Community and Living initiatives
A Strong and Sustainable Supply Chain
Improving quality throughout the supply chain
We are striving to improve efficiency and quality across the entire supply chain, as we believe that inefficiency, waste, and inconsistency in food distribution leads to food loss and increased CO2 emissions. In addition to reducing inventories by introducing an order receipt/placement system that incorporates AI-based demand forecasting, we are encouraging the use of machine automation at distribution warehouses, where the labor environment is demanding and securing workers is a major challenge. Through the use of the system, we are also promoting the optimization of transportation and delivery routes and improving the efficiency of all processes in the transportation and delivery field.
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Transport Management System
<TMS>FY2022: Achieving optimal vehicle dispatch by introducing TMS
(Application to other companies’ vehicles are also being considered)
- Types of information that can be obtained
- Current location, delivery completion status
- Travel route, section of toll roads used
- Travel period, stoppage time, number of loaded items
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Remote monitoring system
Improving efficiency of center management
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Transshipment automation
<Depalletizer>Reduction of heavy labor load at freezer warehouse
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Improving efficiency of subdividing work <Multi-pick>
Improving efficiency of complicated warehouse picking of subdivided items
Providing Stable Distribution
Mitsubishi Shokuhin has formulated a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) so that, in the event of a disaster, we can ensure smooth initial responses and business continuity, as well as fulfill our responsibility to continue providing customers with products. In particular, we have established guidelines for the operation and maintenance of distribution centers, which are particularly important in the event of a disaster, and have designated the sharing of products with customers as a priority business as well as set up backup DCs* in advance for operations, all while ensuring that human life (safety) remains our top priority.
In addition, we are working hard to ensure business continuity by installing emergency power supplies at 19 major locations nationwide and concluding fuel supply contracts in case of emergencies.
Initiatives for Regional Revitalization
We, Mitsubishi shokuhin, are committed to contributing to the realization of a sustainable society through food business and simultaneously addressing Key Sustainability Issues (Materiality).
Furthermore, under our management plan ‘MS Vision 2030,’ we are dedicated to creating and expanding products and services that address regional issues. We are focused on advancing our efforts towards a sustainable society.
01Conclusion of
comprehensive
partnership
agreement
with Hiroshima Prefecture
Mitsubishi Shokuhin and Hiroshima Prefecture concluded a comprehensive partnership agreement on March 30, 2023 with the aim of improving services for citizens of the prefecture and revitalizing the local community.
We will work together to improve services for the citizens of Hiroshima Prefecture in various fields and to further revitalize the local community in Hiroshima Prefecture.
【Cooperation Matters】
- Sales promotion of prefectural products
- Dissemination of prefectural government information and tourism promotion
- Disaster Prevention in the Community
- Regional disaster prevention
- Regional safety and security
- Environmental measures and recycling
- Women's active participation and work style reform
- Measures against declining birthrate, childcare support, youth development
- Support for the elderly and disabled
- Health promotion and dietary education
- Education・Things related to the promotion of culture
- Other matters related to improving prefectural services and revitalizing local communities
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02Conclusion of partnership agreement with Choshi City on regional revitalization through Food
The city of Choshi in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture (Choshi City) , Choshi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Mitsubishi Shokuhin signed a partnership agreement on June 26, 2023, with the aim of further revitalization and sustainable development of the Choshi area.
We will promote close collaboration and cooperation in the field of food supply chain.
Mitsubishi Shokuhin will contribute to the realization of a sustainable society by spreading the attractiveness of Choshi City throughout Japan and revitalize the region with its comprehensive capabilities in the food distribution industry.
【Scope of Partnership】
- Matters related to improving the attractiveness of Choshi and expanding sales channels and promotion
- Matters related to product development utilizing agricultural and marine products produced in Choshi
- Matters related to send out information about Choshi
- Matters related to food initiatives that contribute to solve regional issues
- Matters related to the revitalization of the region, such as the tourism promotion and the increase in the population involved
- Other matters necessary to achieve the objectives of this agreement
Mitsubishi Shokuhin sales personnel and Choshi food manufacturer
03Conclusion of comprehensivepartnershio agreement with Ehime Prefecture
On June 20, 2024, Mitsubishi Shokuhin Co., Ltd. and Ehime Prefecture signed a comprehensive partnership agreement aimed at expanding distribution channels and promoting Ehime-produced food products, as well as enhancing the promotion of Ehime through food.
By fostering close collaboration across various fields, we will promote activities that effectively utilize the resources of both parties. This cooperation aims to revitalize the economy within Ehime Prefecture and enhance services for its residents.
【Cooperation Matters】
- Expansion of distribution channels and promotion of Ehime-produced products
- Enhancing and promoting the appeal of Ehime Prefecture
- Product development utilizing Ehime Prefecture’s specialty products
- Matters related to the realization of sustainable local community
- Regional revitalization and the improvement of services for residents
04Hokkaido Food Meister
"Hokkaido Food Meister" is a certification issued by Sapporo Chamber of Commerce and Industry with the aim of acquiring correct knowledge of food ingredients harvested and produced in Hokkaido.
It further requires to apply the learned knowledge to one's own dietary habits, deepening understanding of health and food culture, and communicating "Hokkaido's food ingredients" to a wide audience.
As of November 2023, 37 employees of Mitsubishi Shokuhin Hokkaido Branch Office obtained this certification.
Mitsubishi Shokuhin Hokkaido Branch Office also established "Hokkaido Product Promotion Unit" in April 2023 and train employees as "Hokkaido professionals" to promote product development and sales promotion planning.
05Nagasaki Remote Islands Regional Development
Mitsubishi Shokuhin has been a member of the Association for Remote Islands Promotion and Regional Development since its establishment.The association aims to make Japan a prosperous "food archipelago" and strives to promote remote islands and the regional food resources.
Mitsubishi Shokuhin has been expanding sales of the regional food products of remote islands of Nagasaki Prefecture.
