Success story: Yazaki increases efficiency with RFID technology from Data Elektronik

The challenge: Transparency in logistics for global production

Yazaki, the world's largest manufacturer of wire harnesses for the automotive industry, faced a significant challenge. At its European and North African sites, 12 million returnable transport items (RTIs) move through highly automated production and logistics processes every day. However, the previous solution, which was based on barcodes, was unable to provide the necessary transparency. The lack of real-time information about the exact location and content of the RTIs led to inefficient inventory control and limited optimization of logistics processes.

The solution: Unique digital identities with RFID

To overcome this challenge, Yazaki turned to us as the leading system integrator for digital transformation in logistics. In collaboration with RFID specialist Avery Dennison, Data Elektronik developed a customized solution: each RTI received an intelligent RFID label with a unique digital identity. Strategically placed RFID scanners capture this information in real time and feed it into the central SAP system, which is controlled by Data Elektronik's RCOM Gateway middleware.

The results: Increasing efficiency and reducing costs with state-of-the-art technology

The implementation of RFID technology has brought Yazaki numerous measurable benefits:

- Maximum accuracy: with an accuracy of over 99.8%, the RFID solution enables exact tracking of each RTI, including its content and location. This led to a significant improvement in inventory control and a significant reduction in errors and losses.

- Process optimization: Automated RFID gates immediately detect if a container has been accidentally positioned incorrectly, allowing for quick correction. This has minimized production interruptions and increased efficiency.

- Valuable real-time insights: The real-time data enables management to monitor the entire production flow, optimize production times and continuously improve logistics processes. The increased transparency led to more informed decisions and optimized use of resources.

Why Data Elektronik is the ideal partner

The successful implementation of this complex RFID solution shows why Data Elektronik is the preferred partner for companies looking to digitally transform their logistics processes. By working closely with Yazaki, Data Elektronik was able to deliver a customized solution that not only increases efficiency but also supports the sustainability of production. 

Your path to efficiency - together with Data Elektronik

The collaboration with Data Elektronik has enabled Yazaki to achieve a new level of efficiency and transparency in their logistics processes through the use of RFID technology. This project is an impressive example of how companies can gain a competitive advantage by digitizing their processes.