[Lecture Report] Funaisoken Supply Chain Consulting Speaker at April 23, 2026 Supply Chain Management Seminar

## Lecture Report: Decision Making for Supply Chain Management

Funaisoken Supply Chain Consulting Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "Funaisoken SC") participated as a special guest at the online seminar "Decision Making for Sustainable Supply Chain Management: Doubling Operating Profits through 'SCM Reform' and Protecting Businesses with 'Cybersecurity Measures'" hosted by JBCC Inc. on Thursday, April 23, 2026.

### Background of the Seminar
SCM (Supply Chain Management) reform, encompassing demand forecasting, supply-demand adjustment, and production/procurement planning, is a core issue that modern management must address as it directly impacts profitability. Failure to reform can lead to risks such as deteriorated cash flow from excess inventory and reduced operating profits due to lost sales opportunities.

Furthermore, in a globalizing and digitizing supply chain, threats such as business suspension and loss of social credibility due to cyberattacks are increasing. This seminar explained key decision-making points to create competitive advantages through the dual pillars of "Proactive SCM Reform" and "Cyber Resilience" to support business continuity.

### Seminar Program

**【Keynote Speech】**
- **Theme:** Tips for Supply Chain Decision Making: 7 Methods to Double Operating Profits via Proactive SCM Reform
- **Speaker:** Yoshizumi Nakano, Executive Officer, Funaisoken SC
- **Content:** Explained the logic for increasing operating profits and accelerating growth through SCM strengthening, the priorities for mid-sized and small enterprises, and the root causes of stockouts and excess inventory.

**【Session 1】**
- **Theme:** Management Decisions to Overcome Supply Chain Vulnerabilities: Practical Security Investment to Minimize Profit Damage
- **Speaker:** Mr. Tetsunari Kawaguchi, Security Advisor, JBCC Inc.
- **Content:** Reviewed recent cyber incident damage, and presented frameworks for effective security investment to prevent widespread business disruption and financial loss.

### Related Information
Funaisoken SC presents "7 Methods for SCM Reform" to maximize operating profits. Strategies available for immediate action by management include AI demand forecasting, weekly cycle operations, SKU reduction, and What-if scenario management.

- **Downloadable Material:** "Manufacturing SCM Reform: 7 Methods to Double Operating Profits"