ZEAL to Support NIPPA TSUUN in Building a Data Utilization Foundation for Autonomous Action Based on Data

ZEAL Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Yoshiyuki Numata; hereinafter "ZEAL"), which operates a Digital Transformation (DX) promotion business within the Avant Group, has provided support for the implementation of "Domo," an analytics platform, as part of the data utilization foundation for NIPPA TSUUN Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "NIPPA TSUUN"), aiming to promote the "democratization of data utilization." Additionally, this case study has been published.

Details of the NIPPA TSUUN Implementation Case Study

https://www.zdh.co.jp/customer/nhktrs/

▼Reasons for Choosing ZEAL

- Adoption of "Domo," an analytics platform that covers all necessary functions for data utilization, including BI, and meets stringent security requirements.

- Selection of ZEAL as a partner, evaluating its numerous implementation achievements with BI tools, high technical capabilities, and deep expertise in the logistics industry.

- Appreciation for multifaceted proposals based on data utilization needs, as well as prompt and attentive responses to consultations and questions.

▼Effects and Achievements

- Approximately 80 users from management, various departments, and branches are promoting data utilization with Domo, expanding the democratization of data.

- Data exploration, which previously took 5-10 minutes for accounting information and other data, has been reduced to zero through dashboarding.

- Dashboarding of truck safety driving records has improved employees' safety awareness.

- A dashboard for checking customer billing amounts has been built, leading to improved operational efficiency.

[Background and Challenges]

Leading the logistics operations of the NIPPA Group

As business expands to companies outside the group, data utilization is essential for future growth.

NIPPA TSUUN is responsible for the logistics functions of all companies within the NIPPA Group, centered around Nippon Hatsujo Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "Nippon Hatsujo"), a comprehensive spring manufacturer.

While the DX and data utilization are accelerating throughout the NIPPA Group, NIPPA TSUUN, in alignment with Nippon Hatsujo, has been independently exploring advanced initiatives in data utilization, anticipating the inevitability of DX in the logistics industry.

During this initiative, three main obstacles stood in the way: first, "data dispersion due to system silos"; second, "complexity of data provision and processing tasks"; and third, "increased burden from manually aggregating vast amounts of data."

[Key Points of Adoption]

Decision to implement the analytics platform "Domo"

Selected ZEAL as a supporting partner, valuing their deep knowledge of BI tools and the logistics industry, and their attentive support for users.

To address these challenges, NIPPA TSUUN embarked on building a data analysis platform.

To maximize the effective utilization of resources held by Nippon Hatsujo, "Snowflake" and "Informatica," which Nippon Hatsujo plans to introduce, were adopted for the core DWH and ETL.

Simultaneously, efforts were made to introduce a BI tool to accelerate data utilization at the operational level.

"Domo," an analytics platform that covers all necessary functions for data utilization, including BI, was adopted because it met three key requirements: "easy data reference for anyone, regardless of specialized knowledge," "intuitive operation," and "easy dashboard creation."

Domo also met the stringent security requirements stipulated within the group, such as password policies, multi-factor authentication, and ISO certification status, which were also reasons for its selection.

The reasons for selecting ZEAL as a partner to provide technical and strategic support for Domo implementation included their extensive track record and advanced technical capabilities with BI tools like Domo, as well as their deep understanding of the logistics industry. Furthermore, the clear vision of post-implementation support and their commitment to working collaboratively with a supportive approach were highly valued and became decisive factors.

[Implementation Effects and Future Outlook]

Data exploration time reduced from 10 minutes to zero, contributing to the promotion of safety management and improvement of work quality.

Approximately 80 users from management, various departments, and branches are promoting data utilization with Domo, and the introduction of Domo has brought about dramatic changes in NIPPA TSUUN's data utilization.

The first effect is a significant reduction in work time. Search operations for accounting information and performance data, which previously took 5-10 minutes, are now completed simply by opening a Domo dashboard. This is helping to create an environment where employees can focus on higher value-added tasks, such as planning DX initiatives.

The second effect is the improvement of safety awareness at the operational level. By establishing a system to visualize and distribute safe driving records to managers and others within the department, the goal of zero accidents has become more tangible, leading to increased awareness of safe driving practices daily. Additionally, new employees have the opportunity to contribute by engaging in dashboard construction themselves, utilizing Domo in their practical work.

NIPPA TSUUN has taken a significant step towards "data democratization," where employees can make autonomous judgments and take actions based on data, with Domo as the starting point. They continue to expect ZEAL's prompt support, as well as the sharing of success stories from other companies and advice and proposals to promote data utilization.

Details of the NIPPA TSUUN Implementation Case Study

https://www.zdh.co.jp/customer/nhktrs/

Going forward, ZEAL will continue to leverage its over 30 years of experience and expertise in the data utilization field to contribute to improving customer corporate value as a partner supporting DX realization, while aiming to create a society where everyone can utilize data and benefit from it.

[About ZEAL Co., Ltd.]

ZEAL Co., Ltd. provides end-to-end services with cutting-edge technology and expertise across all project stages, including DX strategy formulation consulting, data infrastructure construction, advanced data utilization support centered on AI, and co-creation support for in-house development. They support companies in promoting digital transformation and data-driven management. Their proprietary products include the cloud-based data analytics platform "ZEUSCloud," "ZEAL DX-Learning Room" for DX human resource development support, the open data utilization service "CO-ODE," and the AI SaaS "STORYAI." ZEAL is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Avant Co., Ltd., listed on the Prime Market of the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Company Name: ZEAL Co., Ltd.

Established: July 2012

Representative: Yoshiyuki Numata, President and CEO

URL: https://www.zdh.co.jp/

Main Business: Development, license sales, consulting services, and support services for business solution packages, etc.

Head Office Location: Gotanda JP Building 11F, 8-4-13 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo

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Sapporo Office: 11-15-4 Kita 5-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

[About Avant Group]

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