Editor’s Note
This article summarizes a recent seminar by Funai Soken SC, focusing on the evolution from traditional logistics models to collaborative supply chain management. The event highlighted strategies for optimizing freight rates and ensuring transportation stability to build more resilient future supply chains.
Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Naoyuki Hashimoto; hereinafter “Funai Soken SC”) held a seminar titled “From Primary Logistics Contractor System to Co-creative SCM: Building Next-Generation Supply Chains through ‘Freight Rate Optimization’ and ‘Stable Transportation Realization'” on Monday, January 19, 2026, at the Funai Soken Group Osaka Headquarters (Inogate Osaka).
The seminar focused on the transition from traditional primary logistics contractor systems to collaborative Supply Chain Management (SCM). Key discussion points included strategies for freight rate optimization and ensuring stable transportation, which are critical for constructing resilient and efficient next-generation supply chains.
