 million, up 15.7% year on year, EBITDA was ¥641 million, up 40.1%, and segment profit (operating profit) was ¥417 million, up 269.9%.」
In addition to the recovery in smartphone demand, improved production yields were reflected in business earnings, resulting in Device net sales of ¥8,004 million and segment profit of ¥417 million. - FY2017-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「During the first 6 months of the fiscal year, demand for products for smartphones, tablets and game consoles remained firm across the board. However, costs increased, including those related to establishing a production structure to meet strong demand. Consolidated net sales for the first 6 months were ¥5,529 million, up 170.4% year on year, while segment profit (operating profit) was ¥191 million, compared with a segment loss (operating loss) of ¥1 million in the same period of the previous year.」
Progress was made in establishing a production structure to meet strong Device demand, and capital expenditures for the first 6 months were ¥776 million. The company disclosed increased costs associated with preparing the production structure, along with net sales of ¥5,529 million and segment profit of ¥191 million. - FY2017AdvancedAnnual report
「During the fiscal year, demand for products for smartphones, tablets and game consoles remained firm across the board, but upfront costs increased, including those related to establishing a production structure to meet strong demand. Consolidated net sales for the fiscal year were ¥9,720 million, up 186.3% year on year, while segment profit (operating profit) was ¥702 million, up 1,011.4%.」
Progress was made in establishing a production structure to meet strong Device demand, resulting in net sales of ¥9,720 million and segment profit of ¥702 million. The expansion of production capacity and its contribution to results have been confirmed. - FY2017AdvancedAnnual report
「During the fiscal year, the functions of the Tsu Plant for industrial materials were consolidated at the Koka Plant. Construction is under way to make the Tsu Plant a Device production base in response to growing demand, while Nissha Technology Center KYOTO (provisional name) is under construction at the Kyoto head office.」
The company is consolidating industrial materials facilities, converting the Tsu Plant into a Device production base, and constructing a technology center, thereby putting in place the foundations for its production structure and the development of new businesses and products. - FY2016First statedAnnual report
「The core Device business established a lean production structure capable of adapting to demand fluctuations and worked to improve production efficiency, driving company-wide profit.」
The company presented a lean production structure and efficiency improvements as measures to address fluctuations in Device demand.