eBASE to Launch 'eB-PDM (Cost Calculation)' Total Cost Management System Integrated with Integrated Product Database

eBASE Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Osaka; President: Takao Iwata) has developed 'eB-PDM (Cost Calculation),' a total cost management system that visualizes costs during the product planning and development stages for the manufacturing industry. The service will launch in July 2026, primarily targeting consumer goods manufacturers (food, daily necessities) and various other manufacturing sectors.

Leveraging the integrated product information database 'eBASE,' this system enables precise calculation of both manufacturing and total costs. It supports all transaction types: build-to-stock for in-house brands, OEM production, and build-to-order for custom items. It aids in QCD (Quality, Cost, Delivery) improvement through integrated product management and coordination with core production management systems.

Notably, the system has been adopted by JR Central Retailing Plus (JR-PLUS), a member of the JR Central Group. It will be utilized in the product development and manufacturing operations for lunch boxes (Bento), rice balls, and sandwiches sold at station shops along the Tokaido Shinkansen and conventional lines.

### Key Features of eB-PDM (Cost Calculation)
1. **Integrated Management with Product Information:** Directly references raw material data registered in existing systems like eB-foods, minimizing the need for new master data construction during implementation.
2. **Support for Diverse Business Models:** Automatically calculates total costs, including SG&A expenses such as delivery and storage fees, in addition to manufacturing costs (materials, labor, and overhead).
3. **QCD Improvement through System Integration:** Cost data finalized in eB-PDM can be linked to ERP and production management systems to achieve consistent data flow from planning to manufacturing.

### Business Processes Covered
The system covers four key steps: 'New Product Planning/Estimation,' 'Total Cost Calculation,' 'Profitability Evaluation,' and 'Cost Improvement Activities.' This allows users to complete the entire cycle from target cost setting to actual evaluation on a single platform.

### Background and Objectives
In manufacturing, a significant portion of product costs is determined during the planning phase. Therefore, accurate initial calculation is essential. eB-PDM addresses challenges such as fluctuating raw material prices and information silos by providing centralized, data-driven cost management.