小松製作所:企業技術生態系統系列

在小松製作所，現在以改善運用效率與提高服務功能為目的，推動各種最新技術 - IoT，雲端，AR/VR，巨量資料，無人機，3D印表機，人工智慧 (AI)，自動駕駛車，分析功能等 - 的引進。還有對應自動駕駛和遠距離操縱的人力資源的培養。同時重新評估傳統的運用模式，以工作的自動化合理化、縮短建設工作為目標。

本報告以小松製作所的DX (數位轉型)的展開情形為焦點，提供在數位化推動和革新的措施情形 - 施工機械的自動駕駛、電氣化、遠距離操縱的推動，員工主體的生產率改善運動的支援，建設現場的資料收集、分析、有效利用等 -，主要關注領域，合作夥伴企業的關聯性，近幾年的資本交易、事業聯盟的動向，今後的業績、投資預測 (ICT預算詳細內容等)等資訊，為您概述為以下內容。

目錄

• 概要
• DX (數位轉型) 策略
• 研發中心/集線器/計劃
• 技術方面的關注領域
• 企業收購
• 事業聯盟、投資、企業收購的網路地圖
• ICT預算和契約動向
• 主要經營團隊
• 關於GlobalData

Komatsu Ltd (Komatsu) is an equipment manufacturer that offers construction and mining equipment, industrial machinery, utilities, and forestry machines. The company offers engines and components, excavating and roadbed preparation equipment, loading equipment, recycling equipment, grading, hauling equipment, casting products, forestry equipment, tunneling machines, recycling equipment, industrial vehicles, logistics, and other equipment. It also provides industrial machinery like temperature control equipment, metal forging and stamping presses, machine tools, defense systems, and sheet metal machines. Komatsu serves via domestic and international sales and distribution network which includes independent distributors, subsidiaries, sales partners of jointly-owned companies across the world and affiliates. The company has expanded its manufacturing operations in Brazil, Sweden, Japan, Italy, the US, Thailand, Germany, China, the UK, Canada, and Indonesia.

The company is moving towards automating processes, electrification, deploying remote control technologies and introducing mining platforms, payload measurement solutions, Autonomous Haulage System and 3D construction retrofit kits.

Komatsu aims to strengthen the technical capabilities of its manufacturing processes by focusing on enhancing Gemba (employee-driven continuous improvement) capability using digital technologies

To improve its conventional operating model and streamline its construction processes, Komatsu is working on automating end to end construction site operations to shorten construction periods.

The report provides information and insights into Komatsu's activities, including -

• Insights of its digital transformation strategies and digital innovation programs
• Overview of technology initiatives covering partnerships, product launches, acquisitions
• Insights on each technology initiative including technology theme, objective, and benefits
• Details of estimated ICT budgets and major ICT contracts.

Scope

• Komatsu is leveraging key disruptive technologies to improve its operational efficiency and service capabilities. IoT, connectivity, cloud, augmented & virtual reality, big data, 3D printing, drones, mobile, AI, robotics, autonomous vehicles, analytics, modular construction, e-commerce and digitalization, are the key technologies under focus for the company.
• In 2019, Komatsu introduced the HITeC in Germany. The center is located near its test sites and consists of construction machinery simulators, state-of-the-art workstations, four projections screens, and virtual reality rooms.
• Komatsu Training Academy (KTA) is established to provide customized training support including recognized courses and modules, technical and management training, vocational educational courses, skill-based development programs, etc. to its construction and mining customers through online channels, on-site, or at customers' premises. It is located at Komatsu Technical Education center (KTEC), Brisbane.
• Komatsu has been investing in digital technologies, such as cloud, autonomous hauling trucks, drones and 3D modelling, and connected various construction platforms across the construction sites to collect and analyze data points, and improve its research and surveys, planning, construction management and inspections processes

Reasons to Buy

• Gain insights into Komatsu's construction operations.
• Gain insights into its construction strategies and innovation initiatives.
• Gain insights into its technology themes under focus.
• Gain insights into various product launches and partnership strategies of Komatsu Ltd.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

• Overview
• Digital Transformation Strategy
• Innovation Center/Hubs/Programs
• Technology Focus
• Technology Initiatives
• Acquisitions
• Partnership, Investment, & Acquisition Network Map
• ICT Budgets & Contracts
• Key Executives
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