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Implementation of Project G at Komatsu Ltd. by
Focusing on SustainabilityChad Moore, Sana Makkani, Jessi Keavney
Brenau University
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Background• Mr. Katada introduced a new bottom up leadership style in late
1980’s that fostered creativity• Project G: Growth, Global, Groupwide• New corporate slogan: “The Earth Company, Unlimited”
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FactsHistory of Appreciating Yen
- Source: Case Analysis Coach
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Facts• Stagnating Construction Industry:
• The global unit demand for bulldozers dramatically decreased since 1987, with a % yearly change of -4% in 1989 and -18% in 1990
• Global demand for hydraulic excavators declined as well with a negative 3% yearly change in 1990
• In 1991, 63% of Komatsu’s sales came from construction equipment
- Source: Case Analysis Coach
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Facts
- Source: Case Analysis Coach
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What is the Core Problem for Komatsu in 1991?
How does Mr. Katada mitigate risk whileimplementing Project G (growing globally and
groupwide)? What should be his specific course of action short-term, medium-term, and long-term?
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What are Komatsu’s Secondary Problems?
How does Mr. Katada keep the momentum and motivation going withKomatsu’s employees?
How does Mr. Katada integrate the international subsidiaries into Komatsu’s shared mission and vision?
What should Komatsu focus on as an overriding and cohesive theme?
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Constraints and Limiting Factors• Diminishing economy within construction industry• Limited capital• Scarce natural resources – price volatility on commodities and energy• Narrow time period to react to external pressures• Foreign exchange rate risk• Competitive risk• Supply chain risk• Regulatory threats• International tax laws• Geographic risk – vulnerable to natural disasters• Political threats
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What is Sustainability?
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Why is Sustainability Important for Komatsu?
Sustainability is not just a fad. According to a study conducted by MIT’s Sloan School of Management, 28% of survey respondents believe that sustainability is a permanent and core strategic consideration and 42%
say that it is on the agenda to stay (Brokaw, 2012).According to research in 2014 by McKinsey & Co., the value at stake
related to sustainability challenges could be as high as 25-70% of EBITDA because of restrictions on license to operate, reputational
harm, rising operation costs, and supply chain disruptions.
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Why is Sustainability Important for Komatsu?
• Mitigate regulatory threats and avoid costly penalties• Lessen political pressure from foreign governments• Reduce costs (recycled materials) and lower cost of capital (risk control)• Create goodwill and improve general public perception• Align with Japanese attitudes about environmental conservation• Differentiate Komatsu from it’s competitors and drive eco-friendly growth
through new green product offerings
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Recycling / Waste Reduction
• The construction industry produces a quarter of total waste each year, of which up to 13% is delivered and unused (Quinn, 2008).• Procurement - use recycled plastic and metal components• Manufacturing - Re-use water in production of steel with less stringent
standards - does not have to be fresh, drinkable water; high efficiency lighting; cut stand-by electricity; use heat-insulating paint on roofs; eliminate wood-framed packaging by switching to steel reusable pallets• Office - Institute paperless business transactions• Logistics - minimize transportation cost and conserve fuel by locating
factories near resources and concentrated near consumer markets
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Noise Pollution• Improve quality of life and contribute to a more peaceful
environment• Safety – reduce hearing loss of factory and on-site workers
-Source: Komatsu
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Emissions• The use of non-renewable energy contributes to climate change
through the production of carbon dioxide emissions.• Environmental regulation compliance: proactively avoid costly fines
and penalties
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Renewable Energy• Wind turbines• Water energy (hydropower)• Solar power• Types of Fuel - hybrid
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How Does Technology Fit Into Sustainability?
• Technologically advanced construction equipment and systems can promote ease of use to the consumer.• Innovations can make construction more efficient, reduce noise and
emissions, and provide alternate sources of renewable energy.• Technology in design of factories can help to reduce time and cost in
manufacturing products.
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Possible Solutions to Komatsu’s Problems Focusing on
Sustainability1. Diversify with separate divisions and stand alone product lines
(technology, robotics, plastics, metals, energy, recycling) and concentrate on smaller, lighter equipment.
• Minimize reliance solely on construction industry• Create vertical integration in the supply chain – maintain control over quality
throughout entire process• Utilize transfer pricing models to reduce price fluctuations on supplies
-Shinohara, 1989
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Possible Solutions to Komatsu’s Problems Focusing on
Sustainability2. Expand globally by evaluating potential mergers, acquisitions,
OEM agreements, and partnerships with companies that are currently experts in their respective industries.
• Reduce exchange rate risk• Decrease transportation and freight costs• Minimize threat of natural disasters• Create synergy• Generate economies of scale
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Possible Solutions to Komatsu’s Problems Focusing on
Sustainability3. Invest in research and development and expand marketing
budgets to focus on green, innovative products.• Komatsu needs to be able to quickly and proactively adjust to changing global
conditions and reduce the time to market for new, cutting edge products to become the leader in its industries• Conduct market analysis and surveys to determine the needs and wants of
consumers• Technologically advanced and eco-friendly products can save money for both
the company AND customers
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Possible Solutions to Komatsu’s Problems Focusing on
Sustainability4. Set an appropriate tone at the top and capitalize on teamwork
within Komatsu to generate innovative ideas and solutions that advance technology while conserving scarce resources.
• Employees have sense of ownership, which improves morale• Collaboration will generate more ideas than top down initiatives• Encouraging brainstorm sessions at all levels and all departments within the
organization will uncover hidden vulnerabilities• Accountability – tie performance appraisals to sustainability targets• Utilize Enterprise Risk Management techniques within small groups to
intuitively rank risks according to probability and severity of consequences
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RecommendationsShort-term:• Ensure that the momentum of excitement is not lost by celebrating small
victories throughout Komatsu• Continue to engage employees by forming cross-functional and multi-
level committees to develop solutions for identified challenges• Bring together leaders from all international ventures to ensure
teamwork across the entire company and to align everyone to the broad, shared growth mission• Encourage transparent communication and environmental awareness
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RecommendationsMedium-term:• Introduce sustainability project initiatives: reduce noise pollution, waste,
and emissions, focus on renewable energy, and prioritize recycling• Build R&D investment and utilize new technology to develop
environmentally conscious product lines and parts• Capitalize on the increase in brand value by advertising sustainability
efforts to consumers• Establish key sustainability metrics to monitor performance towards
goals and form accountability while providing incentives to improve
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RecommendationsLong-term:
• Plan construction of new state-of-the-art and efficient plants and facilities in the most promising areas internationally, with consideration of the political environment, tax laws, environmental conservation, and closeness to available resources and consumers.• Vertically integrate the supply chain• Build worldwide dealer networks
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Final Thoughts“For a solution to be truly sustainable and good it must
have a positive return to the environment and society. At the heart of any design problem is a question: Are we
trying to make something less bad or are we trying to make things better?...It’s not just about solving for the negative;
It’s about creating a positive.”
-Eric Wicks, 2009
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TRIVIA TIME!
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Acknowledgements
• Professor Carol – for assigning the case study…we had fun!• Terry Rose - General Manager, Komatsu in Los Angeles, CA• Norm Gaddis – videographer• Michael Keavney – video editor• Jessi’s co-workers at Wayne Farms for starring as extras in our video• Our family and friends – for supporting us on our MBA journey
Thanks for listening!
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