Reusable Transport Items (RTI) Management System
By tracking inventory information on various transport items using RFID, the system locates and efficiently manages the items.
Summary
In response to the call for reduced environmental loads, reusable containers are increasingly replacing disposable cartons. But even the total number of reusable containers will continue to increase and push up costs unexpectedly unless they are properly managed. Consequently, with a view to efficiently using such reusable containers (transport items), MTI has developed a system, which is already widely on the market, that automatically locates transport items using RFID and automatically keeps track of their inventory information.
CAYOI formulates the optimal service configuration for each customer and is working to conform to SOA (*1) and EPCIS (EPCglobal standards). It can be flexibly implemented in a wide range of options from multiple sites to a single cross-dock operation.
With its enhanced analyzing function, the system analyzes collected performance data and provides information that can help improve business operations.
- *1 SOA (Service Oriented Architecture) is an idea or concept for packaging computer software functions into independent "service" units and designing a system by combining those units.
Features
Gate-reader functions, handheld-reader functions, and analyzing functions are provided as standard capabilities.
The system can efficiently manage reusable transport items (RTI) by automatically aggregating the items by both destination and RTI type - using check-up functions for each supplier and each RTI, and so preventing mis-shipments - and by employing unrestricted location settings and management.
Several consoles are available to perform the analyzing function, including a stagnation console, a lead-time console, and an inventory console. Additions of display items and layout alteration are possible as required.
By defining individual service as the basic unit, we can readily construct a functional configuration by putting together individual services in a combination that meets the needs of each customer.
Typical Cases
- Introduction of the system in an overseas office of a major Japanese auto manufacturer.
- Multiple inquiries regarding KD racks have been received from major auto manufacturers.
FAQ
- Q: What are the possible advantages of using the system?
- A: Analyzing the outside stagnation time and lead-time makes it possible to quicken the turnover rate, reduce over-stocking, and prevent improper secondary use by suppliers. It also avoids unnecessary occasional transfers resulting from uneven stocking. These advantages are expected to help reduce costs and enhance suppliers' awareness of their responsibilities.
- Q: When we hear about a package, we have the impression that we must adapt our business to the package format. Can we expect more flexibility, including adaptability to function enhancement in the future?
- A: CAYOI is a group of services tailored to each individual customer. It is very flexible, and not fixed. Customers can choose the necessary services, recombine, or change them as needed. We will continue our efforts to further enrich our services so that customers can fully utilize our best practices.
- Q: The key point of RFID would be reading accuracy; what are your plans in this regard?
- A: Customers can use our RFID Testing Facilities at MTI TOKYO LAB to verify new devices at implementation, or to improve performance after implementation. In response to our customers' needs, we can make proposals regarding which RFID and reader/antenna should be used for reading, and what speed is needed when passing the gate to ensure optimal reading accuracy.
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For Additional Information
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