Automotive Supply Chain
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Customer-Supplied Material Management(CSM) in Japan’s Automotive Industry:FOC vs. Chargeable CSM Explained
A practical guide to Customer-Supplied Material (CSM) management in Japan’s automotive industry. Learn the differences between Free-of-Charge and Chargeable CSM models, risk sharing, and best practices for OEM–supplier collaboration. Continue reading
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Essential: The 3-Step Ordering Process Every Automotive Supplier Should Know
Forecast, firm order, and delivery instruction are not merely operational steps—they form the management infrastructure of Japan’s automotive supply chain. Continue reading

