Furthermore, a newly developed cloud-based system enables to trace the IDs assigned to parts through their distribution channels. From the beginning of
Customers can be easily verified the authenticity of their parts with an assured warranty.
Situation of authenticity verification by a service mechanic
The new Parts labels leverage
In
By FY2022, we will use the information contained in the QR code to determine optimal transportation methods and inventory locations based on the weight and dimensions of components, and use it for parts stocktaking, actual products control, and supply operations. Through these and other measures, we aim to deepen our value chain business by improving the efficiency of parts distribution.
Main features of the new Parts labels
1. Authenticity verification of parts with smartphone
The authenticity verification of parts used to require our dedicated device to check the hologram on each part label. Now, with the new Parts labels, the authenticity verification can be easily done with smartphone by connecting to the dedicated website, activate its camera and read the QR code of the Part label. When the part's ID is legitimate, it is judged as 'This part is authentic.' If the ID is legitimate but the QR code has been read more than a certain number of times, it is judged as questionable and the verification count is displayed on the screen as a warning. If the ID is non-existent, a warning message 'This part may not be authentic!' is displayed on the screen.
A hologram is printed on the rightmost field of the Parts label to prevent counterfeiting.
New Parts label and smartphone screen displays (for reference)
2.Strengthen traceability of service parts
QR code of the new parts label is read before they are shipped to the domestic and overseas parts depots. With this change, shipping records associated with the part IDs are cloud-stored, which enables management of individual parts information. In addition, we intend to manage inbound and outbound records of parts at domestic and overseas depots starting in 2023. This will help us establish traceability of legal distribution channels.
Trademark notes
QR code is a registered trademark of
ID-NEX is a registered trademark of
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